Location: 

The Teacher Leader Masterclass is hosted in the heartland of the Midwest in Des Moines, Iowa.

In-Person Conference Dates:

The Teacher Leader Masterclass kicks off with a 3-day in-person conference hosted at Des Moines Christian School from June 16-18. If attendees are coming in from out of town, they will need to arrive by the evening of June 15.

The Teacher Leader Masterclass Conference will begin at 8:00 am on June 16 and end at 12:00 pm on June 18.

Conference Schedule:

June 15
7:00 pm - Welcome Reception at the West Des Moines Marriott.

    June 16
    8:00 am - 4:00 pm - Day 1 with Dr. Tim Elmore
    6:00 pm - Heavy hors d'oeuvres, drinks, and social mixer at the West Des Moines Marriott.

    June 17
    8:00 am - 4:00 pm - Day 2 with OneBody3
    6:00 pm - Group Outing

    June 18
    8:00 am - 12:00 pm - Day 3 with Cory Nikkel
    12:00 pm - Return Home

    Conference Details:

    Lodging:

    The Teacher Leader Masterclass has secured a discounted block rate at the West Des Moines Marriott. A link for securing these rooms will be sent to participants once they are registered and paid.

    Transportation:

    Attendees will be responsible for their transportation to and from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) if they are flying to the conference.

    All transportation to and from the West Des Moines Marriott to Des Moines Christian will be provided. A rental car is not necessary if not desired.

    Virtual Meetings Schedule:

    After our in-person conference, teacher leaders will be equipped in 60-minute monthly virtual meetings that will include leadership experts continuing skill development, Q&A, cohort accountability, and special guests.

    All sessions will be recorded and distributed to teacher leaders.

    Dates for Virtual Meetings (subject to change)

    2026
    Wednesday, July 8 - 12:00 pm CST
    Wednesday, August 12 - 12:00 pm CST
    Wednesday, September 9 - 12:00 pm CST
    Wednesday, October 14 - 12:00 pm CST
    Wednesday, November 11 - 12:00 pm CST
    Wednesday, December 9 - 12:00 pm CST

    2027
    Wednesday, January 13 - 12:00 pm CST
    Wednesday, February 10 - 12:00 pm CST
    Wednesday, March 10 - 12:00 pm CST
    Wednesday, April 14 - 12:00 pm CST
    Wednesday, May 12 - 12:00 pm CST

    Virtual Commissioning Ceremony
    Wednesday, June 8: 6:00 - 8:00 pm CST