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2026 Pre-Conference
#NACCTEP26
NACCTEP is once again holding a Pre-Conference ahead of the AACTE Annual Meeting this coming February in New Orleans, LA.
Connecting Community College Teacher Education Research, Policy, and Practice
February 19, 2026 | New Orleans, LA
The National Association of Community College Teacher Education Programs (NACCTEP) is pleased to host its annual pre-conference event, "Community College Teacher Education Research, Policy, and Practice," on February 19, 2026 from 1:00 - 5:00 PM, the day before the AACTE Annual Meeting in New Orleans, LA. This convening highlights innovative approaches, research findings, policy developments, and promising practices that elevate community colleges as essential contributors to educator preparation.
2026 NACCTEP Pre-Conference Session Topics
Strengthening Rural & Place-Based Teacher Pathways
Helena College
How rural-serving programs are building community partnerships, fostering student connections, and adopting innovative “gift economy” approaches to support local educator pipelines.
Shifts to Build a Sustainable Education Workforce Using Personas
AASPA & University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Strategic use of educator personas to address preparation, retention, and nationwide workforce challenges.
Stronger Together: Building Applied Bachelor’s Networks
Pierce College
A statewide example of community college collaboration through the BAS-TE network model, focused on sharing, problem-solving, and scaling equitable pathways.
Pathways That Deliver: Community Colleges Leading Policy Change
Deans for Impact & Dallas College
A framework for how community colleges can advocate effectively in policy spaces and elevate their role as leaders in teacher preparation.
Local Roots, Statewide Impact: A Braided Approach to Teacher Education Reform
Oregon BASE Consortium: Chemeketa, Linn-Benton, and the Oregon Higher Education Coordinating Commission
Community-based baccalaureate pathways are designed with governance, policy alignment, and place-based workforce needs at the forefront.
Developing and Scaling K–12 Teacher Apprenticeships
Dallas College: Center for Reigniting the Educator Workforce (CREW)
Texas’ policy-supported approach to building regional apprenticeship hubs rooted in community and workforce needs.
Holding the Light: Advancing Equity and Access in Teacher Preparation
Santa Ana College
Expanding access, transfer, and bilingual educator leadership through equity-driven pathways and inclusive student supports.
Using IRIS Resources to Enhance Course and Clinical Experiences
Vanderbilt University's IRIS Center
Validated, ready-to-implement resources for classroom management, UDL, evidence-based instruction, and preparing educators on high-need topics.
Our presenters are shaping national policy, redefining collaboration, and advancing equity, this is a pre-conference you won't want to miss!
Attendees of the NACCTEP Pre-conference will also have the opportunity to attend a social hour to further network with colleagues and our speakers.
We look forward to seeing you there!
