Scaling Curriculum Based Professional Learning 2026 Convening
APRIL 29-30, 2026 • RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC
The Scaling CBPL 2026 Convening is a two-day gathering of curriculum publishers and professional learning providers participating in the Scaling Curriculum Based Professional Learning project.
The goal of the 2026 convening is to strengthen strategic partnerships between curriculum publishers and professional learning providers to scale high-quality, aligned math instructional materials and professional learning.
Event Details
April 29-30, 2026
Two days of fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and innovative thinking.
RTI Headquarters
3040 Cornwallis Rd.
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
Attendance limited to invited guests
This is an invitation-only event. For more information, please contact the event organizers at ScalingCurriculumBasedPL@rti.org
Schedule
All listed times are in Eastern Standard Time (EST).
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Optional Evening Social Networking Dinner
Professional Learning (PL) Providers Only
Location & Time: TBD
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Breakfast & Check-In
PL Providers OnlyWelcome & Opening Session
PL Providers OnlyWorking Sessions
PL Providers OnlyLunch
Welcome & Keynote by Jeff Livingston
Collaborative Work Session
Publisher and PL provider Working Sessions
*These sessions are designed for each partnership to have designated working time. Break out rooms will be assigned.
Concurrent Learning Sessions
For those not scheduled to meet with their publisher partner and special guests, concurrent learning sessions will be available.
Whole Group Session
Adjourn
Dinner Event
Thursday, April 30, 2026
Breakfast & Check-In
Opening Session
Publisher and PL provider Working Sessions
*These sessions are designed for each partnership to have designated working time. Break out rooms will be assigned.
Concurrent Learning Sessions
For those not scheduled to meet with their publisher and special guests, concurrent learning sessions will be available.
Working Lunch
Whole group session
Adjourn
Event Guide
We are delighted that you are joining us at the 2026 CBPL Convening. We hope the information below helps you prepare for the event. If there’s anything we haven’t covered, please reach out to us at ScalingCurriculumBasedPL@rti.org
The event will be held at the RTI Headquarters, located at 3040 Cornwallis, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709.
RTI is covering the cost of hotel accommodations, airfare, event and airport transportation, and meals on April 29 and 30th. The event coordinators will contact registered individuals directly to arrange travel. Accommodations & travel are being funded through the Scaling CPBL project.
Guests will stay at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel Raleigh-Durham. The event organizers will arrange rooms for all registered guests.
Participants will receive a rideshare voucher for round trip airport transportation. Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU) is about 15 minutes away by car. The Sheraton Imperial also offers a free shuttle service.
Yes, parking is available at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel Raleigh-Durham for a daily fee.
Professional Learning Providers are invited to attend an optional Gates Foundation sponsored dinner the evening of April 28, 2026. If you plan to join us, please arrive by 4 pm EST to allow for hotel check-in & transportation to the event.
If you are not attending the Gates sponsored dinner, please plan to depart the hotel via shuttle on April 29th at 7:45 am for check-in and breakfast at RTI. The convening will begin at 9:00 am.
Publishers and special guests are asked to arrive at RTI by 11:15 am on April 29th 2026. Transportation will be provided from the hotel and will depart at 11:00 am.
Yes. Only registered guests will be approved to enter RTI’s campus. If arriving by rideshare or individual car, please provide your name at the security gate. The event will be in the Holden Building.
Yes. You must wear your visitor badge when on RTI’s campus. During the event check in process you will receive your badge.
The Sheraton offers luggage storage through the hotel concierge. If needed, RTI will provide a secure location to hold luggage as well.
Yes. A private room for nursing mothers will be available. Please see the event organizers for access to this space.
The full agenda and speaker lineup will be available on the event schedule.
Both! A printed program with a schedule at-a-glace will be available upon check in at the registration desk. A link to the full agenda and event map will also be made available.
Yes. RTI has an in-house catering service that will provide a full breakfast and lunch during the conference. They have a superb reputation for ensuring all food allergies and preferences are cared for.
Yes. We will be taking pictures. When booking travel you will note your permissions.
Partners
