National Conference

October 4-7, 2026

Hotel Valley Ho, Scottsdale, AZ

Join us at our annual gathering of auxiliary professionals, from those just beginning their careers to seasoned experts in auxiliary leadership! SPARC was founded with the knowledge that successful summer/auxiliary programming requires a unique combination of skills by leaders who often work in relative isolation within their own schools. At SPARC's National Conference, you'll learn from industry thought-leaders and have enriching conversations with peers, all in an atmosphere of innovation and camaraderie.

Our conference will address the wide range of summer/auxiliary program responsibilities, encompassing human resources, marketing, business management, innovation and entrepreneurship, programming, operations, and technology. Through our rich program content, diverse networking opportunities, and engaging discussions, attendees will develop clear action plans to implement immediately in their own programs.

 

"Thank you so much for running this incredible event. Each year I come back with so many fantastic ideas and resources. I hope more members of my team can come to learn from this incredible group of collaborative leaders!"

  • 2025 Conference Attendee

 

2026 Conference Premier Sponsors

  • SPARK business academy

    SPARK business academy

    2716 N UPSHUR ST
    Arlington, VA 22207
    United States

  • NationsClassroom

    NationsClassroom

    9204 Center Oak Court Suite B
    Mechanicsville, VA 23116-2768
    United States

  • ACTIVE Network

    ACTIVE Network

    Three Alliance Center, 29th Fl. 3550 Lenox Rd. #3000
    Atlanta, GA 30326

  • VAC Enrichment

    VAC Enrichment

    8 Crestview Dr
    West Orange, NJ 07052
    United States

  • Homeroom

    Homeroom

    1423 Broadway #299
    Oakland, CA 94612
    United States

2026 Conference Supporting Sponsors

2026 Conference Contributing Sponsors