Photos: Model Schools Gala and Awardees 2019

John J. Cairns Continuation High School - 2019 Model Continuation High School

Thank you to all of our members and guests that joined us for the 2019 Conference and Awards dinners!  We were thrilled to have our organization together in the same place, exchanging ideas and promoting continuation education.  You are what makes CCEA special, and we hope to continue to grow and support educators across California. It is with great pleasure … Read More

Conference 2019 Schedule and Speakers

CCEA Conference 2019 Schedule Release

Scroll down, click the tabs for Conference 2019 Schedule, Speakers and Check-in. Or, open the full schedule app in a new window.  Details will be updated here. You can check in as an attendee by logging into the sched.com app below.  Please note: this is a separate app from the CCEA website, managed by our organization’s Conference team.  Want to join … Read More

Announcing our 2019 Model Schools

CCEA Model Continuation High Schools

State Superintendent Tony Thurmond Announces Model Continuation High Schools for 2019 California Department of Education News Release SACRAMENTO—State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond announced today that 31 schools were newly designated as Model Continuation High Schools for 2019. These schools are recognized for their innovative approach to instruction and helping students who have faced many challenges—including behavior issues, chronic … Read More

February Newsletter 2019

Levi's Stadium

A Message from CCEA’s newly appointed Executive Director, Vic Whitaker: Greetings! My name is Vic Whitaker, and I’m CCEA’s newly appointed Executive Director.  Please allow me an opportunity to introduce myself. I retired several years ago after teaching for 35 years in the same continuation high school, Chaparral High School in San Diego, California.  I’ve been a continuous member of … Read More

2019 CCEA Student Art Show

CCEA Annual Student Statewide Art Show 2019

Submit Your Students’ Artwork Give your students the opportunity to shine — display your students artwork and highlight what you have been creating throughout the year.  We will be featuring student artwork displays at the annual CCEA Conference, hosted in Santa Clara, California, on the weekend of April 26 – 28. This year, in lieu of prizes, students will be … Read More

Lost CCEA School in Paradise

Ridgeview Damage - Facebook post by Mike Lerch

CCEA member Mike Smith sent us an update about one of our continuation schools: This is my good friend and fellow CCEA member Ridgeview Alt Ed principal Mike Lerch. His school was completely destroyed by the devastating Camp Fire in Paradise. He had recently submitted his application for a model school and now is in complete rebuild mode. Most of … Read More

Moving into the Future Together

CCEA Fall 2018 Update

Three Amazing Days of Learning and Networking Join your fellow continuation school educators for the upcoming CCEA conference “Moving into the Future Together”. This is a once a year opportunity where you can connect with other alternative educators who understand the unique nuances of working within continuation schools. Whether you are a teacher, an administrator, or classified staff member – this … Read More

CCEA Conference 2019

CCEA Conference 2019 at Santa Clara Marriott on April 26-28, 2019

“Moving into the Future Together” Update: this event has ended. We’d like to thank all of our members, presenters and vendors for being a part of the 2019 Conference. See you again in 2020! The California Continuation Education Association will host its annual state conference in Santa Clara on April 26 – 28, 2019.  Join our community of educators, administrators, … Read More

Important News: Officer Update

CCEA Executive Board Decisions

Announcement from the CCEA Board Effective June 11, 2018, Scott Braden will assume the role of CCEA President. Tony Munguia, the organization’s recently elected President, resigned his position due to unforeseen circumstances.  His dedication to CCEA over the years has been significant and meaningful, with his previous tenure as as an Officer (as State Secretary) and his establishment of the … Read More

A Message from Your Officers-Elect

State Officer Elect

Two new officers will join our CCEA State Officers this year as a result of our recent election, VP-Elect Scott Braden and Secretary-Elect Marty Martin.  President-Elect Antonio Munguia is finishing his term as Secretary, and current Treasurer Vic Whitaker (re-elected this year) will continue in his post with the executive board. Antonio Munguia –  President Elect California Continuation High School Community, … Read More