The Basics Learning Network 2026 Conference

Join us on March 11-12, 2026 at the Renaissance Boston Seaport District in Boston, MA to celebrate 10 years of community-driven impact for children and families.

Come share stories and learn from colleagues as we launch the second impactful decade of growing The Basics movement.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• A celebration of our collective progress across The Basics Learning Network.
• Inspiring implementation stories from peer communities, enlightened by the latest evaluation findings, and empowered with new tools and strategies to take home.
• Learning from aligned movements – including place-based work, early relational health, and positive childhood experiences—to understand how our efforts connect and amplify each other.
• Strengthened relationships and renewed energy through meaningful connection, reflection, and shared vision 

FEATURED SPEAKERS

• Renee Boynton-Jarret, MD, ScD, Associate Professor, Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine; Founding Director, Vital Village Networks 
• Colin Groth, Chief Advancement Officer, StriveTogether
• Robert Sege, MD, PhD, FAAP, Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics, Tufts University School of Medicine; Director, HOPE National Resource Center 
• Ralph Smith, JD, Founding Managing Director, Campaign for Grade-Level Reading 
• Rob Watson, MPA, EdM, Lecturer on Education and EdRedesign Executive Director, Harvard Graduate School of Education
• David Willis, MD, FAAP, Professor of Pediatrics and Psychiatry at the Thrive Center for Children, Families and Communities; Founder and Director, Nurture Connection 

For more information visit https://thebasics.org/2026-conference/

ACCOMODATIONS

Overnight room blocks are available with rates and locations to suit a variety of different needs. Please use the links below to book your accommodations. Space is limited so please reserve early.

Hyatt Place Boston Seaport (located just around the block from the Renaissance)