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Monday, October 21
 

3:20pm PDT

Plenary: Launching the National Modernized Career Clusters Framework
Monday October 21, 2024 3:20pm - 5:30pm PDT
Career Clusters Guidebook PDF
This opening session officially marks the launch of the modernized National Career Clusters Framework. The session will feature an overview of the new Framework, available tools and resources, and a demonstration of our new webpages. We will have a reaction panel with state and national leaders, and a gallery walk to highlight each of the new Career Clusters.
Moderators
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Katie Graham

State CTE Director, Nebraska Department of Education
Dr. Katie Graham has served as the Administrator for the Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education at the Nebraska Department of Education since 2018. She is extensively involved in the coordination of activities between education, workforce development, and economic development... Read More →
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Thalea Longhurst

State CTE Director, Utah State Board of Education
Thalea Longhurst is the State Director of Career and Technical Education for Utah. She is responsible for administering all aspects of the career and technical education programs offered throughout Utah in public education (K-12). Thalea is also responsible to provide leadership for... Read More →
Speakers
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Trey Michael

State CTE Director, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction
Trey Michael is a lifelong North Carolina citizen and a champion for student success. Trey has served the Office of Career and Technical Education at the Department of Public Instruction for 21 years, including the last four as State Director. In these roles, he has worked with business... Read More →
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Kate Kreamer

Executive Director, Advance CTE
Kate Kreamer serves as the Executive Director of Advance CTE, leading policy and communications efforts to ensure each learner has access to high-quality Career Technical Education (CTE). In her role, she manages large-scale projects that sit at the nexus of policy, advocacy, communications... Read More →
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Dan Hinderliter

Associate Director, State Policy, Advance CTE
As Associate Director of State Policy for Advance CTE, Dan works on a number of different projects related to state policy, including supporting project teams for the New Skills ready network, providing state technical assistance, and developing publications and resources for Advance... Read More →
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Melissa Rekeweg

Managing Director, National Council for Agricultural Education
Melissa Rekeweg is the Managing Director for NCAE and the Associate Director of Strategic Initiatives for the National FFA Organization.  Melissa began her career as an agricultural education teacher and moved on to serve as the Indiana FFA Executive Director and the State Director... Read More →
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Eva Mitchell

CEO, Coalition for Career Development Center
Eva Mitchell is the CEO of the Coalition for Career Development Center, where she first started as Chief Program Officer in 2022. Eva previously served as Chief of Accountability for Boston Public Schools, where she was responsible for state and federal programs, implementation of... Read More →
Monday October 21, 2024 3:20pm - 5:30pm PDT
Painted Mountain Ballroom BC
 
Tuesday, October 22
 

8:15am PDT

Plenary: Managing Change
Tuesday October 22, 2024 8:15am - 9:45am PDT
Successful implementation of the National Career Clusters Framework hinges on effective change management. Join us for a plenary session to explore the art of navigating change and its critical role in ensuring successful outcomes. We'll delve into key elements for effective, sustainable implementation and equip you with actionable takeaways to drive positive change for CTE in your state.

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Speakers
avatar for Thomas DeWire

Thomas DeWire

Founder and Principal Consultant, EdScale, LLC
For over two decades, Tom has worked with states, districts, schools and education-focused organizations to get better results through a relentless focus on effective implementation. Tom helps educators take practices to scale through his expertise in strategy, implementation, capacity... Read More →
avatar for Kate Kreamer

Kate Kreamer

Executive Director, Advance CTE
Kate Kreamer serves as the Executive Director of Advance CTE, leading policy and communications efforts to ensure each learner has access to high-quality Career Technical Education (CTE). In her role, she manages large-scale projects that sit at the nexus of policy, advocacy, communications... Read More →
Tuesday October 22, 2024 8:15am - 9:45am PDT
Painted Mountain Ballroom BC
 
Wednesday, October 23
 

8:30am PDT

Plenary: Engaging Employers in CTE
Wednesday October 23, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am PDT
Employers are vital partners in shaping CTE’s future in ways that benefit economies and communities. Join us for an insightful panel discussion aimed at bridging gaps between education, industry talent needs and workforce development. This session will feature employers and state leaders sharing their expertise on how to navigate the current hiring landscape, establish impactful public-private partnerships, and build and maintain strong connections with employers.
Learning objectives:
  • Gain an understanding of current industry talent needs associated with hiring and retaining a qualified and skilled workforce. 
  • Learn about establishing public-private partnerships and how to foster effective collaboration with employers.
  • Understand how to connect and/or deepen relationships through peer and industry partnerships.
Moderators
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Kevin Johnson

Senior Advisor, Advance CTE
Dr. Kevin Johnson, Sr. is a native of Monroe, Louisiana, and an Iraq War Veteran who served 10 years in the US Army as a Respiratory Therapist. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies from Thomas Edison State University, a Master of Education in Education Leadership and Policy... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Joy Rich

Dr. Joy Rich

Manager, Workforce Development-Community Relationships, Nissan North America
Dr. Joy Rich has 24 years of experience in K-12, postsecondary education, and workforce development, currently serving as the Manager of Workforce Development and Community Relationships for Nissan North America. With a strong belief that "A Rising Tide Lifts All Boats," she is dedicated... Read More →
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Patti Taylor

Director, Student Health Careers, Banner Health
Patti Taylor, MHA is the Director of Student Health Careers at Banner Health. She oversees the coordination of over 30,000 clinical rotations annually, academic partnerships, tuition assistance, grants, and scholarship programs which span six states. Patti is dedicated to growing... Read More →
Wednesday October 23, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am PDT
Painted Mountain Ballroom BC

11:00am PDT

Plenary: Up to DATE with OCTAE
Wednesday October 23, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am PDT
Wednesday October 23, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am PDT
Painted Mountain Ballroom BC
 
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