Buckeye Afterschool and Summer Excellence Conference

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Anyone who is invested in the success of youth! This includes, but is not limited to:

• 21st CCLC Program Managers/Coordinators/Teachers/Tutors
• Afterschool Program Directors/Coordinators/Managers
• Afterschool Program Teachers/Assistant Teachers
• Camp Directors/Managers
• Camp Counselors
• Child Care Providers
• Church Youth Services Staff
• Coaches
• Community Activity Leaders
• Program Leaders/Assistants
• Program Volunteers
• Recreation Leaders
• Site Directors/Managers
• Summer Learning Teachers/Tutors
• Youth & Family Services Coordinators
• Youth Development Specialists
• Youth Leaders/Coordinators

No. The conference venue is not associated with a hotel. There are, however, a wide variety of hotels nearby. HERE is a Google map that may provide some options for you.

The conference will take place on both Thursday, February 26, 2026 and Friday, February 27, 2026 in Westerville, Ohio at the Quest Conference Center.

Conference sessions will be announced the week of November 10, 2025. 

The sessions in the conference that will qualify for Ohio Approval through OCCRRA will be submitted; however, due the nature of the content or audience, not all sessions will qualify for Ohio Approval. Please consult the AGENDA PAGE for more information about the Ohio Approval status of sessions.

The conference Request for Proposals is open until Friday, October 10, 2025. You can submit a proposal using THIS link. 

Organizations that purchase 5 or more tickets may be eligible for a discount. Contact the conference organizers for more information.

We're sorry, but there is no option to attend for just one day.

The Quest Conference Center can accommodate vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free diets. If you have additional dietary restrictions, please contact the conference organizers.

A sign language interpreter can be provided. Please contact the conference organizers for more information. 

The Quest Conference Center is an accessible venue for those with mobility issues.

We're sorry, but once paid there is no option for a refund. You can, however, transfer your ticket to another person. Please contact the conference team for more information.