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May 19, 2026

Registration is now open for the California Adult Education Program (CAEP) Summit 2026, taking place October 27-30 at the Santa Clara Convention Center in Santa Clara, California. 

Presented by the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office and the California Department of Education—in partnership with the CAEP Technical Assistance Providers, the Sacramento County Office of Education and North Orange Continuing Education, this annual event brings together over 500 educators, leaders, and partners to share practices and innovations that amplify the impact of adult education across the state.

Event Details 

Why Attend?

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Build Community: Connect and collaborate with over 500 adult education professionals.

Gain Insights: Engage with inspiring keynotes and targeted breakout sessions.

Drive Innovation: Discover practical strategies to improve equity, learner success, and program effectiveness.

Registration Details

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Fee: $500 per person

Deadline: Registration closes October 13, 2026.



Register Now

To explore alternative payment options, please contact conferences@foundationccc.org. Purchase order (PO) invoicing is available; however, registration is not complete until payment is received in full by the October 13th deadline. Once payment is processed, we’ll follow up to collect registration details and provide the required terms and conditions, to be completed by each individual registrant.

Note: Once registration capacity is reached, a waitlist will be implemented and those “pre-registered but not confirmed” will be considered waitlisted.

Lodging and Room Block

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Logistics Information

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The California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs and events. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be submitted to the Conferences and Events team by Tuesday, October 13, 2026. at conferences@foundationccc.org.

Call for Proposals

We invite you to submit a proposal for the California Adult Education Program (CAEP) Summit 2026.

This year’s theme, “Advancing Adult Learners: Access, Opportunity, and Success”, reflects our collective commitment to the adult education community during a transformative era. We recognize the immense dedication required to support California learners while navigating the complexities of legislation and an evolving institutional landscape. Despite these challenges, the work done to support our learners ensures that vital services, resources, and education remain within reach for those who need them most.

The CAEP Summit is where innovation meets influence. It’s where practitioners and leaders come together to surface bold ideas, elevate breakthrough practices, and drive lasting change across the adult education system.

By nominating a Model Program, you have the invaluable opportunity to highlight innovative and emerging practices within the field of adult education. Imagine your Model Program set in the spotlight, receiving accolades for its inspiring best practices. The top 20 model programs will be highlighted at the CAEP Summit 2026.

This is your opportunity to share your breakthroughs with fellow practitioners and position your successes on the CAEP website. Celebrate your milestones, fuel the spirit of innovation, and be the beacon for others charting their course in the vibrant world of adult education. Your story isn't just about recognition; it's about setting new standards and redefining excellence within the educational landscape.

Nominations have been extended through May 30, 2026.