Save $50 by paying online by September 4, 2026! Leadership Academy Workshops NORTHERN WORKSHOP: Sat, Sept 26, 2026: Sacramento, CA @ Embassy Suites | Sign Up SOUTHERN WORKSHOP: Sat, Oct 10, 2025: Anaheim, CA @ Anaheim Majestic | Sign Up A leadership experience for alternative education teams ready to strengthen systems and outcomes. Are you an administrator, director, counselor or … Read More
Independent Study School of Excellence Application 2026-2027
Excellence in Independent Study We invite all Public Charter Schools, Local District Programs, County Office of Education Programs to apply for this special statewide award for the 2026-2027 school year. The “California Independent Study School of Excellence Award” (ISSE) recognizes outstanding standards for independent programs in alternative education. Designated schools are honored in person at the annual Conference, and publicly … Read More
Meet & Greet Event, Sept. 25th
Free Event! School and district leaders from alternative education programs across California are invited to connect with CCEA Plus Region 4 in Northern California at the upcoming “Meet & Greet on September 25, 2026, from 6:30 – 9:00 PM. This free event is a valuable opportunity to learn more about CCEA resources, build new networks of support, collaborate with fellow … Read More
Model School Application 2025 – 2026 (Community Day)
The application due date has been extended until Friday, August 28, 2026, to accommodate the late release date of the application. Become a Model School We invite all community day schools in the state to submit an application to become a “Model School” for the 2026-2027 school year. The Model Community Day School (MCDS) Recognition Program is co-sponsored by the … Read More
Model School Application 2026 – 2027 (Continuation)
The application due date has been extended until Friday, August 28, 2026, to accommodate the late release date of the application. Become a Model School We invite all continuation high schools in the state to submit an application to become a “Model School” for the 2026-2027 school year. The Model Continuation High School (MCHS) Recognition Program is co-sponsored by the … Read More
Photos: Conference 2026
Conference Gallery Quick links to each event: Thursday: Morning Registration Thursday: Featured Schools Visit Trip Thursday: Meet and Greet Party Friday: Keynote Breakfast Friday: Breakout Sessions Friday: Drum Circle Friday: Professional Awards Dinner Saturday: Model School Awards Gala Weekend: Expo, Attendees and Exhibitor Tables Weekend: Student Art Showcase Videos from Conference seminars and events: watch videos (member login required) Click … Read More
Conference 2026 Schedule and Speakers
2026 Conference Schedule “Blazing New Trails: Innovation in Alternative Education” WELCOME ATTENDEES! Quick Links: Full Schedule — view here on the page Conference Notes for Attendees — please read Schedule App for Attendees — find instructions to download and login Notes for Speakers — find instructions to update your profile Find the Latest Updates (top of page) | Awards Dinner (Friday) … Read More
Announcing our 2026 Model Continuation High Schools
State Superintendent Tony Thurmond Announces 2026 Model Continuation High Schools California Department of Education News Release SACRAMENTO—State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond announced today that 59 schools throughout the state were recognized as Model Continuation High Schools (MCHS) for 2026. Model Continuation High Schools provide comprehensive services to at-risk youth through exemplary instructional strategies, flexible scheduling, and guidance and … Read More
Announcing Our 2026 Model Community Day Schools
State Superintendent Tony Thurmond Announces 2026 Model Community Day Schools California Department of Education News Release SACRAMENTO—State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond announced today that three schools have been selected as Model Community Day Schools (MCDSs) for 2026, the third year of implementation. Community day schools are schools for students who have been expelled from school or who have … Read More
Award nominations, Gala venue, and more for the 2026 Conference
WANTED: All-Star Educators For your students, we have our annual essay contest and a design contest to design the cover of the Conference program. We will also be showcasing student art at the Conference, and you can arrange to bring your students’ work — learn more about the student showcase here. Awards dinner: These professional awards will be presented at … Read More