Summer Institute
Summer Institute
2026 Summer CoLA Hybrid Institute
June 17th - June 18th
Theme: Developing Collaborative Partnerships to Transform Autism Support
Join us for a dynamic, two-day hybrid learning experience designed to foster innovation and connection across Virginia. Participants engage in expert-led discussions and explore practical strategies to enhance their impact in schools and communities.
- Day 1 (In-Person): Connect with colleagues at a regional "Watch Party" near you.
- Day 2 (Online): Choose from 4 specialized breakout sessions across a variety of topics featuring interactive learning, gamified activities, and meaningful collaboration across regions
Find Your Day 1 Watch Party Location
Not sure which region you're in? Find your division's region.
| Region | Location |
|---|---|
| Region 1 | Luck Companies 515 Stone Mill Drive, Manakin-Sabot, VA 23103 |
| Regions 2 & 3 | Williamsburg Regional Library Stryker Center, Room 127 412 North Boundary Street, Williamsburg, VA 23185 |
| Region 4 | GMU Sci-Tech Campus Katherine G. Johnson Hall, Room 131 10890 George Mason Circle, Manassas, VA 20110 |
| Region 5 | JMU Memorial Hall 395 South High Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 |
| Region 6 | Roanoke Higher Ed Center Room 709 (7th Floor) 108 N Jefferson St, Roanoke, VA 24016 |
| Region 7 | SWVA Higher Ed Center Rooms 103-104 (1st Floor, far right) One Partnership Cir, Abingdon, VA 24210 |
| Region 8 | Southside Community College Workforce Development Building 109 Campus Drive, Alberta, VA 23821 |