Sessions of 2026 Connection Conference: Tama Mohelnitzky
Ms. Mohelnitzky, Tama
Premier Series Instructor
West-MEC School District #402
Tama Mohelnitzky is a Professional Development Specialist for West-MEC with decades of experience in developing teams and personnel. She is passionate about enabling staff members to cultivate their knowledge and expertise by improving skills, thereby promoting increased achievement. Tama comes to Professional Development from the Aviation Maintenance Technology classroom at West-MEC’s Central Campus. Before devoting her work full-time to education at West-MEC, Tama served as an Operational Director managing aviation maintenance and planning organizations for top aviation/aerospace companies.
Sessions:
[5770] Premier Series: Effective Demonstrations
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Westin La Paloma
- Education and Training
- Interdisciplinary
Attendees are required to bring a laptop to complete session coursework. 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 are successful in the lab, and the students are successful in the lab, teaching can be very rewarding. A 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 clock hours which equates to one (1) semester hour of coursework.
[5764] Bolster CTE Student Critical Thinking Skills
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Loews Ventana Canyon
- Interdisciplinary
This session coaches teachers to allow time for students to think critically, use estimation strategies, apply modeling techniques, and foster collaboration. Real-world CTE scenarios require proficient problem-solving skills. Teachers are encouraged to use the AZ CTE Professional Skills to integrate strategies by designing relevant thinking activities, assessing understanding through diverse methods, and developing individualized student goals to enhance performance. Modelled activities include unpacking program specific math that allow students to really think through practical problems.
[5518] CTE 101: Building Confidence and Connections at Connection Conference
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Loews Ventana Canyon
- Interdisciplinary
Are you new to Career and Technical Education (CTE) and feeling overwhelmed by all the acronyms, programs, and ideas at the ACTEAZ Connection Conference? This session is designed just for you! We’ll break down the essentials of CTE, help you make sense of what you’ve learned, and give you practical strategies to take back to your classroom or program. You’ll leave with actionable steps, a clear roadmap for success, and—most importantly—a network of peers from across Arizona who can support you throughout the year. Whether you’re a teacher, counselor, or administrator, this session will empower you to start strong and thrive as a CTE professional.
[5786] CTE 101: Building Confidence and Connections at Connection Conference [REPEAT]
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Westin La Paloma
- Interdisciplinary
Are you new to Career and Technical Education (CTE) and feeling overwhelmed by all the acronyms, programs, and ideas at the ACTEAZ Connection Conference? This session is designed just for you! We'll break down the essentials of CTE, help you make sense of what you've learned, and give you practical strategies to take back to your classroom or program. You'll leave with actionable steps, a clear roadmap for success, and—most importantly—a network of peers from across Arizona who can support you throughout the year. Whether you're a teacher, counselor, or administrator, this session will empower you to start strong and thrive as a CTE professional.
[5607] Bolster CTE Student Critical Thinking Skills [REPEAT]
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Westin La Paloma
- Interdisciplinary
This session coaches teachers to allow time for students to think critically, use estimation strategies, apply modeling techniques, and foster collaboration. Real-world CTE scenarios require proficient problem-solving skills. Teachers are encouraged to use the AZ CTE Professional Skills to integrate strategies by designing relevant thinking activities, assessing understanding through diverse methods, and developing individualized student goals to enhance performance. Modelled activities include unpacking program specific math that allow students to really think through practical problems.
