Call for Research Presentation Proposals

Deadline Extended: Submit by October 8! 

The deadline to submit research presentation proposals for The Montessori Event 2026 has been extended. 

• New Proposal Deadline: October 8, 2025 (11:59 PM ET) 
• Notifications Sent: November 1, 2025 

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The Montessori Event 2026

Washington, D.C. | March 19–22, 2026

The American Montessori Society invites proposals for research presentations at The Montessori Event 2026. Share your scholarship and classroom-based research inquiry with the world’s largest gathering of Montessori educators and contribute to a global culture of research, equity, and innovation. 

Focus Areas 

We welcome studies and action research related to Montessori education, especially in: 

• Teaching & Learning – literacy, numeracy, STEM, neurodiversity, assessment
• Whole-Child & Belonging – SEL, identity, restorative practices, equity 
• Leadership & Systems – teacher retention, coaching, governance, enrollment 
• Innovation & Global Lens – technology, AI, outdoor learning, sustainability, global competence 
• Teacher Education & Policy – mentorship, pathways, accreditation 

Formats 

• Paper (20 min + Q&A) 
• Action Research Brief (10 min) 
• Symposium (60 min, 3–4 papers) 
• Workshop (60 min, interactive) 
• Lightning Talk (7 min) 

Submission Requirements

• Abstract (≤ 500 words): purpose, methods, findings/expected findings, implications
• 3–5 keywords, presenter bios (75–100 words each)
• IRB/ethics status

Key Dates

• Proposal Deadline: October 8, 2025 (11:59 PM ET)
• Notifications Sent: November 1, 2025
• Final Materials Due: January 2026
• Conference: March 19–22, 2026 — Washington, D.C.

How to Apply

Submit up to two proposals as the lead author to research@amshq.org. Collaborative and cross-institutional submissions are encouraged.

Questions? Email research@amshq.org