Model School Application 2025 – 2026 (Community Day)

CDE CCEA Model School Seal (MCHS)

Apply to Become a Model School We invite all community day schools in the state to submit an application to become a “Model School” for 2025-2026, sponsored by the California Department of Education (CDE). The Model Community Day School (MCDS) Recognition Program will identify and recognize outstanding community day schools and will create a resource list of exemplary programs for school … Read More

Model School Application 2025 – 2026 (Continuation)

CDE CCEA Model School Seal (MCHS)

Apply to Become a Model School We invite all continuation high schools in the state to submit an application to become a “Model School” for 2025-2026, sponsored by the California Department of Education (CDE). The Model Continuation High School (MCHS) Recognition Program identifies and recognizes outstanding programs and creates a resource list of quality programs for school visitations. These schools provide … Read More

Conference 2025 Schedule and Speakers

Artwork by Sienna Olsen, Capistrano Union High School

Cover art excerpt by student design winner Sienna Olsen, Capistrano Union High School | View full version 2025 Conference Schedule: “Surf’s Up! Riding the Waves of Opportunity” Scroll down, for the Conference 2025 Interactive Schedule App / Check-in. Or, open the full schedule app in a new window.  The latest details will be updated here. Check in as an attendee … Read More

The Spotlight Newsletter – March | April 2025

The Spotlight Newsletter, March | April 2025

We are thrilled to invite you to the 2025 CCEA Plus Annual Conference, happening in the beautiful city of San Diego on April 24 – 27th! This is the premier event for continuation education and community day school professionals, providing an incredible opportunity to connect, learn … Read More

Conference Theme Days, Party and Tentative Schedule

Announcing the 2025 Conference Themes and Socials

Announcements for the 2025 Conference Quick links:  Themes & Dress-Up Days (all weekend) | Meet and Greet Social (Thursday) | Interactive Speaker App (April update) | Tentative Schedule (March update) | Connect on Social Media | Keynote Speaker Themes & Dress-Up Days We’ve got a theme for each day of the Conference. Check out our style guide below! Download flyer as … Read More

Leadership Academy 2025

Leadership Academy 2025

Save $50 by paying online by June 1, 2025! Leadership Academy Workshop NORTHERN WORKSHOP: Sat, Sept 6, 2025: Sacramento, CA @ Embassy Suites | Sign Up SOUTHERN WORKSHOP: Sat, Sept 20, 2025: Anaheim, CA @ Anaheim Majestic | Sign Up About the Leadership Academy Open to principals, teachers and staff in alternative education. One day workshop event following the Model … Read More

Announcing our 2025 Model Continuation High Schools

California Model School Flag - CCEA

State Superintendent Tony Thurmond Announces 2025 Model Continuation High Schools California Department of Education News Release SACRAMENTO—State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond announced today that 74 schools throughout the state were recognized as Model Continuation High Schools (MCHS) for 2025. These schools provide comprehensive services to at-risk youth through exemplary instructional strategies, flexible scheduling, and guidance and counseling services. … Read More

Announcing Our 2025 Model Community Day Schools

California Model School Flag - CCEA

State Superintendent Tony Thurmond Announces Inaugural Model Community Day Schools for 2024 California Department of Education News Release SACRAMENTO — State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond announced today that nine schools have been selected as Model Community Day Schools (MCDSs) for 2025, the second year of implementation. Community day schools are schools for students who have been expelled from … Read More

The Spotlight Newsletter – January | February 2025

The Spotlight Newsletter, January | February 2025

We hope your new year and the Spring semester are off to a great start! As we embark on another year of serving our students, we want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude for your unwavering commitment to the at-promise youth in our schools. Your dedication, resilience, and passion continue to transform lives, ensuring that every student … Read More

Annual Timeline 2025

CCEA Executive Board Decisions

Important Dates of 2025 The Board has announced important upcoming dates to plan for. Annual Timeline for 2025: Text-only version February CDE announces Model School recipients for MCHS and MCDS. March Call for presenters and nominations for students, professional and Exemplary Programs due March 15th. April Annual Conference showcasing numerous presentations, workshops, awards and recognitions – last weekend in April. … Read More