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Monday, July 25
 

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Monday July 25, 2022 TBA

7:00am EDT

CTE Student Scholarship Raffle
Support the Darrell Parks Scholarship Fund
Buy raffle tickets now or at conference for the chance to win some great prizes!
Scan the QR code at the bottom to pay now via credit card
(make sure you put “Scholarship Fund” in the reference)
Raffle Entry Prices:
$1 for 1 entry
$5 for 6 entries
$20 for 25 entries

See below for a list of prizes!

Donated by Unmanned Safety Institute-Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Safety Textbook Value $119
Donated by the BrainCo-NeuroMaker HAND and NeuroMaker BCI (2 winners!) Value $500 each
Donated by CertiPort-Backpack
Donated by the National Restaurant Association-Guest Service Gold-Tourism Online Course and Certification Exam. Value $85
Donated by Personal Finance Lab-Site License for a teacher for 1 year. Finance games and curriculum for your class!
Donated by Pocket Nurse-20 oz Yeti
Donated by Strivven Media LLC-Gift basket
Donated by YouScience-$100 visa gift card
Donated by Chris Gardner-A 2 night stay at the MohicanView Tiny Cabin. **Weeknights only. Based on availability**
Donated by Beth Bronkar-Spirits basket valued at $120.
Donated by eDynamic-Small cooler with Tumbler and note pad
Donated by Directions Credit Union-2 $50 gift cards (2 winners!)




Monday July 25, 2022 7:00am - Tuesday July 26, 2022 6:30pm EDT
TBA

9:00am EDT

Conference Registration Open 9 am - 4 pm
Monday July 25, 2022 9:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Grand Ballroom Foyer

11:00am EDT

Assembly of Delegates - Delegates
Presenters
avatar for Bill DiMascio

Bill DiMascio

Ohio ACTE President, West Shore Career-Technical
Bill is the Coordinator of Career-Technology Education for the West Shore Career-Technical District--serving Lakewood, Bay Village Rocky River & Westlake Schools. Before joining Lakewood City Schools as House Principal in 2012, Bill was the Akron Alternative Academy Program Manager... Read More →


Monday July 25, 2022 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Lilac Room

11:30am EDT

CTE Futures Committee - Invite Only - includes lunch
Committee members only

Monday July 25, 2022 11:30am - 1:00pm EDT
Magnolia Room

12:00pm EDT

1:00pm EDT

General Session: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Becky Crance and Brenna Bartlett, Office of Career-Technical Education at the Ohio Department of Education will summarize the Perkins V State Plan's emphasis on improving inequitites in access for students in career-technical education and briefly discuss the impact of sharing best practices to benefit all students. 

Dwight Carter, Director of Student Support Systems at Eastland-Fairfied Career & Tech, will discuss the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion plan that was implemented to improve gaps in access, engagement and student outcomes. 

Tiffany Jones, Recruitment & Rentention Coordinator at Butler Tech, will discuss the process to restructure the application process and make career-technical education admission accessible for all students. 

Presenters
avatar for Dwight Carter

Dwight Carter

Director of Student Support Systems, Eastland-Fairfield Career and Technical School District
avatar for Becky Crance

Becky Crance

Equitable Access Program Administrator, ODE CTE
Equitable Access Program Administrator and Interim Methods of Administration Coordinator for the Office of Career-Technical Education.
avatar for Brenna Bartlett

Brenna Bartlett

Assistant Director, ODE Office of CTE
avatar for Tiffany Jones

Tiffany Jones

Recruitment and Retention Coordinator, Butler Tech



Monday July 25, 2022 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Grand Ballroom

3:30pm EDT

Opening Session: Welcome, Lt. Governor Jon Husted and Educator Awards Recognition
Join your colleagues as the conference kicks off with SPECIAL GUEST LT. GOV. JON HUSTED, a welcome from the Ohio ACTE President and recognition of our superior, award winning career-tech and adult educators.  Award winners will be honored by students, officers representing career-technical student organizations.

Click here to meet this year's winners.

The Awards Program and student presenter advisors are Sandy Elliott and Bev Squirrel, Wayne County Schools Career Center.
Student Presenters:
FCCLA - Lillian Shelly, Butler Tech
BPA - Hiba Loukssi, Xenia
HOSA - Avni Patel, Lakota East/Butler Tech
FFA - Aubrey Schwartz, Miami Trace, Great Oaks
SkillsUSA - Sophia Walker, Upper Valley Career Center
DECA -  Isabella Lambrinides

The Awards being presented to Award Winners were produced by students in the Computer-Aided Design & Engineering Technologies Program at Theodore Roosevelt High School, Jeffrey Bee, Instructor.  CAD & Engineering Technologies/ The Engineering Academy


Presenters
avatar for Jon Husted

Jon Husted

Lt. Governor, State of Ohio
Jon Husted is the 66th and current Lt. Governor of Ohio, a position he has held since his inauguration in January of 2019. As Lt. Governor, Husted leads the Office of Workforce Transformation, which works to identify the needs of Ohio businesses and align workers' skills with those... Read More →
avatar for Sandy Elliott

Sandy Elliott

Career Technical Supervisor, Wayne County Schools Career Center
I have worked in Career Technical Education for the past 30 years, having the opportunity to work with both secondary and post-secondary students.  I am currently serving as a Career Technical Supervisor at Wayne County Schools Career Center.  My current responsibilities in this... Read More →
avatar for Beverly Squirrell

Beverly Squirrell

English/Language Arts Teacher, Wayne County Schools Career Center
avatar for Bill DiMascio

Bill DiMascio

Ohio ACTE President, West Shore Career-Technical
Bill is the Coordinator of Career-Technology Education for the West Shore Career-Technical District--serving Lakewood, Bay Village Rocky River & Westlake Schools. Before joining Lakewood City Schools as House Principal in 2012, Bill was the Akron Alternative Academy Program Manager... Read More →


Monday July 25, 2022 3:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
Grand Ballroom

5:30pm EDT

PINS & PIZZA Monday MeetUp - All attendees invited!

Join your colleagues for this networking event to kick off the Conference. This event is designed to allow you to get to know each other, catch up with colleagues and exchange ideas in a fun environment.
Surprises await attendees as we celebrate summer, CTE and getting together!

Pins Mechanical is 10 minute walk from the Hilton.  Click here for walking directions.
The event will take place on the second floor, patio area. There are elevators and stairs.

Pizza/snacks will be provided as part of the event - you won't want to miss a great opportunity to network!





Monday July 25, 2022 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Pins Mechanical at Easton 4117 Worth Avenue Columbus, OH 43219
 
Tuesday, July 26
 

7:00am EDT

Conference Registration/Information
Tuesday July 26, 2022 7:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Grand Ballroom Foyer

7:00am EDT

7:15am EDT

Continental Breakfast
Tuesday July 26, 2022 7:15am - 8:00am EDT
Easton Foyer

8:00am EDT

Academic Esports: A Gateway to Student Credentials/Certifications
Today’s technological challenges shift almost day to day. Global competition for in-demand tech related careers is at an all-time high and will continue to increase as the world ideologies, environmental factors, and high-tech globalization flourishes. Students face challenging and life changing career decisions during formative years and once in secondary education, they are ready to begin mastering skills and earn credentials/certifications to enter the workforce and/or pursue higher education. Integrating rigorous CTE STEM curricula, Esports and academic curricula allows students to enjoy the benefit of graduating college, career, and military ready. Discover how to maximize your STEM and IT Pathways while garnering support from all stakeholders – business and industry, teachers, administrators, parents, and the community at large.

Presenters


Tuesday July 26, 2022 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Regent 3 Room

8:00am EDT

Data to Actions - Career Tech Data Analytics
In-Depth discussion regarding how RG Drage Career Center completely transformed how it captures follow-up, certifications and capstone data and then uses that data to make actionable decisions using data analytics. Career Tech centers are typically relying on Google Forms, Excel files to track data for State/EMIS reporting. This process however involves manual collection of data from multiple sources, is labor intensive both for teachers and admin staff, prone to errors and is not very efficient. In addition, it is very difficult to understand broader patterns in data and gather metrics to understand which programs are successful or not. This session will discuss how RG Drage Career Tech Center captures, uses historical data with eMoksha Tracker and Analytics platform. This allows them to produce ready-made metrics and data for EMIS/state reporting with click of a button and results in efficiencies across the board for teachers, administrative staff and executives.

Presenters
avatar for Dan

Dan

RG Drage Career Tech Center
avatar for Vik Mehta

Vik Mehta

Managing Principal, eMoshka
Vik Mehta is Founder and Managing Principal at eMoksha, a Data Science Company. eMoksha provides data, software and analytics solutions in multiple industries with AI, Machine Learning at the front and center of all solutions.  We offer a 'Tracker' Platform for Career Tech Education... Read More →



Tuesday July 26, 2022 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Juniper C Room

8:00am EDT

FoolProof Real Free Interactive Financial Education Curriculum.Great solution to meet the new Ohio Personal Finance Graduation requirement.
The FoolProof Financial Literacy Curriculum is a free, highly interactive, self‐grading group of online lessons.  The modules teach young people about earning money, financial responsibility, critical thinking skills, and the realities of the free enterprise system. The FoolProof curriculum has pre and post tests to gauge student knowledge and supplemental class assignments and activities. Teachers are encouraged to bring their devices, this will be an interactive session.  New to FoolProof is our partnership with Stash 101's real time investment simulator and our NeighborMood "virtual to reality" game.  FoolProof is aligned to the Ohio Financial Literacy Standards and Jump$tart National Standards. FoolProof is free to all users through our credit union and foundation partners.

Presenters
avatar for Mike Sheffer

Mike Sheffer

Director of Education, FoolProof Foundation
Mike Sheffer is FoolProof’s Director of Education and Board Member of the FoolProof Foundation. Recently retired after 32 years of teaching and coaching in the Corning-Painted Post School District in New York State. He was an International Baccalaureate Teacher of IB Business and... Read More →



Tuesday July 26, 2022 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Juniper B Room

8:00am EDT

Interventions and Strategies for Each Tier
This presentation will provide interventions and strategies for each Tier of the RTI process. It is accessible for academics and lab classrooms.

Presenters
avatar for Ashleigh Miller

Ashleigh Miller

Coordinator of Student Support Services, Eastland-Fairfield Career and Technical Schools
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Vicki Huey

Coordinator of Student Support Services, Eastland Fairfield Career and Technical Schools



Tuesday July 26, 2022 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Regent 1 Room

8:00am EDT

Non CDL Driver Apprentice Program
Presenters

Tuesday July 26, 2022 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Magnolia Room

8:00am EDT

The Ultimate Student Experience in Career Technical Education - Adult Education
This presentation will focus on connecting adult learners with training opportunities at OTC's and postsecondary institutions. The presentation will cover best practices of connecting with adult learners through marketing, partnerships, and funding.
*Shoemaker Leadership Group

Presenters
avatar for Kyle Fulton

Kyle Fulton

Coordinator, C-TEC
Manufacturing, Customized Workforce, and Public Safety Training Coordinator at C-TEC Postsecondary
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Kayla Ruberg

Costumized Training Coordinator, Great Oaks - Adult Education
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Duane

Upper Valley Career Center - Adult Division
avatar for Deanna Strauss

Deanna Strauss

Manager for CTE Pathways & Programs, Lorain County Community College
Deanna Strauss Hersko is a Manager for CTE Pathways & Programs at Lorain County Community College in Elyria, Ohio. She is a proud first-generation community college graduate and earned her master’s degree in higher education administration from The University of Akron. Hersko’s... Read More →
avatar for Tina Hayslett

Tina Hayslett

District Communications | CTE Recruitment Coordinator, Lorain County JVS


Tuesday July 26, 2022 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Juniper A Room

8:00am EDT

Turn-key Solution to Industry-Recognized Credentials for Your Students
Experts from the field of education will join Embold to present a turn-key solution for the obtainment of 100+ business/technical industry-recognized credentials.

Presenters
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Marcy Raymond

Strategy Officer, PAST Foundation
avatar for Rob Musick

Rob Musick

CEO, Embold
Rob Musick, founder and CEO of Embold, obtained his Master’s degree from Mount Vernon Nazarene University and has 25+ years of organizational management experience. He is the former Chief Information Officer of Cumberland Insurance and has served on Technology Curriculum Advisory... Read More →



Tuesday July 26, 2022 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Regent 2 Room

9:15am EDT

General Session
Presenters
avatar for Dan Faill

Dan Faill

Keynote Speaker
Dan Faill has spoken to thousands of college students across the country. But rather than listing off jobs and accomplishments that most of you will tune out anyway, here are some fun facts:In high school, Dan won a national championship for acting...as a mime. He was also nominated... Read More →


Tuesday July 26, 2022 9:15am - 10:30am EDT
Grand Ballroom

10:45am EDT

A Radical Shift in Ohio Graduation Pathways

With a major shift in the American Education Policy, there's a need to restructure the ways in which we develop and scale work-based learning. While educators redefine readiness, it's crucial to track both CTE concentrators and state compliancy while putting student success at the forefront. We'll address ESSA, Perkins, and WIOA alignment along with the explosion of “choose your adventure” graduation requirements, and ever-changing legislation. We will foster open dialogue to discuss  what it means for a student to truly be career and life ready with specific examples of how districts and intermediaries are scaling WBL and career pathways.

Presenters
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Ken Broermann

VP of Sales and Marketing, Transeo
After spending over a decade as a leader in award-winning organizations supporting students, Ken saw first-hand the problems facing today’s schools and the challenge of preparing students to be work-ready, for post-secondary education, and ultimately, to live a fulfilled life. First... Read More →


Tuesday July 26, 2022 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Regent 3 Room

10:45am EDT

Authentic Student Research: It's Still In Style
During this session, we will present opportunities that Career Technical Programs have to collaborate with The Ohio Academy of Science. Students and educators are encouraged to learn more about Believe in Ohio, a FREE STEM Entrepreneurship program/competition, and Science Day, the NEW revised Ohio Science Fair. Attendees will leave with all of the tools and resources they need to begin with their students on day one of the academic year as these programs will fit seamlessly with your established curriculum. And...did we mention the classroom grants for educators, award money for student participants and scholarship opportunities??!!??

Presenters
avatar for Nicholas Weldy

Nicholas Weldy

Superintendent, Miami Valley CTC
avatar for Angela McMurry

Angela McMurry

Director of Programs, The Ohio Academy of Science
Angie McMurry has been involved in STEM education for over twenty years.  She graduated from Ohio Northern University in 1999 with degrees in Biology, Environmental Science and Education. Angie also has her MA Ed from the University of Dayton and is a licensed Principal. Her previous... Read More →



Tuesday July 26, 2022 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Juniper A Room

10:45am EDT

Cardinal Works - technical, on the job training for students who require individualized supports to transition to employment
The Cardinal Works program provides technical, on the job training for students who require individualized supports to transition to competitive, integrated employment upon graduation. Students participate in work programs that enable to them to develop work attitudes, values, and interpersonal skills needed to succeed in the world of work.

Cardinal Works is an expansion of our existing adult education program and will be starting in the fall of 2022 . The creation of this program was based on review of our equity data and a desire to close the gap with participation of SPED students in CTE. In addition, Mentor Schools was recently awarded the Equity for Each grant in the amount of $200,000 to increase opportunities for students.

Presenters
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Robert Berwald

Cardinal Works Instructor, Mentor High School
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Sarah Bidlack

Cardinal Works Instructor
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Julia Ezzo

Special Education Supervisor, Mentor Schools, Mentor Schools
Julia Ezzo M.Ed is an Intervention Specialist and Transition Coordinator in the Mentor Exempted School District in the Mentor, Ohio. AnIntervention Specialist for 9 years, Ezzo has worked with individuals with disabilities from 3 to 22. She currently provides core academicinstruction... Read More →
JG

Joe Glavan

Director of CTE, Lake Shore Compact / Mentor High School
Dr. Joseph Glavan is the Director of the Lake Shore Compact, a consortium providing career technical education programming for Euclid, Mentor and Wickliffe school systems in northeast Ohio. Along with his Doctorate in Educational Leadership, Dr. Glavan also holds a Master of Business... Read More →



Tuesday July 26, 2022 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Juniper B Room

10:45am EDT

Hands-on Cybersecurity with CYBER.ORG's Curricula
In this session, you will learn how to implement Cybersecurity in your classroom with the help of CYBER.ORG’s free Cybersecurity course. The content developers will showcase the course, which contains attack and defense style labs using a cyber range, numerous real-world case studies, as well as 150+ lessons (containing teacher notes, presentation materials, and quizzes).

In partnership with the Department of Homeland Security, CYBER.ORG's Cybersecurity course is designed for 9-12 cybersecurity classrooms at no cost to the educators/schools. Aligned to CompTIA's SY0-601 Security+ objectives, this course is aimed at preparing students to become workforce-ready by exploring the threats and vulnerabilities of cybersecurity.

This session will provide an overview of the full year-long course and show you how to implement this modular curriculum into your specific classroom. Lesson topics include:

•Cryptography and Encryption
•Social Engineering Attacks
•Laws and Policies
•Risk assessment for all systems, including IoT and mobile devices

Presenters
avatar for Joe McAdam

Joe McAdam

Curriculum Development Specialist, CYBER.ORG
Joe MacAdam is a Curriculum Development Specialist for CYBER.ORG, focusing on High School content. Prior to CYBER.ORG, Joe spent 4 years teaching a variety of subjects - Algebra II, Pre-Calculus, and CYBER.ORG’s own Cyber Literacy, Cyber Science, and Physics - in New Orleans, LA... Read More →


Tuesday July 26, 2022 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Magnolia Room

10:45am EDT

Jobs That Pay - Preparing Tomorrow’s Construction Leaders
As the construction industry braces for a significant shortfall of talent, what is being done
to prepare tomorrow's leaders for the opportunities that lie ahead? Coming down the pipeline of tomorrow's economy are students who are striving for a successful career. There is inter-connectivity between our students, teachers, resources, and companies that are hiring.

This session will provide attendees with some best practices of what educators around the state are doing to prepare their students for the career opportunities from our industry. Learning objectives for this session include: how to engage industry in the classroom, educational resources that are available to assure that students are being taught the skills needed to succeed, examples of industry partnerships that are already working well for K-12, and opportunities for students to get a jumpstart on their construction training while still in
school.

Presenters
avatar for Susan Muggeo

Susan Muggeo

Executive Director, Pearson
Susan Muggeo is the Pearson NCCER Executive Director for Ohio. She works with industry and education in expanding the NCCER curriculum and credential to the workforce and student learners. Missioned with helping to build a safe sustainable skilled workforce of craft professionals... Read More →


Tuesday July 26, 2022 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Regent 2 Room

10:45am EDT

Meet the Workforce Demand with Innovative Healthcare Pathway Designs
Healthcare workers are in critical demand. How can we help meet the workforce needs and prepare students for these demanding careers? Come and learn about innovative ways to redesign your programs to offer various pathways and certifications.


Presenters
avatar for Abbie Cook

Abbie Cook

Bioscience Center Site Supervisor, Butler Tech
Dr. Abbie Cook is the site supervisor of the Butler Tech Bioscience Center an innovative blended learning campus in West Chester, OH. She has worked as a Director of Curriculum and Assessment in the career tech and with online and blended learning throughout the state. She is passionate... Read More →



Tuesday July 26, 2022 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Regent 1 Room

10:45am EDT

NC3 FESTO Certification and Ohio Roadmap to Smart Manufacturing
NC3 Certifications and the Ohio Roadmap to Smart Manufacturing: In this session we will discuss the implementation of NC3 Certifications and the impact they can have in your local community. We will cover the basics of the certifications from lesson plans to labs, what equipment is needed to implement the training, and instructor training. We will also talk about engaging your local manufacturing partners and how to use the Ohio Industry-Recognized Credentials as part of your schools’ program.  

Presenters
avatar for Lisa Marshall

Lisa Marshall

Lisa Marshall is the NC3 Festo Program Manager. She supports schools in implementing certifications within their programs and works closely with school administration as well as instructors to develop training schedules for instructors, to prepare them for success. In addition to... Read More →
CW

Chad Whited

Director of Business Development: Midwest, Advanced Technologies Consultants
avatar for Advanced Technologies Consultants

Advanced Technologies Consultants

Advanced Technologies Consultants
Advanced Technologies Consultants, Inc. (ATC) is the nation’s leading distributor of technical training curriculum, equipment and furniture. We offer a comprehensive solution of products including; Alternative Energy, Automation/CNC, eLearning, Electricity/Electronics, Electric... Read More →


Tuesday July 26, 2022 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Juniper C Room

10:45am EDT

We All Deserve a Fighting Chance

Breaking news flashes across the TV or a news alert on our phones active shooter. When Run and Hide are no longer an option, someone always chooses to fight back. Most of the time, it is with only their hands. Threat Extinguisher gives you a highly effective way to fight back with a non-lethal option that anyone can use. Removing the canister will let everyone know it's time to lock down and the event's location. At the same time, it calls 911 for help, reducing response time. Now in your hand, you have a better way to fight back.
Alert, Notify, Defend

Exhibitors

Tuesday July 26, 2022 10:45am - 11:45am EDT
Lilac Room

12:00pm EDT

Lunch
Tuesday July 26, 2022 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Grand Ballroom

1:15pm EDT

Biz Courses + Bellringers: Standards-Based Marketing/Accounting/Business/Entrepreneurship/Economics/Finance Courses
BusinessU now offers OH-specific standards-based reporting & a weekly Bellringer series!
BusinessU is a standards-based, interactive curriculum platform with full-year courses including Marketing, Personal Finance, Entrepreneurship, Accounting, Intro to Business, Economics, Management, and Finance. Each course provides lessons based on standards, video content presented from a group of young, diverse entrepreneurs, and also various summative (auto-graded) and formative (individual and group activities) assessments, projects, discussions, & exams. The platform also includes a weekly bellringer video resource based on current events and case studies.
The Teacher Dashboard provides real-time measuring and monitoring tools, standards-based analytics, group management, tracks student leader efficacy, and custom rubrics. Fully integrated with Google Classroom, Canvas, Schoology and MS Teams.

Presenters

Tuesday July 26, 2022 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Magnolia Room

1:15pm EDT

1:15pm EDT

1:15pm EDT

1:15pm EDT

Just in Time Topic - Marketing
Tuesday July 26, 2022 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Regent 2 Room

1:15pm EDT

1:15pm EDT

Serving Special Populations through CTE Programming
This presentation will explore the many CTE Programming options available to students in grades 7-12, including Career Based Intervention, Job-Training Coordination, middle-school coursework and worforce development pathways. We will specifically discuss the importance of student goals, needed interventions and desired outcomes in determining the best placement for a student. Resources to be shared from multiple offices within the Ohio Department of Education.


Presenters
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Chelsea Canterbury

Education Program Specialist, Ohio Department of Education
Hi there!  I'm Chelsea, and I am new to the Ohio Department of Education.  For the last ten years, I've been an ELA teacher in Career-Tech.  Now, I'm 110% CTE!  My true motivation is providing opportunities and support for students who are trying to find and meet their goals... Read More →
avatar for Brenna Bartlett

Brenna Bartlett

Assistant Director, ODE Office of CTE



Tuesday July 26, 2022 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Regent 3 Room

2:00pm EDT

2:30pm EDT

Broadband Workforce Update
Presenters
avatar for Peter Voderberg

Peter Voderberg

Chief, BroadbandOhio, BroadBand Ohio
Peter Voderberg has spent his entire career navigating legal and policy issues. He currently serves as the Chief of BroadbandOhio, an office within the Development Services Agency dedicated to bringing high-speed internet service to every resident in the state.  The office was created... Read More →
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Rachel Johanson

Deputy Director, Governor's Office of Workforce Transformation
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Eric Leach

Director, Project Management, Governor's Office of Workforce Transformation


Tuesday July 26, 2022 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Juniper A Room

2:30pm EDT

Career Technical Early Placement Training Opportunities
The Buckeye Hills Career Center OTC accepts applications for early placement from high school students on track to graduate. Students can currently apply for Practical Nursing, Medical Assistant, and Masonry. More programs are being added which will include Heavy Equipment and Surgical Technician. Adult and secondary staff work collaboratively to ensure successful placement.

Presenters
avatar for Leesa Lewis

Leesa Lewis

Dean of Student Services, Gallia Jackson Vinton JVSD
JB

Jamie Bartee

DEAN OF POSTSECONDARY INSTRUCTION, Gallia-Jackson-Vinton JVSD


Tuesday July 26, 2022 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Juniper B Room

2:30pm EDT

EVERFI: Educating for Employability
*This session will be interactive, so be sure to bring your device!* To be successful in the workforce, our students need support in developing financial literacy, positive relationships, mental health, professionalism, and social skills. In this session, we will explore how an understanding and mastering of these skills helps to increase overall wellness. Educators will get access to EVERFI’s no-cost, standards-aligned online resources and corresponding offline lesson plans. By growing students' financial knowledge, decision making capacity, communication skills, and more, these turnkey lessons increase student engagement in the classroom and employability outside of the classroom.

Presenters
avatar for Michelle Fugate

Michelle Fugate

Schools Manager, EverFi
E-mail me to find out how your district can receive FREE (yes, free) digital resources for your classroom!
avatar for Maura Shirley

Maura Shirley

Implementation Specialist, EVERFI
Maura Shirley is the OH, KY + WV Implementation Specialist for EVERFI. For the past 2.5 years, Maura has supported teachers and districts with teaching real-world skills through EVERFI's free digital resources. Maura is a former 5th Grade Teacher and Admission Counselor/Adjunct Faculty... Read More →


Tuesday July 26, 2022 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Juniper C Room

2:30pm EDT

Licensure
Presenters
avatar for Whitney Short

Whitney Short

Education Program Specialist, Ohio Department of Eduation
Education Program Specialist. Teaching, Leading and Learning. Office of Career-Technical Education. Agricultural and Environmental Systems Career-Field. Bioscience pathway. Career-Technical Student Organization (FFA). Middle school agricultural education programs. Professional development... Read More →
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Alyssa Bregel

Ohio Department of Education


Tuesday July 26, 2022 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Regent 1 Room

2:30pm EDT

Ohio Department of Higher Education Update
Presenters
avatar for Cheryl Rice

Cheryl Rice

Vice Chancellor, Higher Education Workforce Alignment, Ohio Department of Higher Education
Dr. Rice joined the Ohio Department of Higher Education in August 2016 with sixteen years of higher education experience with Stark State College.   During this tenure, Dr. Rice served as Vice President of Strategic Initiatives, Student Services, and Enrollment Management.  Dr... Read More →


Tuesday July 26, 2022 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Regent 3 Room

2:30pm EDT

Supporting Perkins V
As the construction industry braces for a significant shortfall of talent, what is being done
to prepare tomorrow's leaders for the opportunities that lie ahead? Coming down the pipeline of tomorrow's economy are students who are striving for a successful career. There is inter-connectivity between our students, teachers, resources, and companies that are hiring.

This session will provide attendees with some best practices of what educators around the state are doing to prepare their students for the career opportunities from our industry. Learning objectives for this session include: how to engage industry in the classroom, educational resources that are available to assure that students are being taught the skills needed to succeed, examples of industry partnerships that are already working well for K-12, and opportunities for students to get a jumpstart on their construction training while still in
school.

Presenters
CG

Claudia Greenwell

Regional Sales Manager, eDynamic Learning
Claudia has spent her career in education in a number of different capacities. After the realization that education is a key component of breaking the cycle of poverty, she began working to promote access and success in higher education for traditionally underserved student populations... Read More →


Tuesday July 26, 2022 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Lilac Room

2:30pm EDT

The Choices We Make: Using Choice Theory/Reality Therapy to Help Students Understand Themselves
In high school, Dan won a national championship for acting...as a mime. He was also nominated for the senior superlative of class clown, but came in second. After his first semester in college he changed his major from Acting because his professor told him he’d never make it because his eyebrows were too expressive for the silver screen.

Dan also never felt like he belonged anywhere. He never felt like he could talk about his struggles as a leader, or even as a human being, for fear of others finding out that he was an impostor. As it turns out he’s not alone, and neither are you.

Dan will share some thoughts and personal stories about not believing the lies of impostor syndrome in an effort to shift our mindsets in order to be brave enough to have the conversations that matter.

Presenters
avatar for Dan Faill

Dan Faill

Keynote Speaker
Dan Faill has spoken to thousands of college students across the country. But rather than listing off jobs and accomplishments that most of you will tune out anyway, here are some fun facts:In high school, Dan won a national championship for acting...as a mime. He was also nominated... Read More →


Tuesday July 26, 2022 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Grand Ballroom

2:30pm EDT

There's More to a Career Than Finding a Job
Helping students achieve their educational and life goals requires more than just finding a job. Student Career Insights is a new career-path development curriculum designed to help students Explore their skills, values, interests, and options; Equip themselves with crucial soft skills such as communication, adapting to change, decision-making, and conflict management; and Engage with the professional community.

Teacher-designed and student-oriented, our content is engaging, relevant, and immediately impactful. Our goal is to work closely with students, teachers, and parents to construct a professional, educational, and life path that is both rewarding and satisfying.

Presenters
avatar for Katie Ruzin

Katie Ruzin

KR Insights, LLC
Student Career Insights is designed to help students begin to create their path forward by providing unique resources to help them make mindful decisions. The course is divided into three sections: Explore, Equip, and Engage. First, students Explore their skills, interests, and options... Read More →



Tuesday July 26, 2022 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Magnolia Room

2:30pm EDT

Web Xam Update
Presenters
avatar for Sean Hickey

Sean Hickey

Lead Curriculum Developer, CETE
Sean Hickey is Lead Curriculum Developer at The Ohio State University  Center on Education and Training for Employment (CETE). As part of his role at CETE, Sean is the lead facilitator for the Technical Testing Project and develops eLearning and professional development materials for teachers. Sean graduated from The Ohio State University with a BS in biology and an MA in integrated teaching and learning. He is currently pursuing a PhD in educational studies with a focus on learning technologies.Sean... Read More →
avatar for Bridget McHugh

Bridget McHugh

Program Director, Assessment, Center on Education and Training for Employment
Bridget McHugh, PhD, serves as the Program Director for the Assessment Program and as a Senior Research Specialist. Bridget’s work focuses on creating valid and reliable high stakes written assessments for employees and students in the skilled trades. This includes work for the... Read More →



Tuesday July 26, 2022 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Regent 2 Room

3:45pm EDT

Administration Meeting: Legislative and Workforce Coalition Update
Presenters
avatar for William V. Vorys

William V. Vorys

Attorney, Dickinson Wright, LLC
Will Vorys focuses his practice primarily on government relations and administrative law, advocating public policy at the Ohio statehouse and assisting clients with regulatory compliance. Will also practices in the areas of energy and education law. Prior to joining Dickinson Wright... Read More →
avatar for Shane Haggerty, APR

Shane Haggerty, APR

Owner & Consultant, Haggerty Special Projects


Tuesday July 26, 2022 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Regent 3 Room

3:45pm EDT

Agile Techniques for Project Management - Student Teams with Higher Levels of Transparency and Accountability
The software development industry utilizes many Agile practices to help manage development. Many of these strategies translate nicely into the classroom and provide opportunities for students to work in teams with higher levels of transparency and accountability. These strategies increase collaboration, communication, and can help scale large tasks into smaller, attainable accomplishments. Techniques to be shared include Story Card Wall, Daily Stand Up, 6 Thinking Hats, Paired Programming, Fist to Five, and project time estimation techniques. 


Presenters
avatar for Melinda O'Connor

Melinda O'Connor

Teacher, Mentor High School
Programming and Software Development TeacherACTE Business and Information Technology Division PresidentSkillsUSA Northeast Ohio Advisor & State Staff Member



Tuesday July 26, 2022 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Magnolia Room

3:45pm EDT

Connect Careers to Learning | The answer to “When will I ever use this?”
By answering the age-old question “when will I use this in the real world?” we’re seeing remarkable levels of engagement from students.  Because when a student can see it, they can be it.  

When we connect careers to learning we can collectively close the equity gap in education while increasing the connection between education, employers, and economic development. Educators will learn about the free resources supporting this initiative. Learn about a new career exploration and pathway development system for students in grades 6-12 available to students at no-cost.

Presenters
avatar for Dr. Joseph Goins

Dr. Joseph Goins

CEO, NS4ed, LLC
Focused on innovation in education, Dr. Joseph Goins’ career began as a Vocational Educator in the state of Tennessee and has continued to innovate academic and commercial spaces alike. Dr. Goins would go on to further his education in the state of Tennessee, earning a MS in administration... Read More →


Tuesday July 26, 2022 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Regent 2 Room

3:45pm EDT

Drivers Ed for Students
Free Drivers Ed for Students: The Facts

As both an ODE endorsed Driver Education teacher and a Commercial Driving School Training Manager,
I will guide the attendees step by step through the licensure process with the Department of Public Safety.
Explain S B 166 regarding Driver Education. The misconceptions surrounding the costs of offering 
Driver Education will be covered. Attendees will leave ready to offer FREE Driver Education to their 
students in the Fall of 2022.

I am beyond excited to present on how schools can use their CTE funds to offer Driver Education for their students.
The ability to obtain a driver's license isn't about fitting in, or the stigma that comes from being left out. Teens who have a license will naturally have more opportunities.They're the ones who will have access toa wide variety of jobs, they'll be more likely to obtain and hold a job, and they will have an easier time accessing goods and services.
The disparities between which kids obtain licenses follow predictable racial and economic lines.


Presenters
avatar for Paul Whitney

Paul Whitney

CBI Director, Invictus High School
I am the current CBI Division President (2021 - 2022).I have been an OWE (CBI) Coordinator since 1993 and a high school teacher since 1984.I am currently the CBI Director at Invictus High School in Cleveland. I was an OWE/CBI Coordinator at Brecksville Broadview Heights High School... Read More →



Tuesday July 26, 2022 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Juniper A Room

3:45pm EDT

Everything You Need to Know About Starting a New CTSO Chapter and More
This presentation will be designed for teachers and administrators who want to start, increase participation, or learn about the benefits of CTSOs and what they can do for students. Sometimes starting a new chapter can be intimidating. This presentation will discuss how to create and affiliate students to a CTSO, ways CTSOs can be embedded into program pathways, and how to guide students to success in competitive events.

Presenters
AW

Amy Webb

Satellite Principal, Butler Tech



Tuesday July 26, 2022 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Regent 1 Room

3:45pm EDT

Special Needs Legal Update
This presentation will provide an update of new federal, state, and Ohio Department of Education information related to career tech and special education, including the status of revised Ohio special education Operating Standards.

Presenters
SG

Susan Geary

Attorney, Bricker & Eckler
Susan Geary is an attorney at Bricker & Eckler who represents school districts and career tech districts and programs with a focus on student services, including special education.



Tuesday July 26, 2022 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Lilac Room

3:45pm EDT

Student Achievement = Time + Passion + Empathy
This  interactive workshop will help administrators, counselors, teachers and others who impact the lives of students reconnect to their passions and tangibly walk away with practical strategies that can be implemented immediately to begin greater student engagement and greater student success. Learn how igniting student passion can lead to satisfying and in-demand behavioral health careers in Ohio. Participants will also learn about the new career technical course in the Allied Health Pathway (JM), Integrated Behavioral Health, and the associated industry recognized credentials.

Presenters
avatar for Matthew Gellin

Matthew Gellin

Executive Artistic Director and CEO, American Legacy Theatre
Empathy Builder | Fundraising Innovator | Artistic Developer | IDEA Champion* IDEA = inclusion, diversity, equity, access #GoBills
avatar for Joyce Calland

Joyce Calland

ENGAGE 2.0 Project Admininistrator, OhioMHAS
Joyce Calland, M.A., has served as the project lead at the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Service for two different, transition-aged youth focused, Federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA) grants since late 2015. In her current role, she provides... Read More →



Tuesday July 26, 2022 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Juniper B Room

3:45pm EDT

Using multi-week games and “lab” space to crystallize financial literacy concepts
We will discuss how to leverage key psychological “shortcuts” to help students learn key concepts in financial literacy programs and retain them for years to come. This will include brief overviews of multiple types of online games, but also example course structures and timelines to give students different opportunities for self-paced learning, group projects, and continual reinforcement that lasts beyond the end of the class.

Presenters
avatar for Héloïse Frison

Héloïse Frison

Account Manager, PersonalFinanceLab


Tuesday July 26, 2022 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Juniper C Room

3:45pm EDT

= Career Field/Division Meetings =
Many Divisions are holding meetings in conjunction with the Conference.  If the Division is holding a meeting, it will be listed here on this schedule.

Tuesday July 26, 2022 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT

5:00pm EDT

Networking Event for Attendees hosted by Buckeye Educational Systems





Sponsors
avatar for Buckeye Educational Systems

Buckeye Educational Systems

Vice President, Buckeye Educational Systems
Buckeye Educational Systems is the Midwest’s premiere resource of advanced educational technologies, curriculum, and training materials that meet local, state, and national educational and industrial standards. We have a passion for hands-on education and training. It is, quite... Read More →


Tuesday July 26, 2022 5:00pm - 6:15pm EDT
Hilton Lobby & Patio
 
Wednesday, July 27
 

7:15am EDT

Continental Breakfast
Wednesday July 27, 2022 7:15am - 8:00am EDT
Easton & Regents Foyers

8:00am EDT

Bridging Academic Pathways with Career Pathways
This session will demonstrate how to provide an inservice that will allow CTE and academic instructors to create a cross curricular lesson that can be taught in both the CTE classroom as well as the academic classroom.

We will show how to align standards, using the standards by design tool, explore the challenges and successes of academic and career pathways and what a successful in-service training schedule would look like.
*Shoemaker Leadership Group

Presenters
avatar for Dan Davis

Dan Davis

Science Instructor/Shoemaker Institute, Wayne County Schools Career Center
I am currently a science teacher teaching at a career center in Wayne County. This is my 14th year as a teacher. Before becoming a classroom teacher I was enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and also worked as a machinist.
avatar for Beth Manor

Beth Manor

Academic Supervisor, Miami Valley CTC
Supervises Academic Programming at MVCTC
avatar for Steve Verhoff

Steve Verhoff

Supervisor of Academic Instruction, Upper Valley Career Center
JM

Jen Manning

West Shore Career-Technical
avatar for Denise West

Denise West

CTE Instructional Coach, East Cleveland School District
I have taught in the East Cleveland City District for 26 years as a Cosmetology Educator and I just completed my first year as a CTE Instructional Coach.
LB

Laurie Buchieri

Southwest City Schools



Wednesday July 27, 2022 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Regent 2 Room

8:00am EDT

Employability Skills
An overview of DACC's research and work to grow the capacity of Employability Skills in today’s students.
During this session, you will learn about a collaborative process used to develop a systemic approach to employability skills instruction at the Delaware Area Career Center. Attendees will see how we used the feedback from instructors to synthesize a common approach to teaching employability skills consistently across all lab programs in our school. Additionally, copies of materials (including our employability skills rubric and electronic scoresheet) that can be modified and utilized at your own school will be shared at the end of the session.

Presenters
avatar for Jim Gaskill

Jim Gaskill

Satellite Program Principal, Delaware Area Career Center
MH

Michael Herzog

Assistant Principal, Delaware Area Career Center
BW

Buck Weaver

Assistant Principal, DACC



Wednesday July 27, 2022 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Regent 3 Room

8:00am EDT

Industry 4.0 Training for CTE – Retraining for the Post-Covid Manufacturing World
Industry 4.0 is introducing new and exciting technologies as well as more sophisticated system integration into manufacturing processes. Schools need to enhance the way they teach Advanced Manufacturing or risk becoming obsolete to local industry. In this session we will discuss the new skills students need for jobs in modern industrial companies. Manufacturing jobs are out there, but the needs of industry have changed and so the way we teach and what we teach needs to change as well.

Presenters
avatar for Graham Celine

Graham Celine

VP Business Development, Intelitek
Intelitek is at the forefront of training for Industry 4.0, the internet revolution in manufacturing. For four decades, the company’s innovative learning solutions have provided learners across the globe with the competencies needed for in-demand careers in production. Driven by... Read More →


Wednesday July 27, 2022 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Juniper B Room

8:00am EDT

Maximize Students Potential through Industry Credentials- Health Science
Your students are the future of healthcare. Providing your health science students access to an Ohio approved industry-recognized credential gives them access to hands-on experience, increased postsecondary attainment opportunities, and can empower them to enter a high-wage, high-demand profession.  
Learn best practices from Ohio CTE programs that have implemented certifications. Gain insights on how to identify the best certifications for your program, the steps to help your students prepare, and how to create curriculum that aligns with the workforce demands.

Presenters
avatar for Mackenzie  Finnegan

Mackenzie Finnegan

Client Executive, NHA
Mackenzie Finnegan is a Client Executive with NHA. She oversees partnerships with secondary institutions, school districts, and state Departments of Education ensuring successful implementation of NHA’s nationally recognized, accredited credentials. Mackenzie has implemented NHA... Read More →


Wednesday July 27, 2022 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Juniper C Room

8:00am EDT

Perkins Update
In this session, we will provide an overview of major components of Perkins V that the Administrative Field Services unit will be focused on in the coming year.

Presenters
JB

Jon Beard

Assistant Director, Ohio Department of Eduation
Jon has worked at the Ohio Department of Education since January 2000, after working more than twenty years as President and CEO of a federally-funded nonprofit organization in Columbus that had major initiatives working with partner agencies to train, connect and help transport low... Read More →
avatar for Rhedeshia Young-Willingham

Rhedeshia Young-Willingham

Ohio Department of Education
Rhedeshia Young-Willingham has a degree from Ohio University, Wilberforce University and her Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership from Indiana Wesleyan University. She joined the Ohio Department of Education in 2016 after she spent her previous career in federal employment... Read More →



Wednesday July 27, 2022 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Magnolia Room

8:00am EDT

Post-Pandemic Skills & CTE's Response
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the workplace now requires different skill sets. How different are the skills and how can CTE programs respond?

Presenters
avatar for Melanie Kirin

Melanie Kirin

Assistant Professor, Kent State University
Melanie Kirin is an assistant professor at Kent State University, Career Technical Teaching Education department.
DM

Davison Mupinga

Associate Professor, Kent State University
Dr. Davison Mupinga is an associate professor in Career and Technical Teacher Education at Kent State University. His research interest is on global competencies. He has authored articles and given numerous presentations at conferences related to development of global skills 



Wednesday July 27, 2022 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Juniper A Room

8:00am EDT

Warming Up to Work-Based Learning: Common Questions
Warming Up to Work-Based Learning is an opportunity for questions and answers amongst colleagues on some of the most recurring and pivotal topics related to the development of high-quality work-based learning experiences. Panelists will share highlights from their institutions' most promising practices, and then break into small group discussion "table talk". Participants will have the oportunity to ask questions and learn from one another in a practitioner-focused environment. This session will lead in to our later session, Burning Up with Work-Based Learning, but attendess may choose to attend either or both based on their interest.

Topics and Panelists:
  • Satellites/Associate School Support - Ann Rush, Butler Tech
  • Reporting - Brenna Bartlett, ODE CTE
  • Instructor Support & Getting Started (Admin Perspective) - Sarah Taylor, Great Oaks & Kara Pontius, Eastland-Fairfield
  • Instructor Support & Getting Started (Teacher Perspective) - Brian Huston & Jennifer Jenkins, Eastland-Fairfield
  • Business-Education Partnerships - Michelle Washington, ODE OGS
  • Facilitated by Shelley Groves, Eastland-Fairfield


Presenters
BH

Brian Huston

Welding Instructor, Eastland Fairfield Career Center
avatar for Jennifer Jenkins

Jennifer Jenkins

Pre-Nursing Instructor, Eastland - Fairfield Career Center
avatar for Kara Pontius

Kara Pontius

Career Readiness Coordinator, Eastland - Fairfield Career Center
Beginning as an industry professional in Business & Marketing, Kara entered career tech when she joined Eastland-Fairfield Career & Technical Schools in 2017. In 2018, Kara transitioned to the Career Services Specialist role where she was responsible for providing career exploration... Read More →
avatar for Brenna Bartlett

Brenna Bartlett

Assistant Director, ODE Office of CTE
avatar for Shelley Groves

Shelley Groves

Assistant Superintendent, Eastland-Fairfield Career & Technical Schools


Wednesday July 27, 2022 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Regent 1 Room

9:00am EDT

CTE Student Scholarship Raffle-Winners Announced Click Here
Award Winners
Sheila Cubick-Age your own spirits barrel donated by Beth Bronkar
Julia Keaton-Buckeyes donated by OSU
Krista Gearhart-Speaker donated by Poly
Jeff Berke-Speaker donated by Poly
Danny McCrae-Headset donated by Poly
Lisa Tripney-Headphones donated by Poly
Peggy Phillips-Headphones donated by Poly
Christine Boucher-Webcam donated by Poly
Marcia Pitts-Armor All Bucket donated by Jon Graft
Pam Downing-$50 visa gift cards donated by Directions Credit Union
Rebecca Crain-$50 visa gift cards donated by Directions Credit Union
Karla Sprangler-Small Cooler w/Tumbler and Note pad donated by eDynamic
Mike Marrieta-Spirits basket donated by Beth Bronkar
Doug Stuart-Mohican tiny cabin donated by Chris Gardner
Tamny Cooper-$100 visa gift card donated YouScience
Julia Keaton-Gift basket with speaker donated by Strivven Media LLC
Jeff Berke-20oz Yeti donated by Pocket Nurse
Kristina Boone-Backpack donated by Certiport
Melissa Johnston-NeuroMaker BCI donated by BrainCo Inc
Franky Stephens-NeuroMaker Hand donated by BrainCo Inc

Wednesday July 27, 2022 9:00am - 9:15am EDT

9:00am EDT

* Treasurer/Superintendents/Career Tech Directors Meeting - RSVP Required
Content geared specifically toward Superintendents and Treasurers will be covered in this all day meeting.
Moderators/Leaders: Greg Nickoli, Superintendent, Pioneer Career Center and Cody Holecko
Treasurer/CFO, Trumbull Career & Technical Center.
NOTE: This session lasts into the afternoon and includes lunch.

Tentative Agenda:
AGENDA
Location:  Hilton Easton, Columbus 
8:30 - 9:15 a.m.                                 Registration
9:15-10:15 a.m.         General Session (Ballroom)
10:15 a.m.-10:30 am.      Introductions - Greg Nickoli, OACTS; Cody Holecko, OACTT 
10:30-11:30 a.m.        Aaron Rausch (ODE)

Noon-1:00 p.m.           Lunch and Speaker:
Will Vorys, CTE Legislative Counsel, Attorney, Dickinson Wright, LLC

1:00-2:00 p.m.              Legal Update – Nicole Donovsky, Attorney, Bricker & Eckler
2:00-3:00 p.m.               Financing Construction Projects – Paul Rutter, Tarik Kershah, Bricker & Eckler

3:00 p.m.                                 Wrap-Up



Presenters
TK

Tarik Kershah

Tarik Kershah is an attorney in Bricker & Eckler’s Construction group. Tarik represents public and private sector owners in all phases of the construction process beginning with project delivery model selection through dispute resolution and litigation. He has represented hospitals... Read More →
avatar for Nicole Donovsky

Nicole Donovsky

Attorney, Bricker and Eckler
Nicole Donovsky serves as general counsel to school districts with an emphasis in labor and employment issues, including contract negotiations, grievances, arbitrations, FMLA, ADA, workers’ compensation, evaluation, nonrenewal and termination. Nicole also advises school districts... Read More →
avatar for William V. Vorys

William V. Vorys

Attorney, Dickinson Wright, LLC
Will Vorys focuses his practice primarily on government relations and administrative law, advocating public policy at the Ohio statehouse and assisting clients with regulatory compliance. Will also practices in the areas of energy and education law. Prior to joining Dickinson Wright... Read More →
avatar for Greg Nickoli

Greg Nickoli

President, Pioneer CTC
Greg Nickoli is the superintendent of Pioneer Career & Technology Center in Shelby, Ohio, a position he’s held since January 2015.Nickoli is a graduate of Ohio Wesleyan University with a bachelor of arts degree in history, as well as a graduate of Ashland University with a master’s... Read More →
CH

Cody Holecko

Treasurer/CFO, Trumbull Career & Technical Center
PR

Paul Rutter

Bricker & Eckler
Paul Rutter is a partner inf Bricker & Eckler's Public Finance group and practices in the areas of public finance and public law, emphasizing school and local government law. A significant portion of his practice is committed to serving as bond counsel for various school districts... Read More →



Wednesday July 27, 2022 9:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Lilac Room

9:00am EDT

Financial Aid Coordinators Meeting (Separate Registration Required)

Presenters
AS

Allison Smith

Financial Aid Coordinator, Polaris Career Center
I am the Financial Aid Coordinator at Polaris Career Center in Middleburg Heights.


Wednesday July 27, 2022 9:00am - 4:30pm EDT
Juniper B Room

9:15am EDT

General Session: ODE Director of CTE Update and CTE Alumni Presenter
Join us for an update from ODE Office of CTE and get inspired by a CTE graduate who is now a CTE instructor.

Presenters
avatar for Kris Hall

Kris Hall

Instructor, C-TEC of Licking County Career Center
Kris is a 1986 Newark HS graduate with a Dental Assisting credential from C-TEC of Licking County.  She worked for local dentist while at C-TEC.  She then worked for Dr. Wallace for the next 18 years.  She gained her EFDA credential which enhanced her skills at the dental office... Read More →
avatar for Leah Amstutz

Leah Amstutz

Director Office of CTE, Ohio Department of Education
Leah R. Amstutz received a B.S.in Animal Science from Michigan State University and her M.A. in Educationfrom Defiance College. A strong advocate of hands-on, inquiry-based learning,she spent 8 1/2 years in the classroom teaching agricultural education. In2011, she began her career... Read More →



Wednesday July 27, 2022 9:15am - 10:30am EDT
Grand Ballroom

10:30am EDT

Burning Up with Work-Based Learning: Just-In-Time Questions
Burning Up with Work-Based Learning will build upon the earlier session* and provide a continued opportunity to discuss your most "burning" questions about work-based learning with colleagues from around the state. Administrators, educators and state staff will speak to their experiences and knowledge on "just-in-time" questions as produced by the audience. Join us as we learn from one another in the spirit of continuous improvement for our students!
*Attendees have the option to attend either or both sessions; it is not necessary to attend one to attend the other.

Panelists: Shelley Groves - EFCTS
Kara Pontius - EFCTS
Ann Rush - Butler Tech
Sarah Taylor - Great Oaks
Brian Huston - EFCTS
Jennifer Jenkins - EFCTS
Michelle Washington - ODE

Brenna Bartlett - ODE

Presenters
BH

Brian Huston

Welding Instructor, Eastland Fairfield Career Center
avatar for Kara Pontius

Kara Pontius

Career Readiness Coordinator, Eastland - Fairfield Career Center
Beginning as an industry professional in Business & Marketing, Kara entered career tech when she joined Eastland-Fairfield Career & Technical Schools in 2017. In 2018, Kara transitioned to the Career Services Specialist role where she was responsible for providing career exploration... Read More →
avatar for Jennifer Jenkins

Jennifer Jenkins

Pre-Nursing Instructor, Eastland - Fairfield Career Center
avatar for Brenna Bartlett

Brenna Bartlett

Assistant Director, ODE Office of CTE
avatar for Shelley Groves

Shelley Groves

Assistant Superintendent, Eastland-Fairfield Career & Technical Schools


Wednesday July 27, 2022 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Regent 1 Room

10:30am EDT

10:30am EDT

INTEL and CTE
Presenters
LM

Lauren Massie

Adult Director, C-TEC Adult Education
JM

Joyce Malainy

Superintendent, CTEC of Licking County



Wednesday July 27, 2022 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Juniper C Room

10:30am EDT

Perkins V Special Populations on the Pathways to Graduation
Sharing research on best practices around the state of Ohio on how to best support Perkins V Special Populations. Taking a deeper dive into supporting these populations on the pathways to graduation. We plan to have time for a share out of other best-practices we from participants.

Link to presentation:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ZxcvHcvWpj1e8y5nTwjHXQQIf-rdJPZrFGVszxmPqko/edit?usp=sharing

* Shoemaker Leadership Institute

Presenters
avatar for Alyssa Johnston

Alyssa Johnston

Career Development Coordinator, C-TEC
EM

Ellen McCabe

DEAN OF PARTNERSHIPS, Buckeye Hills Career Center
LL

Lauren Logan

Career Learning Program Administrator, Ohio Virtual Academy
Lauren Logan is the CTE Program Administrator for Ohio Virtual Academy, a state-wide online public school for K-12 students. Beginning her fifth year with OHVA, Lauren’s focus is on building a school-wide career learning program and expanding state-approved CTE pathway offerings... Read More →
BJ

Brian Jettinghoff

Student Services Supervisor, Miami Valley CTC
avatar for Thom Ziems

Thom Ziems

Associate Principal, Career and Technology Education, Washington Local Schools, Whitmer CTC


Wednesday July 27, 2022 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Juniper A Room

10:30am EDT

Recruitment and Retention of CTE Students
The presentation will provide an overview of how the three career and technical education delivery systems recruit and retain students for their programs. During the presentation we will provide how recruiting efforts are both similar and different amongst the three delivery models and what we were able to learn from each other to bring back to each one of our school districts. 
*Shoemaker Leadership Institute Presenation 

Presenters
avatar for Justin Shank

Justin Shank

Millstream Career Center
Justin Shank has devoted his career to growing responsible, career-ready young adults. Justin has utilized his time in education teaching advanced mathematics, serving as an assistant principal at Findlay High School, and helping lead Millstream Career Center as the assistant director... Read More →
avatar for Tony Thornsberry

Tony Thornsberry

CTE Principal, Massillon City Schools
JM

Jesse Masfield

Satellite Supervisor, Miami Valley Career Technology Center
JB

Jeff Berk

Mad River Local Schools



Wednesday July 27, 2022 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Regent 3 Room

10:30am EDT

The Soft Skills Crisis: Do your graduates have the skills they need for success?
In 1918, Horace Mann asserted that 80% of career success is due to soft skills over technical or academic skills. 100 years later we are still talking about the soft skills gap. 74% of employers continue to state they cannot find graduates with adequate soft skills. What are we doing about it? This session will define soft skills and show how they are aligned to Ohio's career readiness graduation seal and many social and emotional learning programs. It will also demonstrate how you can assess soft skills through self and peer assessment and develop them through experiential learning. We measure what matters. We know soft skills matter and if we continue to fail to strategically teach and measure them, we will be talking about this gap for the next hundred years.

Presenters
avatar for Lisa Riegel

Lisa Riegel

Chief Innovation Officer, Jakapa LLC
Dr. Lisa Riegel serves as Chief Innovation Officer at JAKAPA, LLC. She has taught at the high school, undergraduate and graduate level and effectively brokered partnerships at the local and state level between business and education leaders. Her strategic counsel on program improvement... Read More →



Wednesday July 27, 2022 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Regent 2 Room

11:30am EDT

Conference Ends
Thank you for attending this year's conference!  Be sure and rate sessions and complete the evaluation.

Wednesday July 27, 2022 11:30am - 11:30am EDT
TBA

11:30am EDT

* Treasurer/Superintendents/Career Tech Directors Meeting - CONTINUED FROM MORNING SESSIONS

Content geared specifically toward Superintendents and Treasurers will be covered in this all day meeting.
Moderators/Leaders: Greg Nickoli, Superintendent, Pioneer Career Center and Cody Holecko
Treasurer/CFO, Trumbull Career & Technical Center.
NOTE: This session lasts into the afternoon and includes lunch.


AGENDA
Location:  Hilton Easton, Columbus 
8:30 - 9:15 a.m.                                 Registration
9:15-10:15 a.m.         General Session (Ballroom)
10:15 a.m.-10:30 am.      Introductions - Greg Nickoli, OACTS; Cody Holecko, OACTT 
10:30-11:30 a.m.        Aaron Rausch (ODE)

Noon-1:00 p.m.           Lunch and Speaker:
Will Vorys, CTE Legislative Counsel, Attorney, Dickinson Wright, LLC

1:00-2:00 p.m.              Legal Update – Nicole Donovsky, Attorney, Bricker & Eckler
2:00-3:00 p.m.               Financing Construction Projects – Paul Rutter, Christopher McCloskey, Bricker & Eckler

3:00 p.m.                                 Wrap-Up


Wednesday July 27, 2022 11:30am - 3:00pm EDT
Lilac Room

12:00pm EDT

Post Conference Meetings - separate registration required
Career Connections - separate registration required or add on to Innovation & Impact Conference.
Schedule: https://2022careerconnectionsconfera.sched.com/

Wednesday July 27, 2022 12:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
 
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