# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 North Dakota Indian Education Summit - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 28 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 am – Wed, 29 Jul, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: 12th Annual North Dakota Indian Education SummitAbout this EventThe North Dakota Department of Public Instruction (NDDPI), Office of Indian/Multicultural Education and the North Dakota Indian Affairs Commission are pleased to announce the 12th Annual North Dakota Indian Education Summit (NDIES). This two full-day event will be held at the North Dakota State Capitol in Bismarck, ND on July 28-29, 2026. The NDIES is open to all ND educators and educators in training. It is designed to provide professional development and education on best practices in Indian education.Check-in opens at 7:45am on Tuesday. Continental breakfast will be available at that time. The welcome and introductions will begin promptly at 8:30am and the Summit will conclude by 5:00pm each day.The registration cost includes two full days of dynamic keynotes, educational breakout sessions, cultural presentations, breakfast, lunch, snacks, drinks, handouts/resource materials, product vendor and information exhibitor booths, door prizes, and great networking opportunities.Single day, student, and group rates are not available. Lodging is not included and is not arranged by Summit staff.2026 Registration Catagories and FeesEarly Bird Attendee Registration Fee (April 6 - May 16) - $175Attendee Registration Fee (May 17 - June 30) - $200Late Attendee Registration Fee (July 1 - 20) - $250Product Vendor Fee (7:30a - 4:30p, both days) - $100Informational Exhibitor Fee (11:00a - 1:00p, both days) - $50Additional Meal Package (for booth staff helping registered vendor/exhibitor) - $50Presenter Registration - FREE**On-site registrations will NOT be accepted.**There is limited space available for this popular event, so be sure to register early. We will only be able to accommodate the first 200 registrants. Registration payments must be made online with a credit card at the time of registration. Payments by cash or check will no longer be accepted for any registrations.You will receive a confirmation email after your payment has been received. You are not registered until you have received a confirmation and printable ticket via email. Registered attendees will receive a certificate of attendance.*NDDPI reserves the right to change the room , topic, or presenter for any session based on Summit needs. Be sure to check the schedule in your attendee packet and listen for updated schedules and information at the event.Cancellation/Late Registration Policy: We understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise and prevent you from attending the Summit. Submitting the online registration signifies your plan to attend. If your plans change or you will not be able to attend, you must notify the Indian Education Office as early as possible.All cancellations or refund requests must be made to the Indian Education Office via email and through the Eventbrite Request Refund function no later than 12:00pm on Monday, July 20, 2026, as commitments for food and materials must be secured. **After noon on Monday, July 20, all registration fees become non-refundable.**Continuing Education: The NDIES is offering one continuing education workshop credit through the University of Mary for $45. The registration deadline for credit is July 28, 2026. You must make payment via credit card at the time of registration through the continuing education credit website as the University of Mary does not accept checks. Students are able to access the workshop through University of Mary Canvas Catalog or enroll for the GWC/CEU workshop by following the Direct Course link. The Canvas Catalog system will not allow students to register without making payment.If you have any questions not answered by the following resources (items will be linked when details are finalized), please contact the Indian Education Office.2026 NDIES AgendaBreakout Session ScheduleSession Overviews w/Presenter BiosCapitol Ground Floor and Complex MapsWorkshop Credit, University of MaryLocal Hotel InformationThank You - 2025 Sponsors, Presenters, Exhibitors, Planning CommitteeKeynote AddressesMartin Sensmeier, Actor, Producer, Youth AdvocateEducating American Indian Students: Communicating, Caring, Connecting - Nadine Groenig, Owner/CEO, Sun Clan ConsultingGeneral SessionsHuman-Shaped Learning and Indigenous Wisdom: Remembering How Humans Learn - Dr Scott Simpson & Sharla Steever, Compass Partners in LearningCultural/Student PresentationsDarren Thompson - Ojibwe MusicianYouth SpeakerBreakout session titles include (but are not limited to):Product Vendors - ND State Capitol, Ground Floor West Hallway, 7:30am - 4:30pm, both daysInformation Exhibitors - ND State Capitol, First Floor, Legislative Hall, 11:00am - 1:00pm, both daysNorth Dakota State LibraryState Historical Society of North DakotaWaterford.orgGenerous 2026 SponsorsDiamond SponsorsND Department of Public InstructionRuby SponsorsEmerald SponsorsTheodore Jamerson Elementary School, United Tribes Technical CollegePlatinum SponsorsBismarck-Mandan Convention and Visitors BureauShort River Enterprises LLCGold SponsorsSilver SponsorsBronze SponsorsAnonymous Individual Donors https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/9fcc34a0-3262-11f1-88de-4b8b8967f1af-rimg-w1200-h711-dcffffff-gmir.jpg If you have questions about the 12th Annual North Dakota Indian Education Summit, please feel free to contact the NDDPI, Office of Indian/Multicultural Education via email at dpiindianed@nd.gov or via phone at 701-328-1718 or 701-328-2254. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bismarck/2026-north-dakota-indian-education-summit/100001985450260175 - **Event Categories**: business, workshops, music, art, theatre, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 261, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Bismarck - **state**: ND - **country**: United States - **location**: North Dakota State Capitol - **lat**: 46.8207466 - **long**: -100.7825571 - **full address**: North Dakota State Capitol, 600 East Boulevard Avenue, Bismarck, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 North Dakota Indian Education Summit - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/372121256c25e25d27c34b299e9edd6a202f3ee0fc6324ceff0da27aa7a649c7-rimg-w720-h360-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1775570569 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 North Dakota Indian Education Summit being held? - **A:** 2026 North Dakota Indian Education Summit takes place on Tue, 28 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 am to Wed, 29 Jul, 2026 at 05:00 pm at North Dakota State Capitol, 600 East Boulevard Avenue, Bismarck, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for 2026 North Dakota Indian Education Summit? - **A:** Tickets for 2026 North Dakota Indian Education Summit are priced at USD 261 per person. This is a high-demand event - early booking is strongly recommended. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityEarly Bird - Attendee 2026USD 184 + USD 9 feeAvailableAttendee - 2026USD 210 + USD 10 feeAvailableLate Registration - Attendee 2026USD 261 + USD 11 feeAvailableProduct Vendor BoothUSD 107 + USD 7 feeAvailableInformational Booth (NO sales) - 2 hours dailyUSD 55 + USD 5 feeAvailablePresenter - 2026FreeAvailableAdditional Meal PackageUSD 55 + USD 5 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 North Dakota Indian Education Summit? - **A:** 2026 North Dakota Indian Education Summit is organized by Dept. of Public Instruction. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 North Dakota Indian Education Summit is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bismarck, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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