Make the Case Email Templates

Dear [NAME],

I am writing to request approval to attend Building Blackboard Together (BbT) at the Hilton Anatole from July 13-15, 2026, in Dallas, Texas, USA.

This user conference provides a unique opportunity for me to gain access to a wide range of educational sessions presented by institutions from across the globe. Plus, I will be able to meet with the Blackboard teams about how we use our LMS and learn new skills and best practices I can use in my role when I return.

This is the perfect opportunity to build impactful relationships, expand my professional knowledge, and bring new ideas and insights back to [YOUR INSTITUTION].

These are the three top priorities I would like to accomplish by attending BbT:

1. [Fill in]
2. [Fill in]
3. [Fill in]

The total company investment for me to participate will be approximately [$XXX]. The cost breakdown is:

• Travel to Dallas: [$]
• Taxi/rideshare transportation: [$] estimated round trip
• Host hotel (Hilton Anatole): $259 per night plus applicable taxes and fees
• Conference registration fee: $775 ($560 Earliest Bird pricing through February 20, 2026; $700 Early Bird pricing through May 22, 2026)

By staying onsite at the Hilton Anatole, I will not need a rental car. I will also take part in all included conference meals and snack breaks during the event, saving an estimated $500.

The conference registration fee includes:

• Two breakfasts
• Two lunches
• Snacks and refreshments daily

I believe BbT will be extremely beneficial to my position, our department, and our campus, ensuring we maximize the return on our investment in Blackboard.

Please let me know if I can provide any additional information.

Thank you for your consideration,

[SIGNATURE]

Dear [NAME],

I am writing to request approval to attend Building Blackboard Together (BbT) at the Hilton Anatole from July 13-15, 2026, in Dallas, Texas, USA.

This conference provides a valuable opportunity to learn how institutions are building accessibility into real teaching workflows to improve the student experience. It will give me access to sessions from accessibility experts worldwide, insight into how accessibility is managed within the LMS, and the chance to explore how Ally supports institutional reporting and PDF remediation at scale. I will bring back new skills and best practices to support students, instructors, and course creation in my role, particularly as we navigate changing accessibility compliance requirements and continue to build a strong accessibility culture across the institution.

This is the perfect opportunity to build impactful relationships, expand my professional knowledge, and bring new ideas and insights back to [YOUR INSTITUTION].

These are the three top priorities I would like to accomplish by attending BbT:

1. [Fill in]
2. [Fill in]
3. [Fill in]

The total company investment for me to participate will be approximately [$XXX]. The cost breakdown is:

• Travel to Dallas: [$]
• Taxi/rideshare transportation: [$] estimated round trip
• Host hotel (Hilton Anatole): $259 per night plus applicable taxes and fees
• Conference registration fee: $775 ($560 Earliest Bird pricing through February 20, 2026; $700 Early Bird pricing through May 22, 2026)

By staying onsite at the Hilton Anatole, I will not need a rental car. I will also take part in all included conference meals and snack breaks during the event, saving an estimated $500.

The conference registration fee includes:

• Two breakfasts
• Two lunches
• Snacks and refreshments daily

I believe BbT will be extremely beneficial to my position, our department, and our campus, ensuring we maximize the return on our investment in Blackboard.

Please let me know if I can provide any additional information.

Thank you for your consideration,

[SIGNATURE]

Dear [NAME],

I am writing to request approval to attend Building Blackboard Together (BbT) at the Hilton Anatole from July 13-15, 2026, in Dallas, Texas, USA.

This user conference is a valuable opportunity to learn how institutions are rethinking the way they measure and demonstrate learning impact. I’m confident I’ll gain insights into innovative assessment models that align skills with workforce needs and produce meaningful learning outcomes—all to support student success and continuous improvement. Over these three days, key discussions will take place, exploring best practices in annual assessment, measuring learning outcomes, gathering student perspectives through course evaluations, and more. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable insights that we can later use to implement strategies that inform [YOUR INSTITUTION] decisions and demonstrate value to stakeholders, all while maintaining academic rigor and integrity.

These are the three top priorities I would like to accomplish by attending BbT:

1. [Fill in]
2. [Fill in]
3. [Fill in]

The total company investment for me to participate will be approximately [$XXX]. The cost breakdown is:

• Travel to Dallas: [$]
• Taxi/rideshare transportation: [$] estimated round trip
• Host hotel (Hilton Anatole): $259 per night plus applicable taxes and fees
• Conference registration fee: $775 ($560 Earliest Bird pricing through February 20, 2026; $700 Early Bird pricing through May 22, 2026)

By staying onsite at the Hilton Anatole, I will not need a rental car. I will also take part in all included conference meals and snack breaks during the event, saving an estimated $500.

The conference registration fee includes:

• Two breakfasts
• Two lunches
• Snacks and refreshments daily

I believe BbT will be extremely beneficial to my position, our department, and our campus, ensuring we maximize the return on our investment in Blackboard.

Please let me know if I can provide any additional information.

Thank you for your consideration,

[SIGNATURE]