
ABI Conference 2025
NEW DATES: 12-15 November 2025

ABI Conference 2025 will bring together leaders from Accredited, Bilingual, and International schools (ABI) from across the Latin America region for a time of professional challenge, spiritual encouragement, and networking. It will be held on 12-15 November 2025 on the beautiful island of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, at the Crowne Plaza Santo Domingo Hotel. This conference will showcase engaging and inspiring keynote speakers, leader-to-leader breakouts, and time for connection through small group discussions. It will be an English-language conference.
Leaders and leadership team members are encouraged to attend.

Registration:
Conference registration will include access to all keynote sessions, workshops, coffee breaks, and lunches during the conference. Hotel accommodation/package rates, evening dinners, and preconference sessions are not included.
ACSI REFUND POLICY: Except in cases of medical emergency, urgent family emergency, school crisis there will be no refunds for pre-registered events. If you or a pre-registered member/delegate from your school is unable to attend an event, you are encouraged to send a substitute, such as a board member, other staff member, or an interested parent. Refunds that are given are subject to a service charge of $50 per registrant, which will be deducted from the refund amount. Reach out to the Event Coordinator, chealsea_allen@acsi.org, for questions.

Breakout Sessions
Peer-to-peer breakouts are the heart and soul of the ABI conference. These sessions are an excellent way to share passions, innovative ideas, and successful strategies across various educational fields.
Breakout sessions are included in your main conference registration.

Hotel Accommodations:
Hotel room reservations will be made individually through the Crowne Plaza Santo Domingo booking link located below.
Breakfast is included with your hotel reservation.
We have secured a special ACSI room rate:
- Taxes not included.
Note from the hotel: "Our rooms are equipped to accommodate up to three guests, offering comfort and flexibility. For reservations that include a third occupant, the hotel will apply an additional charge of USD 30.00 per night to the final bill. We appreciate your understanding."
Booking Link

Nearest Airport:
Las Américas International Airport
Getting to the Hotel:
Driving Directions from Santo Domingo International Airport (SDQ) to Crowne Plaza Hotel Santo Domingo
The distance from Santo Domingo International Airport (Las Américas International Airport - SDQ) to Crowne Plaza Hotel Santo Domingo is approximately 32 kilometers (20 miles). Depending on traffic conditions, the journey typically takes 30 to 40 minutes by car.
Exit the Arrival Terminal: Once you clear customs and collect your luggage, head to the taxi stand located just outside the terminal.
Official Taxi Services: Look for official airport taxis with clear signage and uniformed drivers. They are reliable and safe.
Tell the Driver Your Destination: Inform the driver you are going to "Crowne Plaza Hotel Santo Domingo," located on George Washington Avenue (also known as the Malecón).
Travel Time: The ride takes approximately 30–40 minutes, depending on traffic.
- Cost: The taxi fare is approximately $35–$40 USD. Confirm the price with the driver before starting your trip.
Book Through the App: Open the Uber app and request a ride to "Crowne Plaza Hotel Santo Domingo."
Meeting Point: Depending on the app's instructions, meet your driver at the designated pickup area near the terminal exit.
Travel Time: Similar to taxis, the ride takes about  30–40 minutes.
Cost: Uber rides are slightly more affordable, with prices ranging from  $25–$35 USD, depending on demand and time of day.
Notes:
Currency: It's recommended to carry some USD or Dominican pesos for convenience, but most taxis and Uber drivers accept USD.
Safety: Both options are safe, but always verify the driver’s credentials (Uber license plate or taxi ID) before starting the trip.

"The 2024 ICEC Europe conference provided an excellent opportunity for spiritual renewal and lasting connections/networking within the Christian education community."
- Phil Armstrong, Dallas Baptist University, ICEC Europe 2024
We want to partner with you!
The ABI Conference provides you with an opportunity to get your product, message, degree, or opportunity to leaders at influential, accredited, bilingual and international Christian schools representing thousands of students. Teachers and leaders at ACSI member schools are always eager to hear about products and companies that can enhance their work of bringing Christian education to the children of the world.
If you have any questions, please contact David McNamee, david_mcnamee@acsi.org.
Why sponsor ABI?
- The ABI Conference will pull in top leaders from accredited, bilingual and international schools across Latin America
- We are expected 150* top leaders for this event
- The schools in the Latin America region represent approximately thousands of students, many of whom will graduate to attend colleges and universities in the English-speaking world
- Leaders at the ABI Conference are looking for strong providers and partners to help them fulfill their God-given purpose
- Your sponsorship gets your message out to leaders efficiently
(*Early projections)
Who is a good candidate to sponsor ABI?*
Online course providers
Christian colleges and universities looking to recruit international and national students
Christian colleges offering Masters and Doctoral degrees for teachers and leaders
Christian education consultants and job boards
School systems management providers
International Insurance groups who serve expats and others
Educational training programs
Service organizations
Curriculum and textbook providers
Assessment and testing organizations
Other – reach out to us to see if your organization is a good fit to our conference
*ACSI, in its sole discretion, reserves the right to refuse or prohibit any vendor from participating in or otherwise exhibiting at a conference if such participation or exhibiting is contrary to or conflicts with ACSI's mission and values.
Ways to sponsor our event:
Come to the ABI Conference and have an exhibit table (see tier level options)
Work with us to sponsor a conference SWAG item with your logo to give to every delegate (conference pen, notepad or book, bag, other)
You don’t have to attend to sponsor a swag item
Exhibitor/Sponsor Testimonials:
"It's very inspiring to attend a conference as an exhibitor and still receive a warm and appreciative treatment."
- Sergio De la Calle, FACTS, ICEC Asia 2023
"Exhibiting at ACSI international conferences has been a great way to enable our program to serve more students and schools outside our own borders."
- Jeff Ogne, Dean of Students, Oaks Christian Online, ICEC Europe 2024
"ACSI invites exhibitors to align and unite with the mission of its schools during the days at the conference. We appreciate the togetherness and inspiration."
- Carola Ibañez, FACTS, ICEC Europe 2024

CEUs:
You will earn valuable CEUs based on your attendance in the conference.
Don’t forget to come back here to submit them after the conference.

Quotes from Leaders Conference Europe 2023:
"As a new international school leader, I found the conference refreshing and inspiring on many levels."
- Anna T. Irby, Rain Forest International School, Cameroon
"A great opportunity to lift your head outside your own small school world to the broader mission of ACSI schools"
- A School in Middle East
"Fellowship and networking are invaluable! Extremely beneficial to get away from your own school community for a break and to worship / chat / commiserate / pray with fellow leaders and make valuable new friends!"
- Anonymous
"The opportunity to fellowship with your international friends and colleagues simply cannot be valued. It is priceless and you should not pass up the opportunity to join wherever and whenever they are offered!"
- Jesse Newman, NICS/OASIS
"It is a great time of like-minded leaders coming together learning and discussing important topics of the day. It is also a time to connect and network with other leaders. The spiritual emphasis is also a time of renewal that we need to be intentional about to be able to continue serving."
- Anonymous
Exhibitor & Sponsor information coming soon!
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“One reason I find these conferences so valuable is the opportunity to connect with other Christian educators. By sharing challenges and solutions, I walk away with new ideas and a broader perspective. Above all, it’s good to know that I am not alone.”
- Steve Saavadra, Alliance Academy International, Quito, Ecuador
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