
Charting the Cs Main Conference 2027
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 2027:
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
To be determined
Lodging & Meals Reservation
To be determined
Conference Registration
Check this page again in the fall for more Information about registration.
Registration Questions? Email chartingthecs@brightworksmn.org