NCSM Affiliate Leaders’ Conference

• A complete set of the NCSM Essential Actions books, included with registration:
  • Framework for Leadership in Mathematics Education
  • Instructional Leadership in Mathematics Education
  • Coaching in Mathematics Education
  • Culturally Relevant Leadership in Mathematics Education
• Hands-on experience using Essential Actions tools and protocols
• Structured time for reflection, collaboration, and planning
• Ongoing connections with mathematics leaders from across the country

Registration is free for leaders (board members) of active NCSM affiliates. You are welcome to bring a team from your affiliate or attend solo.

REGISTER BY OR BEFORE JUNE 5, 2026

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Travel Information

Airport
The nearest airport is Orlando International Airport (MCO). The conference hotel is located approximately 17 miles from the airport. Using rideshare (average ~$35-50), taxi (average ~$50-60), or hired transportation service (such as Mears Connect ~$17/person) to travel from the airport to the conference hotel is recommended.

Hotel
The conference location and conference hotel are the same: Drury Plaza Hotel Orlando Lake Buena Vista. Click on the link below to direct book. A credit card is required at booking. Please note that the number of rooms is limited, so be sure to book your hotel room as soon as possible. A hot breakfast and afternoon happy hour is included in your room rate of $189 (before taxes and fees).

• Use THIS LINK to book your hotel room at the conference rate
• Please make your reservations by Thursday, June 4, 2026 to receive your group rate. Reservations made after this date will be subject to prevailing rates and availability.
• Reservations may also be made by calling 1-800-325-0720 and referring to your group number 10178271.

Monday, June 29, 2026
Arrival & Travel Day
Participants travel to Orlando area. No scheduled programming.

Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Breakfast available at hotel
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Lunch Provided

Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Breakfast available at hotel
8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Lunch Provided

The NCSM Affiliate Leaders’ Conference is designed for mathematics leaders who want more than ideas—it’s for leaders looking for meaningful collaboration, strategic insight, and clear actions to move their affiliates forward.

You should attend if you want to:

• Learn strategies tailored for affiliate leaders through professional learning focused on the unique needs and challenges of NCSM affiliates.

• Connect with affiliate leaders from across the country and build relationships with peers facing similar opportunities and challenges.

• Learn from successful affiliates as leaders share examples of effective programs, initiatives, and practices that can strengthen your own organization.

• Collaborate and exchange ideas in conversations designed to help affiliates learn with and from one another.

• Leave with a plan for your affiliate using dedicated time to reflect, plan, and turn new ideas into actionable steps for the year ahead.

Conference Goals:

• Provide in-person professional learning targeted at the specific needs of
  NCSM affiliate leaders
• Provide opportunity for affiliate leaders to learn with and from one another
• Showcase successful work of NCSM affiliates to improve others’ work

Draft Conference Agenda

Day 1: Tuesday, June 30, 2026

• 8:00 am Welcome and conference opening
• 8:30 – 11:30 am Morning programming
• 12:00 – 12:45 pm Lunch break (lunch provided)
• 12:45 – 4:45 pm Afternoon programming
• 5:00 pm Day 1 close
• Optional – Time TBD Optional social event – TBD*

*Optional Social Event – We will host an option social event on the evening of June 30, 2026. Specific time, location, and event details are TBD, and will be sent once finalized. Note that an additional cost for the optional social event will apply.

Day 2: Wednesday, July 1, 2026

• 8:30 am Day 2 welcome
• 8:45 – 11:30 am Morning programming
• 11:30 am – 12:15 pm Lunch break (lunch provided)
• 12:15 – 2:45 pm Afternoon programming
• 3:00 pm Conference Close