Kentucky CTE Summer Program

2026 Kentucky CTE Summer Program
The Galt House Hotel, Louisville
July 20-23, 2026

CTE Summer Program

Recognition and Inspiration at the 2026 Kentucky CTE Summer Program — Awards Program and Keynote Speaker

The Annual Career and Technical Education (CTE) Statewide Summer Program, July 20 – 23, 2026 is managed by KACTE. Updates on CTE Summer Program plans and information will be posted as they are developed and released.

The CTE Meeting Place

The CTE Meeting Place is the networking forum for the Kentucky Career and Technical Education (CTE) Summer Program, July 20-23, 2026, at the Galt House Hotel and Suites, Louisville, Kentucky. The CTE Meeting Place is the cite of registration; lunches, refreshment breaks and continental breakfasts; and exhibits. Opening Session attendees flow through The CTE Meeting PlaceThe CTE Meeting Place will be a hub of interaction among teachers, exhibitors, administrators, sponsors, partner organizations, educational institutions, business and industry, economic developers, and government officials.

2026 CTE Vendor Registration

All have a place at The CTE Meeting Place.

Call for Presentations

Presentation proposals are requested to further sustain programmatic, classroom and student achievement through professional leadership, postsecondary readiness, new technology, career pathways, best practices, enhanced life skills or successful partnerships. The 2026 Summer Program Planning Committee seeks to highlight and share proven examples of CTE’s impact on students, schools and communities, as well as innovations, technology applications and curriculum.

2026 SP Call for Presentations

Donnalie Stratton Middle School
Summer Program Stipend

The Kentucky Association for Career and Technical Education (KACTE) is offering full time middle school teachers of career and technical education attending the Annual CTE Summer Program an opportunity to receive a $500 stipend to cover full conference registration fees and additional expenses. Fifteen stipends will be awarded.

View Grant Form

Registration

Registration will open on February 1, 2026.

Hotel Reservations

Reservation information for the Galt House will be posted when available.

Rates do not include parking.

West Tower – Deluxe Guestrooms: $172 per night
East Tower – Executive Suites: $192 per night

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