NCSSD Announces Inaugural National Conference of School Safety Directors for 2027
The July 13–15 event in Wesley Chapel, Florida, will bring together school safety leaders for professional development, certification opportunities, and peer collaboration.
The National Council of School Safety Directors (NCSSD), the professional association behind School Security Leadership, will host its inaugural National Conference of School Safety Directors July 13–15, 2027, at Saddlebrook Resort in Wesley Chapel, Florida.
The three-day event will bring together approximately 200 school safety and security directors, emergency managers, school resource officers, administrators, and other professionals responsible for protecting students, staff, and school communities.
Designed specifically for professionals responsible for leading school safety and security programs, the conference will emphasize peer learning, professional development, and opportunities to connect with others who face similar responsibilities and challenges.
Programming will include educational sessions, networking opportunities, and professional certification opportunities included with registration. Attendees will be able to exchange ideas, learn how other schools and districts are approaching safety and security, and return home with new resources and professional connections.
Located in the Tampa Bay area, Saddlebrook Resort features on-site accommodations, dining options, golf courses, tennis and pickleball facilities, and swimming pools. The resort setting will also provide opportunities for informal networking and recreational activities beyond scheduled conference sessions.
Registration Opens Jan. 4, 2027
Registration for the inaugural National Conference of School Safety Directors will open Jan. 4, 2027, with discounted rates available to NCSSD members.
Professionals interested in taking advantage of member pricing can join NCSSD ahead of registration.
Interested attendees can also sign up now to be notified when registration opens and receive updates about the event.
Visit the conference website to join the preregistration notification list.
Submit a Presentation Proposal by Dec. 18
NCSSD is accepting presentation proposals from school safety practitioners, researchers, educators, nonprofit organizations, public-sector professionals, and industry subject matter experts.
Sessions should focus on educational content that helps school safety leaders address challenges in their schools and districts. Potential topics include emergency planning, behavioral threat assessment, physical security, school safety technology, funding, crisis communication, student well-being, and partnerships with first responders.
Proposals will be evaluated basedf on their relevance, credibility, applicability, and the distinct perspectives or lessons they offer attendees. All sessions must be educational in nature, and product or service promotion is not permitted.
The submission deadline is Dec. 18, 2026. Applicants will be notified of selection decisions by Jan. 31, 2027.
Submit a presentation proposal
Explore Nonprofit Partnership Opportunities
NCSSD is inviting nonprofit organizations and professional associations to participate in the conference and share their expertise with school safety leaders.=
Through the conference's Nonprofit Partner Program, organizations can explore opportunities to exhibit, lead educational sessions, offer certification training, share resources, or facilitate discussions with attendees.
Interested organizations can submit a partnership proposal outlining how they would like to participate.
Submit a nonprofit partnership proposal
Become an NCSSD Conference Sponsor or Exhibitor
Companies and organizations serving the K-12 school safety and security community can participate through conference sponsorships and exhibitor opportunities.
The conference will provide opportunities to connect with school safety leaders who establish district safety priorities, evaluate security measures, and make or influence purchasing decisions.
Sponsorship options include event naming rights, conference branding, networking activities, and other opportunities to engage with attendees.
Conference sponsors receive priority booth selection through Dec. 31, 2026. Booth-only reservations will open Jan. 4, 2027.
Interested organizations can review the 2027 sponsorship prospectus for available opportunities, benefits, and pricing.