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Get Ready for Conference 2027!

Join us for the PASAP & PAMLE 2027 Conference, February 21-23, 2027 at the Penn Stater Conference Center & Hotel in State College, PA. PAMLE is  the leading advocate for  middle level education in PA, promoting and enhancing the role of middle level education by promoting best instructional practices for young adolescents. This year's conference will be held in conjunction with the Pennsylvania Association of Student Assistance Professionals. This joint event will allow participants to attend sessions hosted by both organizations. PASAP is an association of school personnel and community-based program specialists organized to address the needs of our youth, reducing barriers to learning.

Meals included with a full conference registration are Sunday dinner, Monday breakfast and lunch as well as Tuesday breakfast. Attendees must have their conference ID badge with them for all events including sessions and meals. QR codes will be scanned at the door. All registrations are submitted online. Registration will remain open throughout the conference. Payment will be accepted by check, credit card, or purchase order up until arrival at the conference.


Partners, Exhibitors and Vendors

This event is a unique opportunity for providers of educational services and products, including for-profit organizations, to showcase their solutions that support student success. Whether your contributions are in the realm of technology, mental health, educational materials, or beyond, we invite you to exhibit and share your innovations with our attendees. Click below to register!

Reserve Your Stay at the Penn Stater

PASAP and PAMLE have a block of rooms reserved for conference attendees. Room reservations and cost are not included in PASAP PAMLE Conference registration. Online reservations are recommended using the room reservation link below. Or call 1-800-233-7505 to make reservations. If prompted to use a code, please use Group Code PASAP27A to get the conference rate.

Our Keynote Speaker

Dr. Joelle Hood brings over 25 years of educational and leadership experience to Thriving YOUniversity clients. As a former "Teacher of the Year" and "Principal of the Year", Joelle brings passion, energy, and expertise to helping all humans thrive. As co-founder and Chief Empowerment Officer at Thriving YOUniversity, she uses her knowledge and expertise in organizational change and leadership along with her experience as a mindfulness instructor and life coach to provide researched-based keynotes, coaching, and experiential learning workshops to individuals, groups, and organizations throughout the nation. Her areas of passion and expertise include: Social, Emotional & Academic Learning, Leadership, Positive Psychology, Human Thriving and Flourishing, Well-being, Emotional Intelligence, Mindfulness, The Science of Belonging & Human Connection, Mindset, School Culture Transformation, Restorative Practices, Employee Engagement, Workplace Wellness, Trust, Team building, Trauma Informed Practices, and Resilience.


Important Information

Conference Evaluations

Session and full conference evaluations are collected electronically through the conference website. Attendees must complete evaluations in order to receive Act 48, Act 45, or PCB continuing education credits for LSW, LCSW, LPC or LMFT. Attendees can access evaluations through the conference website or the conference app. 

Exhibit Hall

We encourage attendees to visit our exhibit hall throughout the conference. Tables will be located in the conference lobby, Dean's Hall area and the First Floor Break area. Exhibitor representatives look forward to sharing their products and services and are available to network and answer questions. 

Conference Services

PAMLE will have staff stationed at the courtesy desk to assist with all conference attendee needs.  Staff will be available during conference hours; the courtesy desk can be found in the main registration area. 

Door Prizes

Throughout the conference there will be many opportunities to win prizes that have been donated by our sponsors and generous businesses throughout the commonwealth.  Participants are entered to win by registering for conference,  visiting and entering raffles with our exhibitors, and attending the Ice Cream Social. Attendees must be present at drawing times in order to win. 

Photos/Publicity

Photographers will be taking conference shots for our newsletter and web page. If you prefer not be photographed, please alert the photographer.

Professional Development Credits

Attendees can earn Act 48 or Act 45 credits at the conference. Attendees interested in credits must indicate this on their conference registration. PPID numbers are also required. 

In order for attendees to receive credit for the keynote and breakout sessions, they must:

  • Indicate the type of continuing education credits required on their conference registration; 
  • Be scanned in at the beginning and end of each session, attending each session it it's entirety; PASAP staff will scan the QR Code on your Conference ID;
  • Complete an evaluation/survey for each session attended.

Confirmation of attendance is sent to the PA Department of Education at the conclusion of the conference. 

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be received in writing, postmarked 4 weeks prior to the conference. Cancellations received prior to the cutoff date will receive a refund less a $50.00 service charge. Cancellations after the cutoff date, failure to attend or failure to notify PAMLE in writing will result in forfeiture of the entire registration fee. Substitutes are always welcome.

No refunds will be granted due to inclement weather.

All costs incurred due to bounced checks or returned payments are the responsibility of the registrant. 

Cancellation Due to Unforeseen Events

If the conference cannot be conducted due to uncontrollable circumstances such as war, government regulation, disaster, strikes, civil disorder, curtailment of transportation facilities or other emergencies making it inadvisable, illegal, or impossible to provide the facilities or to hold the event, each prepaid registrant will receive any gifts provided to conference attendees. Fixed conference expenses will be paid from the registration funds. Any remaining funds will be refunded to registrants. PASAP is not responsible for any other costs incurred by registrants in connection with the conference.

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