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 2025 Kansas City Spring Conference and Exposition, February 5-7, and share in the excitement and love of math!

Event Theme

Championship Playbook: Empowering Our Students to Experience the World Through a Mathematical Lens

About The Event

Join the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics for the 2025 Spring Conference, February 5–7 in Kansas City. Formerly known as the NCTM Regional Conference & Exposition, we’ve modified the name to better reflect the nationwide appeal of this highly anticipated event.    

Guided by the program theme, Championship Playbook: Empowering Our Students to Experience the World Through a Mathematical Lens, the NCTM 2025 Spring Conference will help you develop a playbook of innovative approaches for empowering all students to experience mathematics as relevant, useful, and engaging.  

Here are just a few of the reasons you will want to attend: 

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

About the Conference Theme

This conference is designed to provide space to build, add to, and share your teaching playbook through enlightening discussions, collaborative workshops, and networking opportunities to champion equitable mathematics education that is engaging and empowering for every learner. 

Developing your Championship Playbook will help empower your students to Experience the World Through a Mathematical Lens--creating tools for equitable, engaging, and empowering mathematics education that encourages purposeful planning, effective practice, and authentic performance. 

  

When

Wednesday to Friday
February 5-7, 2025 

Where

Kansas City Convention Center
301 West 13th Street
Kansas City, MO 64105

Hotel HQ

Kansas City Marriott Downtown
200 West,12th Street
Kansas City, MO
Must book by January 14, 2025

Quick Links

 
 

Speaking at the conference?

Thank you for sharing your expertise with the mathematics community. Visit our Speaker Portal Page for more information on preparing for the conference, including registration information, technical setup, meeting updates, travel, and much more. 

SPEAKER INFORMATION

 

Schedule

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2025
All times are Central Time


7:30 AM–6:30 PM
Registration 


9:00 AM–4:30 PM 
Preconference Workshop: Catalyzing Change Through Proactive Mathematics Coaching: Empowering Leaders to Transform Teaching and Learning
Additional registration required. 


3:30–5:30 PM
NCTM Central and Exhibit Hall

5:30–7:00 PM
Opening Session  


Conference Strands

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2025
All times are Central Time


7:00 AM–4:00 PM
Registration  


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


8:00 AM–12:00 PM
Concurrent Presentations

The Spring Conference consists of 75-minute workshops, 60-minute presentations, and 30-minute bursts. 


9:00 AM–5:00 PM
NCTM Central and Exhibit Hall


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


1:00–5:00 PM
Concurrent Presentations
The Spring Conference consists of 75-minute workshops, 60-minute presentations, and 30-minute bursts. 


Conference Strands

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2025
All times are Central Time


7:15–7:45 AM
Conference Overview & Orientation  
Whether you're new to NCTM or a seasoned veteran, there is something for you at the conference! Hosted by members of the Board of Directors, this session will show you how to maximize your overall conference experience. Learn all the new and innovative features being showcased at this year’s meeting 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–2:00 PM
Registration


8:00 AM–12:00 PM
Concurrent Presentations
The Spring Conference consists of 75-minute workshops, 60-minute presentations, and 30-minute bursts. 


9:00 AM–2:00 PM
NCTM Central and Exhibit Hall


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


1:00–5:00 PM
Concurrent Presentations
The Spring Conference consists of 75-minute workshops, 60-minute presentations, and 30-minute bursts.


Conference Strands

Rates

NCTM strives to make our meetings not only the best and most comprehensive, but also the most cost-effective.

Early-Bird Registration
by December 11, 2024 
Regular Registration
by February 4, 2025
On-site Registration
February 5-7, 2025
NCTM Member Registration Fees
Membership renewal not included.
Premium NCTM Member Registration
$239 $299 $335
Essential and Intro Member Registration
$299 $359 $395
Emeritus & Life Members
$185
$205
$225
Student Members Free
Free
Free
Group Registration
Rates are per registrant, for registering groups of 5 or more. One year of Essential membership included. Some exclusions may apply.
Group Full Registration (5+) (Includes a complimentary one-year Essential membership)
$339
$390
$419
Group One-Day Registration (5+) (Includes a complimentary one-year Essential membership)
$237
$273 $293
Non-Member Individual Registration
Non-Member Full Registration (Includes a complimentary one-year Essential membership) $399 $459 $495
One Day Registration 
Date must be specified at registration.
One Day Non-Student (NCTM Member) $209 $250 $277
One Day Non-Student (Non-Member) $279 $320 $347
Add-On Activities
Preconference Workshop
Includes lunch
With Full Conference Without Full Conference  
Catalyzing Change Through Proactive Mathematics Coaching: Empowering Leaders to Transform Teaching and Learning
$150
$200

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 needs for classroom or virtual teaching. More information coming soon.

See Who is Exhibiting

Interested in exhibiting or sponsoring?
Contact [email protected]  

NCTM Central
Make your meeting experience complete with a visit to NCTM Central, located in the Exhibit Hall. Connect with fellow conference goers, learn about NCTM’s Professional Development offerings, classroom resources, grants/scholarship opportunities for teachers, pick up free swag, and much more. 

Planning Committee and Host Affiliate

Planning Committee

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

Program Chair: Marilyn Cannon

Program Committee: Cherryl Delacruz, Rebekah Baker, Tameka Stephens, Shari Reed, Ian Carle, and Jennifer Wall.

Interested in Volunteering?

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

Host Affiliate

Thank you to our Host affiliates, the Missouri Council of Teachers of Mathematics and the Kansas City Area Teachers of Mathematics for all their work in making this conference a success. 

About the Host Organizations

The Missouri Council of Teachers of Mathematics is dedicated to supporting and improving mathematics teaching and learning at all levels. With a membership of 1000, the organization has a long history of quality activities and programs. Affiliated with the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, MCTM maintains strong contacts with the national agenda and with its own affiliated groups within the state.

The Kansas City Area Teachers of Mathematics (KCATM) is an organization that promotes math education in the Kansas City area. KCATM aims to foster a love for mathematics and encourage students to explore its fascinating world!

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FAQ

If you require an interpreter, please submit your request to [email protected] before December 23, 2024. After this date, NCTM cannot guarantee 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].

Due to the size and nature of the NCTM Spring Conference, this event is not an appropriate setting for children under 16 years of age. Children under age 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.

Registration is available by mail, fax, or email. NCTM accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express, checks, money orders, and purchase orders. All payments must be submitted in U.S. dollars and drawn on U.S. bank accounts, money orders, or credit cards. Credit card payments will be subject to the appropriate exchange rate.

Individual and group registration forms which can be printed and mailed or faxed in will be available for download in the rates section of the site.

Please note that onsite registration will also be available onsite during the NCTM Spring Conference.

If you have questions, please call (800) 561-6691 or (514) 228-3172 (international), Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM– 5:00 PM ET.

If you are blind or visually impaired and require an aide or personal assistant to help you navigate the Spring Conference, NCTM will register your aide as a complimentary guest (if the aide is not a teacher). Information must be sent to [email protected] by December 23, 2024.

Yes, please visit our accessibility and inclusion page for more information.

Yes, you can register a group here.  

A certificate of attendance will be available to event attendees. You can use it to demonstrate your attendance at the Spring Conference. 

Yes. NCTM offers a significant discount for groups of five or more. 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. 

The NCTM 2025 Spring Conference in Kansas City, Missouri offers a valuable opportunity to learn about the latest topics and trends in mathematics education, improve your instructional practice, network, and much more. Use NCTM’s justification toolkit to help define and clearly communicate the benefits of attendance to administrators and supervisors so you can make your case. 

You must wear your name badge to gain entry to all conference sessions. You can modify your badge name and pronouns. To do so, use your registration ID to log in and update your badge display information to modify your name badge. 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]

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

Individuals traveling from outside of the United States to attend a NCTM event may request a Letter of Invitation to the event. The letter may be used to support an individual's request for organizational or governmental clearance to attend the event.

Individuals requesting a Letter of Invitation to an NCTM event must be fully registered - including payment in full - for the NCTM event for which they are requesting an invitation. Individuals do not have to be a member of NCTM to request a Letter of Invitation.

A Letter of Invitation issued by NCTM will:

  • Be addressed directly to the individual requesting the invitation
  • Include the name, date, and location of the NCTM event
  • Indicate the individual's responsibility for all expenses related to his/her participation in the NCTM event (including registration, travel and accommodations)
  • Be signed by an authorized NCTM Representative
  • All letters of invitation will be sent via email. If you require a printed letter, please contact [email protected]. Additional fees may apply.

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).

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

Letters regarding speaker proposal decisions for the event were sent out in September. Speakers received an invitation to register along with instructions. If you have questions or did not receive a letter, please send a note to [email protected].

Member discounts are applied at registration. If you register by phone, you need your 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 ET, or email [email protected]

Yes, the Kansas City Convention Center 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 December 23, 2024.

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. 

NCTM is committed to creating a respectful, inclusive, and professional experience for all participants. To make clear what is expected, we ask all attendees to read and agree to the following Code of Conduct and Event Safety Policy. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate attendance for anyone who violates these guidelines. If you have a complaint or concern about harassment, discrimination, bullying, or any other conduct which may violate this Code of Conduct we encourage you to promptly notify our staff at [email protected].   

  • Cancellation requests must be received in writing on or before January 3, 2025.
  • 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.
  • Workshops, MET donations and membership dues are non-refundable.
  • Refund requests will not be honored after January 3, 2025, even for no-shows.
  • Substitutions are allowed but must be received via email or letter prior to January 28, 2025. Substitutes must submit a letter explaining who they are substituting (and include registration number if possible). Non-members substituting for members will be charged the current non-member registration rate. In addition, no discount will be given for members substituting for non-members.
  • 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 conference.  

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

This event is an in-person event. There is no online component for this event.

A first aid station will be located in the convention center (location is TBD) and staffed during conference hours. Medical technicians will be available to assist with minor medical problems. However, if you have a medical emergency, please call 911.   

This is a "paper-light" event. No program book will be distributed and there will be limited onsite handouts. Materials for education sessions and programming, including a daily schedule, will be available on the NCTM website for download in advance of the event. A fully searchable program is also available online and through the event mobile app.  

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