Announcing the 2027 CCEA+ Conference
April 21 – 25, 2027 | Important Links
Where:
Visalia, CA
Venue:
Visalia Marriott at the Convention Center | View Hotel Website
Booking:
Address: 300 South Court, Visalia, CA 93291 | Phone: 844-631-0595 | CCEA+ has a room block (special booking link and instructions to be announced). If you plan to book early, ask for the “CCEA+ group block” — if the representative does not know how to assist, please ask for a reservations manager to call you back. | Cut-off date for the group rate will be March 20, 2026 (or until rooms are full).
Since the hotels around the convention center are relatively small, we have arranged five overflow hotels below, all in close proximity. For each hotel, ask for the CCEA+ group block, same instructions as above.
Overflow Hotels:
1. Fairfield Inn – 140 South Akres Street, Visalia, CA 93291 (Ph: 559-738-1700)
2. Comfort Suites – 210 East Acequia Avenue, Visalia, CA 93291 (Ph: 831-288-2124)
3. Holiday Inn Express – 5625 West Cypress Avenue, Visalia, CA 93277 (Ph: 559-627-0600)
4. Hilton Garden Inn – 8715 West Hillsdale Avenue, Visalia, CA 93291 (Ph: 559-608-6400)
5. Darling Hotel – 210 North Court Street, Visalia, CA 93291 (Ph: 559-713-2113)
About the Conference:
“Game On: Level Up for Alternative Education” (Conference theme)
We’re proud to announce the CCEA Plus 2027 State Conference in Visalia, California on the weekend of April 21st to the 25th. We’ll be honoring Model Schools and awardees from the 2026-2027 school year in person, and featuring four amazing days of workshops, seminars, student art shows, and celebrations. Join our Alt. Ed. community of educators, administrators, friends and family for this chance to network, share and learn together. Continuation, independent study and community day schools are invited to this event with new programming.
An exciting new Gala location will be announced later this fall (late 2026).
Registration:
You can begin registering for the 2027 Conference starting in September 2026. The registration link will be posted here on this page. There will be a big discount offered for attendees that register and pay online before February 1st, 2027.
Nearby Features (from the hotel description):
“Extraordinary accommodations and modern amenities provide comfort, and quality, at Visalia Marriott at the Convention Center. Our hotel boasts an ultraconvenient location adjacent to the Visalia Convention Center and near Park Plaza. Attend CCEA’s professional conference in one of our 22 meeting rooms capable of welcoming up to 4,000 attendees. Step outside our doors to encounter an abundance of adventure that awaits. Discover Visalia and the surrounding cities of Tulare, Exeter, and Fresno, as well as Sequoia National Park and Kings Canyons National Park, all within easy reach. Our welcoming guest rooms and suites feature, 55-inch smart TVs, and comfortable workspaces to make you feel right at home throughout your travels. Our hotel boasts an unbeatable location in downtown Visalia, steps from restaurants, breweries, children’s activities, and Kaweah Delta Hospital.”
Upcoming Opportunities for Next Year’s Big Event:
Register for the 2027 Conference — coming September 2026Volunteer for the Conference or Join the Team — learn more
Apply to be a Presenter — coming Fall 2026
Become a Sponsor or Exhibitor — coming September 2026
Make a Nomination for 2027 Awards — opens Nov. 1, 2026 to March 1, 2027
Apply to Become a 2027 Model School — new application coming May 2026 | Continuation, independent studies and community day schools can apply | Applications due summer 2026 (date to be announced with the application)
Recognize Exemplary Programs — opens Nov. 1, 2026 to March 1, 2027
Share Student Art in the Conference Show — coming late Fall 2026
Enter Student Design Contest — coming late Fall 2026
Enter Student Essay Contest — coming late Fall 2026
Apply to Become a Model School Reader — apply now
Leadership Academy Workshops — sign up during Summer 2025 for the Sept/Oct. 2026 events
Leadership Academy: Fall 2026 Events
Are you an administrator, director, counselor or teacher working in alternative education? CCEA Plus is proud to introduce The Leadership Academy—a transformative initiative designed to equip leaders in continuation high schools, community day schools, and other alternative education settings with the tools, knowledge, and strategies they need to succeed.
NORTHERN WORKSHOP:
Sat, Sept 26, 2026: Sacramento, CA @ Embassy Suites by Hilton Riverfront Hotel — sign up during Summer 2026
SOUTHERN WORKSHOP:
Sat, Oct 10, 2026: Anaheim, CA @ Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel — sign up during Summer 2026
Looking for the 2026 Conference?
2026 Conference: Schedule and Speakers | Main Conference page