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ACTE Postsecondary CTE Summit 2026
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Thursday, September 17
 

7:00am EDT

Registration
Thursday September 17, 2026 7:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Independence A

Thursday September 17, 2026 7:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Independence A Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Registration

7:30am EDT

Breakfast & Welcome Remarks
Thursday September 17, 2026 7:30am - 8:05am EDT
Independence A

Thursday September 17, 2026 7:30am - 8:05am EDT
Independence A Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Meals

7:30am EDT

Exhibitor Hours
Thursday September 17, 2026 7:30am - 5:30pm EDT
Independence A

Thursday September 17, 2026 7:30am - 5:30pm EDT
Independence A Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Exhibitors

8:15am EDT

Panel I: Building the Postsecondary CTE Workforce: Faculty, Staff, and Systems That Power Student Success
Thursday September 17, 2026 8:15am - 9:15am EDT
Regency EF
Postsecondary CTE programs depend on a strong, well-supported workforce, including faculty, advisors, navigators, and employer engagement staff. Yet many institutions face persistent challenges in recruiting, developing, and retaining this talent. As workforce demands evolve and technologies rapidly advance, the need for innovative approaches to building and sustaining the CTE workforce has never been greater.
This panel brings together leaders from across postsecondary education and industry to explore strategies to strengthen CTE talent pipelines, support industry professionals transitioning into teaching, and equip faculty and staff with the skills needed to meet the demands of today’s learners and employers. Panelists will also discuss system-level policies and practices that better support advising, student success, and employer engagement functions. Attendees will leave with actionable insights and practical strategies to build, support, and sustain the teams that power high-quality CTE programs and student success.
Speakers
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JoAnna Collins

Faculty/Program Coordinator, Northern Virginia Community College

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avatar for Dimitria A. Harding, DBA, Ed.D
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Brandon Hensley PhD

Dean of Career and Technical Education, McDowell Technical Community College
Dr. Brandon Hensley is the Dean of Career and Technical Education at McDowell Technical Community College and a graduate of Old Dominion University, where he received his Ph.D. in Workforce and Organizational Development. With over two decades of experience spanning engineering, faculty... Read More →
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Tonia Dousay

Dean, School of Education, University of Alaska Anchorage
Tonia A. Dousay, Ph.D., serves as the Dean of the School of Education at the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA), where she leads undergraduate and graduate programs committed to preparing educators and advancing lifelong learning across Alaska’s richly diverse communities. With... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 8:15am - 9:15am EDT
Regency EF Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  General Session

9:30am EDT

Bridging the Skills Gap: A Model Partnership Between USIC and Meridian Technology Center
Thursday September 17, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Regency EF
This session showcases a proven partnership between Meridian Technology Center and USIC designed to address workforce shortages in underground utility locating through employer‑driven postsecondary CTE programming. Presenters will outline how industry and education collaborated to align curriculum with real‑world job requirements, establish stackable credentials, and create direct pathways into high‑demand infrastructure careers.

This session will benefit postsecondary CTE leaders, administrators, faculty, workforce coordinators, and industry partners seeking practical models for strengthening employer partnerships and improving student employment outcomes. Attendees will leave with replicable strategies for engaging industry partners, co‑designing training, and building sustainable programs that respond to regional and national workforce needs.

Participants will apply the content through guided discussion, real‑world examples, and partnership planning prompts that translate directly to their own institutions or programs. The session will actively engage attendees through interactive dialogue, reflection questions, and shared tools, encouraging participants to assess their current partnerships and identify concrete next steps for implementation.
Speakers
avatar for Darrin Haynes

Darrin Haynes

Sr Manager for Career and Technical Education, USIC -United States Infrastructure Corporation
Darrin Haynes serves as the Senior Manager of Career and Technical Education for USIC (United States Infrastructure Corporation).  The company is known as America’s largest provider of underground utility locating services, helping prevent damage to buried utilities like gas, electric... Read More →
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DeAnna Little, PhD

Director of Instruction, Meridian Technology Center
Dr. Little serves as the Director of Instruction at Meridian Technology Center, working to support students and staff in Trade and Industry program areas.  She also serves as a consultant for ACTE, working with the NextLevel National Fellowship program. 
Thursday September 17, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Regency EF Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  common

9:30am EDT

The Silicon & Steel Pivot
Thursday September 17, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Washington A
This session is designed to be a high-impact "Masterclass" for CTE administrators, moving beyond theoretical workforce gaps and providing a concrete structural blueprint for building high-tech pathways in Robotics, Automation, and Semiconductor Manufacturing.
Session Title: The Silicon & Steel PivotmEngineering the Next Generation of Advanced Manufacturing TechniciansWhat the Session is AboutAs the
Speakers
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Justin Erickson

VP Operations, https://rootseducation.co/
Justin Erickson is a leader at ROOTS Education focused on aligning advanced manufacturing education with real-world industry needs. His work centers on developing hands-on training systems in robotics, automation, and semiconductor technologies that prepare students for high-demand... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Washington A Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  common

9:30am EDT

Considerations for Implementing and Researching Student Work-Based Learning in Postsecondary Contexts
Thursday September 17, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Washington B
In May 2026, the federally funded CTE Research Network (https://cteresearchnetwork.org/) will publish a report on a systematic review and meta-analysis of work-based learning studies in the United States between 2003 and 2023. The Network was developed in 2018 to inform the field by increasing the number of rigorous studies of CTE and strengthening the capacity of researchers and practitioners to conduct and use CTE research to ensure programs are robust and leading to positive outcomes for students. In 2024, the Network published a meta-analysis of causal CTE research from the last twenty years, demonstrating significant, positive impacts on student outcomes, including academic achievement, high school completion, employability skills, college readiness, 2-year college enrollment, and employment after high school. Work-based learning, from career exploration to immersive experiences such as internships and apprenticeships, is often a core component of CTE programs. This second meta-analysis focuses solely on work-based learning across participants in K-12, postsecondary, and adult education settings. The presenters, who co-led the research, will walk through the findings with attendees, including positive, statistically significant impacts for internships and WBL participants in secondary and postsecondary education.


Researchers, postsecondary educators and administrators will benefit from hearing about how work-based learning has been studied and what gaps in the research remain. Presenters will discuss how attendees can advocate for high quality research of their CTE and WBL programs to understand the impact these programs are having on their students. Attendees will understand what documentation is critical to include when conducting CTE and WBL research, and the elements of their programs to consider against widely accepted definitions of high-quality work-based learning.


Presenters will engage the audience in discussion and provide handouts of recommendations for postsecondary educators and researchers.


Speakers
avatar for Laura E. Michaelson

Laura E. Michaelson

Senior Researcher, American Institutes for Research
Laura E. Michaelson is a Senior Researcher in the Education Systems and Policy program at American Institutes for Research (AIR). She is co-founder and co-director of the Methods of Synthesis and Integration Center (MOSAIC) at AIR, supporting the use and uptake of systematic review... Read More →
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Kelly A. Reese

Senior Researcher, American Institutes for Research
Kelly Reese is a senior researcher at AIR with sixteen years of experience conducting mixed-methods research, leading teams of researchers, and providing analytic support to clients. She focuses on career and technical education, work-based learning, career pathways, and college and... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Washington B Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

9:30am EDT

CTE Leadership Systems You Can Implement Monday Morning
Thursday September 17, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Jefferson
Session Format
 Hands-on workshop / interactive breakout
 
Target Audience
 CTE Directors, Assistant Directors, Deans, and Instructional Leaders
 
Session Description
Strong school culture is built through consistent leadership routines and clear systems.
In this interactive session, two technical college leaders will share practical leadership systems used on their campus to strengthen communication, increase instructional quality, and support program improvement.
Participants will learn how daily leadership rounds, structured walkthrough feedback, coaching conversations, and instructor-led strategic planning work together to build a supportive and accountable culture. These systems have reduced email volume, improved communication, and created clearer pathways for instructional growth and program planning.
Attendees will leave with templates and tools they can use immediately on their own campuses.
Speakers
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Thomas Saxton

Assistant Director, Manatee Technical College, Manatee School District
Tom Saxton is a veteran education and workforce development leader with more than 25 years of experience spanning K–12, postsecondary, adult education, and correctional education. He currently serves as Assistant Director of Manatee Technical College, where he oversees adult education... Read More →
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Tonia Shook

Director, Fred K. Marchman Technical College, Pasco County Schools
Tonia Shook serves as the Director of Fred K. Marchman Technical College in Pasco County Schools, where she leads one of the region’s premier postsecondary career and technical education institutions. With more than 25 years of experience in K–12 and postsecondary education, she... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Jefferson Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

9:30am EDT

Stacked Credentials, Scalable Impact: Aligning Allied Health Pathways with Policy, Funding, and Workforce Demand
Thursday September 17, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Lincoln
As federal and state policies increasingly prioritize short-term credentials, workforce alignment, and measurable outcomes, postsecondary CTE programs are being asked to do more than deliver content—they are being asked to design systems that sustain learner success, institutional effectiveness, and workforce readiness. This session explores how multi‑competency and stacked credential models can serve as a practical bridge between policy intent and instructional practice in allied health education.
 
 Grounded in validated job-task analyses and industry-recognized credentials, the session examines how multi‑competency pathway design aligns with evolving federal and state funding strategies, including Workforce Pell, outcomes-based funding models, and accreditation accountability frameworks. Participants will explore how intentionally stacked credentials support program sustainability, enable braided funding approaches, and strengthen alignment across education, workforce, and employer systems—without fragmenting the learner experience.
 
 Through real-world examples from allied health programs, this session highlights how policy-informed, evidence-based pathway design can improve retention, completion, certification outcomes, and placement, while providing learners with earlier milestones of value and greater career mobility. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of how aligning policy, funding, and system-level expectations can transform multi‑competency pathways from instructional innovations into scalable, sustainable CTE strategies that connect education to workforce and economic development goals.
Speakers
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Tywana "Ty" Lawson, PhD, RN

Integration Specialist, National HealthCareer Association (NHA)
Tywana “Ty” Lawson, PhD, RN is an Integration Specialist and Health Sciences Educator with the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), where she partners with allied health programs to support curriculum alignment, instructional design, and effective implementation of industry‑recognized... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Lincoln Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

9:30am EDT

What if College Courses Could Be Purposefully Placed into Every High School CTE Program?
Thursday September 17, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Roosevelt
In this session, the Community College Research Center will describe findings from a national study focused on how community college and K-12 partnerships are using “dual enrollment” college courses to expand college and career opportunities for high school CTE students. Attendees will learn about approaches partnerships are taking to build related dual enrollment courses into CTE programs and help CTE students develop plans to continue postsecondary training and pursue career-path jobs after high school. The session will highlight strategies from highly-effective dual enrollment partnerships that have scaled dual enrollment opportunities as a part of their CTE programs. Leaders from Patrick and Henry College will use examples from their work to illustrate the report's findings, including key practices that they have scaled with their partners, how they are finding ‘win-wins’ through their partnerships, and the outcomes that they are seeing as a result.
Speakers
avatar for Meghan Eggleston

Meghan Eggleston

Dean of Student Services, Patrick & Henry Community College
Meghan Eggleston is a higher education leader with over 19 years of experience advancing student success. As Dean of Student Services at Patrick & Henry Community College, she oversees Admissions, Advising, Financial Aid, Dual Enrollment, Veterans Services, Accessibility Services... Read More →
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Colin Ferguson

Assistant Vice President for Workforce and Technical Programs, Patrick & Henry Community College
Colin Ferguson is the Assistant Vice President for Workforce and Technical Programs at Patrick & Henry Community College, where he has served in higher education leadership roles for more than 24 years. He provides strategic oversight for academic and workforce programs. Dr. Ferguson... Read More →
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John Fink

Senior Research Associate and Program Lead, Community College Research Center
John Fink is a senior research associate and program lead at the Community College Research Center (CCRC) at Teachers College, Columbia University, where he leads CCRC’s research on dual enrollment and transfer. His work examines how community colleges and their K-12 and university partn... Read More →
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Sarah Griffin

Research Associate, Community College Research Center
Sarah Griffin is a Research Associate at the Community College Research Center. Her research focuses on the high-school-to-college transition, dual enrollment, and community colleges implementing guided pathways reforms.
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Chris Wikstrom

Vice President of Instruction & Student Services, Patrick & Henry Community College
Chris Wikstrom serves as the Vice President of Instruction & Student Services at Patrick & Henry Community College (P&HCC) and has spent over two decades in education.  The first part of his career was in K-12 as a middle and high school math teacher where he gained critical experience... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Roosevelt Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

9:30am EDT

Learning Lab: The Manufacturing Institute
Thursday September 17, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Conference Theater
Thursday September 17, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Conference Theater Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Learning Lab

10:30am EDT

Business Engagement Strategies: What works? What doesn't?
Thursday September 17, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Jefferson
How do we successfully engage business beyond that annual Advisory Board meeting? As we grow apprenticeship and work based learning opportunities, we cannot do it without industry partners that are truly committed. This breakout session is intended to create a venue for everyone in attendance to share best practices, failures, and lessons learned.
Speakers
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Kevin Fleming

CEO, Catapult Masterclass
Dr. Kevin Fleming received the 2025 ACTE Postsecondary Leadership Award and serves as the Founder and CEO of Catapult Masterclass.  A 25+ year administrator, he has also produced multiple, viral animation videos including Success in the New Economy, and authored four books including... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Jefferson Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

10:30am EDT

Early Start, Lasting Impact: Pathways for Student Success
Thursday September 17, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Washington B
Across Tennessee, Early Postsecondary Opportunities (EPSOs) are transforming how high school students access postsecondary education and workforce training. EPSOs allow students to earn college credit or technical credentials while still in high school, helping them build confidence, reduce the cost of education, and accelerate their transition into postsecondary education and careers.


This session will explore Tennessee’s robust model that enables high school students to simultaneously earn high school credit and postsecondary credentials through dual enrollment with Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology (TCATs). The presenter will highlight the structure and implementation of technical dual enrollment pathways that align secondary education, postsecondary programs, and industry workforce needs.


Participants will gain an overview of the Tennessee Dual Enrollment Grant, funded through the state lottery, which significantly reduces or eliminates tuition costs for eligible students. The grant typically covers the full tuition for the first five dual enrollment courses.  At TCATs, eligible students may receive grant funding for up to 1,296 clock hours of technical coursework, supporting advanced technical certificates and career preparation.


The session will also highlight data trends and student engagement patterns, including the growth of dual enrollment participation and the most in-demand technical programs based on enrollment trends. Attendees will learn how programs in high-demand fields—such as advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and industrial technologies—are driving student participation and strengthening regional workforce pipelines.


The presenter will discuss how the dual enrollment structure maintains postsecondary academic rigor, ensures curriculum alignment between secondary and technical institutions, and embeds industry-recognized credentials and work-based learning opportunities into pathways. The session will also address lessons learned from implementation, including strategies for building partnerships with school districts, ensuring student readiness, aligning funding and policy, and sustaining high-quality program delivery.
How Attendees Will Apply the ContentParticipants will leave with actionable strategies to:
  • Design or expand technical dual enrollment pathways aligned with workforce needs
  • Leverage state funding and grant programs to increase student access
  • Build stronger secondary–postsecondary partnerships
  • Use data and enrollment trends to guide program development and scaling




Speakers
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Tachaka Hollins

Assistant Vice Chancellor, Tennessee Board of Regents
Dr. Tachaka Hollins serves as the Assistant Vice-Chancellor for Academic Affairs at the Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR). In her role at TBR, she provides strategic leadership and support to the nearly 40 community and technical colleges throughout the state for various academic initiatives... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Washington B Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

10:30am EDT

Ohio's Career Pathway Support Network--A regional model for developing high-quality career pathways and career-connected learning opportunities for all students
Thursday September 17, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Regency EF

This session explores how regional Career Pathway Support Networks can move beyond fragmented initiatives and compliance-driven work to create coherent, sustainable systems that align education, workforce, and post-secondary partners around shared outcomes. Grounded in real implementation experience, the session highlights practical strategies for developing high-quality career pathways, integrating CTE and college credit opportunities, career-connected learning, regional planning aligned to labor market demand, and building trust-based partnerships that outlast grant cycles.
 Participants will leave with a clear framework they can adapt to their own state or region — regardless of governance structure.  This session includes presenters from two former ACTE Next Level Fellows Programs that will also give insight into how the program helped to grow them as leaders and advance their careers.  
Speakers
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Jamie Bollinger

Director, Regional Career Pathways and Workforce Alignment, Youngstown State Univeristy
Director, Regional Career Pathways and Workforce Alignment at Youngstown State University 
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Kyle Fulton

Executive Director, Central Ohio Manufacturing Partnership
Executive Director, Central Ohio Manufacturing Partnership
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Carrie Giles

ACTE National Past-President, ACTE
Carrie Giles has 21 years of experience working in secondary and post-secondary career-technical
education. She currently serves as the Regional Lead for Ohio’s Central Region Career Pathway Support
Network and as the National Board Past-President for ACTE. Carrie is a graduate o... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Regency EF Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

10:30am EDT

Psychological Safety as Infrastructure for Postsecondary CTE Success
Thursday September 17, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Roosevelt
Postsecondary CTE leaders are under unprecedented pressure to expand enrollment, meet workforce demand, maintain accreditation, and retain faculty and administrators—all while operating in increasingly complex systems. Yet one of the most powerful drivers of postsecondary CTE effectiveness is often overlooked: psychological safety as organizational infrastructure.


This session reframes psychological safety not as an individual wellness concept, but as a core system condition that enables instructional quality, compliance, innovation, and staff retention. Drawing from postsecondary CTE leadership practice across community colleges, technical colleges, and workforce-aligned programs, participants will  examine where psychological safety breaks down during periods of change, growth, or accountability pressure—and how leaders can intentionally rebuild trust without compromising standards.


Participants will engage in structured reflection and applied discussion and will leave with tools to operationalize psychological safety as a
retention, performance, and impact strategy in postsecondary CTE environments.
Speakers
avatar for Dimitria A. Harding, DBA, Ed.D
Thursday September 17, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Roosevelt Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

10:30am EDT

The Business Of… Creating a successful Freelancing Hustle
Thursday September 17, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Washington A
This session highlights Virtual Enterprises’ program, The Business Of…, and how it equips students with real-world freelancing skills in their chosen trade areas. Educators, program coordinators, and career advisors will learn how this curriculum provides structured work-based learning opportunities, allowing students to explore trades like cosmetology, technology, automotive, engineering, and more while developing professional skills. Attendees will discover how the program integrates project-based learning, client management, and business operations into a trade-focused framework. The session will include interactive discussions, demonstrations of curriculum tools, and examples of student projects, helping participants envision how to implement similar experiences in their own programs. Participants will gain access to planning guides, sample modules, and resources from The Business Of, giving them actionable insights to expand WBL opportunities in their classrooms and programs, preparing students for success in both trades and freelancing careers.
Speakers
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Jillian Berg

Chief of Staff, Virtual Enterprises International
Jillian Berg serves as Chief of Staff at Virtual Enterprises International, where she plays a key leadership role in advancing the organization’s mission to prepare youth for fulfilling, financially secure futures through authentic, collaborative business experiences. Over her seven... Read More →
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Moses Ojeda

Principal, NYC Public Schools-Thomas A. Edison Career & Technical Education High School
Moses A. Ojeda is the Principal of Thomas A. Edison Career & Technical Education High School in New York City. His journey from student to teacher, to Assistant Principal, and now long-standing Principal. Under his leadership, Edison has become a nationally recognized hub of college... Read More →
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John Widlund

President/CEO, Virtual Enterprises International
John Widlund joined VEI in November 2025 as the President and CEO of Virtual Enterprises International.John is a distinguished educator and innovator with over three decades dedicated to developing and scaling high-quality Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. As the former... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Washington A Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

10:30am EDT

The School-to-Employment Pipeline is no longer working as originally designed. The Fix is easier (and a lot more fun) than you might imagine.
Thursday September 17, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Lincoln
**Preface** Please know that this is just one example of a conversation thread that we believe could be relevant to your audiences. If the notion of behavioral assessment as a tool for aligning people with academic and employment pathways intrigues you and you’d prefer a different slant, we are happy to work with you to refine/refocus the idea. We would also seek to bring in other partners as co-presenters who can illustrate their stories and outcomes… whom we invite to join the conversation will depend a little on your preferred focus/direction.
 
Unacceptably high stop-out rates. Declining enrolment. Growing cynicism in the ROI of post-secondary education. Increasing accountability for higher completion rates and stronger employment outcomes… the pressures on the educational system are immense. Employers and jobseekers are equally dissatisfied with the current state.


Attacking the symptoms as we have done, has not improved outcomes. What if, in our quest to address the cracks in the system, we’ve overlooked the root of the issue? 


We will present live case studies and projects drawn from different industries and stakeholders in the employment ecosystem, including employers, industry associations and educational institutions. These examples will illustrate how rethinking the fundamentals of how and where we connect with young people, how we package the message, and how we position the opportunity can lead to astonishing outcomes. 


The common thread in those examples uncovers a paradox: The ‘fix’ for these gnarly systemic issues doesn’t lie in trying to address those issues directly; instead, it lies in shifting our focus to the individuals we serve and leaning into the leading indicators of strengths, aptitude and potential that fuel not only stronger outcomes for the individual, but also higher completion rates and better employment outcomes.


Taking an intensely person-centric approach creates a shared language, builds trust and engagement, surfaces surprising options for consideration, connects workforce development to economic development seamlessly, and has built thriving talent pipelines for employers where previously there was scarcity.
Speakers
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Jan G. van der Hoop

President, Fit First Technologies International, Inc.
Jan is the Founder and President of Fit First Technologies. In many respects, he has always been a bit of an oddball. He started his Corporate career in Operations and ‘accidentally’ spent 15 years in senior HR roles at PepsiCo, Hilton and Office Depot. He has been instrumental... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Lincoln Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

10:30am EDT

Learning Lab: YouScience
Thursday September 17, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Conference Theater
Thursday September 17, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Conference Theater Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Learning Lab

11:15am EDT

Lunch + Exhibitor Time
Thursday September 17, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Independence A
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Thursday September 17, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Independence A Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Meals

12:15pm EDT

Panel II: How Emerging Technologies Are Transforming Postsecondary CTE
Thursday September 17, 2026 12:15pm - 1:05pm EDT
Regency EF
Artificial intelligence, automation, advanced manufacturing, and other emerging technologies are rapidly changing the future of work. Postsecondary Career and Technical Education must evolve to prepare learners for these new realities. As industries adopt innovative technologies and workforce expectations continue to shift, colleges are reimagining how they design programs, prepare faculty, and equip students with the technical and durable skills needed to succeed.
This panel will bring together leaders from postsecondary education and industry to examine how institutions are integrating emerging technologies into CTE programs while maintaining a strong focus on student success and workforce relevance. Panelists will share promising practices for redesigning curriculum, strengthening industry partnerships, investing in faculty professional development, and creating learning environments that reflect today's rapidly evolving workplaces.
The discussion will also address critical challenges, including faculty readiness, access to technology and equipment, funding constraints, ethical considerations surrounding artificial intelligence, and policies that can either accelerate or hinder innovation. Attendees will gain practical insights and actionable strategies for leveraging emerging technologies to strengthen postsecondary CTE programs, expand workforce opportunities, and prepare learners for the jobs of today and tomorrow.
Thursday September 17, 2026 12:15pm - 1:05pm EDT
Regency EF Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  General Session

1:15pm EDT

AI in Action: A Framework for Translating Industry Technologies into CTE Instruction
Thursday September 17, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm EDT
Washington A
In this session we will look at how career and technical education (CTE) programs are uniquely positioned to navigate the potential artificial intelligence (AI) driven economy. To assist CTE policymakers, educators, researchers and students looking for the signal amidst the noise, we propose a new pedagogical framework: the Applied Co-Intelligence (ACI) model. In this session, attendees will learn 1) what the ACI model is and how it moves beyond simple conception of AI literacy and is built on the purposeful integration of 2) three skill spheres: Technical skills, Transferable skills, and AI Mastery. Along with 3) the four primary barriers blocking its implementation - the alignment crisis, the human capital gap, the structural barriers, and the evidence gap. Finally, we will discuss 4) a stakeholder driven plan of action with recommendations for policymakers, education providers, and industry & employers.
Speakers
avatar for Michael Tinsley

Michael Tinsley

Assistant Vice Chancellor of Student Success & Strategic Partnerships, The College System of Tennessee, Tennessee Board of Regents
Career and technical education (CTE) and artificial intelligence (AI) have been central themes throughout Michael’s career. For nearly two decades as a secondary educator, Michael served as a CTE instructor specializing in computer programming, networking, repair, and related technology... Read More →
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Jaci Whitaker

Director of Student Success, Tennessee Board of Regents
As Director of Student Success for the Tennessee Board of Regents, I lead statewide initiatives that advance student achievement and strengthen Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs across the College System of Tennessee. I manage a dedicated team and oversee the strategic... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm EDT
Washington A Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

1:15pm EDT

Building a Teacher Pipeline That Engages Underserved Youth
Thursday September 17, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm EDT
Washington B
This session details the development of YETI (Youth Early Teaching Initiative), a CTE-funded program designed to introduce secondary students across Alaska to the teaching profession through free, college-level coursework. Recognizing that many high school students, particularly those in rural and remote communities, homeschool settings, and private schools, have no access to education-related CTE pathways, YETI was built to extend that opportunity statewide. In our first semester, we anticipated 16 students and received over 100 applications, indicating high interest. The courses students take through YETI are not standalone electives; they are the first credits in a fully articulated stackable credential sequence. Secondary coursework applies directly toward the Occupational Endorsement Certificate (OEC) in Infant and Toddler Development, a workforce-recognized credential. All OEC credits then count toward an associate's degree, which articulates into a bachelor's degree program leading to a teaching license. Registered teacher apprenticeship opportunities are available at multiple points along the way, allowing students to enter paid, supported work in education while continuing to build their credentials. This session walks through how that pathway was designed, the institutional partnerships required to make it work, and what student demand revealed about the unmet need this program is addressing.
Speakers
avatar for Tonia Dousay

Tonia Dousay

Dean, School of Education, University of Alaska Anchorage
Tonia A. Dousay, Ph.D., serves as the Dean of the School of Education at the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA), where she leads undergraduate and graduate programs committed to preparing educators and advancing lifelong learning across Alaska’s richly diverse communities. With... Read More →
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Nicole Endsley

Education Pathways Manager, University of Alaska Anchorage
Nicole Endsley, EdD, is an education leader and advocate dedicated to building sustainable systems that empower local educators to teach and lead in their own communities. Her doctoral research examined teacher retention in Alaska Title I schools, and she has carried that mission... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm EDT
Washington B Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

1:15pm EDT

Meeting Students Where They Are: Outreach Strategies That Strengthen Rural Cybersecurity Pathways
Thursday September 17, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm EDT
Lincoln
Effective secondary-to-post-secondary transitions are built through intentional outreach that helps students recognize educational pathways, build confidence, and envision themselves as future college students before enrollment decisions are made. This session highlights how Marion Technical College (MTC) strengthens rural cybersecurity pathways through targeted outreach strategies developed as part of its National Science Foundation - Advanced Technical Education (NSF-ATE) funded project, Expanding Cybersecurity Education at a Rural Community College (#2350280).
 
Rural Ohio students frequently enter post-secondary education at a disadvantage due to socioeconomic barriers and inequities in school funding systems that limit access to high-quality career and technical education. In response, MTC partners with secondary schools, school districts, and community organizations to deliver hands-on cybersecurity experiences that make post-secondary pathways visible, relevant, and attainable.
 
A cornerstone of this outreach is the College’s Mobile Training Lab—a 40‑foot, self-contained, handicap-accessible mobile classroom equipped to deliver college-level cybersecurity activities at high schools and rural community sites. Bringing the lab directly to students reduces geographic and financial barriers while allowing them to experience high-quality instruction, advanced technology, and post-secondary expectations in familiar settings. This approach is particularly impactful for first-generation students, who are often unaware of cybersecurity and other emerging career fields due to limited local exposure.
 
The session also highlights summer cybersecurity camps, which provide immersive, short-term experiences designed to increase career awareness and student interest, particularly among rural learners. In addition, structured campus visit days strengthen transitions by intentionally connecting outreach to enrollment through lab experiences, faculty interaction, and clear explanations of stackable credentials and cybersecurity career pathways.
 
Evaluation findings demonstrate how mobile outreach, summer camps, and campus visit days function together to increase student awareness, confidence, and enrollment. Collectively, these strategies illustrate what successful secondary-to-post-secondary transitions can look like in rural communities and offer a replicable model for institutions seeking to expand equitable access to cybersecurity education.
 
This session will benefit community college faculty, administrators, outreach and recruitment staff, grant managers, and secondary education partners seeking effective strategies to strengthen rural career and technical education pathways. Participants will gain practical insights into mobile outreach, summer camps, and structured campus visits that can be adapted to their own institutions and communities. The session will include guided discussion, examples of outreach activities delivered through the Mobile Training Lab, and a review of evaluation findings to support institutional decision-making. Attendees will receive a slide deck and sample outreach planning resources that illustrate how these strategies can be implemented or scaled within their own programs.
Speakers
avatar for Christy Culver

Christy Culver

Professor/Assistant Program Administrator, Business and Information Technologies, Marion Technical College
Over the past 35 years, Christy Culver’s class arrangements have included on-site, off-site, and since 1998 online. She has received the Marion Technical College (MTC) Strategic Teaching & Learning Challenge Award and was named the Ohio Association of Two-Year Colleges Teacher of... Read More →
avatar for Tola Francis-Sanusi

Tola Francis-Sanusi

CPSN Regional Coordinator, Marion Technical College
Tola Francis‑Sanusi is a career technical education leader with over 13 years of experience supporting students, educators, and institutions across Ohio's secondary and postsecondary systems. She currently serves as the Career Pathway Support Networks (CPSN) Regional Coordinator... Read More →
avatar for Joel Ks Ku

Joel Ks Ku

Associate Professor, Information Technology, Marion Technical College
Joel Ks Ku has been teaching computer courses since 2004 when he graduated with a Master's in Applied Computing with a concentration in Software Engineering.  He had several working experiences including IT support department from local schools and a printer manufacturing company... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm EDT
Lincoln Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

1:15pm EDT

Rethinking Literacy and Numeracy for Today’s CTE Workforce
Thursday September 17, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm EDT
Regency EF
Community and technical colleges are critical hubs for building adult learners’ literacy, numeracy, and digital skills, often with limited resources. This session shares early findings from a national landscape scan, highlighting college–employer partnerships, gaps in coordination and investment, and opportunities to better align CTE pathways to workforce mobility.


Who should attend this session: CTE educators, faculty, administrative staff, policy makers, instructional designers, employers


Participants will: 
1) Understand how literacy, numeracy, and digital skills shape access to higher-quality jobs and career mobility
2) Explore evidence-based models that connect foundational skills to career pathways
3) Translate session insights into actionable strategies that improve alignment across education, workforce systems, and employer demand


We will share data and engage in a participant discussion. We will share a QR code to learn more about the results of this study and connect with the community and technical colleges highlighted.




Speakers
avatar for Amanda Briggs

Amanda Briggs

Principal Research Associate, Urban Institute
Amanda Briggs is a principal research associate in the Work, Education, and Labor Division at the Urban Institute. Her research focuses on the impact of technology on postsecondary learning, workforce development policy analysis and program evaluation, and employer involvement in... Read More →
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Georgia Reagan

Strategy Officer, Credentials of Value, Lumina Foundation
Georgia Reagan serves as strategy officer for credentials of value at Lumina Foundation, an independent, private foundation in Indianapolis that is committed to making opportunities for learning beyond high school available to all. For nearly 5 years, she has supported innovative... Read More →
avatar for Shayne Spaulding

Shayne Spaulding

Senior Fellow, Urban Institute
Shayne Spaulding is a senior fellow in the Work, Education, and Labor Division at the Urban Institute, where her work focuses on workforce development, postsecondary education, and employment. She has spent more than 25 years in the workforce field as an evaluator, technical assistance... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm EDT
Regency EF Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

1:15pm EDT

Small Steps, Big Impact: Advancing Career Development Through Micro-Learning and Feedback
Thursday September 17, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm EDT
Roosevelt
As career pathways become more dynamic and nonlinear, career development systems must extend beyond one-time guidance into continuous, skill-based support across learning and work environments. While many institutions provide strong foundational counseling, there remains a growing need for approaches that sustain personalized development over time—particularly as individuals transition between education, training, and employment.
This session focuses on the role of micro-learning and feedback as a practical, scalable approach to support ongoing career development. Research suggests that short, targeted learning experiences can improve engagement, retention, and transfer of learning (Hug, 2005; Buchem & Hamelmann, 2010). Additionally, timely, specific feedback has been shown to significantly enhance skill development and self-regulation (Hattie & Timperley, 2007). Together, these elements create a continuous learning experience that fits naturally into learners’ daily routines.
Participants will explore how career development can be embedded into small, repeatable learning moments supported by feedback loops. The session will also share anticipated insights from pilot users engaging in micro-learning-based career development models, including patterns in engagement, skill progression, and clarity in career decision-making.
Designed for educators, counselors, and workforce professionals, this session provides practical strategies and tools to integrate micro-learning and feedback into existing career development practices.
Speakers
avatar for Xue Xing, Ph.D.

Xue Xing, Ph.D.

Associate Professor & Program Coordinator, University of Nevada Las Vegas
Dr. Xue (Cher) Xing obtained her Ph.D. in workforce education from the University of Georgia. Her research interests focus on career and technical education (CTE) on student learning and workforce preparation, college and career preparations for adolescents and young adults, and career... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm EDT
Roosevelt Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

1:15pm EDT

Trauma-Responsive Classroom and Laboratory Management in Technical and Vocational Education: A Collective Multiple-Case Study Across Technical Pathways
Thursday September 17, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm EDT
Jefferson
This session examines trauma-responsive classroom and laboratory management within technical and vocational education through findings drawn from a collective multiple-case study conducted across diverse career pathways. Grounded in the realities of hands-on instructional environments, including laboratories, shops, and other skills-based settings, the session explores how trauma-responsive principles can be translated into practical, pathway-sensitive management strategies. Emphasis is placed on the intersection of student behavior, safety, engagement, and instructional effectiveness, recognizing that technical learning spaces present distinct challenges not typically addressed in general education models.
The session is designed to benefit career and technical education instructors, teacher educators, instructional leaders, administrators, and professional development providers. It is particularly relevant for educators working in high-skill, equipment-intensive contexts where behavioral regulation, emotional safety, and physical safety must be simultaneously maintained. Individuals responsible for mentoring novice teachers, designing CTE programs, or supporting special populations will also find the content directly applicable.
Attendees will gain actionable insights into how trauma-responsive approaches can improve both instructional climate and operational safety in technical settings. The session will illustrate how trauma-responsive management is not a therapeutic framework but a pedagogical and organizational strategy that supports student persistence, reduces disruptions, and enhances learning readiness. Participants will leave with concrete methods for structuring routines, designing environmental supports, responding to dysregulation, and building relational trust without compromising rigor or industry-aligned expectations. Attention will be given to how these strategies vary across technical pathways, acknowledging differences in culture, workflow, and risk profiles.
Audience engagement will be central to the session’s design. Participants will be actively involved through scenario-based discussions derived from authentic technical classroom and laboratory situations. Interactive components will include guided reflection exercises, collaborative problem-solving tasks, and brief applied activities that allow attendees to analyze case excerpts and propose management responses. Practical tools will be introduced to stimulate dialogue, encourage peer exchange, and support immediate translation into professional practice. The presentation will emphasize creativity and interaction rather than passive lecture, fostering an environment where participants can compare experiences and develop context-specific adaptations.
Attendees will receive a curated set of resources to support implementation beyond the session. Deliverables will include a structured slide deck, applied management frameworks, pathway-sensitive strategy guides, and adaptable planning tools suitable for both secondary and postsecondary technical environments. Supplemental materials will provide practical reference points that educators can integrate into their own classrooms, laboratories, teacher preparation courses, or professional development initiatives. These resources are designed to extend the session’s impact, enabling participants to apply trauma-responsive management principles within their own institutional contexts.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Donna Crouch

Dr. Donna Crouch

Director of Career and Technical Education/Assistant Professor, Murray State University

Thursday September 17, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm EDT
Jefferson Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

1:15pm EDT

Learning Lab: CareerSafe
Thursday September 17, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm EDT
Conference Theater
Thursday September 17, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm EDT
Conference Theater Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Learning Lab

2:15pm EDT

All In--The SEL Solution for Growing a Talent Pipeline
Thursday September 17, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Jefferson
Learn how Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories worked with LC State College in Lewiston, Idaho to build a robust electronics technology program to meet their growing need for technicians.
Speakers
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Tony Kuphaldt

Instructor on loan, Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories / Lewis-Clark State College
Tony has taught industrial electronics and related topics as a full-time college educator since 1998. He is the author of several open-source educational projects including "Socratic Instrumentation" and "Modular Electronics Learning Project".
Thursday September 17, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Jefferson Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

2:15pm EDT

Bridging K–12, Community College, and Industry for Workforce Success
Thursday September 17, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Roosevelt
This session will explore how strong partnerships between education and industry can create seamless pathways into high-demand skilled trades careers. Moderated by National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER), the discussion will feature representatives from Germanna Community College, a regional high school partner, and an employer leader working collaboratively to address workforce needs through career and technical education. Panelists will share how aligning secondary, postsecondary, and industry efforts helps students gain relevant skills, industry-recognized credentials, and meaningful work-based learning experiences that lead directly to employment opportunities.  Participants will leave with actionable strategies for developing collaborative programs that respond to regional workforce demands and support student success from classroom to career.
Speakers
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Cathy Tyler

Director of Workforce Development, NCCER
Cathy is the Director of Accreditation, Workforce Development, and Customer Success at the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER). She is responsible for the day-to-day oversight of the Workforce Development, Accreditation, Audit, and Customer Success Teams... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Roosevelt Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

2:15pm EDT

From 14 Credits to College Access: How One CTE Pathway Sent Students to College With a Semester Already Done
Thursday September 17, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Washington B
This session challenges one of the most persistent misconceptions in secondary education: that Career and Technical Education (CTE) is separate from, or secondary to college pathways. Grounded in real results from a Title I high school, this session shares how a dual credit Accounting classroom produced 14 college credits for students who were not traditionally placed on a “college track,” and how that model scaled into a schoolwide CTE framework.
Designed for CTE leaders, administrators, and postsecondary partners, this session provides a clear, replicable approach to embedding dual credit into CTE pathways to increase postsecondary access for Black and brown students.
Participants will engage in guided reflection, small-group planning, and real-time application activities to evaluate their current systems and design actionable next steps. Attendees will leave with a dual credit integration framework, a counselor engagement strategy, and a pathway planning tool that can be implemented immediately within their own institutions.
This is not a theoretical session. It is a blueprint for transforming CTE into a measurable college access strategy.
Speakers
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Abronia S. Young

Division Coordinator, Bloom Twp HSD 206
I didn't walk across a stage to get my high school diploma. I earned my GED — from the same school my daughter graduated from as valedictorian thirty years later. She earned over two million dollars in scholarships. She is graduating from Purdue University as a civil engineer.I... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Washington B Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

2:15pm EDT

From Fellowship to Systems Change: Scaling Leadership Impact in Postsecondary CTE
Thursday September 17, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Regency EF
State and institutional CTE systems are navigating an increasingly complex landscape—marked by leadership shortages, evolving workforce demands, and persistent performance gaps among student populations identified in Perkins V. Addressing these challenges requires more than technical expertise; it demands a new generation of leaders equipped to think systemically, lead collaboratively, and drive measurable outcomes.
This panel brings together participants from the inaugural cohort of the Postsecondary State CTE Leaders Fellowship, an initiative led by Advance CTE and supported by ECMC Foundation, to explore how intentional leadership development can serve as a catalyst for institutional and statewide transformation.
Panelists will share how the Fellowship experience translated into real-world impact—shaping policy, strengthening cross-sector partnerships, improving program quality, and advancing equity in postsecondary CTE systems. Beyond personal growth, this session highlights how structured leadership development creates ripple effects across organizations, influencing culture, decision-making, and student outcomes.
Participants will engage in a facilitated discussion to examine replicable strategies for building leadership pipelines, fostering psychologically safe and high-performing teams, and aligning leadership practice with Perkins V performance goals. Attendees will leave with actionable insights and a practical framework for investing in leadership as a core strategy for advancing postsecondary CTE impact.
Speakers
avatar for Dimitria A. Harding, DBA, Ed.D
avatar for Kristin Corkhill, Ed.D

Kristin Corkhill, Ed.D

Vice President, Student Affairs & Strategic Initiatives, Georgia Piedmont Technical College
https://careertech.org/what-we-do/initiatives/alumni-directory/
avatar for Carlos Lopez

Carlos Lopez

Director of CPL and Testing, Community College of Denver
https://careertech.org/what-we-do/initiatives/alumni-directory/
avatar for Janelle Washington

Janelle Washington

Senior Director for Career and Technical Education, Illinois Community College Board
https://careertech.org/what-we-do/initiatives/alumni-directory/
Thursday September 17, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Regency EF Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

2:15pm EDT

Future-Proofing CTE: Using DACUM to Translate Tech Trends into Program Design
Thursday September 17, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Washington A
As emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, automation, and advanced manufacturing rapidly reshape the labor market, postsecondary CTE institutions face growing pressure to ensure programs are current, agile, and closely aligned with industry needs. This session explores how DACUM (Developing A Curriculum) can serve as a powerful, evidence-informed strategy for designing and continuously updating CTE programs to prepare learners and institutions for a technology-driven workforce.
 
Participants will learn how DACUM engages industry experts to clearly define job competencies, identify emerging skill needs, and translate workforce demands into actionable curriculum and credentialing decisions. We will highlight how DACUM can be used not only for traditional program development, but also for integrating new technologies into curriculum, supporting faculty professional development, strengthening industry partnerships, and responding proactively to workforce disruption.
 
Drawing on applied examples from postsecondary CTE programs, we will demonstrate how DACUM supports innovation with measurable impact, helping institutions move from reactive updates to intentional, scalable program design that keeps pace with evolving technologies and labor market trends.
Speakers
avatar for Keli Bussell

Keli Bussell

Workforce Development Specialist, The Ohio State University
A life-long advocate for career-technical education (CTE), Keli Bussell learned first-hand of the benefits CTE provides during her secondary and post-secondary education. Leveraging her professional experiences in human resources, her systems-approach to solving complex workforce... Read More →
avatar for Kate Fergus

Kate Fergus

Program Specialist, The Ohio State University
Kate Fergus is a Program Specialist at the Center on Education and Training for Employment. A specialist in career-technical education (CTE) and occupational analysis, Kate facilitates job/task analyses for the DACUM International Training Center to drive competency-based curriculum... Read More →
avatar for Traci Lepicki

Traci Lepicki

Associate Director, The Ohio State University
Traci Lepicki, Associate Director at the Center on Education and Training for Employment at The Ohio State University, leads the center’s curriculum and training development efforts. In career-technical education, workforce development, and adult education, she has over 30 years... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Washington A Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

2:15pm EDT

Selling the Strategy: How to Position CTE Initiatives for Executive and Donor Support
Thursday September 17, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Lincoln
Strong CTE ideas do not fail because they lack merit; they fail because they are not positioned to align with institutional priorities, leadership decision-making, or funding realities. This interactive session focuses on how to effectively “sell” a strategy by understanding stakeholder perspectives and translating ideas into priorities that resonate with senior leaders, boards, and donors.


Participants will be introduced to a practical framework for analyzing stakeholder narratives across institutional and workforce contexts, including presidents, CFOs, faculty, and employer partners. Using a structured Narrative Landscape Analysis, attendees will identify how key stakeholders think about issues such as workforce alignment, funding, rigor, and student success, and learn how to reframe their ideas to better align with those perspectives.


Designed for administrators, faculty leaders, and staff responsible for advancing initiatives, this session emphasizes application over theory. Participants will engage in guided reflection, small-group discussion, and a hands-on activity using a provided worksheet to map a real initiative from their institution. By the end of the session, attendees will develop a concise 2–3-sentence strategic pitch aligned with stakeholder priorities.


Attendees will receive a practical toolkit that includes the Narrative Landscape Analysis worksheet, a strategic messaging template, and access to the session slide deck. These resources are designed to be immediately usable and to support continued conversations with leadership and partners after the conference.


By focusing on alignment rather than persuasion, this session equips participants with the tools to move their ideas from concept to institutional priority.
Speakers
avatar for John Vasquez

John Vasquez

Assistant Vice Provost & Senior Director of the Comprehensive Studies Program, University of Michigan
Dr. John Vasquez serves as Assistant Vice Provost for Student Success and Senior Director of the Comprehensive Studies Program at the University of Michigan–Ann Arbor. With over two decades of experience across community colleges, Hispanic-Serving Institutions, and regional comprehensive... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Lincoln Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

2:15pm EDT

Learning Lab
Thursday September 17, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Conference Theater

Thursday September 17, 2026 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Conference Theater Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Learning Lab

3:00pm EDT

Break + Exhibitor Time
Thursday September 17, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT

Thursday September 17, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
  Exhibitors

3:30pm EDT

Beyond Instruction: Building Staff Capacity and Scaling Cybersecurity Work-Based Learning
Thursday September 17, 2026 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
Jefferson
Postsecondary CTE institutions are increasingly challenged to deliver high-quality technical instruction while building staff capacity to support student success in rapidly evolving fields. This session introduces an applied, workforce-integrated model—Cyber Conversations, an initiative of RW2 Career and Technical Education—that strengthens staff roles in student support and embeds work-based learning (WBL) within a cybersecurity program.
Attendees will explore how RW2 implements a structured WBL system with clearly defined roles, processes, and project-based learning experiences in which adult learners work alongside cybersecurity instructors and professionals to complete real-world, supervised projects. As Cyber Liaisons, adult learners gain practical experience within a guided, team-based environment, supported by defined staff roles, operational workflows, and professional oversight. The session will highlight desired outcomes, including increased WBL participation, sustained completion rates, documented skill attainment, and improved job readiness aimed at faster hiring and stronger placement.
Designed for postsecondary CTE administrators, program leaders, and staff responsible for student support and WBL implementation, this session provides insight into strategies and operational processes currently in place and actively evolving to embed WBL into technical programs and strengthen institutional capacity.
Participants will engage through a guided case study discussion, a brief live polling activity to capture institutional context, and a reflection-based action planning prompt to support immediate application.
Attendees will leave with a practical implementation roadmap, including a replicable project-based WBL model, defined staff roles and workflows, a liaison-style role outline, sample project intake and coordination templates, and key metrics to track participation, skill attainment, and job readiness outcomes.
Postsecondary CTE institutions are increasingly challenged to deliver high-quality technical instruction while building staff capacity to support student success in rapidly evolving fields. This session introduces an applied, workforce-integrated model—Cyber Conversations, an initiative of RW2 Career and Technical Education—that strengthens staff roles in student support and embeds work-based learning (WBL) within a cybersecurity program.
Attendees will explore how RW2 implements a structured WBL system with clearly defined roles, processes, and project-based learning experiences in which adult learners work alongside cybersecurity instructors and professionals to complete real-world, supervised projects. As Cyber Liaisons, adult learners gain practical experience within a guided, team-based environment, supported by defined staff roles, operational workflows, and professional oversight. The session will highlight desired outcomes, including increased WBL participation, sustained completion rates, documented skill attainment, and improved job readiness aimed at faster hiring and stronger placement.
Designed for postsecondary CTE administrators, program leaders, and staff responsible for student support and WBL implementation, this session provides insight into strategies and operational processes currently in place and actively evolving to embed WBL into technical programs and strengthen institutional capacity.
Participants will engage through a guided case study discussion, a brief live polling activity to capture institutional context, and a reflection-based action planning prompt to support immediate application.
Attendees will leave with a practical implementation roadmap, including a replicable project-based WBL model, defined staff roles and workflows, a liaison-style role outline, sample project intake and coordination templates, and key metrics to track participation, skill attainment, and job readiness outcomes.
Speakers
avatar for Joy Vann-Newton

Joy Vann-Newton

Founder and CEO, RW2 Career and Technical Education (RW2)
Dr. Joy Vann-Newton, formerly Vann-Hamilton, is the Founder and CEO of the nation’s first African-American and woman-owned career and technical school.  RW2 Career and Technical Education (RW2), is a nonprofit proprietary school with a mission of changing the FACE; closing the... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
Jefferson Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

3:30pm EDT

Creating Meaningful Health Career Pathways: A Perkins-Aligned Framework
Thursday September 17, 2026 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
Regency EF
Designing a meaningful, Perkins-aligned health career pathway can be complex.  In this session, postsecondary CTE leaders, counselors, and health program faculty will explore a proven model for connecting secondary CTE health programs with postsecondary health programs, guiding students from interest to informed decision-making.  


Participants will engage with a structured framework that integrates campus engagement, dual enrollment, career exploration, admissions preparation, credential awareness, and selective program readiness into a cohesive pathway.  Through guided reflection and discussion, attendees will identify opportunities to adapt the model within their own institutions.


Participants will gain practical tools, sample timelines, and strategies for measuring impact, as well as approaches for fostering collaboration across departments and institutions. 
Speakers
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Lisa DeLorenzo

Director of High School Partnerships, Harrisburg Area Community College
Lisa DeLorenzo is the Director of High School Partnerships at HACC, Central Pennsylvania’s Community College, where she leads efforts to connect high school students with college and career pathways through dual enrollment, College in the High School, and career and technical education... Read More →
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Megan Wert

Career & Technical Education Coordinator, Harrisburg Area Community College
Megan Wert is the Career & Technical Education Coordinator at HACC, Central Pennsylvania’s Community College, and coordinator of TechLink, a consortium of career and technical centers (CTCs) in South Central PA.  She collaborates with CTCs and high schools to strengthen secondary-to-postsecondary... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
Regency EF Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

3:30pm EDT

Exploring the Essential Elements of Industry-Recognized Credentials to Ensure Validity and Workplace Relevance
Thursday September 17, 2026 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
Washington A
Increased emphasis on embedding industry‑recognized credentials (IRCs) in technical programs underscores the need for rigorous, validated credentialing processes guided by ISO/IEC 17024 regulations, and that align academic and technical preparation with industry expectations. Industry-recognized credentials (IRCs) provide a tangible bridge between curricula and workforce development by validating competencies valued by employers. This presentation uses the Biotechnology Aptitude and Competency Exam (BACE) as a model for identifying critical elements for consideration when either developing or considering an existing credential to expand student opportunities and potential for employment. Within this session we will explore the processes and standards that ensure quality, reliability, and relevance in credentialing systems, which in turn provide insight for incorporating determinants of career-readiness into curricula. 
Speakers
avatar for Tamara Mandell

Tamara Mandell

Director, University of Florida, Biotility
Exploring critical elements of Industry-Recognized Credentials that bridge postsecondary curricula with workforce development, and that serve as broad indicators for career readiness. 
Thursday September 17, 2026 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
Washington A Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

3:30pm EDT

From Isolation to Collaboration: Launching Utah’s First Postsecondary CTE Summit
Thursday September 17, 2026 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
Roosevelt
Many states offer professional development opportunities for secondary CTE teachers, yet dedicated learning spaces for postsecondary CTE educators are often limited. This session shares the development and outcomes of Utah’s first statewide professional development summit designed specifically for postsecondary Career and Technical Education educators.


The Utah ACTE Postsecondary and Adult Continuing Education (PACE) division designed the summit to create space for educators to learn directly from one another through structured, small-group discussions rather than traditional conference presentations. The event is organized around facilitated roundtable conversations where educators share instructional practices, explore common challenges, and engage in cross-disciplinary collaboration.


Participants will learn how the summit was structured to support meaningful dialogue, how facilitators guide conversations, and how discussion topics are selected to address issues that matter most to postsecondary CTE educators. Early outcomes and participant feedback from the inaugural event will also be shared.
During the session, attendees will engage in brief discussion activities to experience elements of the roundtable approach and reflect on professional development needs within their own states or institutions. Participants will leave with practical ideas and a simple framework for creating educator-centered professional learning opportunities that emphasize peer learning, collaboration, and shared problem solving.


Participants will receive a planning framework, sample discussion prompts, and facilitation strategies that can be used to organize similar educator-focused professional learning events.
Speakers
avatar for Kari Lamoreaux

Kari Lamoreaux

Senior Lecturer, Utah State University
Senior Lecturer; Technology, Design, and Technical Education
Thursday September 17, 2026 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
Roosevelt Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

3:30pm EDT

Starting Earlier in the Trades, Early Results and Best Practices from North Carolina’s 9th–10th Grade CTE Dual Enrollment Pilot
Thursday September 17, 2026 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
Lincoln
This session shares early results and practical lessons from North Carolina’s 9th grade CTE dual enrollment pilot, with a focus on McDowell Technical Community College’s implementation model in partnership with McDowell High School. The presentation highlights how MTCC expanded access to college level CTE coursework by leveraging credentialed high school CTE faculty who are approved to serve as adjunct instructors for the college. Attendees will hear what worked, what required mid course corrections, and what it takes to run a model that is instructionally strong, operationally clean, and built to scale as statewide policy moves toward formalization.


This session will benefit community college academic affairs leaders, CTE deans and directors, dual enrollment and CCP staff, high school CTE administrators, registrars, advising teams, and anyone exploring participation in the pilot or preparing for broader expansion of 9th and 10th grade eligibility. It is also useful for institutions that want to strengthen high school to college instructional alignment, improve partnership workflows, and create earlier on ramps into high demand CTE pathways.


Attendees will leave with clear takeaways they can apply immediately, including a start to finish implementation blueprint that covers partnership planning, faculty credentialing and onboarding, course and curriculum alignment, scheduling and registration processes, student eligibility and advising supports, communication routines, and data tracking for performance reporting. The session will walk through common decision points and pitfalls, and offer practical strategies for maintaining quality control and consistency when instruction is delivered by high school faculty under a college adjunct model.


The session is designed to be interactive. Participants will work through a guided readiness check activity to assess their own local capacity, then engage in short table discussions around staffing, compliance, scheduling, and student support scenarios. A brief planning exercise will help attendees identify their next three actions, key stakeholders to involve, and the data elements they should be capturing now to support internal decision making and future policy reporting.


Deliverables will include a slide deck, a one page implementation checklist, a partnership workflow map that outlines roles and handoffs between the college and high school, a sample instructor onboarding and quality assurance outline, and a simple data tracking template that identifies early performance indicators colleges can use for local reporting and continuous improvement.
Speakers
avatar for Brandon Hensley PhD

Brandon Hensley PhD

Dean of Career and Technical Education, McDowell Technical Community College
Dr. Brandon Hensley is the Dean of Career and Technical Education at McDowell Technical Community College and a graduate of Old Dominion University, where he received his Ph.D. in Workforce and Organizational Development. With over two decades of experience spanning engineering, faculty... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
Lincoln Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

3:30pm EDT

The Trauma-Responsive Technical Education Framework: Reimagining Classroom, Laboratory, and Shop Learning in CTE
Thursday September 17, 2026 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
This session introduces the Trauma-Responsive Technical Education Framework, a model developed specifically for career and technical education settings such as classrooms, laboratories, shops, agricultural facilities, and clinical learning environments. The presentation examines how trauma can affect student engagement, regulation, behavior, persistence, and performance in technically demanding spaces and explains why general trauma-informed approaches may not fully address the unique realities of CTE.
The session will benefit secondary and postsecondary CTE teachers, teacher educators, administrators, counselors, and student support professionals seeking practical strategies to strengthen safety, trust, predictability, engagement, and instructional responsiveness in their programs. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of the framework and how it can be applied in their own classrooms, laboratories, and institutions without lowering rigor or compromising technical standards. 
Audience engagement will include guided reflection, discussion, and scenario-based application connected to real CTE contexts. Participants will receive presentation materials and practical resources, such as a framework overview handout, reflection or planning tools, and summary slides, to support implementation in their own settings. FlipCharts and TRTE posters are in development phase. Participants may be given to a limited number of participants.
Speakers
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Dr. Donna Crouch

Director of Career and Technical Education/Assistant Professor, Murray State University

Thursday September 17, 2026 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
  Concurrent Session

4:30pm EDT

Andragogy in Action: Supporting Transition to Postsecondary Education and the Workforce
Thursday September 17, 2026 4:30pm - 5:15pm EDT
Lincoln
The workforce needs individuals with some level of training. Community colleges provide access to support adult learners in meeting their academic and career goals (May-Varas, 2015, p. 81). Adult learners bring numerous experiences to the learning environment. These lived experiences support adult learners in accessing coursework and developing a deeper understanding of course content. 


In this presentation, adult educators will be able to identify adult learners’ experiences, develop a lesson, and integrate the lesson into their course to support learner success and transition. During this session, participants will engage in discussions and collaborate to develop lessons. Participants will be provided a copy of the presentation, sample lessons, and a lesson template.  
Speakers
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Sam May-Varas

Professor, Clark College
Dr. Sam May-Varas is a Basic Education faculty at Clark College in Vancouver, WA. His instruction is focused on supporting adult learners returning to earn their high school diploma or GED. Dr. May-Varas designs his courses to connect adult learners to lived experiences to support... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 4:30pm - 5:15pm EDT
Lincoln Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

4:30pm EDT

Closing the Postsecondary Gap in Title I Schools: A Four-Pillar CTE Framework Built From the Inside Out
Thursday September 17, 2026 4:30pm - 5:15pm EDT
Washington B
At Bloom Trail High School — a Title I school in Chicago Heights, Illinois — 87% of CTE participants are Black and Hispanic students, yet only 37.7% of graduates enroll in postsecondary education compared to a state average of 64.9%. That 27-point gap is not a student problem. It is a systems problem. And it is solvable.
This session presents the Four-Pillar CTE Framework: a practitioner-built model connecting industry certifications, dual credit, CTSOs, and work-based learning into an integrated postsecondary pipeline. Built from zero with $366,000 in competitive Perkins V and CTEI grants, this framework produces measurable outcomes — including dual credit enrollment of 19.7%, exceeding the Illinois state average of 17.9%, and 64.8% of low-income CTE students earning postsecondary credits.
Designed for CTE administrators, district leaders, and postsecondary partners, this session provides a replicable fiscal and programmatic strategy for transforming CTE spending into postsecondary equity outcomes. Participants engage in a Four-Pillar Gap Analysis activity, small-group implementation planning, and a Perkins alignment exercise. Attendees leave with a Gap Analysis Tool, a Perkins V alignment matrix, and a 90-day implementation checklist.
Speakers
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Abronia S. Young

Division Coordinator, Bloom Twp HSD 206
I didn't walk across a stage to get my high school diploma. I earned my GED — from the same school my daughter graduated from as valedictorian thirty years later. She earned over two million dollars in scholarships. She is graduating from Purdue University as a civil engineer.I... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 4:30pm - 5:15pm EDT
Washington B Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

4:30pm EDT

Redesigning the Role of Industry Credentials in Postsecondary CTE
Thursday September 17, 2026 4:30pm - 5:15pm EDT
Washington A
Postsecondary CTE leaders are under increasing pressure to demonstrate workforce relevance, enrollment value, and student outcomes. Industry‑recognized credentials are often discussed as a solution, but they are too often implemented as isolated add‑ons rather than strategic program assets.
This session explores how postsecondary institutions can integrate industry certifications into CTE pathways in ways that support enrollment, persistence, employer alignment, and student confidence. Drawing on real‑world adoption patterns across community colleges and technical institutions, participants will examine practical models for credential alignment, faculty buy‑in, and employer signaling.
 
Designed for postsecondary CTE administrators, faculty leaders, and program directors, the session will help attendees assess how credentialing is currently used within their own programs and identify opportunities to better align credentials with institutional goals.
 
The session will be delivered as a guided discussion, inviting participants to reflect on their current credentialing practices, share what they are aiming to achieve, and engage with examples of how other institutions are approaching credential integration.
 
Attendees will leave with concrete strategies for positioning credentials as a core component of postsecondary CTE program design that supports stronger pathways, clearer employer signaling, and improved student confidence.
 

Participants will receive a digital handout summarizing key discussion points and considerations to support continued planning and application within their institutions.
Speakers
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April Baek

Program Executive, Pearson
April Baek is a program executive focused on advancing access, employability, and innovation across education and workforce systems. She leads large‑scale initiatives that expand certification‑aligned pathways across K–12, higher education, and career training, aligning talent... Read More →
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Scott D’Amico

Executive Vice President, CertNexus
Scott D’Amico is Executive Vice President at CertNexus, bringing over 20 years of experience in education, workforce training, and emerging technology. He specializes in bridging the digital skills gap by helping institutions and employers adopt industry‑recognized certifications... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 4:30pm - 5:15pm EDT
Washington A Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

4:30pm EDT

Reskill/Upskill: A Blueprint for Innovative Workforce Development Through Strategic Partnerships
Thursday September 17, 2026 4:30pm - 5:15pm EDT
Regency EF
The ReSkill/UpSkill Initiative showcases a strategic partnership between K–12 school districts and the Southern California ROC to reskill and upskill district employees in response to evolving workforce needs. This initiative strengthens internal talent pipelines - providing staff with access to industry-aligned training pathways leading to certification, advancement, and long-term career mobility.


Participants will explore how this collaboration leveraged CTE infrastructure and industry expertise to design targeted training programs, address district workforce gaps, improve retention and institutional capacity, and build sustainable, scalable workforce development models.


The session examines program design, funding strategies, governance considerations, and implementation lessons learned. Designed for district and ROC/P administrators facing staffing shortages, limited hiring pools, and fiscal constraints, this session provides practical planning tools and replicable strategies to develop sustainable, workforce-aligned professional development systems - reframing workforce shortages as an opportunity to invest in people and strengthen institutional capacity, and the broader regional economy.
Speakers
avatar for Ashley Davis

Ashley Davis

Assistant Superintendent, Southern California Regional Occupational Center
Ashley Davis is proud to serve as the Assistant Superintendent of the Southern California Regional Occupational Center, where she provides strategic oversight of Career Technical Education (CTE) programs and leads initiatives to expand high-quality pathways aligned with workforce... Read More →
avatar for Julian Rodriguez, Ed.D.

Julian Rodriguez, Ed.D.

Superintendent, Southern California Regional Occupational Center
Dr. Julian Rodriguez serves as Superintendent of the Southern California Regional Occupational Center (SoCal ROC), where he leads a Joint Powers Authority dedicated to advancing high-quality Career Technical Education (CTE) for high school and adult learners across the South Bay region... Read More →
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Brianne Nakayama

Executive Director, Southern California Regional Occupatinal Center
Brianne Nakayama is the Executive Director of the Southern California Regional Occupational Center (SoCal ROC), where she leads with a student-centered vision grounded in access, opportunity, and excellence. With administrative experience spanning elementary, middle, and high school... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 4:30pm - 5:15pm EDT
Regency EF Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

4:30pm EDT

Zero Budget Security
Thursday September 17, 2026 4:30pm - 5:15pm EDT
Roosevelt
Zero-Budget Security challenges the assumption that improving school safety requires additional funding, technology, or infrastructure. This session emphasizes that many of the most effective security measures rely on human behavior, awareness, and organizational culture rather than financial investment. Participants will examine how everyday actions—such as situational awareness, active supervision, communication, reporting, and ownership of space—directly influence school safety. The session also highlights common vulnerabilities that exist even in well-resourced schools and demonstrates how these gaps can be addressed through consistent practices and the effective use of existing personnel and policies. Through practical examples and discussion, the session reframes security as a shared responsibility across all staff roles, strengthening prevention and preparedness without requiring additional resources.
Speakers
avatar for Keith Stewart

Keith Stewart

Director of Safety and Security, Canadian Valley Technology Center
Keith Stewart is the director of safety and security for Canadian Valley technology Center and holds a master’s degree in Administrative Leadership from the University of Oklahoma. After retiring from the Duncan Police Department following 21 years of service, Keith continued his... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 4:30pm - 5:15pm EDT
Roosevelt Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Concurrent Session

5:30pm EDT

Exhibitor Breakdown
Thursday September 17, 2026 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Independence A

Thursday September 17, 2026 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Independence A Hyatt Regency | 2799 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA
  Exhibitors

6:00pm EDT

Poster Presentation & PACE Networking Reception
Thursday September 17, 2026 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT

Thursday September 17, 2026 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
  Meals

7:30pm EDT

Tour (additional fee): Monument Twilight Tour
Thursday September 17, 2026 7:30pm - 9:30pm EDT
Experience the heart of Washington, D.C. on this guided monument tour by bus! Journey through the nation's capital as you take in iconic landmarks and breathtaking views of the National Mall.
This tour includes a scenic stop at the Lincoln Memorial and Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, where you'll get a chance to explore tributes to two of America's most enduring legacies — one a president who preserved a nation, the other a leader who transformed it. Capture photos, soak in the history, and reflect on the powerful stories these memorials tell. This is a perfect opportunity to experience the majesty of D.C. without the hassle of parking or navigating traffic.

Thursday September 17, 2026 7:30pm - 9:30pm EDT
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