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.