Welcome to the 2026 Advancing School Mental Health Conference!

The National Center for School Mental Health has hosted the Advancing School Mental Health Conference since it's inception in 1996. This premier interdisciplinary school mental health conference brings together educators, mental health and health professionals, youth and family members, researchers, advocates, administrators, policymakers, and funders. Sessions address the latest research, best practices, and policies across a multi-tiered system of support to advance student well-being and success.

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Sponsor & Exhibitor Opportunities

Showcase your work for our conference attendees! Click the link to learn more about opportunities to exhibit at and sponsor this conference.

Disability Accommodations

If you require disability accommodations to attend and/or participate in the 2026 Advancing School Mental Health Conference, please contact us at NCSMHConference@som.umaryland.edu by October 30, 2026.