Onsite Information

ISTELive and ASCD Annual Mobile App

The official conference mobile app has everything you need to discover all the conference has to offer! Download the mobile app to:

  • Bookmark sessions and exhibitors, and connect with presenters to elevate your conference experience.
  • Save your seat for sessions that require preregistration, add items to your digital tote, or use the AI Program Concierge to help find the right content for you.
  • View your conference schedule by day and download to your personal calendar for reminders.
  • Explore the venue via Maps.

Onsite Information

Wi-Fi Access

Wi-Fi is available throughout the Orange County Convention Center West Building, excluding the expo hall floor.
Wi-Fi network: ISTE-ASCD26
Wi-Fi password: ISTE-ASCD26

Important Phone Numbers

ISTE+ASCD Headquarters: 407-685-4002
Press Room: 407-685-4003
Main Information Booth: 407-685-4004
ADA Transportation: 689-212-3127

First Aid Stations/Emergencies

In the event of an emergency (security issue, medical problem, anything that seems unsafe), please immediately call the Orange County Convention Center's in-house security division at 407-685-9828.

First aid location: West A Lobby, Level 1, OCCC
First aid location: Solutions Hub West Hall B, Level 2, OCCC

Hours of Operation

Registration
Located in West Hall A2, Level 2, OCCC
Saturday, June 27, 12-6:30 p.m.
Sunday, June 28, 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Monday, June 29, 7 a.m.-5 p.m
Tuesday, June 30, 7:30 a.m-5 p.m.
Wednesday, July 1, 7:30 a.m.- 2 p.m.

ISTE+ASCD Central
Located in West B Lobby, Level 1, OCCC
Saturday, June 27, 12-6:30 p.m.
Sunday, June 28, 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Monday, June 29, 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 30, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, July 1, 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

Expo Hall
Main entrance is West Hall A4/B1, Level 2, OCCC
Monday, June 29, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 30, 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, July 1, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Learning Journey Design Desk
Located in West Hall A Lobby, Level 2, OCCC
Sunday, June 28, 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Monday, June 29, 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 30, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Wednesday, July 1, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

Presenters’ Suite
Room W313, Level 3, OCCC
Sunday, June 28, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Monday, June 29, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Tuesday, June 30, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Wednesday, July 1, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Press Room
Room W221AB, Level 2, OCCC
Sunday, June 28, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Monday, June 29, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 30, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, July 1, 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Coat and Bag Check
$3 per item, West Hall A1, Level 2, OCCC
Sunday, June 28, 7 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
Monday, June 29, 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
Tuesday, June 30, 7 a.m-6 p.m.
Wednesday, July 1, 7 a.m.-3 p.m.

Take a Tour of ISTELive and ASCD Annual
Meet at Attendee Services located West Hall A Lobby, Level 2, OCCC
Sunday, June 28, 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m.
Monday, June 29, 7:30 a.m.

Snack Breaks
Join us in the expo hall Monday and Tuesday 11:30 a.m. for a midday snack break.

Transportation Information

Shuttle service is provided between many conference hotels and the Orange County Convention Center, running every 20-30 minutes during the following hours:

Sunday, June 28
6:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

Monday, June 29
6:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Tuesday, June 30
7 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, July 1
7 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

The schedule indicates the first shuttle bus departing from hotels and the last shuttle departing from the Orange County Convention Center for the day. The last bus departing from hotels to the Orange County Convention Center is approximately 60 minutes prior to the end time listed on the schedule.

ADA Transportation

An ADA-compliant mini-shuttle is on-call for attendees who require it. Please call 689-212-3127 at least 2 hours prior to your desired pick-up time.

Shuttle Routes

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Parking at OCCC

If you plan to drive to the OCCC West Building for the conference, please note that parking will be handled via prepayment through their website. You will need to purchase a parking pass for each day that you plan to drive. Prepayment will be cut off at midnight of the day before you plan to park. If you miss the prepayment window, drive-up parking may still be available but if full, you will be directed to the North Building Lot for overflow parking. A shuttle will run from the North Lot to the West Building. You can find a map of the lots at the above link.

Food Options

Concessions are spread throughout OCCC in and out of the expo hall.
*Concessions hours may vary.

Expo Halls A and B
Concession Hours:
Monday - 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Tuesday - 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Wednesday - 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Level 1 Stands
Sunday - 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Monday -11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Tuesday - 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Wednesday - 7 a.m.-1 p.m. (coffee)

Hall C Lobby, Level 2
Sunday - 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
Monday - 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
Tuesday - 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
Wednesday - 7 a.m.-4 p.m.

Affinity Groups

Arab Professionals in Education
Monday, June 29, 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Room W307CD

Asian and Pacific Islander Educators
Tuesday, June 30, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Room W307CD

Black Professionals in Education
Monday, June 29, 4:15-5:45 p.m.
Room W109A

Latino Professionals in Education
Tuesday, June 30, 12:30-2 p.m.
Room W307CD

LGBTQ+ Professionals in Education
Monday, June 29, 10-11:30 a.m.
Room W312AB

Neurodivergent Educators
Monday, June 29, 9-10 a.m.
Room W308CD

Meetups

Welcome Reception, Sunday, June 28, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Level 1 Lobby
Find and connect with others in your role or experience early in the conference.

  • Superintendents - Level 1 Meeting Room Rotunda
  • Principals - West A Foyer Lounge
  • EdTech Coaches - ISTE+ASCD Central Lounge
  • Early Career Educators - ISTE+ASCD Central Discovery Stage
  • Solo/First Time Attendees - ISTE+ASCD Central Learning Stage

Lounge Simulcast Schedule

Sunday, June 28
12-1 p.m.
From Clicks to Clarity: Teaching Smarter News Literacy with AI
1:30-2:30 p.m.
9 Strategies that Cultivate Amazing PK-5 Innovative Designers!
3-4:30 p.m.
Opening Mainstage
Monday, June 29
9-10 a.m.
Mind vs. Machine: The Remix
10:30-11:30 a.m.
EdTech SmackDown Live!
12:30-1:30 p.m.
Connection, Curiosity, Consistency and Culture: Belonging in a Village Every Child Needs
2-3 p.m.
Harnessing Hope: Reframing Narratives, Inspiring Action
3:30-4:30 p.m.
From Burnout to Breakthrough: Building Resilient and Thriving School Cultures
Tuesday, June 30
8:15-9:30 a.m.
Tuesday Mainstage
10:30-11:30 a.m.
12+ Creative Project Ideas to Use With (or Without) AI
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
A Tale of 2 Districts: AI Implementation Lessons Learned
1-2 p.m.
AI's Impact on Dyslexia: A Student's Message to Teachers
2:30-3:30 p.m.
How to Teach AI Literacy in Any Class
4-5 p.m.
Smart Education for the Future of Learning? International Perspectives
Wednesday, July 1
8:30-9:30 a.m.
Sustaining your Leadership Impact: The Burnout Antidote
10-11 a.m.
Teacher with a Purpose: How our Attitudes and Beliefs Impact Student Outcomes
12-1 p.m.
Empowering Educator Preparation: Implementing ISTE Faculty Standards and Supporting Faculty ISTE Certification
1:15-2:30 p.m.
Closing Mainstage

Need Help with the app?

Main Information Desk Located at Attendee Services in West Hall A Lobby, Level 2, OCCC
Saturday, June 27, 1-6:30 p.m.
Sunday, June 28, 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Monday, June 29, 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Tuesday, June 30, 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Wednesday, July 1, 7:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

If you have questions or need assistance, please contact Customer Service.
8:00 am-5:00 pm, Pacific, Monday-Friday
800.336.5191 (U.S. & Canada)
503.342.2848 (International)
iste@iste.org or registration@ascd.org