VLLA Conference 2026

Bridging Virtual Learning Across Every State
About this Event

Get ready to connect, collaborate, and be inspired at the VLLA Conference 2026 in beautiful Milwaukee, Wisconsin! This year’s theme, Bridging Virtual Learning Across Every State, celebrates the power of partnerships, innovation, and shared leadership in advancing high-quality virtual learning nationwide.

Join your VLLA colleagues on October 1–2 for engaging sessions and meaningful networking focused on the future of virtual learning. The Executive Directors will meet on September 30, followed by the Welcome Reception on Wednesday evening from 5:00–6:30 p.m. — the perfect opportunity to reconnect with colleagues, meet new peers, and start the conference experience together.

We look forward to welcoming you to Milwaukee for two days of learning, collaboration, and inspiration!

We would like to thank our sponsors, Accelerate Education, EmpowerU, and Genius Learning for their support!

Wednesday, September 30

🕑: 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Executive Director Meeting
🕑: 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Informal Conversations (optional)
🕑: 05:00 PM - 06:30 PM
Welcome Reception (Empire Ballroom)
🕑: 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Executive Director Dinner
Thursday, October 1

🕑: 07:30 AM - 08:30 AM
Registration
🕑: 07:30 AM - 08:30 AM
Continental Breakfast
🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:45 AM
Opening Session
🕑: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Morning Block of Presentations & Networking
🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Lunch
🕑: 01:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Afternoon Block of Presentations & Networking
🕑: 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Group Social Activity
Friday, October 2
Thursday, October 1
🕑: 07:30 AM - 08:45 AM
Continental Breakfast
🕑: 09:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Morning Block of Presentations & Networking
🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Lunch
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Afternoon Block of Presentations & Networking
🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Conference Closing & Prize Drawings