The ATAC team is excited to continue our partnership with the AT Center at The College of New Jersey to reimagine the NJ AT Summit and focus on AT and Inclusive Technology innovations in education!
Date: October 6, 2026
Location: The College of New Jersey, Ewing NJ
Our Keynote:
Our keynote speaker this year with be Mateo Moreno!
- Mateo has used AAC since the age of 4. His confidence and enthusiasm to meet new people helps him spread awareness about AAC, disability, and inclusion.
- He enjoys mentoring younger users, including at AAC camps, and talking with families and professionals about his experiences.
- He’s presented nationally to districts, universities and conferences including #TalkingAAC, AAC Talks, ATIA and Charting the Cs, as well as internationally at the Communication Matters conference in Leeds, England.
- Following his keynote address at the 2026 Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA) annual conference, Mateo was awarded the 2026 Prentke Distinguished Lecture award.
- Mateo is also featured in the documentary Camp ALEC, which is streaming on Disney+.
Come listen to Mateo share his experiences:
- He shares about his AAC journey, recommendations for communication partners, his pet peeves, and what it’s like being the only AAC user in the room.
- His district presentations have significantly advanced AAC implementation and elevated expectations for student achievement.
- He loves meeting new people and uses personal stories and humor to build connections.
Our Schedule at a Glance:
Follow this link to the Google Sheet Schedule at a Glance for the 2026 AT Summit for Education
Registration Now Open:
Visit our Eventbrite page to get your ticket today
Cost: $59 [includes breakfast and lunch (provided by Disability Rights New Jersey)]
Past Events
“Bridging the Gap to an Inclusive Technology Ecosystem”
Date: October 7, 2025
Location: The College of New Jersey, Ewing NJ
Our Keynote!
Mia Laudato
MSEd; Senior Technical Assistant and Co- Project Director CITES, CAST
Learn more about Mia (CITES bio)
“You Can’t Spell PirATe Without A.T.: Charting a Course for Inclusive EdTech Systems”
You can’t spell pirate without A.T. — and you can’t build inclusive technology systems without a clear map. Let’s embark on a journey to uncover the “hidden treasure” of access for all learners. Using the CITES Framework as our compass, we’ll navigate the critical drivers of inclusive technology systems—from infrastructure and leadership to professional learning and instructional practice. Together, we’ll chart a course that aligns assistive and educational technology (A.T. & I.T.) to support every learner on board. Whether you’re weathering stormy seas or ready to raise the anchor, this session will help your team steer toward sustainable, systemwide change.
Our Schedule!
Follow this link to the Google Sheet Schedule at a Glance
Want to learn more?
Check out the ATAC staff sharing info about the AT Summit on the TCNJ AT Center podcast
The Richard West Assistive Technology Advocacy Center (ATAC) 