GYTO FEST 2027
Get Your Teach On’s 2027 National Conference
Dallas, TX • June 27-30, 2027 • K-8th Teachers + Leaders
Calling all K-8th Grade Teachers & Leaders!
Join the Get Your Teach On team in Dallas, TX, on June 27-30, 2027! From research-backed and evidence-based workshops, to inspiring keynote and live model lessons, GYTO Fest 2027 is the BEST teaching conference you’ll ever attend!
Register for just $599!
School & District leaders attend FREE with five teacher registrations.
Trusted by Schools & Districts
Get Your Teach On is a trusted professional development provider, helping transform hundreds of schools and districts each year.
Experience GYTO
What’s Included
Four Days of Content
Four days filled with research-backed and evidence-based workshops and model lessons for Kindergarten through Middle School teachers and leaders that will guide you in creating rigorous and engaging lessons all year long! This conference is the perfect mix of workshops to help you level up your teaching.
Inspiring Keynotes & Award-Winning Entertainment
Keynote presentations from influential educators and motivational speakers that will leave you more inspired than ever to head back into your classrooms and create educational magic! Plus, we believe in celebrating educators with the BEST entertainment!
Hands-On Workshops & Live Model Lessons
Training specifically designed for your position from some of today’s top educators and administrators who are experts at their craft, with strategies that can be implemented the very next day! All presenters are active teachers, school and district administrators, or trained PD providers.
Certificate for 24 PD Hours
Each attendee receives a professional development certificate for 24 hours of quality professional development over the conference’s four days!
GYTO Pre-Game & Closing Celebrations
The Education Celebration of the Year kicks off the conference on Sunday night! Then, stick around for the last day of the conference for our Closing Celebration. You don’t want to it!
Free GYTO Swag
Swag that will make you want to bring an extra suitcase! Not to mention all the free goodies from our sponsors! Discover why a recent attendee survey found that 94% of attendees said GYTO swag was better than the swag from other teacher conferences!
Shop the GYTO Collective
Get access to shop the nation’s best collection of teacher tees, crewnecks, accessories and more! Plus, get access to a variety of professional development and classroom kids’ books from our presenter authors. Don’t miss it! Items sell out quickly!
Free Digital Resources for Your Classroom
Following the conference, you’ll get access to library of digital resources from your session presenters. This collection will include the handouts from the conference and so much more, allowing you to easily implement the strategies in your classroom!
Community Building, Networking, and Author Book Signings
We’re constantly hearing about incredible friendships made at Get Your Teach On! This is your opportunity to network, share strategies, and meet your new teacher bestie. Plus, all of our presenters will be around throughout the conference for photos and you will have opportunities for author book signings.
Only at GYTO Fest
Live Model Lessons
Real Students. Real Teaching. Live On Stage.
We’re once again bringing LIVE Model Lessons on stage for every attendee to experience. You’ll experience a full lesson taught by GYTO educators with real students, real-time modeling including pacing, feedback, and movement, plus a debrief and Q&A.
These sessions will give you an up-close, real-time look at what high-quality Tier I instruction looks, sounds, and feels like when all Five to Thrive components are working together.
Pre-Con Intensives
Your Deep Dive, High-Impact Start of the Conference
We’re bringing back our popular Pre-Conference Intensives. Half-day, deep-dive sessions designed to give you an early jump on some of the the hottest topics in education: Classroom Management and Instructional Coaching.
These Pre-Cons take place the day before the official conference kickoff and are completely optional add-ons and can be purchased when you begin registration. If you’re ready to sharpen your practice, address your biggest challenges, and walk into Day 1 already transformed…this is the place to start.
GYTO Classroom
Explore the GYTO Library in our GYTO Classroom
Step into the GYTO Library Classroom at GYTO Fest 2027 and explore a space designed to spark ideas for the year ahead. This interactive classroom showcases the best of the GYTO Library through ready-to-use instructional resources, classroom décor, organizational systems, anchor charts, and practical teaching tools that support engaging, effective instruction. Walk through the space at your own pace, discover creative ways to bring learning to life, and gather inspiration for designing a classroom that is both purposeful and student-centered.
Trusted by Teachers & Leaders
We take feedback seriously. Attendees are surveyed after every GYTO conference and the data speaks for itself.
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Conference Agenda
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8:30am - 12:00pm: Optional Pre-Con Intensives
12:00pm - 5:00pm: Conference Registration, plus GYTO Collective Merch Shop & Sponsors Open
6:00pm: GYTO Opening Celebration, Keynote, & Evening Entertainment
Attendees purchasing out VIP Experience will have early access to register, shop The GYTO Collective Merch Store, and attend a Networking Reception.
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8:30am - 11:30am: Morning Keynotes & Workshops
11:30am - 1:00pm: Lunch
1:00pm - 3:45pm: Workshops & Live Model Lessons
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8:30am - 11:30am: Morning Keynote & Workshops
11:30am - 1:00pm: Lunch
1:00pm - 4:00pm: Workshops & Live Model Lessons
5:00pm: Live Entertainment
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8:30am - 12:00pm: Workshops & Live Model Lessons
12:00pm - 2:00pm: Lunch
2:00pm: GYTO Send Off Celebration & Live Entertainment
4:00pm: Approximate End of Conference
Agenda subject to change without notice.
Why Choose Get Your Teach On
When administrators choose to invest in Get Your Teach On, they’re not choosing a conference—they’re choosing measurable instructional growth, renewed teacher morale, and stronger school culture. Districts across the nation consistently report that GYTO moves the needle in the areas that matter most: Tier I instruction, student engagement, and teacher retention.
Instructional Improvement
Educators leave GYTO with concrete, actionable Tier I strategies. Across our post-conference surveys:
96% of attendees said the sessions + workshops at GYTO were better than other PD conferences they have attended
98% say they implement GYTO strategies on their campus at least monthly.
Schools report higher student engagement, better transitions, and more consistent academic routines across classrooms.
GYTO doesn’t just inspire. it translates inspiration into classroom reality.
Teacher Retention & Morale
We surveyed past Get Your Teach On attendees have found:
99% of teachers felt more motivated after attending GYTO.
88% reported a renewed commitment to staying in the profession.
Administrators consistently cite reduced burnout and higher staff morale during the school year following GYTO attendance.
Teachers leave feeling recharged, reinvested, and ready to lead learning on Day 1.
School Culture & Team Alignment
When teams attend together, the impact multiplies:
Stronger alignment around Tier I expectations
Clearer instructional language across grade levels
Increased collaboration and buy-in around school-wide initiatives
GYTO creates momentum—not just within individuals, but across entire campuses.
Why GYTO Works
① Practical, Research-Aligned Content
Our sessions go far beyond theory. Teachers learn exactly what to do, when to do it, and how to do it and they practice it live.
② High-Quality Modeling & Real Classrooms
From live model lessons to authentic classroom footage, teachers get to see effective instruction in action.
③ Emotional Recharge + Cognitive Rigor
Our approach is simple: If a teacher doesn’t feel inspired, they can’t be innovative. We reignite passion and sharpen practice.
④ Immediate, Actionable Implementation
Teachers leave with tools they can use the very next day: Lesson structures, engagement strategies, routines, coaching cycles, and Tier I systems.
⑤ Long-Term Support & Sustainability
With tracks ranging from leadership to small groups to School House to Science of Reading, teams leave with a full-year plan not a three-day high.
Attendee Reviews
98% of attendees said they will be able to implement the strategies learned at GYTO in their school or classroom at least monthly!
96.7% of attendees said GYTO is BETTER overall than other professional development conferences they have previously attended!
96.1% of attendees said the sessions and workshops at GYTO were BETTER than other professional development conferences they have previously attended!
92.8% of attendees said they plan on attending another Get Your Teach On conference in the future!
98.9% of attendees said they were more motivated as a teacher after attending the conference!
Survey data from the 2025 GYTO Charlotte Conference.
Flexible Payment Options
4-Day All-Access Pass: $599
Leaders attend our leadership track for FREE with five paid teachers + we accept purchase orders!
Payment Options:
Leader attend FREE when registering five teachers. Use coupon code “freeleader” for the sixth registration to get a Lead On registration free!
Hold your spot with just a deposit! Final payment isn’t due until March 2027!
Pay by major credit card at time of registration
Register and receive an invoice to pay by check
Register and submit a purchase order to hold your registration
Purchase orders may be used to hold a registration only. Payment by check or credit card must be made at least 30 days prior to the start of the conference.
See You in Dallas!
Gaylord Texan Resort
1501 Gaylord Trail, Grapevine, TX 76051
GYTO Fest 2027 returns to Texas at the Gaylord Texan Resort just outside of Dallas in Grapevine, TX!
Let’s Get Started
Register now and join us at GYTO Fest 2027 for just $599!
LEADERS ATTEND FREE WITH 5 PAID TEACHER REGISTRATIONS! USE CODE FREELEADER ON YOUR 6TH REGISTRATION.
Payment plans and payment by invoice available! We accept purchase orders!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Get Your Teach On?
Get Your Teach On (GYTO) specializes in professional development and encouragement for educators and administrators in the form of conferences, workshops and events. GYTO conferences are known for their passionate celebration of teachers and their ability to inspire lifelong learners. Founded in 2016, GYTO now hosts National and Regional Conferences, Virtual Conferences, school and district trainings, and additional events for a wide variety of educators and school administrators each year. GYTO also provides free resources, teacher-focused merchandise and is the parent organization for the worldwide Rock Your School initiative which encourages out-of-the-box teaching.
Are Get Your Teach On sessions based on research and evidence?
All Get Your Teach On sessions are research-backed and evidence-based. When developing sessions for GYTO, each presenter is required to submit research citations with their workshops. Further, all presenters must provide evidence of their content’s efficacy by providing test results or other verifiable metrics showing success in the classroom, school, or district.
Who should attend a Get Your Teach On Conference?
Get Your Teach On conferences provide high-quality and engaging professional development for Kindergarten through 8th Grade teachers, school leaders, and district administration. GYTO also offers programming for high school teachers as part of our in-school and district-wide professional development offerings, but this content is not currently offered at our regular conferences.
Additionally, we offer programming specifically for Special Education teachers at our annual GYTO Fest National Conference, and all major conferences offer our Lead On administrator track.
Who are Get Your Teach On’s presenters?
Get Your Teach On works with a variety of educators and administrators for our conferences. All GYTO session presenters are required to submit session proposals prior to their acceptance as a speaker. All speakers are experts in their craft with a proven track record and results to prove it. Presenters must be a current classroom teacher, school or district administrator, or an experienced professional development provider. A speaker’s social media following is not taken into consideration during the selection process.
How long has Get Your Teach On been supporting education?
Get Your Teach On was founded in 2016, and has been providing high-quality professional development for teachers and administrators ever since. All of our GYTO presenters and speakers are classroom teachers, school and district administrators, and professional development providers who bring many years of classroom and school expertise to their sessions and workshops.
Does GYTO offer more than conferences?
Yes! Get Your Teach On’s mission is to support schools and educators. Beyond conferences, GYTO offers on-site school and district trainings, long-term professional development (Collaboration Sites), a wide variety of classroom digital downloads and resources, The Flip Side Podcast, and even apparel, accessories, and other teacher essentials through our GYTO Collective merchandise. GYTO is also the creator and host of Rock Your School: a worldwide student engagement initiative.
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