CEC 2026 Convention & Expo
Organized by Council for Exceptional Children
The CEC 2026 Convention & Expo is the premier professional development event for special educators, bringing together thousands of professionals from around the world.
- Dates
- Mar 11-14, 2026
- Location
- Salt Lake City, UT
- Deadline
- Jan 31, 2026
- Attendees
- 4,300
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About this conference
The CEC 2026 Convention & Expo is the premier professional development event for special educators, bringing together thousands of professionals from around the world. Attendees can expect over 400 sessions covering a wide range of topics in special education, offering actionable strategies, research insights, and tools to support students with disabilities and/or gifts and talents. The convention provides comprehensive professional development, extensive networking opportunities with teachers, administrators, and researchers, access to an Expo Hall with over 200 exhibitors showcasing innovative resources, and engaging special events like the Opening Reception and Yes I Can Awards.
Sponsorship options
A wide array of sponsorship opportunities are available, including Premier Sponsorships (Platinum, Gold, Silver), dedicated Expo Showcase Sessions, Badge and Lanyard Sponsorships, Teacher Lounge, Sustainability Initiatives, Sticker Bar, various Food & Refreshment opportunities, Networking and Mentoring events (Division Socials, Board Receptions, Student Networking Reception), Yes I Can Awards Program, CEC Celebration, Mobile App Sponsorship, Video Interviews with CEC TV, and various Advertising Opportunities (Daily Convention E-Brief, Dedicated Sponsor E-Blast, Convention Schedule at a Glance ads, Know Before You Go emails, and website banner/box ads).
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