PESC hosts a variety of events that bring together leaders, innovators, and practitioners from across the education and technology sectors to drive advancements in data interoperability, standards development, and student success. Our events provide platforms for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and partnership-building that contribute to a more connected, accessible, and efficient global education data ecosystem.

PESC Data Summits

Our biannual PESC Data Summits are cornerstone events where attendees gather to explore the latest in data standards and technology innovations shaping education. Each summit features insightful sessions, panel discussions, and hands-on workshops covering key topics such as interoperability, credentialing, and secure data exchange. By participating, attendees gain actionable insights and connect with thought leaders working to modernize data practices across institutions, organizations, and vendors.

Best Practices Competition

PESC’s Best Practices Competition recognize outstanding contributions to the advancement of data standards and interoperability in education. Awarded annually, this honor highlights solutions and initiatives that set the bar for operational efficiency, student success, and cross-sector collaboration. Winners have the opportunity to share their work and inspire the broader education community with their innovative approaches.

PESC Workgroup, User Group, & Task Force Meetings

PESC hosts regular Workgroup, User Group, and Task Force meetings that allow members to engage deeply in specific areas of standards development. These meetings provide hands-on opportunities for members to participate in the creation, testing, and refinement of standards, as well as a platform to address unique challenges and explore advancements in data exchange and interoperability. By bringing together diverse voices from across the education ecosystem, PESC’s working groups are key to building effective, sustainable solutions that drive student success and institutional efficiency.

PESC Annual Member Meeting

The PESC Annual Member Meeting offers our members a dedicated forum for sharing progress, discussing challenges, and aligning on strategic goals. This event is essential for stakeholders engaged in the collaborative development of new standards and tools to better serve the education sector. Open to PESC members and special guests, our annual member meeting focuses on setting objectives that continue to move our mission forward.

Webinars & Virtual Events

Throughout the year, PESC hosts virtual events and webinars that provide focused training, updates on standards development, and expert perspectives on emerging topics. These events are designed for education professionals looking to deepen their understanding of data standards, learn from peer success stories, and stay informed on trends that are shaping the future of educational data.

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