CAPED 2026: Navigating Change: Building Resilience
October 11–13, 2026
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel
888 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
CAPED group rate: $239.00 USD per night
Last day to book: Friday, September 18, 2026
Welcome to CAPED 2026
Welcome to the 2026 CAPED Convention in beautiful Palm Springs! For new and returning attendees, we would like to introduce ourselves: Briseida Ramirez-Catalan (Mt. San Antonio College Noncredit Faculty) and Dr. Carmen Stephens (Pasadena City College Counseling Faculty). As Co-Chairs, it is our honor to welcome educators, advocates, families, and partners from across California who are united in their commitment to supporting college students with disabilities.
CAPED 2026’s convention theme is “Navigating Change: Building Resilience in Education”, which reflects the frequent changes in higher education today. This year’s gathering offers a variety of opportunities to connect, learn, and inspire one another while advancing inclusive practices and equitable outcomes for all students.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of Palm Springs, we look forward to meaningful conversations and training, with continued effort to move our student-centered community forward. Thank you for being part of this important work and for making the upcoming CAPED 2026 experience truly impactful.
Pricing and member information
Price Breakdown — Click Here!
- Early Bird Rates — Full Convention: $595 Current Members, $695 New Members
- Regular Rates — Full Convention: $695 Current Members, $795 New Members
- Single Day: $360
- Onsite Rate: $850
Current Members: Click Here for Log In Steps to Access Your Member Discount and Other Items
Thank you for being a valued CAPED member! We’re thrilled to have you as part of our community.
To access your exclusive member pricing for the convention, as well as tax documents for past conventions or donations, please log into your new member account before purchasing your tickets. Your account is linked to the email you provided at last year’s convention or on your membership form.
How to Log In:
- Click on “My Account” at the top of your screen.
- Enter your email address in the text field and select “Send Me a Login Link”.
- Follow the login steps provided in your email.
- Once logged in, return to the convention page to complete your ticket purchase.
We can’t wait for you to join us at the event. If you have any questions, please reach out.
Agenda at a Glance
Changes may occur.
Day 1 — CIG Day · October 11, 2026
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9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Professional Development Training Seminars — CIGs Half Day
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9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Professional Development Training Seminars (Half Day Option)
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12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Lunch
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1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Professional Development Training Seminars — Afternoon Session
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4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Executive Board Meeting
Executive Board Members must attend.
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7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
CAPED Networking Mixer
Day 2 — October 12, 2026
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8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Coffee w/CAPED
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8:15 AM – 9:00 AM
CAPED 101
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9:00 AM – 9:15 AM
CAPED President Welcome
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9:15 AM – 10:30 AM
Opening Keynote
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10:45 AM – 11:55 AM
Breakout Session #1
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12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Lunch
On your own, meal not included.
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1:10 PM – 2:15 PM
Breakout Session #2
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2:20 PM – 2:50 PM
Afternoon Break
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3:00 PM – 4:10 PM
Breakout Session #3
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4:25 PM – 5:25 PM
CIG Meetings
AT, APE, ASD/ID, CCV, DHH, LD, PM
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6:00 PM – TBD
President’s Dinner & Awards Night
All attendees invited. Included meal.
Day 3 — October 13, 2026
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8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Coffee w/CAPED
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8:00 AM – 8:45 AM
CIG Co-Chair Meeting
All CIG Co-Chairs must attend.
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9:00 AM – 10:10 AM
Breakout Session #4
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10:40 AM – 11:50 AM
Breakout Session #5
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12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Lunch & Networking
Lunch is complimentary with your registration. Included meal.
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1:15 PM – 2:25 PM
Breakout Session #6
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3:15 PM – 3:45 PM
NSSA Winners
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3:45 PM – 4:30 PM
CAPED Business Meeting
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4:45 PM – 6:15 PM
Closing Keynote Address
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6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Convention Debrief
All attendees welcome.
