Join OST professionals, youth leaders, partners, and advocates from across Michigan for the 2026 MAC Annual Conference, happening February 26–27 at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi.
This year’s theme, Belonging by Design. Thriving Together, focuses on how intentional design, youth-driven practices, and community-centered strategies strengthen the future of out-of-school time in our state.
Event Details
Registration - Last day Feb 13
Registration Notes:
A MiRegistry account is required to receive professional development credit. You can learn more about MiRegistry and create an account here.
Group Registration: If registering more than just yourself we recommend having everyone you will be registering to complete the registration excel (including, MiRegistry ID, demographic info and breakout session selections) before to make registration easier for you. If registering more than 10 people, please contact ashley@miafterschool.org with a completed registration form.
Cancellation policy: Full refunds are available if registration is cancelled by 02/13/26.
Registration questions? Email Ashley at ashley@miafterschool.org
Demographic collection statement: We are collecting demographic data for event registration to ensure we are reaching a diverse audience and promoting equity in our programming. By understanding the demographics of participants, we can assess whether we are effectively engaging individuals across the state, particularly in underrepresented communities. This data also helps us maintain accountability by tracking our progress in creating inclusive, accessible events that serve the needs of all participants, regardless of background or location. This data will not be traced back to and will be shared in aggregate only.
Price
Full Conference
Early Bird - $175 (Jan 14-Jan 30)
General- $200 (Jan 31- Feb 13)
Final - $225 (after Feb 14)
One Day Conference
Early Bird - $100 (Jan 14-Jan 30)
General- $115 (Jan 31- Feb 13)
Final - $135 (after Feb 14)
Hotel Block Information
Hyatt Place at the Suburban Collection Showplace reservations at 1-800-233-1234.
Reservations may also be made by logging on to:https://novi.place.hyatt.com/en/hotel/home.html?corp_id=G-AMAF
Use the Group Code: G-AMAF to receive your discounted group rate of $135.00. Once the arrival and departure date have been entered, direct your guests to click on special rates and then enter the Group Code in the Group Code Box (make sure to include the G when entering the code).
All reservations must be accompanied by a first-night room deposit or guaranteed with a major credit card. The hotel will not hold any reservations unless secured by one of the above methods.
Reservations by attendees must be received on or before January 25, 2026.
Nominate OST Champions for the 2026 Afterschool Excellence Awards
We’re excited to lift up the people and partners who make Michigan’s out-of-school time ecosystem stronger. You’re invited to submit nominations for the 2026 Afterschool Excellence Awards, recognizing leadership, impact, and dedication across the field.
Nominations are open now, and we encourage youth, caregivers, educators, and partners to help us spotlight the individuals and communities driving meaningful change.
The MAC Annual Conference is co-sponsored by Michigan Afterschool Partnership (MASP) and Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP) Office of Education Partnerships (21st Century Community Learning Centers and 32n Grants), in partnership with Michigan Department of Education (MDE).