2025 IBSC Annual Conference

2025 IBSC Annual ConferenceBelmont Hill School

Belmont, Massachusetts, United States

June 22-25

Onsite Information

Conference Contact Details

For assistance during conference hours, please contact Paula Wright, the receptionist in our head of school’s office located in the Howe House Main Office, at +1-617-484-4410.

Belmont Hill School Address
350 Prospect Street
Belmont, MA 02478
+1-617-484-4410

Conference Dress Code and Lanyards

Smart-casual attire is appropriate for all conference events. We recommend comfortable shoes throughout the conference.

To ensure site security, always wear your lanyard at the school and when attending conference events.

The color of the lanyard helps you identify Belmont Hill staff and IBSC trustees:

  • White lanyard: conference attendee
  • Navy lanyard: Belmont Hill faculty/staff
  • Maroon lanyard: IBSC staff and trustees
  • Bright blue lanyard: volunteer helper

Conference Registration for Attendees and Spouses/Partners

Conference registration for all attendees, including spouses/partners and workshop presenters, runs 1:30 – 3:30 PM Sunday in the Main Tent. After checking in, enjoy a student-led tour of campus before the opening plenary session. Workshop presenters may view their assigned space upon request; a Belmont Hill student will happily assist.

The Information Desk in the Jordan Athletic Center offers support throughout the conference.

Meals and Snacks

Enjoy a continental breakfast and a diverse lunch selection during the conference. Find snacks, refreshing beverages, and coffee drinks available at convenient locations across campus during breaks. We’ve planned for a range of dietary needs, including allergies. If you registered special dietary requirements and have any questions, please speak with a member of the catering team.

IT Hub and Wi-Fi Services and Support

Throughout the conference, Belmont Hill offers Wi-Fi across campus. Find the IT Hub in the Jordan Athletic Center or call +1-617-932-8000. Our IT colleagues can help you with all technology matters, including delivering workshops.

  • WiFi Network: IBSC
  • Password: conference

Belmont Hill Pop-Up Shop

Find the Belmont Hill Pop-Up Shop conveniently located in the Field House. It sells Belmont Hill apparel, conference souvenirs, and gifts. It also sells books written by featured speakers.

Quiet Space

Throughout the conference you may visit the Byrnes Library for a quiet place to review a presentation, send an email, or read a book or newspaper. If you require printing, our librarians are there to help.

Prayer and Reflection Room

Should you wish for a quiet space for prayer or reflection, please visit our Prayer Room in the Byrnes Library.

Open-Air Gathering

Our Chapel Lawn offers a picturesque gathering space in the heart of our campus. Weather permitting all are welcome to pull up an Adirondack chair, connect with friends, or take respite and enjoy the fresh air.

Public Transportation

Find everything you need to know about getting around Boston on public buses and subways (known as the T) through the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority website, www.mbta.com. Note: There is not an easily accessible, direct public transit route from Boston to Belmont Hill School.

We recommend using conference buses, Uber, Lyft, or taxis to travel to and from the conference each day.

Conference Transportation

Buses transport delegates between Belmont Hill School and the conference hotel each day of the conference. Please look for the yellow Yankee Line buses and on-site personnel to assist. Buses also provide transport to and from the reception at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.

Parking at Belmont Hill School

Parking is available at Belmont Hill School. Please see the campus map for details.