Conference Schedule

All events will be held at The Paradise Point Resort

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Kids’ Chance state organizations are encouraged to send at least one, if not two, representatives to the National Conference. There is no charge for registration*. We also extend an invitation to the rest of the Kids’ Chance community, including our national partners and their teams, our conference sponsors, workers’ compensation industry members, and anyone else who supports our mission.

Unless otherwise indicated, dress code for all conference events is business casual

*Attendees who are not currently serving as state representatives or volunteers are asked to pay a registration fee of $350 to help defray the costs of participation.

*Preliminary schedule - subject to change

Monday, April 13, 2026

4:00 - 6:00 PM

KCOA National Board Meeting


5:00 - 6:30 PM

Early Bird Registration


6:30 - 8:00 PM

Outdoor Welcome Reception


Tuesday, April 14, 2026

7:30 AM

Conference Registration Opens


8:00 – 9:00 AM


8:00 – 9:00 AM


9:00 – 9:30 AM


9:30 – 10:00 AM


10:00 – 10:30 AM


10:30 – 11:30 AM


11:45 AM – 1:15 PM


1:30 - 2:30 PM

*** Program Break from 2:30 to 2:45pm***

2:45 - 3:45 PM


3:45 - 4:45 PM


4:45 - 5:00 PM

Closing and Recap

As we conclude today’s program, let’s take a moment to reflect on the key takeaways.


5:00 - 5:30 PM

Photo opportunity with KCOA National Ambassadors


5:30 PM

Explore San Diego on your own


Wednesday, April 15, 2026

7:30 AM

Conference Registration Opens


7:30 – 8:30 AM

Breakfast and Networking


8:30 – 10:00 AM

Council of State Organizations Full Delegate Meeting


10:00 - 11:00 AM


11:00 AM- 12:00 PM

General Session VII - Exploring the Future of the Post-Secondary Education Landscape


12:00 - 12:15 PM

Kids' Chance Student Spotlight


12:30 – 1:30 PM

Buffet Lunch and Networking


1:30 – 2:30 PM

*** Program Break from 2:30 to 2:45pm***

2:45 – 3:45 PM

KCOA Annual Meeting


3:45 - 4:45 PM


4:45- 6:00 PM

Program Break and Networking Opportunities


6:00 - 6:45 PM

Board Chair’s Reception - Photo opportunities with KCOA National Ambassadors


6:45 PM

KCOA Community Group Photo - Location to be determined


7:00 - 9:00 PM

Kids’ Chance of America Awards Ceremony and Banquet  

*business/cocktail attire suggested

***Conference Concludes***


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