Sessions of 2025 Summer Conference: Brandeice Garza
Mrs. Garza, Brandeice, CVT
Veterinary Science Instructor
West-MEC School District #402
Brandeice Garza, CVT, is a dedicated Veterinary Sciences Instructor at WestMEC and serves as President for AZHCEA. With over 25 years of experience as a Certified Veterinary Technician, Brandeice's career journey began in general practice and evolved into emergency and critical care, where she discovered her true passion for animal care. Thriving in fast-paced environments, she progressed to managing a 24-hour practice overseeing DVMs and a team of 25+ technicians. Transitioning to education five years ago, Brandeice found a new calling in mentoring and inspiring future veterinary professionals. Her dynamic leadership style fosters a classroom environment that prepares CTE-ready teenagers for successful careers in veterinary sciences. Outside of work, Brandeice enjoys spending time outdoors, camping in the woods, and volunteering with animals, reflecting her deep-rooted love for both education and animal welfare.
Sessions:
AZHCEA Luncheon
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Loews Ventana Canyon
- Health Science Technologies
Join the members of Arizona Health Careers Education Association (AZHCEA) for their annual meeting and luncheon and help us celebrate the Healthcare Teachers of the Year. Non-AZHCEA Members are welcome! AZHCEA is a instructor-led networking organization for health career CTE instructors.
3 Easy Steps for CTSO Integration
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Loews Ventana Canyon
- Interdisciplinary
This session is perfect for educators who want to strengthen CTSO integration without overwhelming their schedules. By focusing on three straightforward steps -understanding the value of CTSOs, building student buy-in, and increasing engagement - this course will help you foster a vibrant CTSO culture in your classroom that keeps students motivated and involved all year long. You’ll leave with the confidence and resources to implement new strategies that will make a real difference for your students and their CTSO experience.
Simplify Classroom Tasks with AI: Free Tools to Enhance Teaching
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Loews Ventana Canyon
- Interdisciplinary
AI can revolutionize your classroom by streamlining tasks like lesson planning, engagement, and grading. In this session, you’ll explore free AI tools that enhance your teaching and improve lesson quality. We’ll cover platforms for content creation, assessment automation, and student interaction, all designed to save you time. After a brief presentation, you’ll have hands-on time to test these tools with guidance. Bring your device and get ready to boost productivity and transform your teaching.
