Connecting Communities of Education Stakeholders Conference

Call for Proposals

The 2020 Connecting Communities of Education Stakeholders Conference (CCES) will be April 5-9, 2020 at The Koury Convention Center in Greensboro. The proposal window is now open for the 2020 Connecting Communities of Education Stakeholders Conference (CCES). This agency wide conference is an excellent opportunity to share your expertise to the field. This year's theme is Building Networks for Future Success.

The Connecting Communities of Education Stakeholders Conference features three types of sessions: Operational [45 minutes], Concurrent [1 hour 45 minutes], and Workshop [2 hours & 45 minutes]. 

Submit proposals through the 2020 CCES Call for Proposals form.  In an effort to assist you with the completion of the Call for Proposal, you may want to complete a 2020 CCES Call for Proposals - Worksheet. The proposal window will be open through December 22, 2019. Individuals selected for presentation will be notified of acceptance status by January 13, 2020.  

If you submit a proposal and it is accepted, registration fees -(conference only, excludes post-conference) for the lead presenter will be waived.  

Review of Important Dates

Nov 20 - Dec. 22: Proposal Window Open

Jan. 13: Presenters notified of acceptance status

Jan. 17: Schedule Posted Online

Hotel Accommodations

Sheraton Greensboro at Four Seasons

Located near the airport and local and interstate highways, Sheraton Greensboro at Four Seasons is a contemporary haven amid the area's most popular attractions. Unpack and unwind in stylishly appointed hotel rooms and suites with complimentary Wi-Fi, ergonomic workspace, rainfall showers and modern amenities. Shop 200 stores and specialty shops at the adjacent Four Seasons Town Centre, and explore a diversity of nearby attractions, including Hillsdale Park, Greensboro Coliseum, Koury Convention Center and Greensboro Aquatic Center. Savor delectable cuisine, espressos, martinis and specialty cocktails at our two distinctive restaurants and three lobby bars. Gather in 250,000 square feet of versatile event space, designed for flawless corporate meetings and memorable social affairs. When it's all said and done, energize in our fitness center or refresh in our connected indoor/outdoor pools. Whatever your reason for visiting, our hotel sets the stage for an unforgettable experience in Greensboro, NC.

RESERVATIONS 

A dedicated website is now available for you to book your hotel rooms online. Reservations can be made at this address: https://book.passkey.com/e/49990764 

Conference Registration

COMING SOON

Exhibitors Info.

EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION - COMING SOON...

With over 2000 attending, the CCES Conference provides a unique opportunity for you to share innovative products and ideas with educators, administrators, related service personnel, and parents from all over the state.

BOOTH INFORMATION

Each booth package includes registration for two individuals, 8’x10’ exhibit space, 8’ high back wall and 3’ high side drape, one 8’ skirted table, two folding chairs and one wastebasket. A standard booth sign 7" x 44" with company name and booth number are also included. Exhibit space is assigned on a first come, first served basis once the registration fee is processed.

Set Up / Breakdown

Daily Showings

Demonstration Showings

**locations will be distributed during registration for those who register for demos

Exhibitor Hosted Events

Events may occur after 4:45pm and need to be coordinated directly with the Sheraton/Koury Convention Center. More information to following...

_{*Exhibits must be in place by 8:00 am Monday morning; NCDPI reserves the right to release vacant booth space; No equipment is to be used that will interfere with adjacent booths; Booths are located in an open area & must be staffed during operational hours}

_{**The purpose of this conference is to provide professional development to share and learn about innovations and exciting practices to help educators inside their profession. While vendors are allowed to apply for booth space through an open, neutral, and impartial process, the Department of Public Instruction does not endorse any such vendors, products, or services. Priority will be given to exhibitors who connect the conference vision, mission, goals, and Personalized Learning Pillars.}