2026 REGISTRATION RATES - Online Registration to close on Fri., Jan. 30, 2026

ASSEC Conference App
This year, we’ll be using the Aventri Conference app. About a week before the event, you’ll receive an email with instructions on how to download and access it.

Early Registration Discount
Deadline - Fri., Jan. 9, 2026
To receive the early registration discount, please register online no later than Fri., Jan. 9, 2026

Cancellation Policy
All requests for registration additions, changes, and/or cancellations must be in writing via mail or e-mail and received no later than Friday, January 16, 2026. All cancellations will incur an administrative processing fee of $50.00. No refunds or credits will be made after Friday, January 16, 2026. Refunds will be processed after the conference. No refunds will be issued for those who register but do not attend the conference.

Payment Instructions
Checks and Credit Cards will be accepted for payment. Checks must be received no later than Monday, January 26, 2026. If you are registering online after this date, please pay by credit card. If we have not received your payment by the conference date, you will be asked to pay your balance in full or run the risk of having your registration canceled.

Please make checks payable to i do Events LLC and mail them to:

2500 Winterchase Circle
Anchorage, AK 99516
Reference in the memo: ASSEC26

*Note - Purchase orders will not be accepted

Conference Accessibility/ Special Accommodations
Our goal is to ensure that everyone can fully participate in our event. Reasonable accommodations requests can be made when completing the online registration form.  Please be aware that we strive to meet your needs, but accommodating requests is subject to resource availability. To allow us sufficient time to make arrangements, kindly submit your requests at least two weeks prior to the conference.

Meal Functions and Food Service
Beverage breaks will be served for the pre-conference. A continental breakfast buffet will be served Monday and Wednesday of the full conference, along with a morning beverage service of coffee and hot tea. Attendees will be on their own for lunches. All Full Conference Attendees have one Monday Night Social ticket included with their registration. Additional Social Night tickets can be purchased online until Friday, Jan. 30, 2026. All attendees are invited to attend the Tuesday Awards Breakfast. Additional breakfast tickets can be purchased online, or on-site for guests until Monday, Feb. 2, 2026.

Credit Course Information
The conference offers two ways to receive graduate credit and/or CEUs. Credit can be earned by attending a pre-conference class, as well as by attending 15 hours of sessions at the main conference (1 credit per class and 1 credit for the 3 days of the main conference). The pre-conference classes will be graded A-F and the 15 hours of conference time will be pass / no pass. Some classes will include an additional material fee to cover the required materials for the course. This fee will be charged to you at the time of registration.

Responsibility for class instruction, content, and cancellation rests solely with ASSEC. The pre-conference registration fee is $175.00 ($250.00 after January 9th) per class and must be paid with registration. Credit class registration fees DO NOT include the cost of receiving credit from UAA. You may participate in credit classes without receiving credit.  To receive credit, a separate registration and payment will need to be completed online to UAA. Each credit is $79.00. Link to regsiter for credit will be provided at a later date.

You must select only one pre-conference credit class to be taken during a two-day session. Classes must have a minimum of 10 ppl registered. If the class does not meet the minimum, you will be asked to select another class or you will be refunded your course fee.

Click HERE for info on how to earn credit for attending the main conference.

Click HERE for main conference syllabus.

2026 Pre-Conference Courses:

• Assistive Technology in Action - Dr. Christopher Bonn

This two-day preconference workshop offers an in-depth, hands-on exploration of the many ways Assistive Technology (AT) and innovative applications can transform teaching and learning for exceptional students—and for all learners. Participants will build a strong foundation in traditional AT while also discovering emerging tools, including AI-driven supports, that increase access, independence, and engagement.

Through live demonstrations, case studies, and collaborative activities, educators, paraprofessionals, and families will experience how AT can be practically applied in literacy, communication, and daily classroom routines. The workshop also emphasizes the importance of cultural relevance and equity in Alaska’s unique educational landscape, addressing both urban and rural challenges.

By the end of the workshop, attendees will leave with a personalized toolkit of strategies and resources they can immediately implement in their classrooms and schools. More than just learning about technology, participants will experience how AT and AI can reduce teacher workload, strengthen collaboration, and create life-changing opportunities for students.

Pre-Course Technology Requirement

Prior to the start of the course, all participants must have access to at least one Artificial Intelligence (AI) platform (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, Gemini, Copilot, or Grok). A free version of any of these tools is sufficient—no paid subscription is required. Participants will use their chosen AI platform during the workshop for hands-on activities, collaborative tasks, and applied projects demonstrating how AI can support instructional design, communication, and assistive technology integration in educational settings.

Click HERE for info on credit for "Assistive Technology in Action" preconference class.

Click HERE for "Assistive Technology in Action" syllabus.

• Promoting Student Success with Functional Behavior Assessment & Behavior Intervention Planning - Dr. Carol Ann Davis and Dr. Kathleen Artman Meeker - SOLD OUT 1.12.26

This interactive two-day training introduces educators and support staff to the foundational principles of function-based supports. Participants will explore the full behavior support cycle—from identifying student needs to implementing and monitoring individualized interventions. Walk away with free, research-based tools and resources from University of Washington’s ibestt (Integrating Behavior Support and Team Technology) project that you can use to guide implementation of function-based supports.

Day 1: Foundations of Functional Assessment

- Understand the purpose and process of Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)
- Explore coaching resources and classroom tools to use while plans are under development (e.g., classroom check, practice guides)
- Learn how to operationally define behaviors of concern
- Learn how to identify antecedents, behaviors, and consequences
- Practice developing behavior hypotheses using real-world scenarios

Day 2: Designing and Implementing Behavior Intervention Plans

- Translate FBA results into effective, function-based intervention strategies
- Build Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) that teach replacement behaviors, reinforce positive actions, and respond to challenges
- Use Intervention Plans and Progress Chart tools to support implementation and data tracking
- Collaborate in teams to simulate planning and coaching conversations

Participants will leave with practical tools, access to ibestt’s free online resource library, and a clear roadmap for integrating function-based supports into their school’s behavior planning process. Access to digital Intervention Guides and video library will be provided to the attendees.  Digital copies of presentations and handouts will be provided to ASSEC Event Coordinator in advance of the preconference.

Click HERE for info on credit for "Promoting Student Success with Functional Behavior Assessment & Behavior Intervention Planning" preconference class.

Click HERE for "Promoting Student Success with Functional Behavior Assessment & Behavior Intervention Planning" syllabus.

• High-Leverage Practices in Action: A Practical Workshop for New Special Educators CANCELLED 1.22.26

This pre-conference session will introduce participants to the newly revised Survival Guide for New Special Education Teachers (3rd Edition) with a focus on simple, high-impact strategies grounded in the Special Education High-Leverage Practices (HLPs). An in-depth exploration of the six pillars of HLPs will highlight resources for collaboration, classroom management, and high-quality instruction. Attendees will leave with practical tools they can apply immediately to streamline their caseload: simple systems, structuring paraprofessional roles, prioritizing tasks, and documenting services efficiently. Through guided scenarios and templates, participants will learn about case management, progress monitoring, and intentional communication with families and general educators. The session offers an in-depth exploration of six pillar HLPs, with resources for collaboration, classroom management, and high-quality instruction. 

Note: All participants will get a copy of Survival Guide for New Special Education Teachers (3rd Edition).

Consent to Use of Photographic Images
Registration and attendance at, or participation in, the 2026 Alaska Statewide Special Education Conference constitutes an agreement by the registrant to i do Events/ASSECs' use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee's image or voice in photographs, videotapes, electronic reproductions, and audiotapes.

Parking
For attendees driving in daily, the Marriott offers a daily rate for valet parking at $15.00 per day. Overnight guests of the hotel will be charged $30.00* per day for valet parking. Guests may opt to utilize the 6th and H St. Parking garage, located near the hotel. This lot is managed by EasyPark Alaska and is not affiliated with the hotel. Please visit www.easyparkalaska.com for information on parking rates and possible discounts.

Note, hotel parking is based on availability, and rates are subject to change without notice.