Science of Reading & Math Symposium

Las Vegas.

Science of Reading & Math Symposium | Innovative Schools Summit

The Science of Reading & Math Symposium brings together educators who are passionate about improving student outcomes in the critical areas of literacy and mathematics. This event focuses on research-backed strategies that actually work in real classrooms, helping teachers apply the latest findings in cognitive science to literacy and math instruction. Experts will explore how the brain processes reading comprehension and mathematical concepts, providing practical insights and strategies that can be implemented immediately.

THOUGHT LEADERS IN EDUCATION

FEATURED SPEAKERS

Dr. John Almarode
Bestselling Author, Expert on the Science of Learning, Professor of Education at James Madison University
Katie Kinder
Author, Education Advocate & Learning Facilitator
"Stand Tall Steve" Bollar
Educational Thought Leader, Master Motivator, Author of Ideas, Ideas, Ideas
Horacio Sanchez
Student Resilience Expert & Authority on Emotional Disorders
Dr. Tracey Severns
Education Strategist; Author of Mistakes, MisSteps & Missed Opportunities
James O'Neal
Math Consultant, Founder of Mastery for All
Jere "MsChang" Chang
NEW YORK
Elementary Gifted Education Teacher, Public Speaker, and Social Media Sensation
Gerry Brooks
SAN ANTONIO | NEW YORK | LAS VEGAS
YouTube Sensation & Real-World Educator, Author of Go See the Principal
Horacio Sanchez
NEW YORK
Student Resilience Expert & Authority on Emotional Disorders
Kim Johancen
SAN ANTONIO
Specialist in Suicide/Self-Injury & Author of Traumatized Students: School-Based Interventions

Engaging Experts. Inspiring Stories. Real Results.

Join thousands of administrators and teachers to network and learn research-based strategies and practical ideas to support students and staff. Innovative Schools Summit locations include Las Vegas, San Antonio, New York, Orlando and Nashville.

What to Expect

Network with fellow educators. Chart your learning path. Get motivated!

Hear educators share their Summit experience

TOP K-12 EDUCATION CONFERENCE

BE INSPIRED

The Science of Reading & Math Symposium is held this year as part of the Innovative Schools Summit.  The Summit is hosted by AccuTrain and offers 4 or more topic-specific conferences so you can learn from experts and colleagues throughout North America. These multi-day events provide an opportunity for administrators, teachers, counselors and other educators to learn new insights and strategies for for reaching and teaching students.

The Science of Math & Reading Symposium will be held as part of the:

  • Innovative Schools Summit Las Vegas (July 6-10, 2026)
4+ Conferences in 1 Location

Tailor your professional development experience by attending a variety of sessions from each conference

Researched-Based Practices

Discover proven practices to implement in your classroom immediately

Dynamic Speakers

Get insights and inspiration from the best in education

Networking Events

Meet fellow educators from across the nation and learn from each other

SCIENCE OF READING & MATH

INSIGHTS

How to Help Students Beyond Grade 3 who Struggle with Reading

States have put an emphasis on reading intervention, but most don’t specify how to help students beyond grade 3, according to an article in Education Week. Older students may need help...

5 Criteria for Effective Reading Interventions

Children who are struggling to learn to read often need targeted intervention, but not every intervention is a good one, says reading researcher Matt Burns in an Education Week article. At the Reading League conference...

4 Recommendations for Achieving Fluency with Basic Math Facts

There is much debate on how best to be fluent with basic math facts, according to an article in Education Week. Should students memorize these facts and drill them?

WHAT ATTENDEES SAY

SESSIONS FOR ALL EDUCATORS

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

  • Classroom
  • Teachers
  • Principals 
  • Assistant
  • Principals
  • Deans
  • Other
  • Administrators
  • Special Ed
  • Personnel
  • School Counselors
 
  • Social Workers
  • Interventionists 
  • Behaviorists
  • Psychologists
  • Community & Faith-Based Youth Workers
  • After-School Program Coordinators
 
Sponsors

OUR PARTNERS

Science of Reading & Math Symposium

REGISTRATION

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New York Summit

Please Note: Pre-Conference Sessions for the Innovative Schools Summit New York will be held on February 25th and the morning of February 26th. The main Summit will begin on February 26th at 12:00 pm ET.

Prices shown are per person. Volume discounts appear in cart. A $7 service fee will be charged per registrant.

*** New York State attendees registering through BOCES are eligible for CTLE credits. ***

New York State Attendees: REGISTER HERE.

Super Bundle

3 Pre-Conference Sessions
5 Conferences
Pre-Registration thru 1/31

$850

/ Per Person

Summit Bundle

1 Pre-Conference Session
5 Conferences
Pre-Registration thru 1/31

$750

/ Per Person

Summit Only

Access to 5 Conferences
Pre-Registration thru 1/31

$695

/ Per Person

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Many attendees choose to register with a credit card.  If you are using a Purchase Order from your school or district, please upload that when you register (email us if a quote is needed to generate the PO).  Payment terms are Net 30 from the date of the invoice.  If paying by check (without a PO), please contact our office at pd@accutrain.com or call 888-202-3697 to facilitate the process.

No. We only accept payment in US dollars.

We are AccuTrain Corp at PO Box 9708 in Virginia Beach, VA  23450.

  • School Counselors (PK-12)
  • Principals
  • Classroom Teachers
  • Special Education Personnel
  • School Administrators
  • Deans
  • Psychologists
  • Social Workers
  • School Resource Officers
  • Behaviorists
  • Therapists
  • Community and Faith-Based Youth Workers
  • After-School Program Coordinators
  • Other Professionals Working with Young People

Yes! We offer discounted hotel room rates at each of our conference host hotels. Please see individual conference webpage for more information.

Yes! By registering for an individual conference you are eligible to attend all other conferences that are a part of the Summit at that location (on a space available basis).

At this time, AccuTrain Corp. is unable to offer student discounts or scholarships for this three-day event.

Please consider the following other avenues for possible funding:

·        Your Local PTA

·        GoFundMe http://www.gofundme.com/ (This is a personalized crowdfunding site)

·        Title 1 funding in your area

Light refreshments are available each day before the morning plenary session. Lunch is on your own each day.

We issue Certificates of Completion based on Contact Hours (reflecting actual hours of attendance). Because Continuing Education requirements vary throughout North America by Profession/Jurisdiction, we always suggest that you contact your local Board or Governing Agency as to their acceptance/conversion to local standards.

    • AccuTrain is an approved provider for Continuing Education by the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC #5602).  AccuTrain is an NBCC-Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP™) and may offer NBCC-approved clock hours for events that meet NBCC requirements. AccuTrain is solely responsible for all aspects of the program.
    • Approved Texas CPE Provider

In-person attendees of the Orlando Summit are eligible to earn up to 21 contact hours. 

In-person attendees of the Las Vegas Summit are eligible to earn up to 26 contact hours. (Virtual attendees are eligible to earn up to 14 contact hours.)

In-person attendees of the San Antonio Summit are eligible to earn up to 21 contact hours. 

In-person attendees of the New York Summit are eligible to earn up to 21 contact hours. 

In-person attendees of the Nashville Summit are eligible to earn up to 26 contact hours. (Virtual attendees are eligible to earn up to 14 contact hours.)

We do not currently offer a one-day or two-day partial registration fee.

If you cannot attend the event, you may send a substitute, transfer to a different event or request a Summit Voucher — sorry no refunds.  Substitutions, transfers or Voucher requests should be made in writing. Vouchers (for paid registrations) are transferable to another colleague and are valid for three years.  They may be redeemed for any AccuTrain offering — including future Summits, AccuEd Connect eLearning or YouthLight resources.

Should you be unable to attend, please email us at pd@accutrain.com – at least one week prior to the event – and let us know whether you wish to substitute another attendee, transfer to a different event or receive a Voucher.

Should you have any concerns, call us at 1-800-251-6805. If you require special accommodations due to a disability, please fax us at 888-372-6061 or email us at pd@accutrain.com at least 1 month prior to the conference and note your request on your registration form.

 

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