Summer Convening 2026

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Summer Convening 2026
 
Summer Convening Invitation
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ÐÜèÊÓÆµDivision B - Summer Convening - Detroit 2026 (Save the Date) DRAFT

 
 
ÐÜèÊÓÆµDivision B Curriculum Studies Summer Convening
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ÐÜèÊÓÆµDivision B Curriculum Studies Summer Convening

Convening Location:Ìý

Wayne State University

McGregor Memorial Conference Center

495 Gilmour Mall

Detroit, MI 48202

Date & Time:

June 16, 2026 (Tuesday), 12:00 - 5:00 pm + 5:30 - 7:30 pm Reception

June 17, 2026 (Wednesday), 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Regular Registration – until June 1, 2026

Registration includes lunch and evening reception on June 16, and breakfast and lunch on June 17. Meals may not be guaranteed for those who register after June 1.

ÐÜèÊÓÆµMembers

  • Students, PK-12 Teachers, and Independent Scholars = $150
  • College or University Faculty = $200

Non-ÐÜèÊÓÆµMembers

  • Students, PK-12 Teachers, and Independent Scholars = $250
  • College or University Faculty = $300

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Onsite Registration – after June 1, 2026Ìý

ÐÜèÊÓÆµMembers

  • Students, PK-12 Teachers, and Independent Scholars = $350
  • College or University Faculty = $350

Non-ÐÜèÊÓÆµMembers

  • Students, PK-12 Teachers, and Independent Scholars = $350
  • College or University Faculty = $350

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For any questions, please reach out to:Ìý

Division B,Ìýaeradivisionbcurriculum@gmail.comÌý

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Summer Convening Schedule
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June 16 Schedule

  • 12:00 pm: Lunch
  • 12:30 pm - 1:45 pm: Welcome & Keynote Speaker - Bill Schubert
  • 1:45 pm: Break
  • 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm: Breakout Sessions
    • Topics to be finalized soon
  • 3:30 pm: Break
  • 3:50 pm - 5:20 pm: Breakout Sessions
    • Topics to be finalized soon
  • 5:30 pm: Evening Reception

June 17 Schedule

  • 9:00 am - 9:30 am: Breakfast and Welcome
  • 9:30 am - 10:15 am: Keynote Speaker - Denise Taliaferro Baszile
  • 10:15 am: Break
  • 10:30 am: Breakout Sessions
    • Topics to be finalized soon
  • 12:00 pm: Lunch
  • 1:00 pm - 1:45: Keynote Speaker - Boni Fernandes Wozolek
  • 1:45 pm: Break
  • 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm: Breakout Sessions
    • Topics to be finalized soon
  • 3:40 pm - 4:30pm: Closing Group Reflections
 
 
Hotel Accommodations
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Hotel Name Nightly Rate Address

$134 per night

Parking $20 per night

Use Code: CSSC26 for block rate

Guests can also call hotel directly at (313) 873-3000 and provide code to book.


3071 West Grand Boulevard, Detroit, MI 48202

Distance to WSU: 1.3 Miles


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$159 (June 12- June 18) per night, after Thursday, the rate goes up to $209-250. (rates before discount).Ìý

Mention Wayne State University to receive discounted rates when booking directly with the hotel via phone at (313) 962-2323.Ìý Complementary shuttle to WSU.


1000 Brush St. Detroit 48226

Distance to WSU: 2 Miles

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Summer Convening Directions and Parking
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Wayne State University Parking Information

Convening Location: McGregor Memorial Conference Center (495 Gilmour Mall, Detroit, MI 48202)

Parking Location Name

Cost

Distance to McGregor

5501 Anthony Wayne Dr, Detroit, MI 48202

Graduated rate that maxes out at $13.00

0.2 miles

 

630 W. Ferry, Detroit, MI, 48202

(limited availability)

Graduated rate that maxes out at $13.00

0.2 miles

Payment Info: 

Both locations have to be paid by physical credit/debit card.

 

Maps of Wayne State University:

Map

Link

Campus Buildings

 

Parking

 

Accessible Entrances

 

 

Public Transit

- Free to ride

- Runs from 8:00am-Midnight

The QLINE has 12 stops from Downtown to Grand Blvd with access to museums, sports and performance venues, and many of Detroit’s favorite restaurants, retail and bars.

 

- $2 for a four hour pass, $5 for a 24 hour pass

- Bus schedule on website

The primary bus service operating within the city of Detroit, offering extensive routes.

 

 
 
Recommended Detroit Restaurants & Activities
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Local Restaurant Recommendations

 

Name & Location

Type of Activity Distance to WSU

La Palma 

113 E. Canfield

Detroit, MI 48202

313-833-5000

Mediterranean restaurant (halal) 0.8 mi (walking distance)

Mad Nice

4120 Second Ave.

Detroit, MI 48201 

313-558-8000

Italian cuisine 0.8 mi (walking distance)

Charminar Biryani House

111 W. Warren Ave.

Detroit, MI 48201

313-974-6236


Indian restaurant (halal)

0.5 mile (walking distance)

Midtown Shigari-La

4710 Cass Ave.

Detroit, MI 48201

313-974-7669


Chinese restaurant


0.6 mile (walking distance)

 

June 16th and June 17th Attractions in Detroit, Michigan

Midtown and Downtown areas, outside of Wayne State University

 

20510 Livernois

Detroit, MI 48221

313.345.6300


2030 Park Avenue 

Detroit, MI 48226

313.961.2543

  • June 17:  

Robert C. Valade Park

2670 Atwater Street

Detroit, MI 48207

  • June 17: 

461 Piquette Avenue 

Detroit, MI 48202

313.872.8759

*By appointment only


4454 Woodward Avenue

Detroit, MI 48201

313.832.6622

 

  • April 25-June 21, 2026:  (Front Gallery)
  • April 25-June 21, 2026:  (Central Gallery)
  • April 25-July 12, 2026(Woodward Gallery)

2600 Atwater Street

Detroit, MI 48207

313.393.0292

  • June 17:

315 East Warren Avenue 

Detroit, MI 48201

313.494.5800