Sessions of 2026 Connection Conference: Rebecca Robinson
Robinson, Rebecca
President
Tombstone Unified School District #1
ACOVA’s Mission ACOVA is the professional association whose mission is to build community, advocacy and leadership for Arizona Career and Technical Education (CTE) Administrators. ACOVA’s Objectives Ensure leadership development for all CTE administrators. Provide relevant information on critical issues, research and legislation related to CTE. Provide mentoring opportunities for CTE administrators and support the development of their daily and long-term professional and executive skills. Establish and build a connective support network for CTE administrators. Represent CTE administrators and advocate for CTE critical issues with key stakeholders. Recognize excellence in leadership among CTE administrators ACOVA is dedicated to the continued support and training of all current and aspiring CTE Administrators because CTE leadership is a journey not a destination. Professional development opportunities are offered annually at Camp M&M, mini M&M, ACOVA Fall Conference and ACTEAZ/ACOVA Mid-Winter Conference. ACOVA operates as a 501(C)3 non-profit organization.
Sessions:
5550: ACOVA Camp M&M: Connect, Learn, and Lead Together
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Hacienda Del Sol
- Administration
Camp M&M (Mentors & Mentees) is a full-day, conference experience designed specifically for CTE administrators at all stages of leadership. This interactive session focuses on mentorship, collaboration, and practical leadership strategies to support both new and experienced directors. Participants will engage in meaningful discussions, share best practices, and build professional networks that extend well beyond the conference. Participants are also encouraged to attend additional ACOVA sessions during the conference, including the Business Meeting and Critical Issues in CTE.
5549: ACOVA Business Meeting & Critical Issues
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Loews Ventana Canyon
- Administration
The ACOVA Business meeting is a formal periodic gathering of ACOVA members who meet to discuss strategic matters. These matters include the secretaries report, treasurer report, critical issues, and other ACOVA business brought before its membership. The ACOVA Critical Issues session provides CTE leaders with a dedicated space to collaborate, reflect, and identify the most pressing challenges and opportunities facing Career & Technical Education today. Designed for local directors and administrators, this interactive working session invites participants to share their top priorities, emerging concerns, and real-world insights related to both local and statewide CTE issues. Through facilitated discussion and collaborative analysis, attendees will collectively determine and prioritize the current critical issues impacting CTE programs. The outcomes directly inform and shape the ACOVA Board’s annual program of work—ensuring that statewide efforts, advocacy, and professional development initiatives remain aligned with the needs of those leading programs at the local level.
