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Schools Summit

The DIA Annual Schools Summit is the flagship gathering for Catholic school and diocesan leaders, educators, campus ministers, and chaplains who are committed to cultivating deeply rooted faith cultures in their institutions.

The Summit is designed as equal parts high-level professional development and immersive spiritual retreat. It offers a dedicated space to step away from daily administrative demands, enter into prayer and sacramental celebration, and collaborate with national thought leaders on the practical work of forming young souls for Christ.

See the 2026 DIA Schools Summit Agenda to review the details.

Join Us for the 12th Annual DIA Schools Summit

Dates: October 26–28, 2026

Location: The University of Dallas Campus | Irving, TX

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Why Attend the Summit?

Serving at a Catholic school requires vision, courage, and intentionality. The Summit gathers passionate, mission-driven educators from across the country to challenge conventional thinking, exchange strategies, and recharge their spiritual vocations.

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Who Should Attend the Summit?

The Summit is tailored for all Catholic professionals tasked with the ministry of forming the faithful, including:

  • Presidents, Principals, & Headmasters looking to align institutional culture with authentic Catholic identity.
  • Diocesan Superintendents & Education Directors seeking scalable models for school growth and evangelization.
  • Campus Ministers, Chaplains, & Faculty desiring fresh, creative approaches to youth ministry and catechesis.
  • Board Members & Administrative Leaders invested in building sustainable, Christ-centered school communities.
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Registration Details

Invest in your team's formation. We encourage schools to attend as administrative or cross-functional leadership teams to maximize the impact of the Summit on your campus culture.

Standard Registration: $550 per person; contact summit@diaschools.org to discuss bulk registrations (8 or more)

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