NWEA Fusion Agenda 2026

NWEA welcomes Kim Strobel and Melissa Aviles-Ramos
to the main stage at Fusion 2026.

Inspiration, delivered

Ready to refill your cup? On Tuesday, former teacher and professional development leader Kim Strobel brings a message that’s both deeply human and rooted in science. Drawing on neuroscience, positive psychology, and resilience research, she shares practical, real-world strategies to help educators navigate stress and burnout—and leave recharged with renewed energy, purpose, and a toolkit that lasts.

The human side of measurement

What do you learn when you experience assessment’s impact from multiple perspectives—student, educator, parent, and district leader? Join Melissa Aviles-Ramos, who has led one of the largest school districts in the nation, to explore the human side of measurement, challenging us to rethink how success is defined and how systems can be designed to nurture growth for all learners.

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