WCEPS will host a free webinar for educators called “A Functional Approach to Language for Mathematical Reasoning" on Dec. 3 at 6 p.m. This workshop will dive into a functional language approach and developing mathematical reasoning with research-based practices. Register today.

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Conference Theme: Exploring the Future of Mathematics--Unlocking the Possibilities

Location: King’s Fork Middle School, Suffolk, Virginia

Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025

Session Length: 50 minutes

Application Deadline: June 30, 2025

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