Aspire by Sanford

2026 High School Conference Details

Information for Students

Why You Will Want to Attend

Curious about a future in healthcare but not sure where to start? This conference is your chance to explore real careers, meet professionals, and discover pathways you may not have even known existed.

Throughout the day, you will participate in interactive breakout sessions and explore a large exhibition booth area where you can talk directly with healthcare professionals and education partners. Ask questions, learn what a day in the life looks like, and find out what education or training it takes to get there.

Whether you know exactly what you want to do or still exploring, this conference is all about helping you explore your interests, gain clarity, and start imagining your future in healthcare while having fun along the way.

Information for Schools & Educators

This conference is a full-day experience designed to support student career exploration and readiness, along with post-secondary planning.

Vendor & Exhibition Booth Experience

The vendor and exhibition booth area gives students the opportunity to explore a wide variety of healthcare careers in one place. Students will connect directly with healthcare professionals, education partners, and organizations who are eager to share what their careers look like and how they got there.

From learning about different roles and specialties to understanding the education, training, and certifications required, this interactive experience helps students ask questions, make connections, and better understand the many pathways into healthcare. Whether students are just beginning to explore their options or are already interested in a specific field, the exhibition booth experience is designed to spark curiosity and inspire future career goals.

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Breakout Sessions: Inspire the Next Generation

Breakout sessions are a core part of this conference and provide a unique opportunity for presenters to directly shape how students see healthcare careers. As a breakout session presenter, you will engage with curious, motivated high school students who are eager to learn from real professionals and hear authentic career stories.

These sessions are designed to be interactive, informative, and inspiring. Presenters are encouraged to share real-world experiences, career pathways, and lessons learned helping students understand not only what you do, but how you got there and why it matters. Your insight can spark interest, answer critical questions, and help students imagine themselves in similar roles.

By leading a breakout session, you are contributing to more than a presentation, you are helping students build confidence, explore possibilities, and take meaningful steps toward their future in healthcare. We are excited to partner with presenters who are passionate about education, mentorship, and making a lasting impact.

Click here to register as a breakout presenter and/or vendor