NCTM is committed to bringing the math community together for engaging content that will help transform the learning and teaching of mathematics. Join your colleagues for the NCTM 2023 Annual Meeting and Exposition, October 25-28, and share in the excitement and love of math!
 

About the Event

The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics held its 2024 Annual Meeting & Exposition in Chicago, September 25–28.

This year's theme, The Math of Their Dreams: Illuminating Students’ Brilliance, captured our intent to center students and their experiences, while also being evocative—what does “the math of their dreams” bring to mind for you?

Throughout the program, attendees were encouraged to explore the meaning of the theme and what you value most in mathematics.

Our goal was for you to walk away with exciting new skills and techniques to illuminate your own brilliance and the brilliance of your students!



Here are just a few of the reasons we welcome more than 6,000 attendees to Chicago: 

  • Inspiring education sessions from leading mathematics educators
  • Expert mathematics education keynote speakers and leaders 
  • Networking opportunities, games, giveaways and great ideas
  • New technologies, ideas, and products on display in our exhibit hall 

About the Event Theme

The Math of Their Dreams: Illuminating Students’ Brilliance 

Our students come to us with a wide range of experiences that inform how they think, how they see, and how they express themselves. They each come to our classrooms with a unique brilliance, and it is our hope that the nature of that brilliance is illuminated for all to see- for us in a way that allows us to foster in our students the joy in learning powerful ways mathematics connects to and emerges from their natural brilliance, and for them, in a way that ensures they never lose sight of how amazing they are.

NCTM is committed to ensuring that our events are fully accessible to everyone. Visit our Accessibility & Inclusion section for more details.

 


When

Wednesday–Saturday
September 25–28, 2024

Where

McCormick Place Convention Center
2301 S Martin Luther King Dr
Chicago, IL 60616

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SPEAKER INFORMATION

 

Keynote Speakers

Eugenia Cheng
Eugenia Cheng
Howie Hua
Howie Hua
Luis Leyva
Luis Leyva
Keynote Speakers

Schedule

Search Sessions    Download the Quick Reference Pocket Guide

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

All times are Central Time

7:00 AM–6:00 PM
Registration
Hall B1 North

Note: Express registration is open Tuesday, September 24 between 2:00–5:00 PM.

Preconference Workshops

9:00 AM–12:00 PM
The Math Pact: A Team Approach to Supporting All Students (Elementary)  

9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Revealing the Brilliance of Students Through Mathematical Modeling (K-12)

9:00 AM–12:00 PM
High Yield Routines - High Impact - High Connections (K-8)

9:00 AM–4:30 PM
Catalyzing Change through Proactive Mathematics Coaching: Empowering Leaders to Transform Teaching and Learning Sold out!

1:00 PM–4:00 PM
The Math Pact: A Team Approach to Supporting All Students (Middle/High School)  

1:00 PM–4:00 PM
Using Children's Literature to Foster Learners' Mathematical Brilliance (K-8)

9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Research Sessions  
These sessions will focus on Research (traditional research session for researchers) and Linking Research and Practice (designed to engage both researchers and school and district teachers and leaders).

10:00 AM–6:00 PM
NCTM Central
Get early access to NCTM Central, located inside the Exhibit Hall, and speak directly to NCTM staff to learn how NCTM supports you and the field of mathematics education.

2:00–4:00 PM
NCTM Regional Caucuses
Regional Caucuses allow NCTM's Affiliates and members to meet by area of interest and region to discuss issues and recommendations, network with other leaders, and get information on new initiatives in mathematics education.   

4:00–4:30 PM
Annual Meeting Overview & Orientation
Whether you're new to NCTM or a seasoned veteran, the conference has something for you! Hosted by members of the Board of Directors, this session will show you how to maximize your overall conference experience. Learn all the new, innovative aspects this year's meeting is showcasing or discover something you've missed in the past. Find out how to navigate presentations, learn how to use the conference app, and network with other attendees.

4:00–6:00 PM
Exhibit Hall

5:30–7:00 PM
Opening Session: Is Math Real? How Simple Questions Lead Us to Mathematics’ Deepest Truths
 Eugenia Cheng, Author; Art Institute of Chicago, IL

Conference Strands

The programs of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics present a variety of viewpoints. The content and views expressed or implied in these presentations should not be interpreted as official positions of the Council. References to particular commercial products by a speaker are not an NCTM endorsement of said product(s) and should not be construed as such. Any use of email addresses beyond personal correspondence is not authorized by NCTM.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

All times are Central Time

7:15–7:45 AM
Annual Meeting Overview & Orientation
Whether you're new to NCTM or a seasoned veteran, the conference has something for you! Hosted by members of the Board of Directors, this session will show you how to maximize your overall conference experience. Learn all the new, innovative aspects this year's meeting is showcasing or discover something you've missed in the past. Find out how to navigate presentations, learn how to use the conference app, and network with other attendees.

7:00 AM–5:00 PM 
Registration
Hall B1 North

7:30–9:00 AM 
Delegate Assembly

8:00 AM–12:00 PM 
Concurrent Education and Research Sessions

9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Exhibit Hall

12:00–1:00 PM
Dedicated Exhibit Hall Hours

11:00 AM
Math Walk through Chicago

12:00–1:00 PM
Poster Sessions (Exhibit Hall)

1:00–2:00 PM
President Address

1:00–5:00 PM  
Concurrent Education and Research Sessions

5:15–6:15 PM  
Affinity Groups Networking Event

Conference Strands

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

All times are Central Time

7:00 AM–3:00 PM
Registration

8:00 AM–12:00 PM  
Concurrent Education and Research Sessions

9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Exhibit Hall

11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Iris M. Carl Equity Address: Pedagogical Barriers and Possibilities for Advancing Intersectional Justice in Mathematics Education
Luis Leyva, Vanderbilt University – Peabody College of Education & Human Development, Nashville, TN

12:00–1:00 PM
Dedicated Exhibit Hall Hours

12:00–1:00 PM
Poster Sessions (Exhibit Hall)

1:00–2:00 PM
President-elect Address

1:00–5:00 PM  
Concurrent Education and Research Sessions

2:45–4:00 PM
New Teacher Celebration

4:30–5:30 PM
Teacher Appreciation Reception

5:30–6:30 PM
Ignite! We'll Enlighten You, and We'll Make It Quick

Conference Strands

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2024

All times are Central Time

8:00 AM–12:00 PM
Concurrent Education and Research Sessions

12:30–1:30 PM ET
Closing Session: Making a Better Marketing Team for Math
Howie Hua, Fresno State, CA

Conference Strands

Earn Additional Credits

NCTM provides several options for continuing education and credits. In addition to the NCTM Certificate of Completion, NCTM has partnered with the University of San Diego and the Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics (ICTM) to provide additional professional development credits for your attendance at the Annual Meeting.

Certificate of Completion
Download here.

University of San Diego
The University of San Diego’s Division of Professional and Continuing Education offers an additional 1.0 graduate level extension credit in semester hours. You must track and attend 12 hours of programming at the Annual Meeting and submit a form to [email protected] to receive credit. Click here for more information. 

Please note, there is a separate refund policy for the Credit Validation and does not reflect the NCTM standard refund policy. 

ICTM/MMC
If you are an active member of ICTM or MMC, you are eligible to receive Continuing Professional Development Units (CPDUs) when attending the Annual Meeting. You will be required complete a Check In/Out form each day you attend the conference and submit an evaluation to ICTM after the conference. If you are interested, please reach out to [email protected] for more information and to receive the form.

Exhibit Hall

Exhibits

Make time to talk to the exhibitors! They will be onsite and are ready to meet with you to hear about your teaching needs.

See Who is Exhibiting

Interested in exhibiting or sponsoring?
Contact [email protected]  

New for 2024! Exhibitor Passport

Stamp your Passport and Win!

How to Play:

  1. Grab a Pocket Guide at Registration. Your Passport Card is located on the back cover.
  2. Complete your Passport by visiting participating exhibit booths to collect all 16 passport stamps.
  3. Clearly print your contact information, remove the Passport page from your Pocket Guide and drop your entry off at NCTM Central!

Prizes:

Day One Drawings

  • One Casio MTG-B1000XB-1A - provided by Casio America (value: $1,100)
  • Edutopia and Skywalker Ranch Swag - provide by Edutopia (value: $250)
  • Great Minds EM² Swag Bag + Amazon Gift Card - provided by Great Minds (value: $200)
  • One Add/Subtract Floor Mat - provided by Math and Movement (value: $400)
  • Class Set of up to Thirty (30) "Prodigy Math Level-up" Memberships (3-month duration) - provided by Prodigy Education (value: $895
  • TI-84 Plus CE Graphing Calculator + Matching Calculator Buddy Plushie and Pillow - provided by Texas Instruments (value: $200)

Day Two Drawings

  • Gift Cards: $200 Visa Gift Card + $50 NCTM Bookstore Gift Certificate - provided by EdGems Math (value: $250)
  • Amazon Gift Card - provided by Exemplars (value: $200)
  • Classroom Math Manipulative Kit - provided by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (value: $400)
  • One Free Seat to our A1A Professional Development - provided by Project Lead The Way (value: $500)
  • Dry Erase Combo Kit-30 Student Dry Erase Boards, Markers and Erasers - provided by The Markerboard People (value: $225)
  • Complimentary Registration to the NCTM 2025 Spring Conference or NCTM 2025 Annual Meeting & Exposition - provided by NCTM (value: up to $699)

Passport prize drawings will take place on Thursday and Friday. Winners will be selected at random and will be contacted with instructions to collect their prize! You do not need to be present to win.   

Planning Committee

Thank you to our program chair and committee for all their work in making this conference a success. 

Program Chair: Javier Garcia

Committee Members: Tutita Casa, Siddhi Desai, Christine Roberts, Corey Morrison, Deborah Peart, Paige Richards, Anna Wan, Jennifer Wolfe, Hilda Wright, Nevels Nevels, Mario Martinez, Theresa Wills

If you are interested in volunteering for the 2025 Annual Meeting & Exposition, please sign up using our Volunteer Form. Both NCTM members and non-members may volunteer for this great networking opportunity. 


Sponsors

DIAMOND

Texas Instruments

GOLD

Amplify      HMH

SILVER

Great Minds

Interested in being a sponsor? Please contact us!

Updated as of August 6, 2024

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FAQ

Cancellation/Refund Policy
  

  • Cancellation requests must be received in writing on or before August 23, 2024.  

  • NCTM will issue a full refund minus a $50 cancellation fee per person for each individual or group registration. NCTM will charge a $25 cancellation fee per person for emeritus member registration. Individuals and groups paying with a purchase order are still responsible for the cancellation fee.  

  • Optional Events (such as workshops, the MET Celebration), membership dues and donations are non-refundable.  

  • Refund requests will not be honored after August 23, 2024, even for no-shows.  

  • Substitutions are allowed but must be received via email or letter prior to September 17, 2024. Substitutes must submit a letter explaining who they are substituting (and include registration number if possible). Nonmembers substituting for members will be charged the current nonmember registration rate. In addition, no discount will be given for members substituting for nonmembers. 

  • Note that a group must contain at least 5 fully paid/non-cancelled/non-pending registrations to remain eligible for discounted pricing. If the confirmed group size drops below five, each remaining group participant will be changed to an individual and balance adjusted accordingly.  

  • Refunds will be issued between eight and ten weeks after the Annual Meeting. 

The dress for this event is business casual. Comfortable shoes are recommended. Keep in mind the hotel meeting room temperatures will fluctuate depending on the size of the room and attendance; therefore, a lightweight jacket or sweater is recommended.

Due to the size and nature of the NCTM Annual Meeting & Exposition, this event is not an appropriate setting for children under 16 years of age. Children under the age of 16 will not be permitted in the Exhibit Hall during show hours. Exceptions to this rule will be made for nursing mothers and their infants. Children 16 years and over will need to register as nonteaching guests. To register a nonteaching guest, please visit the Registration desk. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

You must wear your name badge to gain entry to all conference sessions. You can modify your badge name and pronouns by logging into the registration system using your registration ID. Pronouns are available for selection from a drop-down list. If your pronouns are unavailable for selection, please email [email protected] so that we can add them to the drop-down menu. If you have additional questions, please contact [email protected].

A certificate of attendance will be available to event attendees. It may be used to demonstrate attendance at the NCTM Annual Meeting & Exposition in Chicago.

NCTM has partnered with the University of San Diego and the Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics (ICTM) to provide additional professional development credits for your attendance at the Annual Meeting. 

University of San Diego
The University of San Diego’s Division of Professional and Continuing Education offers an additional 1.0 graduate level extension credit in semester hours. You must track and attend 12 hours of programming at the Annual Meeting and submit a form to [email protected] to receive credit. Click here for more information. 

Please note, there is a separate refund policy for the Credit Validation and does not reflect the NCTM standard refund policy. 

ICTM
If you are an active member of ICTM, you are eligible to receive Continuing Professional Development Units (CPDUs) when attending the Annual Meeting. You will be required complete a Check In/Out form each day you attend the conference and submit an evaluation to ICTM after the conference. If you are interested, please reach out to [email protected] for more information and to receive the form. 

Yes. Register a group by using the online group registration button.

Yes. NCTM offers groups of 5 or more a significant discount. Each group registration must include a primary contact and separate email addresses for each attendee. Groups paying for their conference registration with a purchase order can register online and upload the purchase order form to expedite the process.

Letters regarding speaker proposal decisions for the event were sent out in March. In this communication, speakers received information on how to register. You can also visit the Speaker Portal for more information. If you have questions or did not receive a letter, please send a note to [email protected].

Onsite registration will be available during the Annual Meeting.

Individuals paying with a purchase order can register online and upload the purchase order form to expedite the process. Purchase order can also be mailed to NCTM Conference Registration, P.O. Box 844277, Dallas, TX 75284-4277 or faxed to 1 (888) 289-9844 (toll-free) / 1 (514) 289-9844 (international).

Member discounts are applied at registration. If registering by phone, you will need to supply a member number to receive the discount. If you do not know your member number or would like to renew your membership, please log on to NCTM. You can also contact NCTM Customer Care at (800) 235-7566 or (703) 620-9840 Monday–Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM eastern time, or email [email protected].

Student members are automatically offered the student member discount when registering online. Student membership is designed for full-time students enrolled in an accredited college or university interested in mathematics education. Proof of student status, such as registration, class schedule, professor verification, etc., is required. For more information, visit NCTM membership.

Yes, McCormick Place is ADA-compliant. NCTM is committed to ensuring that our events are fully accessible to all persons. For any ADA requirements, please contact  [email protected] by August 16, 2024.

If you require an interpreter, please submit your request before August 16, 2024. After this date, NCTM cannot guarantee that requests for interpreters can be fulfilled; however, we will make every effort to accommodate requests. Please note: On-site requests for interpreters cannot be guaranteed without advance notice. Send your requests to [email protected].

First Aid will be staffed throughout the entire conference In the North Building. In addition, there is a first aid office on Level 2.5 of the Grand Concourse near the FedEx Office. EMTs are available via radio. Medical technicians will be available to assist with minor medical problems. However, if you have a medical emergency, please call 911.

Hours of operation:

Wednesday | 6:00 AM–7:00 PM                            
Thursday | 7:00 AM–5:30 PM    
Friday | 7:00 AM–8:00 PM
Saturday | 7:00 AM–7:00 PM

Wheelchairs, scooters, information booths, designated parking, TDD telephones, and other services are available for visitors with disabilities. Manual and mobilized scooters are available for a per-day fee through Scootaround Personal Transportation Solutions. To find out more about how the Scootaround locations can help you with a wheelchair or mobility scooter rental, call them directly at 1-888-441-7575, or email for more information. Please coordinate directly with the agency.

NCTM welcomes members of the media, free of charge, to attend the Annual Meeting to meet with educators and report on key findings. Please contact [email protected] and provide your name and media outlet to get started.

NCTM continuously adds to the list of FAQs. If you have a question that isn't answered in the above, please send us an email at [email protected]. A member of our conference team will follow up with your inquiry. 

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Phone Number

+1 (800) 561-6691  

Email

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