2026 MACTE Spring Conference
March 5th & 6th, 2026 - Columbia, MO
NEW! The conference agenda is now available, please click on the button below to open the conference agenda.
To help our session leads prepare, we invite you to share any questions, pain points, or topics you’d like to see addressed during our dedicated meeting tracks. Whether it’s a policy pivot or a best-practice brainstorm, we want to hear from you.
How to submit:
Click the link below to access the submission form.
Select the appropriate category from the multiple choice list:
The Dean’s Meeting
Certification Officer’s Meeting
Field and Clinical Director’s Meeting
Community Colleges Meeting
Assessment Director’s Meeting
Legislative Meeting
MACTE Business Meeting
Submit your question!
Note: You are welcome to submit as many questions as you’d like! To help us keep things organized for our moderators, please fill out a new form for each unique question.
MACTE Form: Submit Your Questions for the MACTE Conference
Conference Keynote Speaker: Eryca Neville, Ph.D
Principal, Frederick Douglass High School, Columbia Public Schools
A Message of HOPE-We must thrive not just survive.
During an era when major shifts in policy happen daily, it is essential that educational professionals stay grounded in purpose. This interactive discussion will empower educators with tools to embrace change and remain committed to the profession that love so dearly.
Eryca Neville is currently the Principal of Frederick Douglass High School. She is also an Educational Consultant with A Brighter Day Therapeutic Services, Houston, TX and provides business and educational consulting through Walker, Neville, and Associates LLC.
Eryca holds a BSBA Economics, BSBA Marketing, MEd Curriculum and Instruction, EdSp Educational Administration and a PhD Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Missouri.
In addition to her roles with Columbia Public Schools and as a consultant, she currently serves on the board of the following organizations: Heart of Missouri United Way, Stephens College, The Missouri Symphony, Heart of Missouri CASA, Boone County Democratic Committee, Tierlock, LLC and the Flourish Initiative. Eryca has been recognized as a NAACP Outstanding Educator, Rotary International Paul Harris Fellow, and as the 2022 recipient of the ATHENA International Leadership Award. She is also a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and The Links, Incorporated.
What’s her why? She is the mother of 3 phenomenal children, Dr. Nicole, Nia, and Charles. They are her absolute joy, and they inspire and motivate her daily.
New to the Spring MACTE conference: Blind Date with a Book Exchange
Celebrate the joy of reading and collegial connection by participating in our Blind Date with a Book exchange!
How it works:
· Bring one gently used book you’ve enjoyed and would recommend
· Wrap the book to keep it a surprise
· Optional: include a short note about why the book is meaningful to you and your contact information
What kinds of books?
Any genre is welcome—fiction, nonfiction, professional development, anything goes!
At the MACTE conference…
Drop off your wrapped book in the lobby, browse the collection, and select one to take home.
You won’t know what you’ve chosen until you unwrap it!
Discover new reads, share meaningful books, and connect with fellow MACTE colleagues.
MACTE Day on the Hill: Wednesday March 4th
Agenda:
9:00 am: Meet at High Rise Bakery for coffee and agenda overview
118 E. High Street (parking on street and in back) - this is a preliminary gathering for coffee and introductions. No worries if you cannot meet at that time
By 9:00 am: Gather in the Rotunda for any last minute directions, overview
Several meetings have already been scheduled by individuals with their district representatives. Between 10:00 and 1:00 we will go in groups of at least two to these offices and the offices of members of the House Education committee and Rules committee (will have names/office numbers for everyone on Wednesday)
1:00 pm - lunch at Arris' Pizza (117 W. High Street)
The focus of our discussions with legislators will be HB 2776: Associate Degree for teaching Elementary Education.
Conference Pricing:
We offer a range of conference options. Whether you’re attending the full conference or looking for a more tailored approach, we’ve got you covered. The intent is to ensure that you can participate in the MACTE Spring Conference in a way that best suits your needs.
Note: To attend the keynote presentation you will need to attend the keynote dinner banquet on the first evening.
Conference OptionsPrice
Full conference with banquet$250.00
Full conference no Banquet$225.00
One Day Option (Day1) with Banquet$200.00
One Day Option (Day1) no Banquet$175.00
One Day Option (Day2) + Banquet$210.00
One Day Option (Day2)$180.00
We allow a one-time transfer of a paid registration to a colleague at your organization / institution if you are unable to attend the conference.
Hotel Reservations
Location: Stony Creek Hotel, Columbia, MO
Address: 2601 S Providence Road, Columbia, MO 65203
A special MACTE room rate is available for a limited number of rooms at our host hotel. Click here to Book your group rate for Missouri Association of Colleges for Teachers Education Spring Conference.
You may also call (573) 442-6400 and select option TWO to book directly with the front desk.
When making reservations, guests should reference either:
The Group Code: MACTE0226
The Group Name: MACTE Annual Spring Conference
We look forward to seeing you in Columbia!
When making reservations, guest should reference the:
Group Name: MACTE Annual Spring Conference
Group Code: MACTE0226