ACTE PACE Summit 2024: Full Schedule

7:55am CDT

zSpace Demonstration

Thursday September 19, 2024 7:55am - 8:10am CDT

Speaker

Michael Carbenia

Sr. Executive Director, Workforce, zSpace

Thursday September 19, 2024 7:55am - 8:10am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Demonstration

8:10am CDT

Opening General Session

Thursday September 19, 2024 8:10am - 8:55am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

Sponsored by:

Speaker

Michael Connet

Associate Deputy Executive Director - Outreach & Partnerships, Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE)

Executive responsible for furthering the goals and success of large national membership organizations by overseeing programs, professional development for non-profit and corporate community relations organizations. Diverse background including work with national, state, local, government... Read More →

Sophia Alston

Senior Manager of Postsecondary CTE, ACTE

Juan Salgado

Chancellor, City Colleges of Chicago

Chancellor Juan Salgado has focused his career on improving education and economic opportunities for residents in low-income communities. As Chancellor of City Colleges of Chicago, he oversees Chicago’s community college system, serving more than 60,000 students across seven colleges... Read More →

Kenyatta Lovett

Principal of Postsecondary Attainment, Education Strategy Group

Kenyatta Lovett serves as Principal of Postsecondary Attainment at the Education Strategy Group. Under his portfolio he leads strategies to set goals and improve attainment, noncredit-to-credit strategies, adult attainment, and credit mobility.Kenyatta Lovett served as the Managing... Read More →

Thursday September 19, 2024 8:10am - 8:55am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

General Session

9:10am CDT

Normalizing Education & Opportunity in a New Landscape for CTE in Prison

Thursday September 19, 2024 9:10am - 10:10am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

In July 2023, the 1.2 million people incarcerated in prisons across the U.S may now be eligible for Pell grants. This is a historic moment for colleges to increase the number of postsecondary education programs offered in prisons and reimagine career pathways for learners who are incarcerated by implementing CTE programs that lead to quality jobs. Research shows that people who participate in CTE in prison improved their odds of post-release employment by 12% and reduced their odds of recidivism by 16%. This workshop will highlight promising practices emerging from Jobs for the Futures’ Postsecondary Education in Prison CTE Accelerator Network, a community of practice that pairs colleges with subject matter experts to develop, adapt, and scale quality, credit-bearing CTE programs in prison. Workshop attendees will hear from one network member, the Director of Prison Education at Amarillo College, who will share how they implemented an Intermediate Diesel Mechanic Certificate Program in a state prison facility. After the workshop, participants will understand the importance of providing CTE options for people who are incarcerated; familiar challenges faced when implementing CTE programs in prison; and viable solutions and critical actions for success, including partnership and learner engagement and creative funding strategies.

Speaker

Leah Grassini Moehle

Dr. Lori Petty

Director, Center for Teaching and Learning, Amarillo College

Tara Smith

Senior Program Manager, Jobs for the Future

Thursday September 19, 2024 9:10am - 10:10am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Concurrent Session

10:30am CDT

The Evolving Role of Community Colleges in Evolving Apprenticeship Models

Thursday September 19, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

As the landscape of apprenticeship models in Maryland undergoes transformation, the role of postsecondary partners is swiftly evolving. Historically, Maryland's community colleges have had limited involvement in youth apprenticeships at the high school level. However, there is a growing recognition of the imperative for these institutions to step into this space, providing relevant, high-quality instruction to high school students. Community colleges in Maryland are not only beginning to offer related instruction to high schoolers but are also actively developing pathways for students to transition seamlessly into adult registered apprenticeships. These innovative apprenticeship programs enable students to concurrently work towards an associate degree while gaining invaluable experience through employment with an industry partner. Hosted by the Maryland State Department of Education, this session will delve into various aspects of Maryland's evolving apprenticeship landscape. Attendees can expect insights into Maryland's former youth apprenticeship model, the newly adopted apprenticeship framework, and how dual enrollment and early college initiatives can align with work-based learning. Furthermore, the presentation will provide data-driven insights into how high school students are accessing the workforce through apprenticeships and associate degrees, shedding light on the effectiveness and impact of these programs on both students and industry partners.

Speaker

Jennifer Griffin

Coordinator, Apprenticeships and Industry-Recognized Credentials, Maryland State Department of Education

Scott Nichols

Coordinator, Postsecondary Programs, Maryland State Department of Education

Kellise Williamson

Postsecondary Credit and P-TECH Coordinator, Maryland State Department of Education

Thursday September 19, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Concurrent Session

11:30am CDT

Panel I: Better Together: Building a Strong Pipeline from Adult Education to Postsecondary CTE

Thursday September 19, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

Discover how Adult Education serves as a vital link between postsecondary education, workforce development, and community colleges. Gain insights from our panel of experts who lead dynamic and innovative CTE feeder programs, driving tangible outcomes and empowering learners for success in the evolving job market.

Moderator:
Kristin Hempel, Director of Adult and Community Programs, EASTCONN, Coalition for Adult and Basic Education (COABE) Region 1 Representative
Panelists
Olivia De La Rosa, Director of Professional and Workforce Education, South Texas College
William Durden, Director for Basic Education for Adults (BEdA), Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges
Laurie Kierstead-Joseph, Acting Vice President of Pima Community College’s Adult Basic Education for College and Career Division.

Speaker

William Durden

Kristin Hempel

Laurie Kierstead-Joseph

Assistant Vice Chancellor, Pima Community College - Adult Basic Education for College & Career

Olivia De La Rosa

Thursday September 19, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Panel Discussion

12:30pm CDT

Lunch

Thursday September 19, 2024 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

Sponsored by:

Thursday September 19, 2024 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Meals

1:30pm CDT

Panel II: Scaling Career-Connected Learning for Chicago Youth: The Chicago Roadmap

Thursday September 19, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

Students at Chicago Public Schools (CPS) at all levels of qualifications struggle to navigate the daunting process of enrolling and persisting in college. In 2019, CPS and City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) created the Chicago Roadmap – an unprecedented partnership aimed at supporting students along a seamless path to and through college on the way to their chosen careers. Today, students have access to youth apprenticeships and an early college and CTE curriculum in high-demand career fields such as healthcare, manufacturing, IT and construction beginning their freshman year. Students also have the opportunity to earn up to 15 college credits and industry recognized certifications before graduating high school. CPS and CCC have transformed their relationship from a successful collaboration to full convergence. By expanding access to high-quality programs, advising and supports, they strive to dramatically and equitably increase student outcomes in postsecondary readiness, enrollment, persistence, degree attainment and employment.

Moderator:
Chandler Meyer-Brown, Director of CTE, Chicago Public Schools
Panelists:
Pedro Martinez, CEO, Chicago Public Schools
Juan Salgado, Chancellor, City Colleges of Chicago
Dr. Peggy Korellis, Vice Chancellor - High School Strategy, City College of Chicago
Bernadette Limos, Director of Chicago Roadmap,Chicago Public Schools

Speaker

Juan Salgado

Chancellor, City Colleges of Chicago

Thursday September 19, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Panel Discussion

2:45pm CDT

Coordinating Interinstitutional Collaboration: Supporting Opportunity for Career Technical Education Pathways across Degree-Granting Institutions

Thursday September 19, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

In a rapidly evolving job market, the importance of establishing robust career pathways by way of strong collaborative efforts across regions cannot be overstated. In this presentation Utah’s state regional pathways team aims to share with attendees the initiatives and successes in Utah regarding state alignment, region collaboration, and industry involvement across career pathways. Participants will gain insights into innovative strategies, intentional actions, and the transformative impact of cohesive efforts in building career pathways. Presentation topics include Regional Dynamics, Collaboration Across Sectors, Innovative Programs and Models, and Building a Statewide Network. This presentation will include interactive elements such as Q&A sessions, intentional networking, and opportunities for participants to share their own experiences and insights. Attendees will leave with an understanding of Utah's efforts in building effective career pathways and how to execute thoughtful collaborative actions, along with practical ideas to implement in their respective regions.

Speaker

Stefanie Adams

Director-Regional Pathways, Utah Valley University

Marci Chapman

Weber State University

Cathy Hart

Regional Pathways Manager, Southern Utah University

Zak Konakis

Dave Reiff

Regional Academic Pathways Coordinator, Utah Tech University

Connecting K>12, Technical Colleges, and degree granting institutions to jobs in demand. An integrated approach to mapping educational entry points for youth, adults, and career change.

Thursday September 19, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Concurrent Session

4:00pm CDT

Panel III: Exploring Connections between Equity, Teaching, and Student Success in Career and Technical Education (CTE)

Thursday September 19, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

In today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape, the integration of equity, effective teaching practices, and student success has become paramount, particularly within Career and Technical Education (CTE). This presentation delves into the vital connections between these three elements, offering actionable insights for CTE practitioners dedicated to fostering inclusive and impactful learning environments. The session will explore how equitable access to resources, culturally responsive teaching methods, and targeted support services can bridge opportunity gaps and ensure that all students, regardless of background, are equipped to succeed in their chosen careers. We will examine practical strategies for implementing equity-focused teaching practices that not only enhance student engagement but also improve academic and career outcomes. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how to create a CTE environment where teaching is aligned with students' diverse needs, leading to higher levels of student achievement and long-term career success.

Presenters:
Dr. Lorenzo Baber, Professor of Higher Education in the Department of Education, Organization, Policy and Leadership (EPOL); Director of the Office of Community College Research and Leadership (OCCRL)
Dr. Gianina Baker, Associate Director of evaluation, learning, and equitable assessment at the Office of Community College Research and Leadership (OCCRL)

Speaker

Dr. Lorenzo Baber

Dr. Gianina Baker

Associate Director, Office of Community College Research & Leadership

Dr. Gianina Baker is the associate director of evaluation, learning, and equitable assessment at the Office of Community College Research and Leadership. She supports and promotes OCCRL through her project management and assists with assessment/evaluation consulting services, public... Read More →

Thursday September 19, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Panel Discussion

5:00pm CDT

Dig Deeper Session / Day 1 Closing Remarks

Thursday September 19, 2024 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

Thursday September 19, 2024 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Panel Discussion

7:30am CDT

Breakfast

Friday September 20, 2024 7:30am - 8:00am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

Friday September 20, 2024 7:30am - 8:00am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Meals

9:00am CDT

Day 2 Overview

Friday September 20, 2024 9:00am - 9:10am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

Friday September 20, 2024 9:00am - 9:10am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

General Session

9:15am CDT

Table 01: Using ChatGPT in Adult Learning

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

This session will equip educators, trainers, and facilitators with the knowledge and skills to harness ChatGPT’s potential as a powerful ally in promoting equitable learning experiences. This transformative session will explore the intersection of technology and inclusivity, providing participants with practical strategies to promote equity and inclusivity in career and skills development.

Speaker

Cynthia Thomas

Owner/ Consultant/ Assistant Professor & Work Based Learning Coordinator, CTE Consultants / SUNY Oswego

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 02: Future Ready - Unlocking the Door to Workforce Readiness-and Beyond

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

This presentation will focus on how to develop readiness for work applying advertising and entertainment techniques to learning sciences. Learning objectives of this presentation include:
Reverse-engineering performance into coaching moments
How to participate in the Future Ready National Game Tournament
Gamification, microlearning and delivering behavior change
Transforming learning practices into measurable performance
Developing wellness and readiness for the workforce

Speaker

Robert Feeney

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 03: Breaking the Silos: Implementing Career Clusters

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

Lewis-Clark State College has worked to change from individual siloed program to create career clusters for our degree and certificate programs. This process has potential to assist students with guided pathways to degrees and careers and introduces a great deal of flexibility in our programs and options for faculty, including faculty hiring processes and requirements. Participants will learn how the college was set up (in silos) and how the process has proceeded to the career clusters. I will describe the changes, challenges, and potential benefits of this type of arrangement for students, industry, and college administration.

Speaker

Jeffrey Ober

Dean, Lewis-Clark State College

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 04: ActiveFlex Horizons: Transforming Postsecondary CTE education with Flexibility and Engagement Alchemy

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

Dive into the future of teaching and learning in postsecondary CTE teacher preparation with 'ActiveFlex Horizons.' This transformative session explores the integration of ActiveFlex, a flexible course format, in a postsecondary CTE teacher prep program. Participants will journey through statistical insights, the development process of ActiveFlex courses, and the profound impact on student engagement. Discover how ActiveFlex transcends traditional boundaries, making postsecondary education more accessible and immersive. As the horizon of education expands, we will delve into the symbiosis of technology, online learning, and flexible delivery methods, ensuring an enriched learning experience for students. The presentation is not just about technology; it is about revitalizing teaching methods and faculty support. Learn strategies for sustaining support for teachers and communities, with a special emphasis on faculty recruitment and retention in the ever-evolving landscape of postsecondary CTE. Join us on this horizon-expanding journey where ActiveFlex not only redefines teaching and learning but also addresses critical challenges in faculty recruitment and retention. Participants will leave empowered with practical insights, tools, and strategies to shape the future of postsecondary CTE education with flexibility and engagement alchemy.

Speaker

Katherine Kandalec Holm

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 05: An Internal Impact Initiative: The Mock Interview Team

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

Postsecondary Career Services, especially at the community college, faces challenges of understaffing, limited resources, and overall lack of recognition. The mock interview team - an innovative yet simple concept, expanded capacity to offer this critical service at a rural, nonresidential community college while providing an avenue for non-student facing staff members to meaningfully engage with students. Discover how a small career services team, juggling duties in multiple areas of the college, successfully launched a trained mock interview team initiative and created a collaborative internal effort to expand this service.

Speaker

Gena Gesing

Independent Consultant/Contractor, Spirited Strategies

Building a local workforce through business and education partnerships. Postsecondary & K-12; career development; work-based learning; CTE; grant implementation2023 ACTE Region III Counseling and Career Development Award Winner/National Finalist

Start a Mock Interview Team docx

Mock Interview Questions docx

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 06: Addressing the Teacher Shortage in Technology and Engineering Education

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

The Teach TEE Campaign, launched in October 2023, was designed to address the shortage of Technology and Engineering Education teachers. As featured in ACTE's Techniques Magazine in May 2024, this campaign is the culmination of numerous institutions coming together for the greater good. This session will share in depth details regarding the process to build and launch the Teach TEE Campaign in Illinois, as well as the data we now have as a result of the campaign. Details of how to build teacher pipelines and involve additional agencies to produce high quality educators will be discussed.

Speaker

April Zawlocki

College of DuPage

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 07: Flipping the Skills Script: Technical Vs. Human Skills for Career Development

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

The aim of technical educators is to prepare students for their future careers. However, the skills gap that exists in the technical field might not only be limited to the ability to weld and handle tools but is also present in the gap of human skills for program graduates. With the support of new data and the industry, it is possible that higher education has been tackling the issue of the skills gap backward and needs repair.

Speaker

Zak Konakis

Kari Lamoreaux

Professor, Utah State University

With over 20 years in technical education as a post-secondary business teacher, administrator, and curriculum developer, Kari Lamoreaux bridges classroom theory with real-world application. Her research emphasizes empowering students to blend technical skills with essential human... Read More →

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 08: Revolutionizing CTE: Innovative Pedagogies and Technologies for Postsecondary Education

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

Join us for a transformative workshop, where we will explore research-based pedagogical strategies that are reshaping Career and Technical Education (CTE). Discover how artificial intelligence (AI) can personalize learning and assessment, leading to improved outcomes as noted in the Journal of Educational Technology & Society. Learn how virtual reality (VR) tools can create immersive learning environments, that enhance technical skills acquisition, increase student engage and improve learning and achievement. Engage in conversations related to bridging the gap between education and the labor market as highlighted by the Association for Career and Technical Education. This workshop will not only inspire educators to integrate innovative tools but also equip them with the knowledge to maintain robust faculty support systems, addressing crucial aspects of faculty recruitment and retention. Prepare to transform your teaching approach and amplify your students' employability skills for the future of the workforce.

Speaker

Eileen Friou

Trent Mohrbutter

Marci Price

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 09: Supporting Internationally-Trained Healthcare Professionals in Relicensing: Focus Nursing

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

Community colleges and adult education providers across the country are experiencing a significant shift in student populations, and a greater focus on transitions to short-term workforce credentials are being prioritized. We are seeing an expanded focus on apprenticeships, calls for specialized services for Internationally Trained Professionals (ITP) and the need for support for refugee hiring initiatives. Organizations are stepping up to meet these needs and we would like to shine a spotlight on high-quality programs that are inclusive of multilingual learners. Colorado Welcome Back by Spring Institute helps internationally trained healthcare professionals re-establish healthcare careers in Colorado and connects employers with multilingual, internationally trained professionals throughout the state. Spring Institute Career Coaches utilize human-centered coaching methods to develop short- and long-term goals to guide participants. Coaches provide expert support in navigating licensure requirements and gaining appropriate U.S. experience in order to ensure newcomers become credentialed or re-licensed in Colorado. In this session, you will learn more about Internationally Trained Healthcare Professionals and how to support their unique needs, explore how specialized educational technology can assist this population with achieving their career goals, develop strategies for how Postsecondary CTE and employers can also be important components of the solution.

Speaker

Vanessa Traviesco

Tadd Wamester

Director, Partnership Development, EnGen

Tadd Wamester builds bridges to careers for New Americans through English-to-career pathway upskilling and incumbent worker training programs. He has 15 years of experience in immigrant and refugee focused workforce development & educational programs, including nearly a decade at... Read More →

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 10: Strengthening Occupational Advisory Committees: Fostering Industry Collaboration and Workforce Readiness

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

Occupational advisory committees (OACs) play a crucial role in bridging the gap between educational institutions and industry. This session highlights the importance of developing and strengthening OACs to foster industry collaboration, build relationships with post-secondary institutions, and enhance the employability of program completers.

Speaker

Alisha Ferrington

Dr. Christina H.

Perkins Region 6 CTE Director, Central LA Technical Community College

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 11: Governance, Grants, and Goals, Oh My!

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

It is imperative to not only manage grant funds and committee work effectively, but there is an art to communication and proactive planning that we all must learn to deploy. As the previous Vice President for Strategic Development and Planning for 4 years at Norco College, Dr. Fleming oversaw marketing, strategic planning, governance, workforce development, grants, strategic partnership, and resource development. This session will provide some context for a round table discussion for you to share with, and learn from, other attendees. We will highlight some best practices in managing grants, communicating our successes, and achieving sustainability. But we will not sugarcoat the truth. We will also share missteps and failures so we can truly learn from one another. If you are new to managing grants, expanding CTE programs, looking to refine your governance processes, or aspire to a higher administrative position, then this breakout session is for you.

Speaker

Kevin Fleming

CEO, CatapultMasterclass.com

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 12: Empowering Futures: Bridging Postsecondary CTE with Community Stakeholders for Student Success

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

The success of postsecondary Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs is not solely determined by academic rigor; it also relies on strong partnerships with community stakeholders. This session explores the pivotal role that external collaborations play in elevating student success within postsecondary CTE programs and beyond. Participants will obtain practical strategies for initiating, cultivating, and sustaining partnerships with community stakeholders.

Speaker

Dr. Dana Carmouche

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 13: Connecting with Cooperative Extension: Partnering for Postsecondary CTE Student Success

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

In this session, participants will learn about the various ways that the Murray State Family and Consumer Sciences program has partnered with Cooperative Extension in west Kentucky to provide a network of support for future and current CTE students in Family and Consumer Sciences. From high school to the college classroom to internships and teaching opportunities--connecting with the local Extension service to support students in family and consumer sciences, agriculture, and other career and technical education programs can provide fantastic resources and opportunities for postsecondary CTE programs, students, and educators. At the end of the session, participants will have opportunities to share about their own experiences partnering with Cooperative Extension and brainstorm new ideas for innovative collaborations.

Speaker

Kelsey Chadwick

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 14: Work-Based Learning for Childcare Careers: Creating a Simulated On-Site Childcare Center

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

The future of childcare simulation is now! The Child Care Experience™ is a simulated infant daycare experience onsite. This interactive program is a complete childcare teaching solution involving simulation, software, occupational tools of the trade and curriculum. The resulting experience is hands-on and fully immersive, giving students true-to-life, in-class experience caring for multiple infants simultaneously. Students clock in and care for multiple infants of varying ages simultaneously. Students will document the care given to each infant in the parent app. Random health and parent communication events occur during their shift. Join us to learn more about this unique program! Attendees will: 1) See how our Child Care Experience enables students to experience a “day in the life” of a child care worker 2) Learn how to use our Child Care Experience to create a “pop-up daycare” in your own classroom and 3) Discover how this innovative child care simulation program uses curricula, technology and real child care tools to offer hands-on experience in an in-demand pathway.

Speaker

Denise DuBois

Senior Product Manager, Realityworks, Inc.

Denise DuBois is a Senior Family and Consumer Sciences Product Manager from Realityworks with over 15 years of experience in that role. She received her BA from St Olaf College and master’s degree in educational administration from William Howard Taft University. Denise has over... Read More →

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 15: Advancing Career and Technical Education: Leveraging Registered Apprenticeships and Community Partnerships for Student Success

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

Join us for a dynamic session exploring how the Supply Chain Automation Workforce Hub, an intermediary to the U.S. Department of Labor, collaborates with employers and educational institutions to enhance the talent pipeline for the supply chain and advanced manufacturing industry. This session will highlight the importance of building and growing partnerships outside of academia to bolster student success within academia. This session will delve into several key themes, including how the Hub unites key stakeholders to develop customized training solutions through Registered Apprenticeship (RA) programs, thereby fostering a skilled workforce in supply chain automation. Attendees will understand the crucial role of community partner support, such as social service agencies, employers, public and private foundations, and nonprofit organizations, in influencing student success within postsecondary education. The session will also highlight our commitment to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by empowering minority populations and Veterans through RA programs, which support employers in diversifying their workforce and improving productivity, recruitment, retention, and worker morale. Additionally, participants will discover successful and innovative partnerships within postsecondary CTE and explore potential areas for future collaboration to bolster academic success.

Speaker

Dina Igoe

Melissa Zervos

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 16: Increasing CTE Engagement and Outcomes Thru Innovative, Immersive Student Experiences

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

Experiential learning is regarded as one of the best methods for teaching skills, be it learning a language or riding a bicycle. Our roundtable session will discuss how Venderly has helped it's partners sizably increase fundraising while equitably increasing student engagement and job skill readiness. Participants will be guided through in an interactive session that highlights how Venderly is revolutionizing school fundraising - and students’ role in it - using modern, online tools and technologies...
Be ready to join in on the table conversation to offer insights & share strategies as everyone will be encouraged to share. We also recommend that you bring a laptop or tablet-sized device in order to check out some of our innovative tools as we walk you through some fun, digital learning-based activities!

Speaker

Ryan Venderlic

Innovative Learning & Earning Platform, CEO, Venderly

Venderly's Learning & Earning Platform provides the perfect platform for both instructors and students... to learn, to apply & to prosper in today's digital economy! When you team up with Venderly, you re-engage your students as we bring you powerful learning tools & technology your... Read More →

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 17: Boosting Postsecondary Students' Employability Skills and Self-Efficacy

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

Employability skills refer to general skills that are necessary for success in the labor market at all employment levels and in all sectors (Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education, U.S. Department of Education, 2013). Sustainable employability skills refer to those skills that are not only to secure a first job but also to remain employable throughout life (Knight & Yorke, 2004). These skills typically include competencies in the interpersonal, intrapersonal, and cognitive domains (Warner et al., 2020). Research shows these skills positively influences organizational outcomes in terms of teamwork commitment, performance appraisal, organizational commitment, and citizenship. It also helps reduce chances of emotional disorders, role conflicts, and unsaved tasks in the workplace (Abraham, 2005). Yet a comprehensive curriculum on employability skills training is lacking in postsecondary institutions. This presentation provides an overview of employability skills and introduces fun and effective activities, strategies, and tools for postsecondary educators to integrate employability skills training in daily curriculum. This presentation will also explain how to leverage industry partnership to boost students’ employability skills and self-efficacy to obtain and sustain employment. Participants of the session can immediately apply useful resources into their teaching and practice.

Speaker

Xue Xing

University of Nevada Las Vegas

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 18: Enhancing Post-Secondary Career and Technical Education (CTE) Student Success through Registered Apprenticeship Ecosystems

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

Registered Apprenticeship ecosystems play a supportive role for CTE students to acquire knowledge combined with paid on-the-job learning, supported by a variety of community partners who provide resources that result in a comprehensive approach that provides a pathway into a career. Through Registered Apprenticeship Program opportunities, students are able to apply what they learn in the classroom to real life work experiences, thus bridging gaps between education and industry. When critical partners are involved, such as chambers of commerce, community-based organizations, social service agencies, and industry partners, students can receive help in breaking down barriers of access.

Through this presentation, participants will learn:
• How Registered Apprenticeship (RA) works and aligns with CTE programs
• How RA benefits students while simultaneously working to solve regional workforce issues through a network of strategic partnerships
• How to develop a partner ecosystem that connects workforce and education partners
• Best practices on building and growing these partnerships through industry examples

Speaker

Angela Baker

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 19: Women in Gaming: Engaging Youth in a Growing Field

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

Come find out about how a community college partnered with organizations, schools, and leaders in the fields of E-Sports, animation, motion capture, and game development to entice and encourage high schoolers to get into this growing field. Participants had the opportunity to participate in hands-on activities that focused on music/sound creation, animation, motion capture, and game development to experience first-hand the many ways to get involved in the Gaming Industry. The event ended with a powerful panel of women leaders, from a leader in Gaming curriculum to a professor of animation to a Director in NACE (National Association of Collegiate Esports).

Speaker

Dr. Amy Sellers

Program Director - Early College Partnerships and Outreach, Johnson County Community College

Higher Education Professional with experience in Community College Involvement, Early College K12 partnerships, CTE partnerships, Transfer Student Services, Advising, TRiO, Student Life, Conduct, and Residence Life and Housing.-Ph.D. in Counseling and Student Development in the Student... Read More →

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 20: Forging Connections: Innovative Strategies for Collaborative Programs

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

In the rapidly evolving landscape of Career and Technical Education (CTE), collaboration is key to creating unique and effective programs to meet the diverse needs of students and employers. This dynamic workshop is designed to equip educators, administrators, and partners with the tools and strategies necessary to build successful partnerships. Participants will explore real world examples, such as our Connecting the Dots career simulation, virtual Career Chat Live, and Youth Health Equity project, for developing and sustaining collaborations that enhance program quality, align with standards, and provide students with authentic and simulated experiences. This workshop will also address familiar challenges in partnership development and provide practical solutions to overcome them. Participants will gain an understanding of how to create and maintain partnerships that foster student success, drive program excellence, and respond to the evolving demands of the workforce. Join us to transform your CTE programs through the power of collaborative and innovative partnerships.

Speaker

Dr. Michelle Krehbiel

Dr. Dawn Lindsley

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 21: Utilizing high-impact practices with PLC to bridge inequity gaps for at-risk students in higher education

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

Prior learning credit (PLC) awards academic credit based on the evaluation of verifiable college-level learning achieved outside of an academic environment. Every institution of higher learning uses some internal process to vet PLC and award transcript-based credit. However, the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO), the American Council on Education (ACE), and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) recognize that students (especially nontraditional, low-income, and students of color who face higher risks of not graduating) are increasingly pursuing nontraditional routes to obtain college degrees or credentials, often attending several colleges and incorporating learning from outside traditional educational settings. Accordingly, colleges must reassess their policies on credit awarding and transfer to support these students as they move between institutions or even between programs (such as clock hour vs. credit hour) within the same institutions. Learn how Gateway Community College is assessing prior learning in their health care programs, how Northern Arizona University is vetting processes that a community college uses (rather than reevaluating the PLC) to accept PLC transfer credit, and how to create trust-based practices to increase PLC acceptance between programs and institutions. Participants will be involved in sharing practices at their own institutions.

Speaker

Lisa Draper

Nicole Hampton

Northern Arizona University

Jennifer Kline

Healthcare Program Manager, GateWay Community College

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 22: Grant Writing Tips and Tricks To Take Your Programs To The Next Level

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

This session will go over tips and tricks to use grant writing to get your programs to the next level and increase student success. I will share ways to empower your staff to write their own grants and how to use these grants at a classroom level and an administrative level to increase student learning and modernize programs.

Speaker

Brian Rick

Northern Illinois University

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 23: From Isolation to Engagement: Fostering Connections in Online Learning Environment

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

In this transformative session, we will delve into strategies that bridge the gap between isolation and active engagement within the online learning environment. Designed for educators and students alike, we will share best practices to empower both groups. Discover practical approaches to enhance collaboration, create a sense of belonging, and combat isolation. By implementing collaborative strategies, we can positively impact student success rates, leading to higher persistence and postsecondary CTE completion rates. Join us as we explore effective ways to encourage faculty collaboration, foster cultural competence, and how to build a supportive network, which will positively impact CTE faculty retention rates. From synchronous group work to asynchronous discussions, we will equip you with actionable techniques for vibrant online interactions. At the end of the session, attendees will be able to, (1) Identify ways to promote faculty collaboration, (2) Identify best practices for increasing students’ cultural competence and sense of belonging, and (3) Identify best practices for increasing student agency.

Speaker

Cocoa Dixon

Mia Kennedy

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 24: Today’s Students are Tomorrow’s Employees: Business Partnerships

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

Educators rely on partnerships with businesses in developing curriculum, defining outcomes, and making the case for higher ed’s return on investment with good-paying jobs. Prospective students are more interested in career outcomes as fears of student debt have been amplified in the media. Recent studies from Anthology, Bay View Analytics, ECMC, and others all show how career and technical education is now a top priority when deciding to enroll. With a declining number of high school graduates, colleges are competing for a smaller pool of prospective students and working hard to attract non-traditional students too. In addition to a review of data proving how CTE’s image has gained respect, this presentation covers the many ways colleges are adapting. The addition of micro credentials, certifications, work-site training, and systems changes combine with a renewed recognition that higher education and the business community must partner closely to hire the company’s next generation of workers with all the right skills. For postsecondary administrators, professionals, and educators, takeaways include current trends in curriculum changes, promising practices, brand-identity evolutions for colleges and universities, and the need for a close-knit partnership with businesses through industrial advisory boards, job recruitment, and celebration of students joining the workforce.

Speaker

Russ Nunley

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 25: Micro-credentials to Degrees: Engineering an Ecosystem for Lifelong Learning

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

“Promoting lifelong learning means creating systems that realize the right to education for people of all ages, and providing opportunities to unlock their potential – for their personal development and for the sustainable economic, social, cultural and environmental development of society.”
UNESCO – Institute for Lifelong Learning, uil.unesco.org/en/unesco-institute/mandate/lifelong-learning, downloaded 5/7/2024. Change is everywhere, it is constant, and it is often unpredictable. How do we, as postsecondary educators, prepare our students for what is increasingly a VUCA world – volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous? One high-impact response is to create educational systems for our students that not only promote, but facilitate, lifelong learning in our communities. During this interactive session, the presenter will lead a discussion addressing the range of learning experiences available to postsecondary students – from micro-credentials to degrees. Then, using a learning engineering approach, the discussion will address how an ecosystem can be created within a community to meet the lifelong learning needs of postsecondary community members. Definitions and frameworks will be provided to enable common language and understandings, serve as guideposts as we journey though the discussion, and work as tools to engender ideas and starting points when participants return home to their communities.

Speaker

Pam Carter

Vice President & Dean, School of Business, University of Maryland Global Campus

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 26: Using Data to Tell a Story and Make an Impact

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

Effective data collection is not just about receiving the most responses to your survey; it is about having data that represents your program and analyzing your results to tell your program’s story. These factors ensure alignment of the program to outcomes and impact. The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation’s career and technical education program, ProStart, collects both annual and cyclical data from its program participants, schools, and educators to capture implementation trends and program and participant characteristics. NRAEF has moved beyond simple summary of these individual collection points to look at new connection points within the data with the goal of determining partners in greater need of targeted support. Learn how the NRAEF completed this project, the lessons learned throughout implementation, and how it is working with state partners to use data for good.

Speaker

Amy Saltzman

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 27: Building a competency-based credit for prior learning platform

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

The presentation will be focused on the process, practices, and platforms used in South Lake Tahoe, CA to provide support for competency-based credit-for-prior-learning at the post-secondary level. Building on unique partnerships and innovative approaches, the team in Tahoe is building a system designed to accelerate implementation and impact for learners, faculty, institutions, and systems.

Learn the steps and resources developed over the past three years that allow each seamlessly movement in the credit-for-prior learning (CPL) process
Identify potential (and actual) policy areas related to CPL including policies that support CPL to those that may be barriers to full, robust implementation

Speaker

Frank Gerdeman

Director, ADVANCE

Long-time innovator and thought leader in adult, career, and personalized education. I’ve worked at all levels - classroom teacher, center coordinator, program founder/director and at the State and National levels.

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 28: ET Career Scholars: A scholarship program for an emerging CTE field

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

Participants will learn about a structured CTE scholarship program that provides students with scholarships, work-based learning, and support services. A review of a successful recruitment strategy, application process and programmatic elements will be presented along with early results of the program. Recruiting students towards new and emerging technical fields remains an ongoing challenge for postsecondary institutions. Without well-established career and educational pathways, students, parents, and educators alike may be unaware of the potential of high-demand high-wage in emerging technology. This session will present a model for building workforce capacity in engineering technology, specifically in semiconductor manufacturing and data center operations. During the past 5 years, Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) has implemented a targeted series of interventions - including educator externships, summer bridge programs, and a comprehensive scholarship program – to build regional pathways to careers in these disciplines. The session will review the recruitment strategy, application processes, and programmatic elements, with a focus on how these methods might be adapted to other emerging fields.

Speaker

Josh Labrie

Director of NOVA SYSTEMIC, Northern Virginia Community College

Chris Russell

Northern Virginia Community College

Chris was first drawn to STEM outreach in high school, where he worked as a robotics camp instructor and a peer tutor. Chris earned his BS in Chemistry Education from the University of Virginia, an MA in Communication Arts from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a PhD in Screen... Read More →

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 29: Transforming Enrollment Processes: A Collaborative Exploration of Technology, Innovation, and Human-Centered Design

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

Join us for an engaging, participant-driven session focused on transforming enrollment processes to drive growth and improve the student experience. Designed specifically for postsecondary leaders and managers, this session will delve into a broad range of topics relevant to modernizing and optimizing enrollment strategies.
We’ll explore the integration of cutting-edge technologies, including the adoption of a new CRM, the use of large language model (LLM) powered AI assistants, and AI-driven email drafting tools. These innovations are not just about automation; they’re about enabling your team to work smarter by reducing the time spent on repetitive tasks and improving the quality of communication with prospective and returning students.
But this isn’t a session where you’ll passively listen to a speaker or watch slides. Instead, we’ll foster a dynamic and interactive discussion where your questions and experiences will help shape the conversation. We'll share real-world examples, such as our significant gains from switching from a popular CRM to the higher-ed-geared Element 451—a move that enhanced the customer experience and leveraged AI to save our teams thousands of minutes each month while dramatically increasing conversion rates.
We’ll also address the challenges and opportunities of implementing new systems like Workday’s SIS, where balancing innovation and risk is delicate and crucial. In the spirit of continuous improvement, we’ll discuss the reinvention of processes, early attempts at embracing human-centered design, and the importance of adhering to first principles. We'll challenge participants to question every requirement, streamline processes, accelerate cycle times, and explore the potential of automation, drawing inspiration from frameworks like Elon Musk’s “The Algorithm.”
Additional topics will include the application of the “Six Thinking Hats” methodology to source insights from across the institution and the use of the RICE Scoring Model to prioritize innovations that align with your institution’s mission.
This session is not about showcasing vendors but about collaboratively exploring how technology and thoughtful process design can genuinely transform the enrollment experience. Participants are encouraged to actively engage, share their insights, and ask questions to drive the session’s content, ensuring a rich exchange of ideas and strategies that will benefit everyone involved.
Key Takeaways:
- Understand how AI and CRM systems can streamline enrollment processes and enhance the student experience.
- Learn practical strategies for implementing new technologies and systems while managing associated risks.
- Explore human-centered design principles to reinvent and optimize processes within the enrollment division.
- Engage in collaborative discussions to share challenges, successes, and ideas for driving enrollment growth.

Speaker

Michael Bettersworth

Chief Marketing Officer, Texas State Technical College

Michael's work focuses on aligning education with industry needs to drive economic prosperity. His policy work includes development of the nation's first outcomes funding model based entirely on student earnings. Michael founded the Center for Employability Outcomes (www.c4eo.org... Read More →

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

9:15am CDT

Table 30: Exploring the Impact of ACTE’s NextLevel Postsecondary CTE Fellowship Program

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

Join us for an insightful roundtable discussion focused on ACTE’s transformative NextLevel Fellowship! Listen as Fellows share how the program shaped their careers, developed leadership skills, and fostered innovation. The discussion will have valuable perspectives on how this program empowers Fellows to drive change at their institutions. Whether you're considering applying for the fellowship or curious about their long-term impact, this roundtable discussion offers an opportunity to engage, ask questions, and connect with NextLevel Fellows and ACTE Staff.

Speaker

Lauren Fillebrown

Friday September 20, 2024 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Roundtable Presentations

10:20am CDT

Panel IV: New Word, New Work: Ensuring Postsecondary CTE Programs Support Everyone in an AI-Driven Economy – Insights from Experts Across 5 Key Sectors on Building Inclusive Structures, Systems, and Processes

Friday September 20, 2024 10:20am - 11:30am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

What does the future of postsecondary Career and Technical Education (CTE) hold? How will we prepare all students for an AI and innovation-driven global economy? How do we actively chart a path forward with industry leaders? Join us for the "New Work, New World" closing keynote, where these critical questions take center stage.
Esteemed panelists from diverse industry sectors—technology, healthcare, hospitality, transportation, and education—will share insights and strategies for embracing change, fostering equitable access, and strengthening the postsecondary CTE community. Keynote and panel facilitation by Amy Kaufman, Senior Advisor, Talent Strategies (CEO Leadership Alliance and National Talent Collaborative member) Speakers include Sherri Fetzner (Cognizant), Amy Saltzman (National Restaurant Education Association), Laura Beeth (Futuro Health), Jason Simon (AMTEC), Amita Shetty (UIC BreakThrough Tech) and Don Harjo Daves-Rougueax (California Community College Chancellor's Office).

Moderator:
Amy Kaufman, Senior Advisor, Talent Strategies (CEO Leadership Alliance, CLAOC)
Presenters:
Sherri Fetzner, Cognizant
Amy Saltzman, National Restaurant Association
Laura Beeth, Futuro Health
Jason Simon, AMTEC
Amita Shetty (UIC BreakThrough Tech)
Don Harjo Daves-Rougueax, California Community College Chancellor's Office

Speaker

Amita Shetty

Laura Beeth

Senior Advisor, Futuro Health

Laura Beeth is a values driven visionary leader with 25+ years of experience in talent acquisition, workforce development, healthcare mgmt, and civic executive board leadership. Laura was appointed to serve MN as Chair of the Governor's Workforce Development Board. Laura was elected... Read More →

Don Harjo Daves-Rougueax

Sherri Fetzner

Amy Kaufman

Senior Advisor, Talent Strategies, CEO Leadership Alliance Orange County

As a Talent Pipeline Strategist with over twenty five years of experience working across private and public sectors, I advise regional intermediaries in aligning cross sector education and workforce strategies across the talent pipeline from supply to demand. Statewide, I helped lead... Read More →

Amy Saltzman

Friday September 20, 2024 10:20am - 11:30am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Panel Discussion

11:30am CDT

Next Steps with Dr. Sophia Alston

Friday September 20, 2024 11:30am - 11:40am CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

Speaker

Sophia Alston

Senior Manager of Postsecondary CTE, ACTE

Friday September 20, 2024 11:30am - 11:40am CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

General Session

1:00pm CDT

Post Conference Workshop (registration required): Preparing Students for the Workforce: Strategic Instruction for Essential Career Ready Skills

Friday September 20, 2024 1:00pm - 3:30pm CDT

Sauganash - 14th Floor

To ensure our students are truly prepared for the workforce, intentional planning and targeted instruction are crucial. Today’s employers prioritize candidates who possess robust verbal and written communication skills, excel in team environments, adapt quickly, solve problems effectively, demonstrate leadership, think critically, and manage conflicts efficiently. This workshop will engage educators and equip them with effective teaching and learning strategies that seamlessly integrate these vital employability skills into everyday content delivery. Join us to explore innovative instructional methods that not only cover academic content but also foster the key competencies students need to thrive in today’s dynamic job market.
In addition to this on-site workshop, a three-part informational and interactive webinar series will follow — the dates and times of the webinar series will be provided during the workshop.

Speaker

Trent Mohrbutter

Eileen Friou

Friday September 20, 2024 1:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Sauganash - 14th Floor 350 W Wolf Point Plaza Building 1, Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Conference Workshop