The Association of Veterans Education Certifying Officials is seeking submissions for its 2026 Annual Training Conference in Austin, TX  July 11—15, 2026.    The AVECO board welcomes those wishing to provide an informational session that aligns with our mission:

 

In alignment with AVECO’s mission to support, educate, and advocate for School Certifying Officials, the 2026 conference will highlight peer-driven learning, regulatory understanding, and collaborative approaches that promote consistent and compliant delivery of VA education benefits.

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We encourage proposals that reflect real-world experience, practical application, and lessons learned in the administration of VA education programs. Sessions should be designed by SCOs, for SCOs, and focus on strengthening institutional practices while supporting veteran and military-connected student success.

 

AVECO welcomes colleague and community advocates open to presenting sessions that promote the following:

 

• SCO and military services best practices, 

• Support services for a successful boots-to-books transitions, 

• Innovative ways of using technology to support your offices military and veteran focused missions, 

• Successful office adaptation of military and veteran education services policies.  

 

Submissions should be submitted via the 2026 Conference Session Proposal Submission Form by May 15th, 2026.

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If you have questions concerning the process, please email program@aveco.org 

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