Brothers in Education Summit

This past March 8th, 2025, ACE Academy celebrated their 3rd annual Black Male Educator Summit at the puget sound educational service district in renton,wa.

This summit is a unique opportunity for black male educators to come together, share experiences, and inspire one another. Whether you're a Black Male Teacher, administrator, or aspiring educator, this summit is for you!

At the Black Male Educator Summit, you'll have the chance to attend engaging workshops, listen to thought-provoking panel discussions, and network with like-minded individuals who are passionate about education. Our lineup of speakers includes renowned educators, industry leaders, and inspiring figures who will share their insights and expertise.

Attendees will take part in several workshops hosted by captivating professionals and have the opportunity to learn new strategies to build effective classrooms, coursework, and ideologies for students of color, while improving their own personal development.

Embodied in all aspects of Black Educator Summit, are the ACE FAME beliefs to prepare men for excellence through the core values of family, academics, motivation, environment. Attendees will have the opportunity to:

Expand their knowledge of classroom management and employment advancement
Address and implore daily the benefit of dismantling racial inequalities within the educational system
Implement strategies that promote effective programs
Create partnerships and network
Interact with educators from other schools, backgrounds

2026 Brothers in Education Summit

Join Black male educators, school leaders, advocates, and community partners from across Washington State and beyond for the 2026 Black Male Educator Summit: Practice Into Power.

This year's summit is designed to equip, inspire, and connect educators who are transforming classrooms, schools, and communities through intentional practice, leadership, and collective action. Through engaging workshops, powerful keynote speakers, networking opportunities, and authentic conversations, attendees will gain practical strategies and meaningful connections to strengthen their impact.

When: Saturday, August 8th, 2026

Time: 8am- 4pm

Location: Puget Sound Educational Service District (PSESD) 800 Oakesdale Avenue SW, Renton Wa 98057

Summit Theme: Practice Into Power

Every day, Black educators show up with purpose, resilience, and excellence. Practice Into Power celebrates the ways our daily actions, professional expertise, cultural knowledge, and community engagement create lasting change for students and families. Together, we will explore how to turn practice into influence, leadership, and collective power.

What to Expect

Inspiring keynote presentations
Interactive breakout sessions
Leadership and professional development opportunities
Networking with Black male educators and allies
Mental health and wellness conversations
Community-building and brotherhood experiences
Resources and tools to support student success

Who Should Attend?

Black male educators
Teachers and school leaders
District administrators
Counselors and support staff
Higher education professionals
Community-based organizations
Mentors and advocates
Aspiring educators and college students

Featured Learning Strands

Identity & Impact of Black Male Educators
Explore identity, belonging, cultural responsibility, and the impact Black male educators have on students and communities.

Healing-Centered Schools
Learn practical strategies for supporting student wellbeing, social-emotional learning, safety, and trauma-informed practices.

Recruitment, Retention & Leadership Pathways
Discover approaches for strengthening educator pipelines, mentorship, career advancement, and leadership development.

Building Ecosystems
Examine the power of brotherhood, partnerships, family engagement, and community collaboration.

Innovation, Wealth & Future Readiness
Explore AI, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, workforce development, and preparing for the future of education.

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Interested in Presenting?

Requests for Proposals (RFPs) are now open for presenters interested in facilitating a breakout session, workshop, or discussion.

Practice Into Power. Purpose Into Action. Community Into Impact.

2024 Black Male Educator Summit Highlights

Our 2025 Theme:

“Wisdom of Black Men”

The 2025 Black Male Educator Summit celebrates the invaluable knowledge, strength, and resilience of Black men in education. This year’s theme, Wisdom of Black Men, underscores the unique perspectives, cultural insights, and transformative leadership that Black male educators bring to schools and communities.

Through dynamic keynote speakers, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities, the summit will highlight the journeys of Black men in education, their collective wisdom, and their role in shaping an equitable future for all students. Join us as we honor the legacy of Black male educators and forge connections to inspire, empower, and uplift.

When: Saturday, March 8th, 2025

Where: PSESD, 800 Oakesdale Avenue Southwest, Renton WA, 98057

LOCATION

Puget Sound Educational Service District

800 Oakesdale Avenue Southwest, Renton WA, 98057

2025 BME Summit Photos

2026 BME REQUESTS FOR PROPOSAL

Academy for Creating Excellence is now accepting proposals for Workshop Facilitators and Presenters for the 4th Annual 2026 Brothers in Education Summit.