Virginia TESOL will return to Richmond, Virginia for the 2025 VATESOL Conference!

Advocating for Excellence in Multilingual Education

Thursday & Friday, November 13-14, 2025

Richmond Marriott - 500 E Broad St. Richmond VA 23219


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The room block at the Richmond Marriott is now full. There are a number of hotels within walking distance to make for a comfortable stay in Richmond!

Planning Your Visit to Richmond

Check out our 2024 blog post on Delicious Eats Near the Richmond Marriott and Richmond Tourism's Guide to Richmond Restaurants to plan your meals!

Click here for parking costs at the Richmond Marriott and suggested parking nearby.

Schedule-At-A-Glance

Full Schedule at a Glance (with sessions)

Thursday, November 13

Friday, November 14

11:00am-12:30pm: Conference Check-In Open

12:30pm-1:45pm: Conference Kick-Off and Keynote

12:30pm-6:00pm: Exhibits Open

2:00pm-5:00pm: Breakout Sessions

5:00pm-6:00pm: Visit Vendors

6:00pm-8:00pm: Ticketed Networking Reception

8:00am: Coffee and Snacks Provided                          

9:00am: Exhibits Open

9:00am: Keynote

10:00am: Visit Vendors / Hotel Check Out 

11:00am-1:00pm: Breakout Sessions

1:00pm: Lunch on your own

2:00pm-3:00pm: Breakout Sessions

3:00pm-3:30pm: Closing Session / Raffle Prizes


Keynote Speakers

 

Concurrent Sessions will feature a variety of topics related to multilingual learner education including advocacy and leadership, instructional innovation, student supports, teacher collaboration, family and community engagement, youth empowerment, educator wellness, and policy and systems change.

 Featured Sessions will be offered by Virginia Department of Education, WIDA, and Montserrat Garibay.

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