CTE Events
The Career and Technical Education unit hosts two main events throughout the year.
Career and Technical Education Summit
Date: November 12-13, 2026
This conference brings together Minnesota State colleges, K-12, workforce, business/industry, and community partners to focus on all aspects of career and technical education (CTE). The Summit serves as a platform for learning, sharing best practices, addressing critical issues in CTE, raising awareness, discussing current trends in education, and fostering professional development.
Contact: Yingfah Thao
More InformationPerkins Leaders Meetings
These two annual leadership gatherings provide statewide technical assistance and professional development. They help consortia navigate grant administration and compliance so they can strengthen the quality of their CTE programs.Fall Meeting
Date: October 1, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Location: Eagan Community Center (Pine Room)
Address: 1501 Central Pkwy, Eagan, MN 55121
Nearby Hotels
The following hotels are conveniently located near the Eagan Community Center:
Comfort Inn Eagan Minneapolis – St. Paul South
3450 Washington Dr., Eagan, MN 55122
651-280-4862
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Eagan – Minneapolis Area
3434 Washington Dr., Eagan, MN 55122
651-452-3400
Studio 6 Extended Stay Minneapolis Airport Eagan MN
3384 Norwest Ct., Eagan, MN 55121
651-212-7665
Spring Meeting
Date: February 2027
Time: TBD
Location: TBD
Perkins Monthly Webinar Series
We also host monthly webinars for Perkins Leaders every 2nd Thursday of the month.
Have a topic you would like to explore, or an idea for one we should offer? Contact Yingfah Thao, Director of Professional Development, to request or suggest it.