Illinois Association of Teachers of English

Conference Dates: October 16^th & 17^th, 2026

Conference Location: Moraine Valley Community College, Palos Hills, IL. 60465

Conference Theme: Rethinking Education: Pedagogical Moves to Create a More Equitable Classroom

Guidelines for Proposers: Preparing for a Successful Proposal

For IATE 2026, the Program Committee invites you to share your knowledge and insight into ways of creating a more equitable classroom. Presentation options include 60 minute traditional informational breakout, 90 minute interactive workshop, and 15 minute poster presentations. For more information, visit iateonline.org.

For multiple presenters: One presenter should submit this form (the primary presenter).  Please list additional presenters indicated in the form below.  All communication will be conducted with the primary presenter.

Multiple proposals:  Presenters may submit multiple proposals.  Please complete separate forms for each proposal you are submitting.

Proposal Deadline is March 1st, 2026.

Questions:  Please direct all questions to the Conference Committee Chair, AngelaNina Escanilla, at aescanilla@cicd99.edu