National Peer Program Conference

🎉 Registration is NOW OPEN for the 16th Annual National Peer Program Conference! 🎉

Join us at the beautiful Perdido Beach Resort in Orange Beach, Alabama, for an unforgettable experience of learning, connection, and rejuvenation alongside educators, counselors, administrators, social workers, and student support professionals from across the country.

To best accommodate attendees, registration includes the opportunity to select your preferred conference dates:

📅 Option 1: February 16–17, 2027
📅 Option 2: February 18–19, 2027

Through inspiring keynote speakers, engaging breakout sessions, meaningful networking opportunities, and practical takeaways, you’ll leave equipped to strengthen your peer program and make an even greater impact in your school community.

✨ Nurture. Educate. Rejuvenate. ✨

Register today and reserve your spot!

✨ SAVE THE DATE ✨

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the 16th Annual National Peer Program Conference! 🌴☀️

📍 Perdido Beach Resort | Orange Beach, Alabama
📅 Two date options: 16–17 OR 18–19

This year’s conference is bringing the energy, inspiration, and connection you don’t want to miss—and we’re beyond excited to announce our Keynote Speaker: Timothy “TA” Alexander 🎤

From a life-changing accident that left him paralyzed, to defying every expectation placed before him, Timothy’s journey is a powerful reminder that resilience, determination, and purpose can rewrite any story. An Emmy Award-winning, world-renowned speaker, TA inspires audiences everywhere with his message:

👉 “We don’t need it to be easy, we just need it to be possible.”

Get ready to be motivated, empowered, and moved in ways that will stay with you long after the conference ends.

More details coming soon… but for now—mark your calendars and start making plans! 🗓️✨

OrangeBeach TAInspires

Now accepting speaker proposals for the 16th Annual National Peer Program Conference! 🎤✨

We’re looking for passionate educators, practitioners, and leaders to share innovative ideas and real-world strategies that make a difference. Topicsf of interest include School Climate & Culture, Behavior Intervention Strategies, Peer Support Systems, Early Intervention Approaches, Positive Behavior Supports, Trauma-Informed School Practices, and Student Wellness & Safety.

If you’re driving positive change and want to inspire others, we want to hear from you—submit your proposal and be part of the conversation shaping the future of student support.

Visit peerprogramconference.com to submit your proposal.

We loved having you at the 15th Annual National Peer Program Conference — and now we’d love to hear from you! 💛

Your feedback truly matters. It helps us celebrate what worked well and improve the areas that can make next year even better.

📩 Check your email for a link to your overall event survey and the session surveys for the breakouts you attended.
📱 Or open the NPPC App and click “Surveys” on the home page to complete them there.

Thank you for taking a few minutes to share your thoughts. We’re always learning, always growing — and we couldn’t do it without you!

Conference Attire: Casual & Comfortable
At NPPC, we want you focused on learning & connecting - not worrying about what to wear! Think comfortable shoes, jeans, and casual conference-ready outfits. Feel relaxed, be yourself, and get ready for a few days of inspiration on the coast!
See you soon 👋🏻🌊

📱✨ The NPPC App is LIVE! ✨📱

The official 15th Annual National Peer Program Conference app is now available and ready to download!

✔️ Build your personalized schedule
✔️ Explore sessions, speakers & exhibitors
✔️ Connect with fellow attendees
✔️ Stay in the know with real-time updates
✔️ Submit surveys and more

The app is free, easy to use, and designed to help you make the most of every moment at NPPC.

👉 Check your email or visit the link in our bio to download now.
🔐 Log in using the name and email tied to your conference registration.

Let’s get connected — we’ll see you inside the app! 🎉

🚨 High Stakes: Cannabis Prevention & Peer-Led Intervention 🚨

There’s still time to join us! Don’t miss this impactful conference session made possible by our incredible partners at the — we are so grateful for their continued support in prevention and education.

Join Kriya Lendzion of Kriya Lendzion, LLC, for a powerful conversation on youth cannabis use and effective prevention strategies. Learn how adolescent brain development increases vulnerability to THC and Cannabis Use Disorder, and walk away with practical, peer-led tools you can bring back to your school community.

This session introduces the “Addiction-Proof Students” model, empowering Peer Helpers, building resilience, and helping delay, reduce, and prevent substance use.

✨ Make a real difference.
✨ Support your students.
✨ Be part of the conversation.

👉 Register now — spots are still available! Link in bio or visit peerprogramconference.com to register.