2026 Annual Conference 

June 26 - 27, 2026

Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA 

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Conference Theme
Conference Strands
Registration
Hotel Information
Sponsors and Exhibitors

Conference Theme

Unmasking Change: Revealing the Power of Mathematics

An invitation to peel back the layers of tradition, reveal fresh possibilities, boldly challenge inequities, and chart a course through the emerging future—we aim to inspire you to harness vulnerability, ignite innovation, and drive transformation through mathematics.

Uncovering Insight: Data, Identity, and Instructional Clarity

Sessions in this strand will focus on instructional strategies that support innovative ways for students to demonstrate their mathematical understanding.

• Spotlighting student identity and how it impacts instruction
• Designing assessment practices that honor diverse ways of showing understanding, moving beyond traditional formats to reveal deeper insight
• Using student data to inform responsive teaching, connecting academic trends to individual strengths, needs, and lived experiences

Harnessing Technology: AI, Ethics, and Digital Fluency

Sessions in this strand will focus on how we can use digital tools, including AI, to support lesson design, instructional delivery, assessment, and everyday tasks.

• Exploring how AI intersects with ethical reasoning and critical thinking, empowering students to navigate digital landscapes with discernment and purpose
• Equipping educators with AI tools that streamline their workflow to support routine task

Equity Amplified: Rewriting the Narrative of Mathematics Education

Sessions in this strand will highlight innovative practices designed to support all learners.

• Engaging with new practices designed to support diverse learners
• Celebrating nontraditional approaches and bold educator voices
• Centering student reasoning and creativity, highlighting non-linear thinking, open-ended exploration, and authentic artifacts

Unveiling Resources: Community, Collaboration, Curriculum, and Leadership 

Sessions in this strand will highlight the importance of curricular resources.

• Dismantling silos and building authentic learning communities across content areas
• Highlighting culturally relevant mathematical resources, interdisciplinary content, and co-developed curricular materials that reflect and engage diverse student communities
• Advancing mathematics leadership that fosters belonging for every student and educator through collaborative, innovative, and community-rooted practices

Revealing Superpowers: Unlocking Student Potential

This strand celebrates ways educators have revealed mathematical brilliance in all students.

• Spotlighting the linguistic brilliance of multilingual learners, and how their diverse language and cultural experiences enrich the mathematics classroom
• Showcasing strengths-based strategies and inclusive mindsets that foster belonging, expression, and academic success for each and every learner

Registration Information

Conference registration is now open! Register by March 1 to receive the early bird discount.

Early bird rates (register by March 1):

• Individual registration: $250
• Group registration*: $225 per person  

Regular rates (register between March 2 and June 1)

• Individual registration: $275
• Group registration*: $240 per person

On-site registrations (register after June 1, including on-site registration

• Individual registration: $300

Note: Primary speakers will be able to register for $200. Co-speakers will be able to register for $225. Consider submitting a proposal to receive this discount!

*Group registration pricing will be offered for groups of 5 or more individuals from the same school or school division. Payment must come from one payment source in order to receive this discount. Contact info@vctm.org for more information.

Follow this link to register.

Hotel Information

Host Hotel: Delta Hotel

401 E Roslyn Rd
Colonial Heights, VA 23834
Book your group rate for VCTM
Last day to book: May 22, 2026

Additional hotel options:

Comfort Suites Southpark

931 South Ave
Colonial Heights, VA 23834
Call the front desk at 804-835-9279 and mention group: VCTM - VA Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Click here to book online
Last day to book: May 26, 2026

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Richmond Colonial Heights

937 South Ave
Colonial Heights, VA 23834
Book your group rate for VCTM
Last day to book: May 25, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Richmond South/Southpark

800 Southpark Blvd
Colonial Heights, VA 23834
Book your group rate for VCTM
Last day to book: May 22, 2026

Exhibitors and Sponsors