Sessions of 2026 Connection Conference: Paige Quinn
Quinn, Paige
ESS Teacher Liason
West-MEC School District #402
Paige Quinn has spent 13 years supporting individuals with disabilities in a variety of roles. She has served as a Special Education teacher, habilitation therapist, and currently works as an ESS Teacher Liaison for West-MEC. In her current role, Paige supports teachers and ensures student success by providing guidance and expertise in implementing accommodations and providing intervention to all students. Paige currently serves as an ACTEAZ fellow, actively contributing her knowledge to the field of education and CTE. Outside of work, Paige enjoys spending quality time with her daughter, exploring new places, and engaging in creative pursuits. She finds relaxation in reading, gardening, and volunteering in her community
Sessions:
[5787] Developing Tomorrow’s CTE Leaders: Inside the ACTEAZ Fellows
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Loews Ventana Canyon
- Interdisciplinary
Looking to strengthen your influence and leadership in Career and Technical Education (CTE)? Join us for an engaging panel presentation to learn more about Arizona’s premier leadership development opportunity—the ACTEAZ Fellows Program. This session offers a firsthand look into the Fellows experience, featuring insights from current program participants and alumni who will share how the program has shaped their professional journey, expanded their networks, and deepened their understanding of CTE advocacy and leadership. Whether you’re an emerging CTE leader or a seasoned CTE professional looking to take the next step, this session will inspire and inform your path forward.
[5445] Strengthening Inclusive and Effective CTE Classrooms and Labs
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Loews Ventana Canyon
- Education and Training
- Interdisciplinary
In this interactive session, we’ll explore strategies to strengthen CTE classrooms and labs to boost student success, enhance focus and motivation, and support diverse learning needs while meeting industry expectations. Participants will also gain a clear, teacher-friendly understanding of ADA, Section 504, and IDEA, and learn how these laws impact credentialing, safety, accommodations, and everyday teaching practices.
[5462] MTSS in Practice: Defining Roles and Strengthening Collaboration
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Loews Ventana Canyon
- Administration
- School Counseling
Schools are implementing Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports (MTSS) to ensure that every student receives the academic, social-emotional, and behavioral support they need. However, even the most well-designed systems can fall short when educator and student support roles aren’t clearly defined or effectively aligned. This session will take a practical look at how schools can strengthen MTSS implementation through clarity and collaboration. Participants will explore strategies to define the unique roles of teachers, counselors, administration and other support professionals within each tier, evaluate current practices, and build systems that promote shared responsibility for student success. Participants will: ✔️ Clarify their specific role within an MTSS framework ✔️ Examine how supports are delivered across tiers ✔️ Strengthen communication and collaboration among team members ✔️ Take away tools to engage staff, families, and community partners in MTSS practices
