2026 Pre-Conference

Sponsorship Opportunities

#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, 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.

We are excited to announce our call for proposals and invite you to share how your work is advancing community college educator preparation, policy initiatives, and impactful practices. Proposals can be from individuals or teams representing single or multiple institutions or organizations. We particularly encourage proposals that include varied perspectives from community college faculty, teacher candidates, P–12 school partners, policymakers, and community stakeholders.

Timeline:

Proposal submission deadline: 11:59 p.m. PST, Sunday, October 12, 2025 - CLOSED
Acceptance notifications: Friday, October 24, 2025 (or sooner)
Presenters submit intent to present: Friday, October 31, 2025
Pre-Conference Date: February 19, 2026

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!