Roots to Routes: A Call Forward is a groundbreaking national conference designed for independent school K-12 educators and administrators, and high school students to engage in bold learning, transformative dialogue, deep reflection on self, school, and society, and skill-building for strategic change. Rooted in the principles of equity, inclusion, justice, and belonging, this intergenerational gathering offers powerful programming and unique experiences that center the voices and well-being of those most often marginalized. Guided by committees of dynamic practitioners from independent schools across the country, Roots to Routes creates space to reimagine education—and move ourselves and our schools forward.

Schools are encouraged to send a robust delegation to Roots to make the most of the connections that could be made within and beyond your school. Schools may send up to 8 high school students (grades 9-12); there is no cap on the number of adults. Students must attend with at least 1 registered adult from their school who will serve as their chaperone and on-site point of contact. 

Registration for Roots to Routes: A Call Forward is now open!

You can reserve your school’s spots by clicking the link below. We understand that you may not yet have confirmed all attendee names, so we’re offering a pre-pay option through September 15. This allows you to reserve registrations now, and we’ll follow up in September with a link to submit the names of your student and/or adult attendees by October 15.
Rates:
  • Student Registration: $795 on or before October 15; $895 after
    (Includes lunch and dinner on Monday and Tuesday)

  • Educator Registration: $685 on or before October 15; $795 after

Roots to Routes has generated significant interest, and space is limited. Reserve your school’s registrations today!
There will be optional pre-conference experiences designed for students and adults on Sunday, January 25. Please stay tuned! 


All sessions for students and educators will take place at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. 


Roots to Routes participants will have access to a discount room block at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, until the block fills, at the following rates. 
           Single: $209
           Double: $209

The Marriott Philadelphia Downtown is offering an additional discount for student attendees:
           Student Double: $189
           Student Triple: $219
           Student Quad: $229


Schools will register for their hotel rooms directly with Philadelphia Marriott Downtown through a special reservation link which will be provided soon. You must use our link to access the discount rates.