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Sunday, July 19
 

6:00pm EDT

Institute Opening Session
Sunday July 19, 2026 6:00pm - 6:15pm EDT
Sunday July 19, 2026 6:00pm - 6:15pm EDT
Rappahannock & James Ballroom
 
Monday, July 20
 

7:45am EDT

Breakfast and FCS Updates
Monday July 20, 2026 7:45am - 8:45am EDT
Please arrive on time because a plated breakfast will be served from 7:45 a.m. to 8 a.m. Breakfast service will end at 8 a.m.

This morning's breakfast protein is provided compliments of the Virginia Egg Council. 

All Institute attendees should attend this session for updates pertaining to the  updated (June 2025)
Family and Consumer Sciences Body of Knowledge.

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Monday July 20, 2026 7:45am - 8:45am EDT
Rappahannock & James Ballroom

11:30am EDT

Luncheon with Keynote Speaker Dr. Donna Hoskins Sponsored by Virginia Pork Council and iCEV
Monday July 20, 2026 11:30am - 1:00pm EDT
Keynote Luncheon Connecting with the Next Generation Priorities Essential for Families and Teachers            

Highly effective practices are essential when working with youth as a parent or teacher.  Actionable advice will be discussed and Dr. Hoskins' research will be discussed.
Related Career Clusters:

Monday July 20, 2026 11:30am - 1:00pm EDT
Rappahannock & James Ballroom
 
Tuesday, July 21
 

7:45am EDT

Breakfast and Virginia Department of Education Update with Protein Sponsored by the Virginia Egg Council
Tuesday July 21, 2026 7:45am - 8:45am EDT
Please arrive on time because a plated breakfast will be served from 7:45 a.m. to 8 a.m.  Breakfast service will end at 8 a.m. 

Virginia Department of Education Updates will begin at 8 a.m. All Institute attendees should attend this session for regulatory updates pertaining to the 2026-2027 school year.

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Tuesday July 21, 2026 7:45am - 8:45am EDT
Rappahannock & James Ballroom

11:45am EDT

Luncheon and Keynote Leslie Robinson, M.Ed.
Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:45am - 1:15pm EDT
Let them. Let me… TEACH!” The Let Them Theory for Teachers: Finding Freedom in Letting Go
Teacher burnout and emotional exhaustion are all too common. This empowering professional development session introduces educators to Mel Robbins’ “The Let Them Theory” and explores how this mindset shift can be practically applied in the classroom. By learning to release unnecessary control, manage expectations, and prioritize what truly matters, teachers can reclaim their energy, reduce stress, and create a healthier work-life balance. Participants will walk away with strategies to transform how they respond to student behavior, parent dynamics, and workplace pressures. Discover how “letting them” can help you thrive both professionally and personally.

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Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:45am - 1:15pm EDT
Rappahannock & James Ballroom
 
Wednesday, July 22
 

7:45am EDT

Breakfast and Virginia Association for Teachers of Family and Consumer Sciences, Inc. Annual Business Meeting
Wednesday July 22, 2026 7:45am - 8:45am EDT
Please arrive on time because a plated breakfast will be served from 7:45 a.m. to 8 a.m. Breakfast service will end at 8 a.m. 

The VATFACS, Inc., Annual Business meeting will begin at 8 a.m.

The purpose of this session is to conduct the annual meeting for the Virginia Association for Teachers of Family and Consumer Sciences, Inc. (VATFACS). Materials referenced during the meeting may be viewed below.
Wednesday July 22, 2026 7:45am - 8:45am EDT
Rappahannock & James Ballroom

12:45pm EDT

VATFACS, Inc. Awards, Scholarships, and Exhibitors Luncheon Sponsored by Johnson and Wales University and Educators Rising
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
VATFACS, Inc. will recognize the award and scholarship winners during the luncheon. The 2026-2027 VATFACS, Inc. Board of Directors will be installed. 


Related Career Clusters:

Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
Rappahannock & James Ballroom
 
Thursday, July 23
 

8:00am EDT

Teacher Cadet, 12th Edition Curriculum Training Post Institute - Pre-registration required
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:00am - Friday July 24, 2026 5:00pm EDT
Teacher Cadet Curriculum Training will take place immediately following the conclusion of the 2026 VATFACS Professional Development Institute at the Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront Hotel, Virginia Beach, VA.

All teachers attending are required to attend both days of the training.
Training sessions cannot be split or shared with a partnering teacher due to CERRA's copyright. 

This training is intended for VTfT Instructors who have not been trained in the 
Teacher Cadet, 11th Edition Curriculum
 The schedule is:
Thursday, July 23, 2026 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Part I
Friday, July 24, 2026 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Part II

The cost of the training is $875.

Thursday July 23, 2026 8:00am - Friday July 24, 2026 5:00pm EDT
Rappahannock & James Ballroom
 
VATFACS INSTITUTE
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