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2026 Southeast Regional ACE Conference

Monday, October 12, 2026 at 8:00 AM (EDT) to Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 1:00 PM (EDT)

* Registration open until 10/7/26 at 12:00 PM (EDT)

The 2026 Southeast Regional ACE Conference will be held at the beautiful Hilton, Lake Buena Vista Palace, adjacent to Disney Springs, October 12-14, 2026. 

Registration, reservations, exhibitor opportunities, Call for Presenters, and more are available by clicking on the buttons above.

SEE YOU IN ORLANDO!!

 

Call for Presenters is available NOW by clicking the tab above.

 
PRESENTATION PROPOSAL DEADLINE: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2026.

Credits Price
Full Conference Registration
Full Conference Registration for ACE members includes Sunday's Intensive Training Sessions, all breaks, Tuesday's Luncheon, Wednesday's Awards Luncheon, and all after-hours activities.
$595.00
Credits Price
Full Conference Registration - Nonmember
Full Conference for ACE non-members includes Sunday's Intensive Training Sessions, all breaks, Tuesday's Luncheon, Wednesday's Awards Luncheon, and all after-hours activities. 
$645.00
Credits Price
Monday, October 12 - Intensive PD
Includes morning and afternoon breaks.  Lunch on your own.
$200.00
Monday, October 12 - Intensive PD - Nonmember
Includes morning and afternoon breaks.  Lunch on your own.
$300.00
Tuesday, October 13 - One Day Registration
Includes morning and afternoon breaks, and lunch.
$275.00
Tuesday, October 13 - One Day Reg Nonmember
Includes morning and afternoon breaks, and lunch.
$375.00
Wednesday, October 14 - One Day Registration
Includes morning and afternoon breaks, and Wednesday's Luncheon.
$285.00
Wednesday, October 14 - One Day Reg. Nonmember
Includes morning and afternoon breaks, and Wednesday's Luncheon.
$385.00
Pre-Con Sunday, October 11 - One Day Registration
Pre-Con Sunday Registration
$150.00
Pre-Con Sunday, October 11 - One Day Registration
$250.00
Credits Price
Tuesday Luncheon - Free
FREE
Wednesday's President's Reception - Free
FREE
Thursday Awards Luncheon - Free
FREE
Credits Price
Tuesday Luncheon Only (Guest)
$65.00
Wednesday Awards Luncheon Only (Guest)
$65.00
Tuesday President's Reception Only (Guest)
$25.00

CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT A PRESENTATION PROPOSAL

PROPOSAL DEADLINE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2026.

At this time your professional organization is making plans to honor those among us whose contributions to our students and programs merit special recognition. A committee has established the following awards to be presented during our 2026 Southeast Regional ACE Conference Awards Luncheon at the Hilton Disney Buena Vista Palace Wednesday, October 14, 2026:

 Adult Education Teacher of the Year

The John E. Lawrence Administrator of the Year

Volunteer of the Year

Business Supporter of the Year

Media Promotion of the Year

Instructional Support Staff of the Year

Non-Instructional Support Staff of the Year

 NOMINATION FORMS FOR ALL ACE AWARDS HERE

NOMINATION DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, AUGUST 28, 2026

Each year, at our annual conference, ACE of Florida recognizes the achievements made by our outstanding adult education students and the impact adult education has had on their lives.

ACE of Florida is proud to announce the call for nominations for outstanding adult education students who have made significant strides toward achieving their life goals through participation in the adult education system.

These individuals have demonstrated remarkable resilience and perseverance in overcoming substantial challenges. We invite you to recognize these inspiring students who exemplify the life-changing power of adult education by submitting your nominations. Your participation helps celebrate their dedication and success, motivating others to pursue their educational aspirations while dealing with their unique challenges.

Full descriptions and criteria can be found in the nomination packet available by clicking the button below.

Two students selected by the Awards Committee will be recognized at the Celebrating success Luncheon on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.

 

STUDENT SUCCESS NOMINATION FORM HERE

DEADLINE FOR STUDENT SUCCESS STORIES NOMINATIONS IS FRIDAY, AUGUST 28, 2026

2026 SOUTHEAST REGIONAL ACE CONFERENCE HOTEL RESERVATIONS HERE

 Please note there will be a one night's hold on a credit/debit card when reservations are made.  You can cancel reservations and receive a full refund up to five days prior to your first reservation date.

For More Information:

ACE of Florida Foundation Logo 912 South Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Tallahassee, FL 32301
850.222.2233