Registration opens on Friday, October 17th!!
Welcome!
The Courage to Risk Conference is a collaborative conference comprised of a variety of organizations committed to the educational success of students with diverse learning needs. The mission of the CTR conference is to provide quality educational experiences to parents, students, teachers, and community members; to provide networking experiences for participants; to motivate those working with students with diverse learning needs. The CTR committee seeks to accomplish this by hosting an annual conference in Colorado for educators and families of students with diverse learning needs.
We are pleased to announce that the 37th Annual Courage to Risk Conference will be held at the beautiful Broadmoor Resort in Colorado Springs on January 23-24, 2026. Early check for the conference will be located in the Broadmoor West from 5-7 PM on January 22nd. Regular check in will begin at 7 AM on Friday the 23rd.
Continuing this year you will be required to provide tax exempt information if using a tax exempt credit card to register. The following information will be required: tax exempt number, organization as shown on credit card and name as shown on credit card. Have this information available when registering.
Reservations for lodging at the Broadmoor Resort can be made by visiting the hotel tab and clicking on the link. We have a limited number of lodging rooms available - book early, and ask to be in the Broadmoor West for easy access to the conference.
My Struggle Is My Strength: Jordan explains finding strength through struggles - and how important it is for educators/staff/parents to help students (and adults) BELIEVE in themselves.
Colorado Spotlight: Danny Combshttps://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1WocvPXdN7FtTNFL_DeCTdIlgxlPp6tMj?usp=sharing
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Do I have to download the Event Guide?
No, however there may be features you would like to use.
Why would I want to download the Event Guide?
With the mobile event app you will be able to access all the information from the registration site: including agenda, presentations (if they have been shared with us), exhibitors, maps of the conference area, etc.
How do I download the Event Guide?
Go to the app store you use with your phone or tablet and put Event Guide in the search. Download the guide or use the QR code provided.
With the mobile event app you will be able to access all the information from the registration site; including agenda, presentations (if they have been shared with the us), exhibitors, maps of the conference area, etc. We look forward to seeing you at the beautiful Broadmoor Resort!
Adams State University will offer credit for attending the conference and completing a reflection. For one credit hour students will need to complete an additional learning activity (post conference online film and online response).
Online sign-up for Adam's State University - Credit for Conferences: Courage to Risk.
The cost is $55 for one credit hour (both days) or $27.50 for 1/2 credit (one day).
Adams State will be in the Exhibit Hall Friday and Saturday for more information.
Friday January 23rd 4:30 - 6:00
Scan the QR code to view and bid on the auction items! Items for auction will be added to the site as they come in. You will be available to peruse the items at the reception starting at 4:30. Bidding will close at 5:45. Items are added as they come in.
There will be Hors d'oeuvres and cash bar.
If you are interested in purchasing Courage to Risk clothing, mugs and other treasures here is the QR code. Proceeds fund scholarships!
Here is a map to help you find the location of your luncheon.
People attending the conference may book rooms at The Courage to Risk Conference rate.
To make a reservation by phone call the Broadmoor Resort directly at (855) 634-7711. Use reservation code CRC0125.
Room rates in the West Building, where the conference is being held, are $180 for a single and $189 for a double. There is a resort fee of $32/day.
Overnight parking is $35 and Valet parking overnight is $45.
Parking in the garage is $25 for up to 10 hours, over 10 hours is $35.
We suggest carpooling to avoid extra charges or tickets for parking in the neighborhoods.
Registration/Check In will be located in front of the Rocky Mountain Ballrooms in the Broadmoor West. Early check in will be held on Thursday from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Registration/Check in will then re-open at 7:00 am on Friday.
The Sy Wallach Scholarship has been created in the spirit of collaboration and teamwork by building bridges between educational teams.
There are a limited number of Sy Wallach Scholarships available. Qualification and the application form is available when registration opens and can be accessed at https://www.couragetorisk.org/sy-scholarship.