08:30
Networking
Registration and Delegation Check-in
Students, teachers, guests, and school coordinators report at the Élan registration desk, collect passes, and receive event guidance.
Registration FoyerInteractive schedule.
Filter by event type and explore the full two-day flow. Crisis Command and Cent$ible run at the same time across both days, so you follow the one flagship you chose at registration. The timeline below shows the Crisis Command flagship blocks; Cent$ible runs its own rounds in parallel, with exact round times shared on your participant portal.
Day 1
Saturday, 5 September 2026
Arrival, opening ceremony, flagship sessions (Crisis Command or Cent$ible, running at the same time), performances, networking, and cultural night.
09:15
Flagship Moments
Opening Ceremony
The official launch of Élan 2026 with the event reveal, welcome address, delegation introduction, and school spirit opening.
Main Stage10:00
Networking
Mixed-School Icebreaker
A structured interaction block designed to help students connect beyond their own schools before the flagship simulation begins.
Networking Lounge10:45
Flagship Moments
Crisis Command: Initial Briefing
Teams receive the fictional country profile, emergency trigger, role responsibilities, available resources, and first intelligence packet. The day ends with each team submitting its Initial Response Brief.
Crisis Command Hall11:30
Flagship Moments
Crisis Command: Council Strategy Rooms
Teams split into cabinet-style councils and begin building their national response through role planning, resource choices, and first policy priorities.
Breakout Rooms12:45
Guest Sessions
Guest Conversation: Youth, Leadership and Ambition
An invited guest or mentor shares practical insight on confidence, communication, and leadership under pressure.
Main Stage13:30
Networking
Lunch and Delegation Exchange
Students connect informally, meet other school delegations, and prepare for the next crisis update.
Experience Zone14:30
Flagship Moments
Crisis Command: Escalation One
New information changes the situation. Teams must adapt their first response, handle public pressure, and revise priorities.
Crisis Command Hall16:00
Performances
Performance Showcase Round 1
Music, dance, drama, spoken word, and school performance slots bring the festival side of Élan to life.
Main Stage17:15
Flagship Moments
Crisis Command: Press Room Drill
Media and PR leads prepare public statements while teams defend their choices through controlled questioning and rapid response.
Media Room18:05
Flagship Moments
Initial Response Brief Submission
Before Day 1 closes, each council submits its first action plan covering immediate priorities, resource allocation, public communication, and the opening 24-hour response. This brief becomes the baseline for Day 2 consequences and judging.
Submission Desk18:30
Cultural Events
Cultural Night and Open Mic
The evening celebration with performances, open-mic energy, school spirit, music, community, and premium festival atmosphere.
Main Stage20:15
Networking
Day 1 Closing Circle
A soft close with reminders for Day 2, confirmation that Initial Response Briefs have been submitted, informal reflection, team coordination, and departure guidance.
CourtyardDay 2
Sunday, 6 September 2026
Flagship continuation (Crisis Command or Cent$ible), final rounds and presentations, awards, closing ceremony, and final Élan send-off.
08:30
Networking
Arrival and Team Reset
Participants return, reconnect with teams, confirm schedules, and prepare for the final day of Crisis Command.
Registration Foyer09:00
Flagship Moments
Crisis Command: Escalation Two
The crisis deepens. Teams face consequences from their Day 1 Initial Response Brief, new stakeholder pressure, and final strategic constraints.
Crisis Command Hall10:30
Flagship Moments
Final Response Preparation
Teams convert their strategy into a clear final plan covering policy, finance, diplomacy, public communication, and implementation.
Breakout Rooms12:00
Flagship Moments
Strategy Submission
Teams submit their final response brief and prepare for the panel round. Top teams are shortlisted for final presentation.
Submission Desk12:45
Networking
Lunch and Media Moments
Delegations connect, capture official media moments, and prepare for the final stage block.
Experience Zone14:00
Flagship Moments
Crisis Command Finals
Shortlisted teams present their response, defend choices, answer questions, and demonstrate leadership under pressure.
Main Stage15:45
Performances
Grand Performance Showcase
Final stage performances and school showcase moments bring the event energy back to the audience.
Main Stage16:30
Networking
Élan Networking Forum
A structured closing interaction block for students to meet peers, exchange contacts, and reflect on the experience.
Networking Lounge17:15
Flagship Moments
Awards: Crisis Command and Élan 2026
Recognition for Best Crisis Response, Best Strategy, Outstanding Leadership, Best Speaker, delegation awards, and participation certificates.
Main Stage18:15
Cultural Events
Closing Jam
A final music and community moment before the official farewell.
Main Stage18:45
Flagship Moments
Closing Ceremony and Farewell
The formal end of Élan 2026 with final remarks, delegation send-off, and event close.
Main Stage