Schedule and Program
Plan your conference experience and make the most of every learning and connection opportunity.
This year’s NCGE Annual Conference schedule is packed with opportunities designed to fit busy educators’ lives while delivering maximum impact.
Over the course of this 3-day, long-weekend event, you’ll connect with geography teachers, professionals, and colleagues from across the country; attend engaging, geography education focused sessions that will expand your professional learning; and discover the newest tools, resources, and ideas to bring back to your classroom and share with peers. From hands-on workshops to thought-provoking presentations, the schedule is built to inspire, equip, and energize you for the year ahead.
(Pre-Conference)
Thursday, October 16th
The GENIP Coordinating Committee of four national geography organizations (Association of American Geographers, American Geographical Society, National Council for Geographic Education, and National Geographic Society) will meet to collaborate on issues, initiatives, projects, and activities related to advancing K-12 geography education.
LOCATION: Double Tree by Hilton -Eisenhower Conference Room
Explore the geography and culture of Omaha, Nebraska, through exciting field trips coordinated by the Geographic Educators of Nebraska, offering informative and enjoyable excursions that will take full advantage of everything Omaha and the surrounding area has to offer. Pre-registration is required. More Info
LOCATION: Double Tree by Hilton -Eisenhower Conference Room.
Dinner will be served at 6:00pm.
Friday, October 17th
Registration and check-in table is located on the Banquet Level in the Mezzanine area of the Double Tree By Hilton. NCGE staff and volunteers will be available to assist you with obtaining your conference pass/badge and answer questions.
Explore the geography and culture of Omaha, Nebraska, through exciting field trips coordinated by the Geographic Educators of Nebraska, offering informative and enjoyable excursions that will take full advantage of everything Omaha and the surrounding area has to offer. Pre-registration is required. More Info
This year’s sponsors and exhibitors will be available to share the latest in geography education tools. Tables will be located in the Mezzanine area of the Banquet Level of the Double Tree Hotel. Please stop by to learn about all of they have to offer. For a full list of the sponsors and exhibitors click Here
More than 70 professional development sessions/workshops will be led by geography researchers, and experienced educators. They will share practical ideas and resources that can be applied in the classroom. Detailed list of all workshops and sessions available Here.
We are excited to announce that AAG – Great Plains/Rocky Mountain Division is co-locating with NCGE for their 58th Annual Meeting. Their full meeting conference program can be found here
We invite you to join us for the welcome address from NCGE President, Philip Hare, and to celebrate the GEON and NCGE 2025 Award Recipients. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served. Doors open at 5:15 pm with Awards Ceremony beginning at 6:00 pm.
Location: Grand Ballroom – Lobby Level of the Double Tree
Main Floor – Palms Ballroom
Omaha, Nebraska, offers a vibrant mix of history, culture, dining, and nightlife. The Double Tree by Hilton is ideally situated in an area that is within walking distance of numerous dining and shopping venues. GEON has created this storymap to help you take full advantage of everything Omaha has to offer.
The Double Tree offers a free shuttle to assist in exploring Omaha. Full details can be obtained by visiting the hotel’s front desk.
The Double Tree Hotel offers a free shuttle to assist in exploring Omaha. Full details can be obtained by visiting the hotel’s front desk.
Saturday, October 18th
We are pleased to inform all attendees that a light breakfast will be provided for your convenience. This breakfast option will offer a selection of light and delicious morning fare to help you start your day right. Enjoy a variety of muffins & pastries, sliced seasonal fruit, and beverages to fuel up before the day’s events. We look forward to serving you a delightful kickstart your day.
Location: Grand Ballroom – Lobby Level of Double Tree Hilton.
We are excited to announce that AAG – Great Plains/Rocky Mountain Division is co-locating with NCGE for their 58th Annual Meeting. Their full meeting conference program can be found here
This year’s sponsors and exhibitors will be available to share the latest in geography education tools. Tables will be located in the Mezzanine area on the Banquet level. Please stop by to learn about all of they have to offer.
More than 70 professional development sessions/workshops will be led by geography researchers, and experienced educators. They will share practical ideas and resources that can be applied in the classroom. Click here for a detailed list of morning sessions .
Experience hands-on learning in Esri’s Bring Your Own Device Lab and Sessions. Throughout the day, you can explore MapMaker, StoryMaps, Survey123, and other interactive tools directly from Esri experts including Charlie Fitzpatrick, Tom Baker, Anita Palmer, and Joseph Kerski.
Location: Banquet Level – Missouri Room
Join us for a Keynote Lunch with Dr. Jessica DiCarlo. A leading human geographer and political ecologist, Dr. DiCarlo brings global insight on infrastructure, critical minerals, and environmental change, connecting fieldwork from the Himalayas to Southeast Asia with today’s pressing geopolitical challenges. Don’t miss her inspiring perspective on the intersections of geography, sustainability, and global development.
LOCATION: Grand Ballroom – Lobby Level of Double Tree Hilton.
Boxed Lunch will be provided at Noon
More than 70 professional development sessions/workshops will be led by geography researchers, and experienced educators. They will share practical ideas and resources that can be applied in the classroom. Click here for a complete detailed list of sessions
Join NCGE at this year’s Sponsor and Exhibitor Networking Reception and Geography Trivia hosted by iScore5. This is the perfect occasion to mingle with fellow colleagues, build new connections, and share ideas in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to network and engage with like-minded professionals in the industry. Hors d’oeuvres will be served with a cash bar.
Location: Grand Ballroom – Lobby Level of the Double Tree Hotel.
Omaha, Nebraska, offers a vibrant mix of history, culture, dining, and nightlife. The Double Tree by Hilton is ideally situated in an area that is within walking distance of numerous dining and shopping venues. GEON has created this storymap to help you take full advantage of everything Omaha has to offer.
The Double Tree offers a free shuttle to assist in exploring Omaha. Full details can be obtained by visiting the hotel’s front desk.
Sunday, October 19th
Join us for a keynote by Dr. Brian M. Griffiths, NCGE’s 2024 E. Willard & Ruby S. Miller Grant Recipient and Assistant Teaching Professor at Georgetown University, whose work in the Peruvian Amazon highlights community-driven conservation and sustainable resource management. The session will also feature a State of the Organization presentation from Executive Director Thomas Herman and the NCGE Leadership Team, outlining the vision for the year ahead.
A breakfast buffet will be provided.
Location: Grand Ballroom – Lobby Level of the Double Tree
Details Coming Soon!
