Charting the Cs Main Conference 2026: "From Worries to Wonder: Supporting Every Child’s Emotional Journey”
The Charting the Cs Conference is a statewide professional development event featuring Minnesota practitioners who implement evidence-based practices, practical strategies, and innovative instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities.
From Worries to Wonder: Supporting Every Child’s Emotional Journey! Join us for this multi-day, in-person event designed to explore and support learning for students with low-incidence disabilities. Our keynote presentations feature strategies and insights tailored to diverse learning needs.
Speakers will provide valuable insights, tools, and resources to transform instruction and support student success. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your practice and impact learners across Minnesota!
The Council for Exceptional Children’s High Leverage Practices and Minnesota’s academic standards guide the Conference Leadership Committee’s (CLC) annual conference planning process. The CLC is committed to providing an accessible conference experience. WCAG 2.0 AA is the standard for all forms of media used for the conference. Participation in the conference is a prerequisite to joining the Charting the Cs Community of Practice (CoP) each year.
Charting the Cs Main Conference 2026:
Dates and Times
April 19 - 22, 2026
- Student Family Summit:
Sunday, April 19, 2026, 8:00 am to 1:00 pm - American Sign Language (ASL) Strand:
Sunday, April 19, 2026, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm - American Sign Language (ASL) Strand:
Monday, April 20, 2026 - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm - Main Conference:
Monday, April 20, 2026 - 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm - Main Conference:
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 - 8:30 am to 4:00 pm - Main Conference:
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 - 8:30 am to 1:00 pm
Location
Madden’s on Gull Lake, 11266 Pine Beach Peninsula, Brainerd, MN 56401
Who Should Attend
- Education Specialists (Special Education Teachers)
- Classroom Educators
- Related Service Providers
- Administrators
- Alternative Delivery of Specialized Instructional Services (ADSIS) Staff
- Title I teachers
Cost
- ASL Strand: $75 plus lodging and/or meals
- Main Registration: $150 plus lodging and/or meals
Conference Registration
- Conference Fee:$150 (lodging and meals not included)
- Register here: Charting the Cs Registration Page
- Registration must be completed with a credit card.
- Registration closes on April 6, 2026
Registration Questions? Email chartingthecs@brightworksmn.org
Lodging & Meals Reservation
Reserve your stay at Maddens Resort in Brainard. Lodging includes meals.
On-line Registration Deadline: March 31, 2026
*Must call Madden’s for reservations after this deadline
Package payments are refundable, less a $25 cancellation fee if you cancel by March 5, 2026. Any cancellations made after March 5, 2026 will not receive a refund (replacements are gladly accepted). Reservations made after the deadline are nonrefundable.
Package Rates:
Each nightly rate includes lodging, dinner on the night of your stay, and breakfast and lunch the following day.
Monday to Wednesday: 2 Nights/ 6 Meals
Run of House Rooms
- $496.10 single occupancy
- $354.34 multiple occupancy, per person
Sunday to Wednesday: 3 Nights/9 Meals (Includes ASL Strand)
Run of House Rooms
- $744.15 single occupancy
- $531.54 multiple occupancy, per person
*2-night minimum for Monday arrivals, 3-night minimum for Sunday arrivals
*Roommates: Add your roommate’s name and email in the Special Request section on the webform. In this area you will also need to add any food allergies.
Exhibitor Registration:
To register, please complete the Exhibitor Registration Form.
If you’re new to a virtual conference powered by Whova, check out the Exhibitor Guide from Whova.
Lodging & Meals Registration:
- Reserve your room at the Madden’s on Gull Lake in Brainerd! Lodging includes meals.
- Participants must order and reserve through the Madden’s on Gull Lake Resort: Maddens on Gull Lake, 11266 Pine Beach Peninsula Brainerd, MN 56401
- Conference Special Rate which includes meals.
Conference Schedule
The following schedule is subject to change as we get closer to the conference, please continue checking for the finalized version.
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