2026 Kentucky CTE Summer Program
The Galt House Hotel, Louisville
July 20-23, 2026
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 PlaceThe 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 Place. The 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.
All have a place at The CTE Meeting Place.
Donnalie Stratton Middle School Summer Program StipendThe 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.
RegistrationRegistration is open. Click here to register.
Hotel ReservationsThe KACTE block at the Galt House Hotel is currently sold out, and an overflow block has been set up at the Embassy Suites Downtown, located 4 blocks south of the Galt House at 501 S. 4th Street.
Please note, rooms may become available due to last-minute cancellations. Please check directly with the Galt House for the most current availability. Reservations can be made directly through the Galt House Reservations Line at (800) 843-4258, referencing your group block code. See the group link and code below.
Group Link: KY Assn for Career and Technical Education 2026 – Start your reservation
Group Code: 121325GRN
Rates do not include parking.
West Tower – Deluxe Guestrooms: $172 per night
East Tower – Executive Suites: $192 per night
