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Region 4 Mathematics Conference

Solving for Tomorrow

Sessions for every level. Ideas that actually work. Leave with strategies that transform your classroom, not just your notes! Join us on Saturday, January 24, 2026, for a day of discovery, collaboration, and classroom-ready inspiration.
Hybrid Conference

Attend in person at the McKinney Conference Center or join virtually from anywhere. On-demand access is available through the Whova app.

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What Educators Are Saying

"I'm here because I want to connect with other peers and learn new ideas and strategies that I can implement in my classroom. At the end of the day, it's going to help my students."

—Reynaurora R., Pasadena ISD

"It's such a great event, because it has such a diverse range of topics. Even though I don't live in Houston, I always make my trek to Houston every year, this time, so I can be a part of this."

—Diane K., Silas Education

"It’s been a great day of professional learning at the #R4Math Conference! Shout out to our coaches & teachers for taking time on a Saturday!"

—Pasadena ISD Elementary Mathematics

"#R4Math Conference was 🔥! So many takeaways that I think can be summed up in one word: intentional."

—Stephanie T., Dickinson ISD

Schedule at a Glance +

  • 8:30a.m.Welcome
  • 8:40–9:25a.m.Session 1
  • 9:25–9:45a.m.Visit a Vendor, Network with a Colleague
  • 9:45–10:30a.m.Session 2
  • 10:30–10:45a.m.Visit a Vendor, Network with a Colleague
  • 10:45–11:30a.m.Session 3
  • 11:30a.m.–12:15p.m.Lunch
  • 12:15–12:45p.m.Visit a Vendor, Network with a Colleague
  • 12:45–1:30p.m.Session 4
  • 1:30–1:45p.m.Visit a Vendor, Network with a Colleague
  • 1:45–2:30p.m.Session 5
  • 2:30–2:45p.m.Visit a Vendor – last chance!
  • 2:45–3:30p.m.Session 6

Featured Sessions

The M in STEM: Engineering Design Challenges in the Math Classroom

Hands-on engineering challenges that deepen math problem-solving skills for every level.

Speak, Listen, and Flourish: Creating Mathematical Discourse in a Middle School Math Classroom

Strategies to foster engaging math discussions that build reasoning and confidence.

Math Interactive Journals: Making Thinking Visible Across the Campus

Using interactive journals to make thinking visible across the campus and across grades.

View More Sessions +

  • The Power of Pictures: Utilizing Images to Engage Students in Math
  • Finally, a Notebook Just for Math
  • Math Games as a Teaching Strategy to Engage Students and Families
  • Putting Data in the Driver’s Seat
  • Changing the Way Students View Themselves as Problem Solvers
  • Math Reimagined: You, We, I in the Math Classroom (Grades 3-5)
  • Math Reimagined: You, We, I in the Math Classroom (PK-Grade 2)
  • Desmos-Driven Science: Engaging Students Through Interactive Exploration
  • Speak, Listen, and Flourish: Creating Mathematical Discourse in a Middle School Math Classroom
  • Do You Even DESMOS?
  • Algebra Unleashed: From Student Thinking to TI-84 Exploration
  • Planning for Differentiation: Building Tasks That Are Accessible and Challenging
  • Unlocking Math Through Literacy: Scaffolds That Work
  • Revisit, Reinforce, Retain: The Spiral Review Advantage
  • Piece by Piece: Building Math Success in Small Groups
  • Do your Bluebonnet Lessons Need a Little Pizzazz?
  • Talk That Counts: Enhancing Math Discourse for Deeper Conceptual Insight K-8
  • Designing Student-Centered Classrooms- Thinking That Takes Center Stage
  • Math Routines That Spark Thinking
  • Amplifying Speaking and Writing Strategies to Enhance Learning in Algebra 1
  • The M in STEM
  • Making Math Stick: Manipulative Strategies for Middle School
  • Code. Graph. Drive: A STEM Adventure with Python & Rover
  • STAAR Review Station- Graphing Practice in Cambium

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Do you want to showcase at our event?

Region 4 welcomes you to the McKinney Conference Center to show educators your impact! You are invited to showcase in our exhibit hall and/or sponsor lunch, snacks, water/soda, and swag bags. Vendor pricing begins at $350. Please email the completed Vendor Agreement below to elizabeth.hardig@esc4.net by January 9, 2026.

$150

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Saturday, January 24 2026

Region 4 McKinney Conference Center
7200 Northwest Drive, Houston, Texas, 77092

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