Preview Conference Sessions of 2024 Summer Conference

All 1-3 Year Agriculture Teachers, join us for an introduction to becoming an Agriculture Teacher! Learn about the basics of having a total program, which keeping in focus what is most important- YOU! IMPORTANT: This is a two-part, two-day session that spans July 11th &12th. Day 1 of this session will take place offsite at University of Arizona. Attendees must provide their own transportation. Day 2 of this session will take place at Westin La Paloma. Please also register for "4801 - AATA New Teacher Induction Program (Part 2 of 2)" to secure your spot for the second day.

Have you ever wondered what technology looks like from a commercial contractor’s perspective? Join DPR Construction experts to learn how technology is helping craft professionals be more efficient with their time and safer with their work. This industry led session will kick off with construction drawings best practices and then finish up with the latest field equipment technology trends. You will take away new tricks to teaching construction in our 21st century world, and better prepare your students for entering the wonderful world of construction.

This is an offsite Welding educators will have the opportunity to spend two-days touring industry job sites and one-day in the welding lab for some training. Meet in Westin lobby near registration at 7:45AM for this two-day session.

In this course teachers will enhance classroom management skills by developing rules, procedures and routines that are aligned to their content and environment. We will consider the philosophy of "Discipline with Dignity" to ensure that you possess discipline strategies that are highly effective without escalating disruptive student behavior. Participants will leave with a draft syllabus for use in their own classroom. This is an ADE approved Professional Development Event. Upon successful completion of the course which includes submission of homework, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.

This course is designed to assist teachers develop a laboratory improvement plan including management, clean-up procedures, safety procedures, and meeting monitoring agency mandates. Participants will be introduced to a variety of techniques that will enable you to evaluate and manage your lab effectively and efficiently while ensuring that your students are safe and that you are protected. This is an ADE approved Professional Development Event. Upon completion of this training and any homework assigned you will earn the equivalent of one ADE credit.

Embark on a creative exploration into the future of art and design. Learn how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can improve your and your students' creative process by blending human imagination with cutting-edge 21st-century technology. Join long-time CTE instructor and Adobe Expert, Robert Waller, for an informative look into the future of creative expression, where ideas come to life through the magic of generative AI technology in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Firefly. Detailed step-by-step written instructions will be provided to all workshop attendees.

This is an offsite session. Attendees are responsible for providing their own transportation to and from Pima Community College. Please bring your breakfast and/or lunch to the training. Do you teach construction or architectural drafting? Are you hand drafting or implementing AutoCAD in your classroom? Are you interested in adding REVIT to your architectural drafting curriculum? Not sure where to start? Never touched REVIT before? Come to my session at Pima Community College and learn the basics tools of REVIT with hands-on experience with the software, recommendations of books to implement in your course, and how to get your students started on the path to current CAD trends that will allow them to be successful in industry and/or continuing education.

First year Ag Teachers, join us for an introduction to becoming an Ag Teacher! Learn about the basics of having a total program, which keeping in focus what is most important- YOU! IMPORTANT: This is a two-part, two-day session that spans July 11th &12th. Day 1 of this session will take place offsite at University of Arizona. Attendees must provide their own transportation. Please also register for "4707 - AATA New Teacher Induction Program (Part 1 of 2)" to secure your spot for the first day. Day 2 of this session will take place at Westin La Paloma.

This is an offsite session. Attendees are responsible for providing their own transportation to and from Pima Community College. Embark on an exploration of cutting-edge laser welders in our immersive workshop! Experience hands-on welding with real metals using state-of-the-art laser welding systems. Discover the incredible advantages of laser welders, boasting speeds 2-4 times faster than MIG and 10 times faster than TIG, with reduced power consumption and minimal heat transfer for minimal warping. Experience a rapid learning curve, eliminating concerns about Contact to Work Distance (CTWD). Unleash the laser's versatility as both a welder and a cutter, eliminating the need for a plasma torch, and even offering metal cleaning capabilities by removing rust, paint, and powder coat. If you're involved in welding education, this workshop is a must-attend for staying at the forefront of innovation.

We all know how important industrial certifications are for our students. This Certified Solidworks Associate (CSWA) training will help to better prepare you to pass the certification test and prepare your student to do so as well. Gateway Community College Manufacturing Program Director, Dave Zamora, will teach you to use Solidworks efficiently and effectively. This fast-paced session is NOT FOR BEGINNNERS. Participants should have experience in Solidworks, or other CAD programs in the creation of sketches, parts, and assemblies. For those interested in taking the CSWA exam, please register for session "4668 - CSWA Certification Test", which takes place on 7/13 from 8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

This presentation would be led by a seasoned professional with current dual roles as Director of Operations for a media production company, and Client Success Manager for a well-known homecare company. The presenter brings extensive experience, hiring an average of five people weekly. The talk will cover essential aspects of professionalism and job application processes, including crafting impactful resumes, mastering job interviews, and adopting appropriate workplace behavior.

When CTE teachers are asked to do so many things, certification can seem like a huge mountain to climb. In part 1 of this series, we will talk about how to set your classroom up to successfully implement any Adobe Certified Professional exam into the classroom. This workshop is great for 1st year teachers who are new to the profession as well as seasoned veterans looking for new ways to implement good instructional practices. *Session attendees, please bring your own device.

This is an offsite session. Attendees are responsible for providing their own transportation to and from Pima Community College. Please bring your breakfast and/or lunch to the training. Do you teach construction or architectural drafting? Are you hand drafting or implementing AutoCAD in your classroom? Do you already attain the knowledge of the basic tools in REVIT and not sure where to go from there? Come to my session at Pima Community College and participate in hands-on experience to draft walls, floors, and roofs, add doors and windows, and learn the basics of how to edit them. Discuss recommended books and assignments and strive for Certiports industry standard AutoDesk. Training is held in the advanced manufacturing building room M330 at Pima Community College.

Join us to learn about Monroe ride control principle as well as Walker P0420-430 diagnosis.

Come join us as we kick off our AATA Summer Conference! Join us for a special guest speaker to help us prepare with resiliency for our upcoming school year. This program focuses on building resiliency through active learning, self-reflection, and engaging in a network of agricultural educators. This program is designed to equip teachers with the tools to maintain a satisfying career through positive and challenging times.

Unlock the full potential of Illustrator, the industry-standard vector graphics software used by students, professional designers, and digital artists around the world! You already know the basics of Illustrator; now, delve into the depths of Illustrator's awe-inspiring capabilities, and discover hidden gems and advanced methods that will elevate your and your students’ design game. Explore cutting-edge techniques and timesaving shortcuts. Leave with a toolkit of tricks that will make you exclaim, "Wow! I didn't know you could do THAT in Adobe Illustrator!" Step-by-step instructions.

Learn about what’s going on with Arizona FFA and National FFA as we head into the school year. We will then break into a variety of round tables including: How to prepare for Chapter Officer Training, Preparing CDE Teams, Traveling to National Convention, Finding and Using Volunteers to best help you.

This is an offsite session. Attendees are responsible for providing their own transportation to and from Pima Community College. In this session we will discuss how to incorporate these plan views as assignments and how you can implement it in your classroom for architectural drafting. We will work with the software and discuss how you can prepare your students to successfully pass Certiports AutoDesk Certified User for REVIT industry recognized certification, prepare your students for the state standards exam, and give them the tools to be competitive and successful either in industry or in continuing education.

Come learn about what the AETI Department has to offer for our students. After, we will have an open house to learn more about different committees you can join as AATA Members. Finish the session by meeting with your region to plan out events for the school year.

The CTE Florence Unified CTE Staff will design a strategic and action plan for the upcoming school year to include, but not limited to Performance Measures, CTE Assessments, and other CTE related items. Only FUSD CTE staff should register for this workshop with a code.

You will need to provide transportation and tools. A trowel, 2 foot and 4 foot levels, tape measure, jointer and brush will be needed for the training. Participants will choose from beginner, intermediate or advanced masonry project and build the selected project in the time allowed. Journeyman masons will be present to provide training and teaching tips. Please wear closed toed shoes, pants, sun protection, and come ready to learn about masonry.

In this highly engaging course teachers will focus on the design and delivery of relevant and engaging lessons. Special emphasis is placed on writing clear, aligned and measurable objective(s), a variety of methods for structuring learning to meet objective(s), incorporation of active participation strategies, developing a strong introduction to each lesson, and closure to assess learning. This is an ADE approved Professional Development Event. Upon completion of this two-day training you will earn the equivalent of one ADE credit.

Create meaningful work-based learning experiences for your students. This course will provide teachers with a variety of models of work-based learning along with the associated forms, agreements, and guidelines. You will select the model that is most appropriate for your situation and create a plan to implement work-based learning as a part of your premier program! Upon successful completion of the course, which includes submission of homework, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.

This hands-on session will focus on the repair and maintenance of 3-D printers. Participants will work on 3-D printers with malfunctions and will troubleshoot and repair them. The participants will also learn important tips for maintenance of the printer as well as proper storage for the filament for the best production of parts. Participants will receive a Repair and Maintenance Toolbox to use and take to school.

Bring a laptop! This course is designed for first, second and third year advisors who want to effectively manage a CTSO. During this course advisors will discuss how to integrate a CTSO into their curriculum, brainstorm fundraising opportunities, share strategies for conducting awards recognition functions and explore related legal and ethical considerations. Advisors will also be acquainted with CTSO resources available to them. This is an ADE approved Professional Development Event. Upon completion of this training and any homework assigned you will earn the equivalent of ADE college credit.

Join us to learn about new Ford technologies which include Over The Air (OTA) Updates, Connected Vehicle Data and Diagnostics, Ford's BlueCruise - Self-Driving car technology, VCMM - Oscilloscope, Vibration Analyzer, and more. You will also learn more about what's on the Horizon - New Ford Vehicles and Key Features.

This session is for the participants who finished the session "4607 - Developing Skills for the CSWA Certification Exam" on Friday, 7/12 and wish to take the CSWA Certification Exam.

This professional development day is held in conjunction with the ACTEAZ Summer Conference. It is designed to provide the aspiring, new and experienced CTE administrators with 8 hours of valuable training that is relevant, useful and essential to the success of any CTE administrator. Thought-provoking professional development that inspires vision and professional growth is delivered in an atmosphere that provides networking and promotes collegiality. Administrators are assisted with prioritizing responsibilities, goal setting, and are provided mentors to access throughout the school year.

This interactive, hands-on introduction to Photoshop, the industry-standard computer imaging and design application, is designed for anyone (instructors, office staff, administrators, and any and all other stakeholders) who little to no experience using this powerful and FUN application! In this engaging workshop, novice users will be introduced to the fundamentals of Photoshop through easy-to-follow, practical examples and exercises, and will explore workhorse image editing application. Join Adobe Certified Associate, Robert Waller, for BEGINNERS ONLY. Lesson files provided.

Is your school addressing fallout from interrupted schooling during the pandemic? Are your students struggling to focus and self-regulate? The pandemic has highlighted the need for executive functioning skills (EFs) in students! EFs enable students to plan, focus attention, remember instructions, and juggle multiple tasks successfully. Learn to support students through a predictable routine that encourages the EFs needed to achieve academically & in the workplace. Through parallel-process, Organized Binder helps students hone their EFs within the context of what they are learning.

Connect employability skills using Game-Based Instructional Strategies within the classroom. Game-Based Learning creates engagement levels for all learning levels. Learn strategies that will give students a chance to provide visual workforce skills and apply them daily.

Hands on lessons to take back to your classroom! Join us as we complete activities in mechanics, plant science, animal science and more! Items will be given to each attendee to take home so you can complete this in your own classroom!

Unlock the secrets to student engagement and foster a culture of ownership in your classroom! In this dynamic presentation, we delve into the crucial connection between engaged learning, student ownership, and professional development. Join us to explore effective strategies that go beyond traditional methods, ensuring that every lesson leaves a lasting impact.

*Session attendees, please bring your own device. Are you ready to revolutionize your social media game and captivate your audience with visually stunning content? Look no further than our exclusive seminar dedicated to mastering Adobe Express—the ultimate tool for creating eye-catching graphics and captivating visuals! By Expert Facilitator: Rick Burress, Industry Creative Professional

Generative AI offers fascinating possibilities but dynamic implications for the written word and artistic medium. Getting ahead of the trend keeps teachers in control, reframing the dilemma away from catching plagiarism to inspiring the articulation of thought and encouraging student engagement with emerging revolutionary technology. - Utilize AI to scaffold content, Educate students on AI's legal, ethical, and technical realities as a tool, - Raise the floor on average literacy and information retention and encourage advanced reading comprehension based on AI learning models & development.

Module 1 - Essential Equipment and Terminology: Introduction to essential photography equipment and lighting terminology. Module 2 - Various Lighting Setups: Introduction/Demonstration of one-light setups with different modifiers (umbrellas, soft boxes, beauty dish). Module 3 - Camera and Light Settings Simplified: Simple steps to camera and light settings. Step-by-step instructions for achieving optimal camera settings (ISO, aperture, shutter speed) for sports photography. (Flat Lighting, Butterfly Lighting, Rembrandt Lighting, Split Lighting) with gels. Strobe settings simplified.

Studies show that employer continue to demand soft skills in the workplace. Foundational academic workplace skills are equally important and expected. Earning the National Work Readiness Credentials for Soft Skills and Academic Skills, students hold stackable credentials that validate mastery of their career readiness and add establish a footing to their portfolio of industry-specific credentials. CTE teachers can use the courseware as a curriculum supplement.

This interactive workshop is designed to ensure success in the formation and use of industry advisory councils. During this workshop you will learn how to form a committee, how to conduct useful advisory council meetings and how to use advisory council members for continuous program improvement. Upon successful completion of the course which includes submission of homework, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.

This course will explore the nine Professional Skills identified by the Arizona Department of Education in collaboration with industry. Participants will identify them, use created rubrics to assess their use, explore strategies to embed them across their curriculum, and methods to evaluate students. Upon successful completion of the course (which includes submission of homework, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.

NC3 Lincoln Electric Education Partner Schools (LEEPS) is a structured certification program for welding instructors and students. Participants will receive curriculum, labs, and assessments first-hand by Master Instructors. The Train-the-Trainer class provides a certification training framework to ensure the instructors possess the knowledge and skills required to properly train new welders in Welding Safety, Principles of Welding, GMAW, SMAW, FCAW, & GTAW. Participants will be certified NC3 trainers can provide standardized, world-class welding training at LEEPS & LEEPStart organizations.

This is an offsite session. Attendees are responsible for providing their own transportation to and from Pima Community College. Explore the essential principles of automation in our upcoming workshop by facilitating communication between two devices: an industrial robot and a PLC. This is a hands-on experience delving into the fundamentals of robot programming, PLC programming, and the intricate process of guiding a PLC and a robot to interact seamlessly. Engage with real industrial equipment, gaining the practical skills that will empower you to advance your program in automation and robotics, while also equipping your students for success in the industry.

It is a presentation that helps educators communicate effectively to all students by giving strategies to build a relationship with them regardless of differences that they may have. The program has a variety of activities that educators will engage in with one another and activities that they could take back and use in the classroom for their own use. Groups discussion will be a big part of the presentation as well to get their feedback on what they are witnessing in their own schools.

In this session, we will compare the roles of the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) Career and Technical Education (CTE) vs Arizona Board of Nursing (AZBN), discuss Arizona Department of Education Oversight and Arizona Board of Nursing Oversight. Common questions and challenges with Nursing Assistant Programs will be addressed and support you can receive from these two agencies will be highlighted.

*Session attendees, please bring your own device. While the ACP exam doesn’t test students on camera work, students cannot prepare for the exam without using the camera. In this session we will discuss and talk about the fundamental aspects of the camera and make sure that students understand that not everything can be done in post.

Backpack journalism is an emerging type of journalism that requires students to be reporter, photographer, and videographer, editor and producer. These days, students need to know how to do it all! No longer can print journalism be separated from broadcast journalism. In this workshop, participants will learn to teach students how to develop a complete news package: preplanning, filming, editing, and writing. We will discuss how to develop a complete news package and how to write a story that goes along with it. We will even discuss how to best use social media to push that story.

The aim of this educational standard is to prepare students for the workplace by encouraging them to take charge of their learning and career paths. By fostering a sense of initiative, students learn to identify opportunities, take action towards their goals, and demonstrate leadership in their endeavors. Self-direction is equally emphasized, suggesting that students should be capable of setting personal and professional goals, managing their time effectively, and continuously seeking ways to improve their skills and knowledge base.

Helping today’s students develop interest in potential careers not only benefits their futures but brings relevant and fun learning opportunities to the classroom. Attend this presentation by Realityworks, Inc. to hear why career exploration is an effective way to grab students’ attention and what activities are the most effective for middle and high school classrooms. We will also share free resources to enhance career exploration lessons. This session is presented by RealityWorks.

During this session attendees will be introduced to the current survey data collected by the Comprehensive System of Personnel Development Recruitment and Retention Work Group. Through small group discussions and activities, they will be able to identify the top five retention strategies in the early care and education field. Additionally, they will explore and become become familiar with recruitment and retention resources available on the Arizona Department of Education website, www.azed.gov.

This hands-on session will focus on laser printing, design process and part production. Participants will learn to use a laser and software for laser engraving. Participants will learn safety and operation specifics which meet ANSI and OSHA requirements. All registered participants in this training will take the Industrial Laser Safety Certification Exam, a nationally recognized industry certification for Laser and Plasma cutter users.

*Session attendees, please bring your own device. This project, which has become a student and school favorite, is a great way to introduce your students to the Premiere Pro program. We will look at the project as well as all the resources your students need to get started in mastering the parts of Premiere Pro for the Premiere Pro ACP exam.

Bruce will share about important changes going on in ADE. The AZFFA Foundation will also be sharing about exciting opportunities for the foundation. Lastly, join us for a Q & A about different ways to use funding in your program.

Join us for an engaging and interactive presentation on harnessing the power of social media for student safety, security, and effective program marketing. Facilitated by the dynamic and experienced Kevin English, a veteran with over 30 years in Career and Technical Education, this session promises valuable insights and actionable strategies. Key focus areas are student safety and security, recruitment strategies and marketing your program strategies.

*Session attendees, please bring your own device. Join Our Seminar on Crafting a Winning Graphic Design and Photography Portfolio! Are you ready to elevate your graphic design and photography game? Do you dream of creating a portfolio that not only showcases your talent but also captivates clients and employers? Look no further! Our exclusive seminar is tailored just for you. By Expert Facilitator: Rick Burress, Industry Creative Professional

EVERFI offers a variety of supplemental resources around career exploration, financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and more. Learn how to empower high school students to make informed, goal-oriented decisions about their future with the no cost, standards-aligned digital resources we provide to teachers. In this session, teachers will gain access to their account, preview the digital resources and lesson plans and learn how to integrate EVERFI’s courses in their classrooms to enhance current curriculum and student engagement. Great for educators of grades 8-12. This session is presented by EVERFI.

ADE Program Specialists will review indicators of the Quality and Compliance Monitoring Guide with best practices, templates and Q & A session. This session will include examples that can be used for documentation and evidence of quality and compliance meant for teachers to address common challenges and concerns of the monitoring process. It is open to all CTE Program areas. All CTE teachers welcomed!

Once the workshop starts, we will split into two groups, one focusing on the basics of using The AET in the classroom. The second group will learn how to create their own "SAE Monopoly" to help students be able to identify different SAE opportunities for all types of students.

Unlock the secret to student success in CTSO contests! Calling all business and marketing teachers working with students in FBLA, DECA, and other Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs) - this workshop is your gateway to transforming your classroom into a year-long preparation powerhouse. Key focus areas are curriculum integration, strategic planning, student success, and time efficiency. Don't miss the opportunity to revolutionize your approach to CTSO contest preparation.

ACTEAZ Annual Board of Directors Meeting, The outgoing Board Members will be thanked and the new Board Members for 2024-2025 will be introduced. All ACTEAZ Members are welcome to attend. This meeting will be held at the Westin La Paloma.

Whether in a welding lab or a bioscience lab, effective demonstrations are crucial. If done correctly every student can successfully perform the new skill with little or no frustration, without wasted materials, and attain proficiency in a way that will ensure the whole class progresses at an appropriate pace. This is a real career extender! When you and the students are successful in the lab, teaching can be very rewarding. An added bonus is that students complete the new skill in a safe environment. Come and learn this four-part demonstration method. Upon successful completion of the course, which includes submission of homework. Participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development hours.

Assessing and grading are two different actions. Learn a variety of formative and summative assessment techniques. A major focus is how to assess student work using rubrics. This class will help you create a clear grading policy and develop a variety of ways to assess student learning. How should students in CTE be assessed? How do we set up a fair grading system for both teachers and students? Learn about the wide variety of options that address both of these issues to help you develop both your own philosophy for grading as well as effective strategies for multiple ways to assess student learning and progress. You will also leave with a greater understanding of how to align testing and evaluation to your course outcomes and grading policies that will increase effective feedback for students. Upon successful completion of the course, which includes submission of homework, participants will receive an ADE certificate for 15 professional development clock hours, which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.

Participants will learn Solidworks CAM for use with CNC machines. This software is an add-on to all versions of Solidworks design software. This software is powered by CAMWorks, and uses rule-based technology that enables you to integrate design and manufacturing in one application.

Start your first year program with a tool kit that includes Skills USA, a very affordable 3D printer, maker bot and free Tinker CAD. Join us for three hours to see how much fun you and your students will have designing and making cool things!

This training will allow you to understand and utilize the most up to date usage of Bluetooth meters and will include a National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3) certification. This training will also include using and testing with the proper meter while working on EV and hybrid vehicles.

Do your students lack confidence? Are they reluctant to take on challenging tasks or do they give up when learning something new becomes difficult? Educators who support students in developing the College and Career Competencies (CCC) assertiveness, conflict management, self-efficacy, and self-regulation have observed increased persistence, confidence, and ownership of learning which has led to greater success in school and postsecondary endeavors. Come learn how to support students with on-going practice of the CCC, and receive info on how to implement the CCC through free PD and coaching.

There will be a variety of welding processes that we will dive into, from basic welding to advanced technology. We will also have Carbon Arc Cutting that will involve weld removal, gouging, cutting and piercing. Please bring all necessary PPE and tools for cutting and welding.

*Session attendees, please bring your own device. Immerse yourself in the ultimate graphic design challenge. This Escape Room invites you to solve design puzzles, unlock creativity and escape the pixelated maze. Navigate through color theory, typography and layout challenges to escape, while discovering a new way to energize your students.

*Session attendees, please bring your own device. Embark on a journey of creativity and innovation as Rick Burress, of Artistec Inc., guides you through a hands-on tutorial of the dynamic animation and video tool, “Adobe After Effects.” Whether you’re a seasoned educator or just starting to explore the world of animation, this workshop is your ticket to mastering After Effects from the ground up! By Expert Facilitator: Rick Burress, Industry Creative Professional

Speaking up about mental health issues or learning disorders can be challenging for students. Stories have the power to break through shielding defenses and build a bridge to empathy and understanding. This session introduces and explores stories that are part of #MyYoungerSelf series in which celebrities and newsmakers talk about the ways they have overcome challenges with their mental health. School counselors will examine and unpack these stories to identify ways to support students. Participants will have the opportunity to generate their own #MyYoungerSelf video to share, post or keep.

Teachers will be able to duplicate this lesson in their classroom. AZ StRUT (Arizona Students Recycling Used Technology) will provide all resources for this effective hands-on learning experience. The objective of this course is to introduce the student to computer technology. The student will be able to identify types of computer components and peripheral devices. Upon completion of this course the student will understand computer hardware, peripheral equipment, and related maintenance and security procedures. Students will also be introduced to AZ StRUT’s mission.

Earn a certification yourself before you try it with your students! Join iCEV to test your knowledge and skills for FREE. When you leave this session, you could walk away with a credential to add to your resume, as well as a better understanding of the iCEV Testing Platform. iCEV hosts 16 certifications from various businesses and organizations, AND in 2024-25 offer Arizona Diploma Seals for students passing our Personal Financial Literacy Certification, with Schools’ A_F Grades positively affected.

Unlock the potential of your team through a Strengths-Based approach which values individual talents and strengths. This session explores how leading with a focus on strengths can enhance team culture, efficiency, and overall effectiveness. Participants will delve into the principles of a strengths-based approach and explore practical strategies to apply within their team. To maximize the session's benefits, attendees are encouraged to complete the Clifton StrengthsFinder assessment beforehand. Join us in harnessing the collective strengths of your team for unprecedented success!

In a world where technology is advancing at an unprecedented pace, Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways are undergoing a transformative shift. The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not just impacting traditional industries, but it is also reshaping the landscape of CTE careers. This workshop about navigating the future in the era of AI, is designed to equip educators, administrators, school counselors. and CTE professionals with the knowledge and insights needed to guide students through these evolving career landscapes.

This is an offsite session. Attendees are responsible for providing their own transportation to and from Pima Community College. Dive into comprehensive solutions addressing classroom management, student grouping, grading, and effective work assignment strategies specifically designed for automation and robotics instruction. Explore key areas, including electrical, mechanical, fluid power, sensors, and PLCs, through engaging hands-on labs in each content area. Elevate your teaching approach and enrich your students' learning experience with practical insights and interactive sessions.

The goal of this session is to further the discussion on the liminal spaces of learning which exist in the exchanges between the CTE teacher and student. In the liminal spaces of learning which exist in the exchanges between teacher and student, CTE teachers forge authentic learning experiences linked to higher levels of student achievement. Expanding upon this notion further highlights the significant impacts CTE teachers make in learning, providing the CTE community with an opportunity to contribute a collective best practice, empowering CTE teachers and promoting interdisciplinary studies.

Discover easy, ready to use resources to integrate professional writing of resumes and emails in your CTE classroom. Uncover ways to assist students with these tasks despite their youth and lack of experience so they are prepared for the next step of their path. Apply these methods to your CTSO competitive events that require resumes and/or emails.

Teachers share their best ideas in the categories of Classroom Instructions, SAE, and CTSO. Teachers are competing for a chance to go to NAAE Regionals as a representative of AATA. Prizes are awarded for the top three entries in each category. Entries must be entered electronically prior to the workshop.

Let’s change up our CTE World with new AI Assessments. As we all know, we need new methods of assessment that are NON-TEXT in nature due to ChatGPT. See tons of examples of new ways to assess! Discover the transformative potential of AI in education with a focus on instructional design/assessment. This presentation explores how AI tools like ChatGPT and other language models can be harnessed to create engaging and effective learning materials. This session explores real-world examples of AI-generated lessons, interactive activities, personalized feedback, multimedia resources, and assessments

Join Hasam from Northern Arizona University as he talks about their plans to train students to work in the microchip industry. Some skills that will be needed include equipment maintenance, wafer fab operators and technicians, instrumentation managers with quality assurance, distribution, supply chain managers, packaging engineers and wastewater treatment

This session will move past financial education basics to teach students about the risks and benefits of investing their money. Through EVERFI’s standards-aligned digital courses, students can use real-life simulations to gain an understanding of sustainable investing approaches to make better financial choices. Teachers will use this time to gain access to their free EVERFI account, preview the digital resources available through EVERFI, and learn how to integrate the resources into their classrooms to increase student engagement and exploration. Ideal for teachers of grades 9-12. This session is presented by EVERFI.

The Rehabilitation Services Administration Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) program offers Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) and other services to students with disabilities statewide. Learn how the specific career exploration and job readiness services provided by Pre-ETS help students with disabilities prepare for future employment and equip students with tools to find their pathway to employment. Join us for an overview of Pre-ETS, Vocational Rehabilitation and how the services can support the transition planning process and success after participating in a CTE program.

Come learn about the Earn to Learn "savings to scholarship" program which empowers eligible students at our partnered institutions to successfully complete a postsecondary education through matched-savings scholarships, financial education, success coaching, and workforce development programs like our AmeriCorps Next Steps Advising Program. Eligible students complete personal finance training and commit to a savings plan to reach a goal of $500. They then receive an 8:1 match on their savings, up to $4,000 per year for tuition and related costs at our partnered educational institutions.

Commonly asked questions and need to-know information from baby boomers and future retirees. Matt Julian and Bill Stead have a combined span of 40 plus years of experience with helping individuals.

Don't be afraid of what might be lurking in the woods like Dorothy, the Tin Man and Scarecrow. Come explore the many resources provided with your membership in ACTE. ACTE is your professional organization...make sure you are getting the most for your professional growth and advocacy for CTE.

Join ADE and CTE Stakeholders for the first CTE Administrators meeting of the new school year! Meet your ADE/CTE Staff and find out what's new or improved in CTE! All CTE Secondary and Postsecondary Administrators and CTED Superintendents should attend this informative session! Recommended for all New and Experienced CTE Administrators and Directors.

This hands-on workshop will demonstrate to participants how to measure, bend, cut, and install a 90-degree conduit bend. This workshop is meant for beginners with little to no experience in bending conduit. Session will take you through the whole process electricians do daily in the field and includes using hand tools and power tools. All materials and tools will be supplied. REQUIREMENTS: Long pants, t-shirt, long hair pulled back. Close-toed shoes are a must. You will not be allowed to participate if you arrive in flip flops or sandals. Please come prepared.

Presentation and overview of Canva.

Join us to learn more about techniques and store for forensic fingerprinting.

After listening to what opportunities Arizona Farm Bureau can offer you and your students, we will then begin the Arizona Agricultural Education Program Evaluation Instrument (AAEPEI) review process, which provides AG ED teachers with an opportunity to identify the strengths and weaknesses of their programs. This is accomplished through collecting evidence that highlights your program within a binder.

Join us for an engaging networking luncheon where CTE fellows converge to share insights, foster connections, and spark collaborations. Discover new opportunities, exchange ideas, and enjoy a dynamic atmosphere that propels your professional network to new heights. Don't miss this vibrant session – where conversations lead to connections and ideas turn into action!

Currently there are 12,537 open cyber security jobs open in Arizona and expected 3.5 million open positions in the United States by 2025 (cyberseek.org) - how can our state come together to fill this workforce need? How can your district, school, and CTE program develop a cyber security education pathways, how do you identify the cyber security education ecosystem in your region, what resources are available to teachers and programs? Join the Center for the Future of Arizona, AZ Cyber Initiative, and the University of Arizona to explore and answer these questions.

This session is specifically for Medical Records and MSH Program Teachers. During this session we will distinguish between Work Based Learning and Lab Lessons and why the difference matters. We will have an activity to work on the distinctions for your content area. To conclude the session, we will engage in a lesson share activity. You will be with your fellow Medical Records and MSH teachers from across the state! Please bring your laptop and a lesson to share at your table. A general Health Science Program version of this presentation will occur on Tuesday, July 16, from 3:30-5pm.

Take your healthcare classroom to the next level using case studies to teach important concepts, ideas and procedures. Using case studies allows student to practice critical thinking skills and apply what they are learning to real-life scenarios. The examples being used in this class are specific to veterinary medicine, but can be modified to work in any healthcare classroom.

Arizona CTE Quality Commission.

This event is an opportunity to highlight the best and brightest of all the Arizona Agriculture Educators. We will celebrate the end of one school year and the beginning of the next. This is our chance to come and support our profession and the individuals that are in it.

Learn how Arizona @ Work and Local First Arizona has helped a small rural school, Payson High, put on a college and career fair and how they can support your school as well. Learn how these organizations and others are available and willing to help our students find jobs and get connected.

*Session attendees, please bring your own device. When a designer only has type and imagery to work with, why do they constantly ignore the value of type done right? Learn the correct way to utilize type as well as how to pick the right font for the job. Good typography will set you apart from self-taught designers in a heartbeat.

*Session attendees, please bring your own device. Unleash the true potential of your visual storytelling with our exclusive live seminar, “Graphic Design & Photography: Process and Principles.” Join us for an intensive 3-hour session that will revolutionize your approach to layout, design, and photo composition, taking your skills to a professional level! By Expert Facilitator: Rick Burress, Industry Creative Professional

In today's evolving workforce, there is significant shift towards preparing students for their future careers both academically and experientially. Virtual internships offer high school students real-world workplace experiences while breaking geographical barriers and increasing equitable access. This session will illuminate how this innovative approach enhances school and business partnerships and fosters students' understanding of diverse career pathways and industries as they develop critical professional skills.

Commonly asked questions and need to-know information from baby boomers and future retirees. Matt Julian and Bill Stead have a combined span of 40 plus years of experience with helping individuals.

Join our inspiring workshop where we dive into the transformative world of Junior Achievement and its programs that empower students in entrepreneurship, financial literacy, & career literacy. Let us guide you through the magic of our renowned JA Inspire program. This goes beyond conventional learning, offering a cutting-edge approach to career literacy and exploration. Learn how students can earn the JA Career Readiness Credential that demonstrates to employers that they have mastered collaboration, self-direction, creativity, innovation, communication, cultural agility, & critical thinking.

Use CTE data to go beyond compliance and accountability and implement effective, data-backed strategies for CTE program improvement. This session will assist CTE practitioners with understanding how data can be used to improve CTE programs, how to access relevant data, learn about continuous improvement model, and understand how to incorporate data into their planning processes (CLNA). Includes strategies for using various CTE reports, such as the Opportunity Gap Analysis report.

Unlock the transformative power of storytelling at our conference session as we delve into how narratives can be a compelling force in advocating for Career and Technical Education (CTE). Explore firsthand accounts of success, witness the impact of personal stories, and learn to craft narratives that drive change. Join us on a journey where storytelling becomes a catalyst for championing CTE, inspiring innovation, and shaping the future of vocational education.

Do you spend too much time entering and cleaning up data in Excel spreadsheets or Google Sheets? Keyboard shortcuts and data entry strategies covered in this course will help minimize errors and reduce the time spent "fixing" data. Participants will also work with data validation and data formatting strategies.

This session will be a panel of women currently in skilled trades sharing their journeys into their career and discusssing how to support and encourage young women to explore skilled trades careers.

Learn how to document all the amazing things your CTSO accomplishes during the school year using Google Classroom. Students will be responsible for documenting all activities under teacher supervision.

Keynote address by Alex Kajitani. "Owning It: How to Ace & Embrace the Work We Do" Twenty years ago, Alex Kajitani was a new teacher in one of California’s poorest neighborhoods. His students seemed unmotivated, unengaged and uninterested in what he was teaching. Demoralized and desperate, he set out on a journey to turn his class, and his life, around. Today, Alex holds the title of California Teacher of the Year, and Top-4 Finalist for National Teacher of the Year, 2009, and is lauded for his motivation, innovation and “real talk” on what it takes to succeed in today’s world. Alex’s journey – from frustrated new teacher to being honored at the White House – is one he now shares across the country, to inspire educators to new heights and fresh ways of thinking about the work we do and students we serve. A former restaurant manager who has worked closely with CTE programs, his message of “Owning It” resonates deeply, regardless of experience or job title, and hits hard at the heart of what it takes to succeed as a Career & Technical Educator today.

Join ADE/CTE for updates and an overview of sessions provided for school counselors. We encourage you to come network with your fellow school counselors before the day begins. Grab some breakfast and join us for a warm welcome!

Join Gil as he explains how students can prepare for an evolving future with STEM skills. Almost half of US jobs will soon be fully automated and these workers are more important than ever before! Our students need to face these changing needs from machines, data and analytics in a high speed world. Join us to see how we can excite students through robotics in the educational curriculum for each grade level to better prepare our students to enter the workforce where they will likely be working with or affected by automation and robotics.

Embark on the exploration of a first-year CTE Engineering Teacher in this presentation. Discover key insights, essential skills and practical tips to navigate the challenges and triumphs of an inaugural year. Gain an overview of the curriculum and hands on experience with Tinker CAD Software and Vex bots in your classroom.

In this session, Elizabeth will discuss effects of nutrition on adolescents, the gut-brain connection and the importance of proper nutrition and how it effects concentration and mood. The content learned in this session can be brought back to the culinary and health sciences classrooms for student to apply to their daily lives and studies.

Join us to discuss and collaborate on TSA results and forthcoming professional development.

In this mini-session participants will review the requirements to maintain a CTSO in good standing, differentiate between a CTSO Constitution and Bylaws, and discuss the legal and ethical considerations of being an advisor and traveling with students. Participants who participate in 4 out of the 5 courses and who complete the follow-up assignments will have the opportunity to earn 15 CEU hours approved by ADE to be used for their standard CTE certificate or for recertification hours. This session is for teachers that already have established a chapter (been an advisor at least 3 years), and need some additional help.

Participants will learn critical team preparation and training basics for four SkillsUSA state and national contests. This session focuses on the Automated Manufacturing Technology (AMT), Robotics and Automation Technology (RAT), and Mechatronics and Additive Manufacturing (MAM) competitions. We will look at the competitions from 2023 at the State level, and discuss the important aspects of taking teams to National SkillsUSA Competitions. Information about Industry certifications will be discussed, including but not limited to NIMS and CSWA.

This session is specifically for Bioscience and Lab Assisting Teachers. During this session we will distinguish between Work Based Learning and Lab Lessons and why the difference matters. We will have an activity to work on the distinctions for your content area. To conclude the session, we will engage in a lesson share activity. You will be with your fellow Bioscience and LA teachers who come from across the state! Please bring your laptop and a lesson to share at your table. A general Health Science Program area version of this presentation will occur on Tuesday, July 16, from 3:30-5pm.

Learn how to coach your students into explosive and dynamic role plays that will impress judges. Led by a DECA Train the Trainer and Marketing Instructor of typical Gen Z kiddos at a Title-I high school, this session will share the tips and tricks available through DECA Inc., DECA+, and many years of trial and error.

The NRF Foundation has given its four Industry Recognized Credentials a facelift. Last time they were updated was in 2019 and lots has changed in the retail space since then including AI considerations, sustainability practices, supply chain diversification and more. Please join NRF Foundation staff for an overview of the new content, curriculum demonstration, NEW sample test questions and Q&A. This session is presented by NRF Foundation.

Peoria Unified School District and Center for the Future of Arizona partnered for a federal grant challenge on Work-Based Learning in construction. Advancing to phase II unlocked resources and examples from other states. Our challenge was securing under-18 opportunities on construction sites. Our solution; an innovative internship course bringing employers to the classroom. This pre-apprenticeship model prepares students for construction apprenticeships. Join our session to explore how this innovative programming could reshape construction education and bridge the education to industry gap.

Journey through scenario-based discussions where storytelling is vibrant. Conversations weave together experiences with teaching techniques and strategies using the content of the technical standards. Explore the connection between resources and engaging in support systems to enhance student success. Travel through roundtable talks, revealing collaborative solutions to education issues. Unveil myths and facts about the Technical Skills Assessment to ensure accurate data for student learning and career readiness. Let shared stories guide change in teaching.

In this session, you will learn how to implement cybersecurity in your classroom with help of CYBER.ORG’s FREE Cybersecurity courses and brand new cyber range. Content developers will showcase the course and lab utilizing the grant funded CYBER.ORG Range. The course 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 designed for 9-12 cybersecurity classrooms at no cost to educators/schools. This session is presented by CYBER.ORG.

The first half of this session will review general updates about the Education Professions and Early Childhood Education (ECE) programs, examine TSA data and address needs to fill in gaps for tricky standards, establish needs in professional development, and address common questions. The second half will be given for teachers to collaborate and network on best practices and share effective strategies implemented in their classroom. Bring some of your best samples and resources you'd like to share and questions to address!

Teacher Clarity instructional framework in CTE lesson plans with a marketing twist.

*Session attendees, please bring your own device. Delve into the world of offset and digital printing, understanding their strengths and applications. Explore the cost-effectiveness, quality and environmental impact. Transform your approach and knowledge of this $485 Billion industry.

BusinessU now offers AZ standards-based reporting & a weekly Bellringer series based on current events and case studies! 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 assessments, projects, discussions, and exams. This session is presented by BusinessU.

Please join ABEC and Edge Factor to discover how YOU can access and utilize ABEC's FREE digitized middle school career exploration curriculum in Culinary Arts, Construction, Automotive & Transportation, and the debut of our Public Safety-Law Enforcement curriculum. The project-based curricula provide an effective and well-developed tool that supports teachers in guiding students in exploring their passions, learning soft skills, and understanding future, in-demand careers in their communities. The ABEC middle school career exploration curriculum is aligned to ADE's Career Literacy Standards.

Learn how to document all the amazing things your CTSO accomplishes during the school year using Google Classroom. Students will be responsible for documenting all activities under teacher supervision.

Let's change up our CTE World with new AI Assessments. As we all know, we need new methods of assessment that are NON-TEXT in nature due to ChatGPT. See tons of examples of new ways to assess! Discover the transformative potential of AI in education with a focus on instructional design/assessment. This presentation explores how AI tools like ChatGPT and other language models can be harnessed to create engaging and effective learning materials. This session explores real-world examples of AI-generated lessons, interactive activities, personalized feedback, multimedia resources, and assessments.

Join our inspiring workshop where we dive into the transformative world of Junior Achievement and its programs that empower students in entrepreneurship, financial literacy, & career literacy. Let us guide you through the magic of our renowned JA Inspire program. This goes beyond conventional learning, offering a cutting-edge approach to career literacy and exploration. Learn how students can earn the JA Career Readiness Credential that demonstrates to employers that they have mastered collaboration, self-direction, creativity, innovation, communication, cultural agility, & critical thinking.

Earn a certification yourself before you try it with your students! Join iCEV to test your knowledge and skills for FREE. When you leave this session, you could walk away with a credential to add to your resume, as well as a better understanding of the iCEV Testing Platform. iCEV hosts 16 certifications from various businesses and organizations, AND in 2024-25 offer Arizona Diploma Seals for students passing our Personal Financial Literacy Certification, with Schools’ A_F Grades positively affected. This session is presented by iCEV.

*Session attendees, please bring your own device. When CTE teachers are asked to do so many things, certification can seem like a huge mountain to climb. In part 1 of this series, we will talk about how to set your classroom up to successfully implement any Adobe Certified Professional exam into the classroom. This workshop is great for 1st year teachers who are new to the profession as well as seasoned veterans looking for new ways to implement good instructional practices.

Leadership is a choice, not a rank and is a learnable skill. These leadership and team building games and/or activities can be utilized with your team or are great to use the developing leadership with your CTSO’s. The activities shared are effective at introducing leadership concepts, for practicing and strengthening leadership and team-building skills and can be great for introduction or kicking off leadership skills training. You can apply these leadership training activities right away with your team to improve teamwork, facilitate better communication and increase team cohesion.

CTED Superintendent Consortium meeting.

Going over real-world scenarios that incorporate safe work environments and how it translates into great work ethic and workflow. All practices done in the shop follow strict OSHA guidelines and all tolerances for our shop are adhered and referenced from our AWS D1.1 code book.

Participants will understand the importance and benefits of dual enrollment/early college credit attainment and how these opportunities round out CTE pathways. We will review best dual enrollment courses, opportunities for accelerated pathways, and strategies to implement these practices. Participants will hear from educators who have successfully implemented these strategies. This session is presented by ElevateEdAZ.

Join us in achieving AZ’s statewide attainment goal, Achieve60AZ, to add the more than 500,000 degrees and certificates by 2030. Attend our presentation where we’ll discuss the significant improvements required throughout PreK-20. We’ll explore the relationship between the Achieve60AZ goal, AZ Education Progress Meter, and AzCAN PD resources. Gain a deeper understanding of the impact of CCR work at the K12 school- and district-level and how it can contribute to Arizona’s economic prosperity. Learn about the research behind the 2023 economic impact report, Billions to Gain.

So often, CTE teachers are tasked with bridging the gaps in students' reading skills. In this session, you will learn some of the common pitfalls when it comes to technical reading as well as some evidence-based strategies to foster a more confident and an efficient approach to technical reading.

This session will focus on classroom use cases for AI tools. Like many tools, AI needs to be taught so that students know how to use it appropriately, and safely. Participants will learn some ideas on how to integrate the use of AI tools into projects in the classroom. We will also discuss some of the pitfalls that can be avoided, and strategies to maximize the use of AI responsibly. This session is also offered at the Westin.

Classroom Engagement in the Vet Assistant Classroom: Discussion on engagement strategies while specifically focusing on the topics and standards covered in the vet assistant track.

Join us to collaborate and discuss TSA results and future professional development.

Are you eager to embark on the exciting journey of launching a school-based enterprise (SBE)? Before diving in headfirst, it's crucial to understand what they are, how they are unique to CTE, and how they fit into the CTE delivery model. In this interactive session, we'll explore essential financial topics tailored specifically for aspiring SBE creators. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or an educator, this session equips you with the knowledge and tools to navigate the financial waters with confidence. Join us to unlock the secrets to financial success in school-based enterprise ventures!

This session is specifically for Dental Assisting and Pharmacy Support Teachers. During this session we will distinguish between Work Based Learning and Lab Lessons and why the difference matters. We will have an activity to work on the distinctions for your content area. To conclude the session, we will engage in a lesson share activity. You will be with your fellow DA and Pharm teachers who come from across the state! Please bring your laptop and a lesson to share at your table. A general Health Science Program area version of this presentation will occur on Tuesday, July 16, from 3:30-5pm.

What do critical thinking skills and teamwork have to do with the learning about investing in the stock market? Everything! Come learn how integrating the Stock Market Game into your class can teach valuable critical thinking and collaboration skills. The presenter will share the fundamentals of the Stock Market Game, as will as its curriculum resources. Session attendees will discover how students can practice real-world applications of the math they are learning, analyze current events to discover their impact the market and gain valuable critical thinking skills.

Sports betting, raffles, lottery tickets, and jobs that promise to pay money without requiring a lot of effort are temptations to today’s teens who want to get rich quick. This session will cover the basics of investing with a focus on classroom activities related to risk and return, investing options for minors, and helping students understand the rewards of investing their money instead of gambling with it.

Study guides have been used for years to help students prepare assessments. The goal is to help students understand the material they learned and have it translate into higher scores on assessments. But does it really work? Want to try something different? This session will provide tips and tricks to up your study guide game and give students ownership of their study guide while building test taking strategies at the same time.

Employers across the state acknowledge the critical shortage of professional skills and soft skills. In this session learn to leverage our CTE Professional Skills Standards to develop leaders, entrepreneurs, managers. Walk away with resources to integrate these skills throughout your marketing curriculum and to incorporate DECA written events to lead your DECA Chapter strategy and get your students to ICDC!

Jobs worldwide are quickly becoming automated and will shift our career panorama. CTE Pathways need to change, shift, and adapt to meet the future global landscape. Academic esports encourages and allows all students to investigate career opportunities while gaining workplace readiness skills. Discover how to local schools have tapped the power of academic esports in their classroom and how CTSO’s are embracing this phenomenon. Integrating rigorous academic esports curricula engages students to graduate with industry approved certifications as well as college, career, and military ready.

In a world where technology is advancing at an unprecedented pace, Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways are undergoing a transformative shift. The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not just impacting traditional industries, but it is also reshaping the landscape of CTE careers. This workshop about navigating the future in the era of AI, is designed to equip educators, administrators, school counselors. and CTE professionals with the knowledge and insights needed to guide students through these evolving career landscapes.

ACOVA Critical Issues provides CTE leaders an opportunity to share issues that impact CTE programming at the local and state levels. The ACOVA board utilizes the results of this session to develop a program of work to address the needs of leaders in the state. This session is valuable for all CTE administrators and leaders.

Pima Community College's (PCC) provides training at a local homeless shelter: The Center of Opportunity. The Center, along with their local partners provide services to meet the needs of their guests experiencing homelessness, however they were in need of an educational partner. PCC became that partner. Information technology, commercial driver’s license, construction technology and culinary arts training is taking place on site at no cost to learners. The goal is to provide opportunities for individuals to gain skills that lead to sustainable living-wage jobs.

This professional development opportunity, brought to you by the Grant Program Specialist Team, will offer you the chance to review all the required components of the Perkins V grant application. We will cover the budget coding and narratives as well as the components of your Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment (CLNA).

Where Education and Industry Meet: The National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3) is a value-driven organization and the future model for Career and Technical Education, creating highly-skilled, job-ready professionals through a growing network of educational partners and global industry leaders. In this workshop we will go over the different NC3 Certifications/Microcredentials to help advance your CTE Programs across the board. We will also go over different Pathways for several topics of coverage (Mechatronics, Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, Alternative Energy, Construction, etc.).

Are you tired of being reactive? Would you rather be proactive, write your own story and develop the Counseling Yearbook you dream of? Utilize the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) national model to plan your year and embed CTE/college and career readiness into that plan. Come learn and share with other School Counselors valuable planning tips that will help you build a comprehensive counseling plan focused on positive student outcomes. Bring your own ideas and questions and collaborate with fellow School Counselors!

Focus of the presentation will looking at the practical techniques of the hands-on experiences that students in your digital photography may likely get a chance to do on your campus outside of regular class meeting times. Topics included will be lighting for school dance photos, photographing sports and events, making composite promotional posters and banners for social media, and making your student photography work effective as fundraisers for your photo club/CTSO. Participants will use their cameras and practice the skills presented so they are ready to take them back to their schools.

This is an offsite session. Attendees will need to provide their own transportation. Join us as we tour local agriculture business in Tucson!

How many texts have you sent today? Do you scroll through social media first thing in the morning or check to see how many people have liked your post? Social media is a part of our daily society. Ensure your students understand the pros/pitfalls of electronic communication thru this interactive session focused on three game changing tips for students to know how to effectively communicate with others, to understand possible consequences of posting, and to prevent negative outcomes that can occur through electronic communication. (YES! Take these activities back to your classroom)!

The first half of this session will review general updates about the Fashion Design & Merchandising and Interior Design programs, examine Technical Skill Assessment (TSA) data and address needs to fill in gaps for tricky standards, establish needs in professional development, and address common questions. The second half will be given for teachers to collaborate and network on best practices and share effective strategies implemented in their classroom. Bring some of your best samples and resources you'd like to share and questions to address!

Come and see what 2024-2025 school year holds in store for Arizona FBLA, including adviser professional development opportunities, student leadership training, special events, competitions, membership affiliation, and much more. In this session you will get updates, national topics, and what is in store for the upcoming year.

Join representatives from Yavapai College who will explain their latest endeavor to tackle student, faculty, and staff housing issues through creative means on various Yavapai College Campuses and Centers.

This session will help Family & Consumer Science teachers understand how to use Bloom's Taxonomy to write effective test questions that can help create formative and summative assessments. Whether it is a final exam, unit test, or daily check for understanding, this format can be used to identify points of remediation in lesson planning and student learning.

Are you ready to embark on a journey that will enhance your approach to business education? Join us for a dynamic and engaging workshop titled "Unlocking the Treasure Chest for Business Education." In this session, we will delve into a wealth of ideas, lessons, and resources designed to enrich your teaching toolkit in the fields of business, marketing, accounting, and personal finance. What's Inside the Treasure Chest? Bell Ringers, Enriching Projects, Lesson Plans, Interactive Resources, Personal Finance Insights, and Networking Opportunities.

The High School IGNITE Program provides students with career exploration opportunities and technical knowledge with hands-on skills preparing them for high-paying jobs in advanced manufacturing facilities. Using Project Based Learning with Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, and Soft Skills the IGNITE Program prepares students with duel-community college credits plus a pathway to a university. Pair this with a 3rd party industrial credential, the IGNITE Program creates a pathway for the lifelong learner to continue and succeed as technology increases across manufacturing,

Healthcare is one of the most critical industries in the world and is always looking for new professionals to help take up the cause. To help prepare today’s students for a career in the healthcare industry, they need to be equipped with the skills and knowledge to be successful. From medical terminology to preparing students for industry certifications, iCEV is excited to introduce you to a brand-new health science curriculum. Join this session to learn how to incorporate the new curriculum into your health science classes!

The Arizona Student Opportunity Collaborative (AzSOC) is collaborating with the Arizona CTE Curriculum Consortium to create student-facing online courses rooted in the Consortium's excellent CTE curriculum. AzSOC is seeking experienced CTE leaders and teachers to develop these courses and will provide assistance, training, support and stipends. The session will explain the process and provide recruitment guidelines and opportunities.

*Session attendees, please bring your own device. Being a member of different organizations that support my students ensures that they get additional practice and challenge themselves and their creativity. Whether you are a member of Future Business Leaders of America, SkillsUSA, Student Television Network, or a different student organization, we will discuss how this gets your students ready for the ACP exam and why whole-class participation can be beneficial for ACP.

This session will explore how digital audio workstations (DAWs) like Soundtrap and Ableton Live can prepare students for modern, media-rich careers in the creative industries. Teachers will leave with a basic understanding of audio and MIDI as well as practical resources they can bring into their classrooms right away. The session will also explore the creative process with DAWs as a vehicle to help students develop the 21st century skills and social-emotional awareness they'll need to find success in any field.

Early Childhood Education (ECE) CTE instructors and Directors interested in industry updates, career exploration and program resources should make sure this session is on their agenda. Join our presenters as they share information, solicit your feedback, and prepare for implementation of your ideas with strategies that will meet your needs. Attendees in this session will leave knowing they played a role in the further development of projects and resources designed specifically for high school ECE CTE programs.

Learn how Peoria Unified Middle School Technology Life Careers (TLC) integrates exploratory CTE programming with career exploration and the AZ Career Literacy Standards. Peoria’s TLC program is an independent/stand-alone class taught by qualified CTE teachers who collaborate with high CTE teachers. Participants will engage in a hands-on activity related to Industrial and Emerging CTE programs that can be taken back to the classroom.

Attention ALL CTE educators and middle schools who provide early exposure to careers. Arizona stands at the forefront of bioscience and healthcare innovations leading to diverse career possibilities. Learn about free teacher resources designed to enhance your classroom experience and on-demand industry spotlights complete with engaging classroom tools. Explore the Educator Pro Connect platform. This session will elevate your CTE program or middle school career literacy initiatives.

Join and connect with your colleagues for lunch and hear some updates and opportunities from the AZ Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) Education Teachers' Organization. Network with friends and professionals at the luncheon and share your successes from the year! Speakers include: Kylie Chamblee from the Arizona Department of Education, Sara Lazar from Gilbert Schools, and other FCS Special Guests.

Please join us for the SkillsUSA luncheon to catch up on the latest CTSO updates, sit with friends and colleagues to share the years successes. Everyone welcome from any of the trades: welding, construction, engineering, IT, manufacturing, cosmetology, transportation, fire science, law enforcement, etc.

Join us for a special lunch session for school counselors featuring a presentation by Edge Factor. This year's topic will delve into the power of storytelling, and who better to learn from than the experts at Edge Factor? Their platform leverages storytelling to motivate K-12+ learners to explore, prepare and connect as they embark on their career journey. We look forward to seeing you there!

This business meeting of the AOAC - Arizona Occupational Administrators Council - will include presentations, discussions and regular association business related to Postsecondary Career and Technical Education and Workforce Development in Arizona.

The presentation is about promoting youth participation in Registered Apprenticeship through alignment with CTE as a means to introduce them early to various career pathways and help create and shape the future of Arizona's workforce landscape.

All Business Education teachers and FBLA advisors are invited to attend the annual business meeting and awards celebration to network with peers and learn about Arizona Business Education Association (ABEA). All new members are welcomed.

Preparing Arizona students through stronger alignment between education, business, and the community. This includes increasing: the number of students that enroll in and complete career pathways, the number of students that obtain industry-recognized credentials and dual enrollment credit, exposure to more students with work-based learning experiences, and the number of teachers that reimagine classroom learning through educator externships. This session is presented by ElevateEdAZ.

Develop an effective school-based enterprise for veterinary science programs that meet state standards and allows students to practice their skills in an environment focused on work-based learning.

Join AzStrut, a nonprofit, as they show you how they STOP TECH TRASH! See how they refurbish and redistribute computers to student programs. Each year they save 700,000 lbs of electronics from the landfills and estimate they save $400,000 each year from donated electronics. If you know of a school that needs computers, stop in and see how they do it.

Our evolving future will require more people to have skills in STEM than ever before. Estimates show that 47% of US jobs will be soon be fully automated. Join us to see how we can include robotics in the educational curriculum for each grade level to better prepare our students to enter the workforce where they will likely be working with automation and robotics.

This session will help teachers understand the steps you can take to engage students to become certified with precision measuring tools and torque. This session will offer some opportunities for personal growth, job preparedness, dual enrollment and certifications NC3 (National Coalition of Certification Centers) with SACA (Smart Automation Certification Alliance).

Create a brand from scratch for success! Take ANY fashion idea OR start-up idea from concept to launch. This session is an interactive, hands-on group and team building experience. Special keynote from the 2024 Phoenix Fashion Week Designer of the Year, Tony James of Throne of Grace Clothing. Each educator will be customizing a premium T-shirt with branding they create during the session. Teachers will be able to bring T-shirts back to the classroom and expand content understanding to students that align with standards.

In this mini-session participant will discuss strategies and opportunities to improve public relations in your school and community to grow your CTSO program. Participants will discuss the process for planning, conducting, and holding a successful event and analyze the use of social media for promotional purposes. Participants who participate in 4 out of the 5 courses and who complete the follow-up assignments will have the opportunity to earn 15 CEU hours approved by ADE to be used for their standard CTE certificate or for recertification hours. This session is for teachers that already have established a chapter (been an advisor at least 3 years) and need some additional help.

This is the national release of the Train the Trainer workshop for the newly adopted First Responder/Disaster Remediation Team Animal Decontamination Certification for CTE Instructors and students enrolled in Criminal Justice, Fire Science and Agricultural Education programs. This workshop will introduce the Certification standards, the Instructor handbook and Certification standards and Skills for the Certification Exam and the Hands-on Practical Exam. A "Go-Kit" will be utilized during this workshop for demonstration Purposes only.

The 7 Principles of Effective Instruction for CTE Instructors serve as a guiding framework for educators to enhance their teaching practices and facilitate meaningful learning experiences for students pursuing vocational skills and knowledge. Participating in this workshop CTE instructors, admin, and support staff can cultivate engaging, relevant, and impactful learning experiences that prepare students for success in their chosen career pathways.

Participants will be introduced to resources and lesson activities to assist them in preparing their students to enter the digital financial world. This session will address instructional strategies for teaching digital financial literacy and cyber safety skills. This workshop is best suited for middle and high school teachers with cross-disciplinary applications in math, personal finance, business, and economics.

Your students are the future of healthcare. Providing your health science students access to an Arizona 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 Arizona 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.

Join this hands-on session to learn how to leverage your curriculum resources by locating tools and strategies on the CTE Curriculum Connection. Organize your personal profile with lessons and resources aligned to Arizona's Technical Standards and share using the networking capabilities of Groups and Hubs. Start your year off ready to go!

In the dynamic landscape of Career and Technical Education, aligning instructional practices with regulatory requirements is paramount. This presentation will help demystify the intricacies of Arizona Department of Education (ADE) monitoring indicators 1a and 1b. Participants will embark on a quest to understand the specific requirements of these indicators, equipping them with the knowledge to guide teachers seamlessly through the development of their Scope and Sequence. From inception to implementation, this session offers actionable strategies and insights, addressing potential roadblocks and ensuring alignment with ADE standards. Furthermore, attendees will have the opportunity to explore a meticulously crafted Scope and Sequence template, fostering clarity and consistency in curriculum planning. Join this session to empower administrators with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to navigate ADE monitoring indicators effectively, ensuring compliance while enhancing instructional excellence in Career and Technical Education.

The Leveraging Experiential Learning presentation will focus on the research of multi-modal learning, experiential learning, and learning style preferences of law enforcement officers. Because every person learns differently, it is important for instructors to understand learning style preferences, as well as the benefits of multi-modal and experiential learning pedagogy. Multi-modal learning incorporates different communication modes Presented through realistic scenarios, experiential learning increases student confidence by giving them hands-on experience in the "how."

An introduction to the CTE Data Portal, including general overview of the system, CTE data reporting requirements, and walkthrough of CTE resources. This session is recommended for new CTE Directors and staff responsible for submitting CTE student data.

In this session you will learn how one teacher makes thousands of dollars per year for her CTE program, as well as provides a state recognized certification (iCEV Online), and also grabs nontraditional students to take her class. This session will educate, inspire, and inform any educator! Learn tips and tricks to help you successfully incorporate an online certification program into your classroom, get more students to sign up for your classes, and how you too can successfully run an SBE (Student Based Enterprise).

How do I prepare a Form W-4 (tax withholding) for my first job? How do I calculate the proper amount to withhold so I don’t owe the IRS? How do I use the IRS tools to explore my tax account? Learn how to prepare your first tax return and help others prepare their returns. Discover the pathways to becoming a professional tax preparer and entrepreneurial opportunities as a tax preparer. Gain resources and be in tune with IRS requirements while preparing your students for the world of work. Get your students involved with the IRS program, VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program).

Discover how districts across the southwest are motivating CTE students through creative approaches that include zSpace augmented/virtual reality laptops. Learn how many Arizona elementary, middle, and high school students are exploring careers in STEM, Health Science, Advanced Manufacturing, Agri-Science, and Transportation pathways and preparing for industry credentials before even stepping foot in a lab or workshop!

Traditionally, improving career readiness, has been the role of career advisers. Today, everyone should support career readiness for all students at scale by embedding career learning and exploration all along the student journey. Student success is not possible without pervasive, highly visible staff leadership and faculty engagement to embed career vernacular and education and career milestones for students. Pipeline AZ is Arizona's career exploration tool that compliments today's efforts through showcasing Arizona' s high demand pathways, customizing support by system and audience.

Join us to explore the wealth of statewide resources designed to cultivate a robust college and career culture. Learn about innovative tools and programs available statewide to assist students in navigating the college application process successfully, unravel the complexities of the FAFSA with insights into state-supported initiatives, explore opportunities for educator professional growth in fostering a college and career-ready environment and delve into direct support systems available across the state to ensure students and their families receive personalized assistance.

Empowering the Next Generation of Cyber Defenders. CYBER.ORG has developed a free-to-use cyber range that puts student access to virtual Linux and Windows machines at your fingertips! Supported by Homeland Security (CISA) funding, this cyber range can be used to demonstrate various cybersecurity tools, deploy malicious attacks, practice Linux and Windows command line, and observe network traffic across multiple grouped devices. Platform developers will lead and demonstrate some of the tools that they can access. Curricular resources available at no cost and designed to support learning. This session is presented by CYBER.ORG.