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2026 Arkansas CTE Summer Conference has ended
Monday, July 20
 

8:00am CDT

Computer Science Registration
Monday July 20, 2026 8:00am - 8:30am CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus

Presenters
AM

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE
TG

Tammy Glass

Computer Science Specialist, DCTE
Monday July 20, 2026 8:00am - 8:30am CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus 13600 I-30, Benton, AR 72015
  Computer Science Conference

8:30am CDT

JAG Registration
Monday July 20, 2026 8:30am - 9:00am CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus
Registration - JAG 
Monday July 20, 2026 8:30am - 9:00am CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus 13600 I-30, Benton, AR 72015
  JAG

8:30am CDT

Computer Science - Track 1 - Domain 2
Monday July 20, 2026 8:30am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room C418

Presenters
AM

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE
TG

Tammy Glass

Computer Science Specialist, DCTE
Monday July 20, 2026 8:30am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room C418
  Computer Science Conference

8:30am CDT

Computer Science - Track 1 - Domain 3
Monday July 20, 2026 8:30am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room C421

Presenters
AM

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE
TG

Tammy Glass

Computer Science Specialist, DCTE
Monday July 20, 2026 8:30am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room C421
  Computer Science Conference

8:30am CDT

Computer Science - Track 1 - Domain 4
Monday July 20, 2026 8:30am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room C426

Presenters
AM

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE
TG

Tammy Glass

Computer Science Specialist, DCTE
Monday July 20, 2026 8:30am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room C426
  Computer Science Conference

8:30am CDT

Computer Science - Track 1 - Domain 5
Monday July 20, 2026 8:30am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room C429

Presenters
AM

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE
TG

Tammy Glass

Computer Science Specialist, DCTE
Monday July 20, 2026 8:30am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room C429
  Computer Science Conference

8:30am CDT

Animal Health - Parasites & Production Methods with Equipment
Monday July 20, 2026 8:30am - 3:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room C363
Learn valuable production methods for medium and large livestock production including parasite prevention, diagnosis (using the Wisconsin Fecal analysis with centrifuge), and treatment; proper restraint techniques using industry equipment; FAMACHA certification training opportunities; management of hair coats using industry equipment, and storage of equipment.Equipment:  Wisconsin Fecal Kit...
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Presenters
CB
JW
Monday July 20, 2026 8:30am - 3:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room C363
  Extended Session

8:30am CDT

CASE Briefcase - Animal Health (CASE Vet Science Certification)
Monday July 20, 2026 8:30am - 3:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room C381
Animal Health and Veterinary Science (AHVS) is a semester-long program focused on inquiry-based learning and hands-on technical skill development in veterinary science. Students explore the factors that impact animal health while building essential skills in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment through interactive activities, projects, and real-world case studies. The curriculum emphasizes...
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Presenters
avatar for Dr. Marsh

Dr. Marsh

Arkansas Tech University
Monday July 20, 2026 8:30am - 3:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room C381
  Extended Session

8:30am CDT

CASE Briefcase - Ag-X (Intro to Agriculture Course/Middle School Ag Course)
Monday July 20, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C374
Teachers will leave this training certified to teach the CASE AgXplore course. Designed for middle school agriculture programs, AgXplore introduces students to the daily impact of agriculture through engaging, hands-on lessons and projects. Participants will explore curriculum topics including plants, natural resources, recycling, energy, animals, food systems, and agricultural careers. The course...
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Presenters
avatar for Dr. Marsh

Dr. Marsh

Arkansas Tech University
Monday July 20, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C374
  Extended Session

9:00am CDT

JAG - Welcome and DCTE Updates
Monday July 20, 2026 9:00am - 9:30am CDT
SCCTC Room A317

Presenters
JR
Monday July 20, 2026 9:00am - 9:30am CDT
SCCTC Room A317
  JAG

9:00am CDT

Create with CRIO Printer (Training only, no equipment)
Monday July 20, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room A117 Lab
Meet your creative companion - the CRIO® is a dream device for digital decorators. This compact 4-color, 4-station powderless DTF printer is the ideal solution for enthusiasts, small enterprises, and ambitious individuals. Learn all aspects of the equipment and additional options. No equipment is included in this session. Select this option only if you already have a CRIO printer and need a...
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Exhibitors
avatar for Richard Bloedow

Richard Bloedow

Applied Academic Labs

Monday July 20, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room A117 Lab
  Extended Session

9:00am CDT

Create with CRIO Printer(new machine and training)
Monday July 20, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room A117 Lab
The CRIO Digital transfer printer is a fantastic solution for putting custom designs on T-Shirts. Participants will learn how to use the CRIO to create and print designs onto garments, tote bags, coasters, rally towels etc. See options below to tailor your classroom equipment to what you need. You can add a heat press, a hat press, a tumbler/mug press or training only if you already have a CRIO...
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Exhibitors
avatar for Richard Bloedow

Richard Bloedow

Applied Academic Labs

Monday July 20, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room A117 Lab
  Extended Session

9:00am CDT

Hotronix Fusion 16 x 20 Heat press for use with CRIO Printer
Monday July 20, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room A117 Lab
If you have a CRIO printer you need this heat press! This session will teach you how to use the Hotronix Fusion heat press and you'll get to take it home with you! 

Exhibitors
avatar for Richard Bloedow

Richard Bloedow

Applied Academic Labs

Monday July 20, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room A117 Lab
  Extended Session

9:00am CDT

Hotronix IQ 360 Cap Press for use with Crio Printer
Monday July 20, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room A117 Lab
If you have a CRIO printer you need this heat press! This session will teach you how to use the Hotronix Fusion heat press and you'll get to take it home with you! 

Exhibitors
avatar for Richard Bloedow

Richard Bloedow

Applied Academic Labs

Monday July 20, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room A117 Lab
  Extended Session

9:00am CDT

Tumbler Press for use with CRIO Printer
Monday July 20, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room A117 Lab
If you have a Crio printer and a heat press you need this tumbler/mug press, too! 

Exhibitors
avatar for Richard Bloedow

Richard Bloedow

Applied Academic Labs

Monday July 20, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room A117 Lab
  Extended Session

9:00am CDT

Tools, Tips, and Takeaways for New Teachers
Monday July 20, 2026 9:00am - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A310
Jumpstart your journey as a Career and Technical Education teacher with this interactive session designed specifically for new CTE educators. Whether you're transitioning from industry or entering the classroom for the first time, this session will equip you with practical strategies, classroom management tips, and curriculum planning tools to help you start strong. We’ll explore the unique role...
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Presenters
ME

Micah Edwards

Arch Ford ESC
Monday July 20, 2026 9:00am - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A310
  Extended Session

10:00am CDT

CAREER COACH - Sign in
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus

Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus 13600 I-30, Benton, AR 72015
  Career Coach

10:00am CDT

Computer Science - Track 2 - Domain 2
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 11:15am CDT
SCCTC Room C418

Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 11:15am CDT
SCCTC Room C418
  Computer Science Conference

10:00am CDT

Computer Science - Track 2 - Domain 3
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 11:15am CDT
SCCTC Room C421

Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 11:15am CDT
SCCTC Room C421
  Computer Science Conference

10:00am CDT

Computer Science - Track 2 - Domain 4
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 11:15am CDT
SCCTC Room C426

Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 11:15am CDT
SCCTC Room C426
  Computer Science Conference

10:00am CDT

Computer Science - Track 2 - Domain 5
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 11:15am CDT
SCCTC Room C429

Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 11:15am CDT
SCCTC Room C429
  Computer Science Conference

10:00am CDT

JAG - Maximizing the JAG Advantage
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
- Career Association
- Employer Engagement
- Project-Based Learning 
- Trauma-Informed Care
Presenters
SG

Stephanie Goodman

Hot Springs World Class High School Specialist and JAG National Trainer
Monday July 20, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
  JAG

10:30am CDT

CAREER COACH - Career Coach Program Overview and Your Role as a Career Coach
Monday July 20, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
SCCTC Room C386

Presenters
MB
Monday July 20, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
SCCTC Room C386
  Career Coach

11:20am CDT

Computer Science - Pitstop - Networking
Monday July 20, 2026 11:20am - 11:35am CDT
SCCTC Room C418, C421, C426, C429

Monday July 20, 2026 11:20am - 11:35am CDT
SCCTC Room C418, C421, C426, C429
  Computer Science Conference

11:30am CDT

CAREER COACH - Facilitating Career Development Course - What to Expect
Monday July 20, 2026 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room C386

Presenters
MW

Monieca West

Director of Career Pathways Initiative, ADE-ADHE
Monday July 20, 2026 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room C386
  Career Coach

11:30am CDT

LUNCH
Monday July 20, 2026 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus

Monday July 20, 2026 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus 13600 I-30, Benton, AR 72015
  Lunch

12:00pm CDT

JAG - Lunch & JAG Force Updates
Monday July 20, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317

Presenters
DB

Dennis Butler

JAG Data Coordinator
Monday July 20, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
  JAG

12:00pm CDT

CAREER COACH - Networking Lunch
Monday July 20, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room C386
Lunch provided
Monday July 20, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room C386
  Career Coach

12:30pm CDT

Work-Based Learning Extended Session
Monday July 20, 2026 12:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C382
During this extended Work-Based Learning (WBL) afternoon session, attendees will receive focused, hands-on training on the new accountability and reporting platform,Bright Path. A platform representative will be present to guide participants through key features, provide demonstrations, and support real-time practice to ensure users leave with increased confidence and readiness to implement the...
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Presenters
avatar for DCTE Staff
Monday July 20, 2026 12:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C382
  Extended Session

12:45pm CDT

JAG - Career Coach Collaboration Opportunities
Monday July 20, 2026 12:45pm - 1:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
- Arkansas Applied Campaign
- Career Exploration Camps
- Promoting H2 Pathways 
Presenters
KB

Kaylon Brown

Career Coach Advisor
Monday July 20, 2026 12:45pm - 1:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
  JAG

1:00pm CDT

CAREER COACH - Top Tips for New Coaches (Panel)
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C386

Presenters
ED

Emily Davis

Career Coach, Crossett and Drew Central School District
PL

Philip Landers

Career Coach, Cave City School District
HS

Holly Shotzman

Career Coach, County Line and Paris School District
DS

Dj Stacey

Career Coach, White Hall School District
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C386
  Career Coach

1:00pm CDT

Computer Science - Track 3 - Domain 2
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:15pm CDT
SCCTC Room C418

Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:15pm CDT
SCCTC Room C418
  Computer Science Conference

1:00pm CDT

Computer Science - Track 3 - Domain 3
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:15pm CDT
SCCTC Room C421

Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:15pm CDT
SCCTC Room C421
  Computer Science Conference

1:00pm CDT

Computer Science - Track 3 - Domain 4
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:15pm CDT
SCCTC Room C426

Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:15pm CDT
SCCTC Room C426
  Computer Science Conference

1:00pm CDT

Computer Science - Track 3 - Domain 5
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:15pm CDT
SCCTC Room C429

Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:15pm CDT
SCCTC Room C429
  Computer Science Conference

1:00pm CDT

JAG - Benefits of ACT WorkKeys
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317

Presenters
TB

Tamara Barnes

CTE Teacher, Little Rock Central High School
DM

Dr. Mary Perkins-Jacobs

New and Related Services Board Member, ACTE
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
  JAG

1:00pm CDT

Embroidery Machine Techniques & Training Extended Session
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room A117 Lab
Build confidence in embroidery fundamentals through this hands-on professional development session designed for educators. Participants will learn essential techniques including proper hooping methods, stabilizer selection and application, threading techniques, backing options, machine setup, troubleshooting, and finishing methods for professional-quality results. Additional instruction will cover...
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Exhibitors
avatar for Richard Bloedow

Richard Bloedow

Applied Academic Labs

Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room A117 Lab
  Extended Session

1:00pm CDT

3D Printing and Prototyping for CTE with Equipment
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room A112 - CLab
Train educators to incorporate 3D printing technology into Computer Science, Manufacturing, business and marketing, and CTE courses, allowing students to create product prototypes and promotional materials. Participants will go from unboxing your equipment to printing. 

Presenters
BR
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room A112 - CLab
  Extended Session

1:00pm CDT

Greenhouse Organization Tools and Strategies
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room C373
Discover practical organization strategies and industry-inspired tools designed to improve efficiency in school greenhouse operations. Participants will learn methods for organizing plants, trays, and supplies while exploring new labeling technology used in the horticulture industry. Training includes hands-on instruction with a digital labeling system and starter materials that can be implemented...
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Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room C373
  Extended Session

2:00pm CDT

CAREER COACH - Data Management System - Small Group A
Monday July 20, 2026 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A333

Presenters
KB

Kaylon Brown

Career Coach Advisor
Monday July 20, 2026 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A333
  Career Coach

2:00pm CDT

CAREER COACH - Data Management System -Small Group B
Monday July 20, 2026 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A336

Presenters
MM

Missy Martin

Career Coach Advisor, ADE-DCTE
Monday July 20, 2026 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A336
  Career Coach

2:00pm CDT

Registration
Monday July 20, 2026 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus

Monday July 20, 2026 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus 13600 I-30, Benton, AR 72015
  Registration

2:30pm CDT

JAG - Maximizing the JAG Advantage
Monday July 20, 2026 2:30pm - 3:15pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
- Career Association 
- Employer Engagement
- Project-Based Learning
- Trauma-Informed Care
Presenters
SG

Stephanie Goodman

Hot Springs World Class High School Specialist and JAG National Trainer
Monday July 20, 2026 2:30pm - 3:15pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
  JAG

2:30pm CDT

Computer Science - Track 4 - Domain 2
Monday July 20, 2026 2:30pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C418

Monday July 20, 2026 2:30pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C418
  Computer Science Conference

2:30pm CDT

Computer Science - Track 4 - Domain 3
Monday July 20, 2026 2:30pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C421

Monday July 20, 2026 2:30pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C421
  Computer Science Conference

2:30pm CDT

Computer Science - Track 4 - Domain 4
Monday July 20, 2026 2:30pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C426

Monday July 20, 2026 2:30pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C426
  Computer Science Conference

2:30pm CDT

Computer Science - Track 4 - Domain 5
Monday July 20, 2026 2:30pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C429

Monday July 20, 2026 2:30pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C429
  Computer Science Conference

3:15pm CDT

JAG - Wrap Up & Closing Questions
Monday July 20, 2026 3:15pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317

Monday July 20, 2026 3:15pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
  JAG
 
Tuesday, July 21
 

7:15am CDT

Registration
Tuesday July 21, 2026 7:15am - 8:15am CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus

Tuesday July 21, 2026 7:15am - 8:15am CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus 13600 I-30, Benton, AR 72015
  Registration

8:30am CDT

General Session Part 1 - Opening, CTSO Greetings, Scholarships, Keynote Speaker
Tuesday July 21, 2026 8:30am - 10:30am CDT
Auditorium, SCCTC
We are excited to announce that Sandy Zimmerman will be joining us as the keynote speaker for the Arkansas ACTE Summer Conference!
Sandy is a nationally recognized educator, coach, and motivational speaker best known for her inspiring journey as a competitor on American Ninja Warrior. Her message of perseverance, leadership, and pushing past limits has inspired audiences across the country.

Presenters
KR

Katie Robertson

Past-President, Arkansas ACTE
MB

Molly Bennett

President, Arkansas ACTE
SZ

Tuesday July 21, 2026 8:30am - 10:30am CDT
Auditorium, SCCTC
  General

9:00am CDT

CASE Briefcase - Ag-X (Intro to Agriculture Course/Middle School Ag Course)
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room C381
Teachers will leave this training certified to teach the CASE AgXplore course. Designed for middle school agriculture programs, AgXplore introduces students to the daily impact of agriculture through engaging, hands-on lessons and projects. Participants will explore curriculum topics including plants, natural resources, recycling, energy, animals, food systems, and agricultural careers. The course...
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Presenters
avatar for Dr. Marsh

Dr. Marsh

Arkansas Tech University
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room C381
  Extended Session

9:00am CDT

CASE Briefcase - Animal Health (CASE Vet Science certification)
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room C381
Animal Health and Veterinary Science (AHVS) is a semester-long program focused on inquiry-based learning and hands-on technical skill development in veterinary science. Students explore the factors that impact animal health while building essential skills in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment through interactive activities, projects, and real-world case studies. The curriculum emphasizes...
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Presenters
avatar for Dr. Marsh

Dr. Marsh

Arkansas Tech University
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room C381
  Extended Session

10:30am CDT

General Session Part 2 - DCTE Updates with Director Ross White
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am CDT
Auditorium, SCCTC
We are excited to announce that Sandy Zimmerman will be joining us as the keynote speaker for the Arkansas ACTE Summer Conference!
Sandy is a nationally recognized educator, coach, and motivational speaker best known for her inspiring journey as a competitor on American Ninja Warrior. Her message of perseverance, leadership, and pushing past limits has inspired audiences across the country.

Presenters
MB

Molly Bennett

President, Arkansas ACTE
KR

Katie Robertson

Past-President, Arkansas ACTE
RW

Ross White

Director, DCTE

Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am CDT
Auditorium, SCCTC
  General

11:30am CDT

General Session Part 3 - Awards
Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Auditorium, SCCTC
We are excited to announce that Sandy Zimmerman will be joining us as the keynote speaker for the Arkansas ACTE Summer Conference!
Sandy is a nationally recognized educator, coach, and motivational speaker best known for her inspiring journey as a competitor on American Ninja Warrior. Her message of perseverance, leadership, and pushing past limits has inspired audiences across the country.

Presenters
JT

Jimmie Tucker

Awards Chair, ACTE
KR

Katie Robertson

Past-President, Arkansas ACTE
MB

Molly Bennett

President, Arkansas ACTE

Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Auditorium, SCCTC
  General

12:00pm CDT

LUNCH
Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus

Tuesday July 21, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus 13600 I-30, Benton, AR 72015
  Lunch

1:00pm CDT

DECA Update
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C387
CTSO Update for the 2026-2027 School Year
Presenters
BM
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C387
  CTSO, Business/Marketing Division

1:00pm CDT

Ed Rising Update
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A310
CTSO Update for the 2026-2027 School Year
Presenters
BR
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A310
  CTSO, FACS Division

1:00pm CDT

FBLA Update
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C382
CTSO Update for the 2026-2027 School Year
Presenters
TJ
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C382
  CTSO, Business/Marketing Division

1:00pm CDT

FCCLA Update
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C386
CTSO Update for the 2026-2027 School Year
Presenters
MB
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C386
  CTSO, FACS Division

1:00pm CDT

HOSA Update
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A126
CTSO Update for the 2026-2027 School Year
Presenters
CG
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A126
  CTSO, Health Science Division

1:00pm CDT

JAG Update
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A121
CTSO Update for the 2026-2027 School Year
Presenters
JR
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A121
  CTSO, JAG

1:00pm CDT

SkillsUSA Update
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A333
CTSO Update for the 2026-2027 School Year
Presenters
KM
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A333
  CTSO, Agriculture Education Division

1:00pm CDT

TSA Update
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A336
CTSO Update for the 2026-2027 School Year
Presenters
JP
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A336
  CTSO, Engineering and Technology Division

2:00pm CDT

3D Printing in Schools: Beyond the Hype, Real Results
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A110
What does it actually take to make 3D printing work in a real classroom—not a highlight reel, not an idealized pilot program, but with real students, real budgets, and real time constraints? This session cuts through the hype and delivers the honest, classroom-tested knowledge educators need to build a program that lasts. Attendees will learn when 3D printing genuinely transforms learning and...
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Presenters
avatar for Michael Herren

Michael Herren

Computer Science / Robotics Teacher, Lake Hamilton Middle School
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A110
  Breakout Session, Engineering and Technology Division

2:00pm CDT

ArACTE Fellows: A Year in Reflection
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A114
What have we been up to this past year? Come see all the fun, exciting things we learned and amazing connections we made.
Presenters
DR
FC
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A114
  Breakout Session, All CTE

2:00pm CDT

Breaking Barriers, Building Nurses: How Partnerships Created a High School LPN Pipeline
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A126
Learn how Little Rock School District’s Metropolitan Career Technical Center partnered with Baptist Health College of Little Rock, healthcare industry leaders, and community stakeholders to launch one of Central Arkansas’s first high school Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) programs. This session will highlight the strategies used to remove barriers for students, align secondary and...
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Presenters
avatar for Shameka Montgomery

Shameka Montgomery

Director of Career Education/Metropolitan Career Technical Center, Little Rock School District
For Shameka Montgomery, education isn't just a career, it’s a calling. As the Director of Career Education/Metropolitan Career Technical Center for LRSD, Shameka has spent over 28 years championing the idea that every student deserves a clear path to success.

Shameka has been instrumental in launching high-impact initiatives, most notably the Licensed Practical Nursing Program for high school students. Under her guidance, the inaugural cohort is set to achieve the historic milestone of graduating from both high school and nursing school... Read More →
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A126
  Breakout Session, Health Science Division

2:00pm CDT

Building Student Ownership Through Community Connections
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A121
Creating a culture of student growth requires more than quality projects and activities. It starts with building student ownership of learning, strengthened through meaningful community engagement and support. For educators who are not members of the communities they serve or new to community projects, finding authentic connections can feel intimidating.In this session, we will explore practical...
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Presenters
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JB

Jason Blake

Director Of Training Services, EAST Initiative
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A121
  Breakout Session, All CTE

2:00pm CDT

Hospitality, Tourism, and Culinary Education
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A333
Explore curriculum resources available to teachers utilizing nationally recognized certifications through the National Restaurant Association Education Foundation (NRAEF) and the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI). Participants will learn strategies for connecting students with industry professionals through guest speakers, internships, and work-based learning opportunities...
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Exhibitors
avatar for Renee Jeffery Smith

Renee Jeffery Smith

Director of Education, Arkansas Hospitality Association
Culinary Arts, Nutrition, Hospitality and Tourism CurriculumMentors for StudentsGuest speakers for classes/demosField tripsScholarshipsInternshipsJobs
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A333
  Breakout Session, FACS Division

2:00pm CDT

Leading Through Transformational Change: Building Systems, Culture, and Capacity
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A336
Educational transformation requires more than new initiatives—it requires leaders who can build a shared vision, strengthen culture, and develop systems that create lasting impact. This session will explore practical strategies for leading teams through meaningful change by honoring current successes, creating collective ownership, and aligning people, programs, and resources toward a common...
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Presenters
avatar for Justin Neel

Justin Neel

Principal, Caddo Hills Schools
Passionate and excited lead learner focused on bringing the real world into the classroom. I believe that strong community engagement fosters opportunities for student-focused learning.
ACTE Summer Conferece 2026 pptx
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A336
  Breakout Session, All CTE

2:00pm CDT

Navigating Multiple Preps!
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
Discover the secrets of finding a workload balance when you are faced with multiple preps in a school year. Teachers will learn how to cut down on planning time, make simple but effective substitute lesson plans, and discover classroom activities to keep students engaged. Participants will learn how to organize a course outline, assign materials to students from the outline and build effective...
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Exhibitors
avatar for Lindi Kocher

Lindi Kocher

Executive Director, Cutting Edge Curriculum Inc.
Cutting Edge Curriculum is a not-for-profit corporation established by Agricultural Education advocates with a focus on curriculum development and delivery for Career & Technical Education (CTE) including Agricultural Education, Business, Family & Consumer Sciences, Health, and Industrial... Read More →
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
  Breakout Session, Agriculture Education Division

2:00pm CDT

One Mission, Many Pathways: Connecting CTSOs to Strengthen CTE Programs
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A310
Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs) are not extracurricular clubs—they are co-curricular organizations intentionally integrated into Career and Technical Education (CTE) to provide leadership development, technical skill application, career exploration, employability skills, and authentic workplace experiences. When CTSOs collaborate instead of operating independently, schools...
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Presenters
JP

Jeana Parker

CTE Teacher, Alma High School

Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A310
  Breakout Session, All CTE

2:00pm CDT

Teach More, Stress Less: Build Better CTE Curriculum with AI
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A307
CTE teachers are being asked to do more than ever: align new standards, build engaging lessons, incorporate project-based learning, connect with local industry, and prepare students for certifications, all while continuing to teach every day.Discover how Sage, an AI-powered curriculum development platform built specifically for CTE educators, helps teachers turn state standards, district...
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Exhibitors
avatar for Phil Forrester

Phil Forrester

CTE Innovation Strategist, Sage Software for CTE
I work with school districts, educators, and industry leaders to explore how artificial intelligence can reduce teacher workload while strengthening career and technical education. My passion is helping educators spend less time building curriculum and more time engaging students... Read More →
avatar for Jarrod Shirley
avatar for Jonathan Sloan

Jonathan Sloan

Founder, Sage

avatar for Lynne Wilson
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A307
  Breakout Session, All CTE

2:00pm CDT

Resiliency for All
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A324
Resiliency for All is a two-hour course that prepares adults to build resiliency in themselves and in youth.  Resilience is defined by the capacity to withstand or recover quickly from difficulties.  It seems like we could all use a little more of that!  Have you ever wondered how to get more?  Do you tend to believe you either have resiliency…or you don’t?  This...
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Presenters
avatar for Arkansas AWARE

Arkansas AWARE

Arkansas AWARE
Tuesday July 21, 2026 2:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A324
  Breakout Session, All CTE

3:00pm CDT

Career Readiness
Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A333
Speak on soft skills development, workforce preparation and youth empowerment, assisting underserved youth, and rural and urban community development.
Presenters
avatar for Ada Brooks

Ada Brooks

CEO, Ada Brooks Consultant
Ada Brooks is the CEO of Ada Brooks Consulting (ABC), a faith‑driven career readiness organization serving underserved youth across Arkansas. With more than 25 years of Human Resources experience and an MBA, she specializes in workforce development, resume training, interview coaching... Read More →
Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A333
  Breakout Session, All CTE

3:00pm CDT

Connecting Students to Industry Through Guaranteed Experiences
Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A336
Students in grades 9-12 are strategically connected to industry in meaningful ways to encourage deep college and career exploration that empowers students to select career pathways and to set goals for their futures. 
Presenters
avatar for Xerlotta Jones

Xerlotta Jones

Career & Technical Education Instructional Specialist, Little Rock School District - Career and Technical Education Department
With 34 years of service in the Little Rock School District, Xerlotta Jones has dedicated her career to preparing students for success. She spent 24 years as a Career and Technical Education (CTE) teacher at Little Rock Central High School before transitioning into her current position... Read More →
Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A336
  Breakout Session, All CTE

3:00pm CDT

How to Enhance the Activities of Medical Detectives
Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A126
Project Lead the Way Gateway program for 6-8th grade has many activities in the curriculum. Many times these are dry and not very creative. My session would describe ways the teacher can enhance their instruction with different types of hands-on projects that can be done as a group, pairs or individually. 
Presenters
avatar for Tommie Campbell

Tommie Campbell

Medical Detectives Teacher, Lake Hamilton Middle School

Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A126
  Breakout Session, All CTE

3:00pm CDT

Soybean Science Challenge
Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A121
The Soybean Science Challenge has engaged thousands of students and educators across the nation by connecting classroom science to real-world agricultural applications. This session will highlight how the program leverages a blended learning model that includes in-service teacher training, virtual field trips, classroom laboratory instruction, mentoring, and independent research opportunities....
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Presenters
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Keith Harris

Program Associate, University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture
Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A121
  Breakout Session, Agriculture Education Division

3:00pm CDT

Teach More, Stress Less: Build Better CTE Curriculum with AI
Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A114
CTE teachers are being asked to do more than ever: align new standards, build engaging lessons, incorporate project-based learning, connect with local industry, and prepare students for certifications, all while continuing to teach every day.Discover how Sage, an AI-powered curriculum development platform built specifically for CTE educators, helps teachers turn state standards, district...
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Exhibitors
avatar for Phil Forrester

Phil Forrester

CTE Innovation Strategist, Sage Software for CTE
I work with school districts, educators, and industry leaders to explore how artificial intelligence can reduce teacher workload while strengthening career and technical education. My passion is helping educators spend less time building curriculum and more time engaging students... Read More →
avatar for Jarrod Shirley
avatar for Jonathan Sloan

Jonathan Sloan

Founder, Sage

avatar for Lynne Wilson
Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A114
  Breakout Session, All CTE

3:00pm CDT

Verbal De-escalation / Emotional IntelligenceCTE Without Limits: Expanding Access Through Virtual Arkansas
Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
Training in diffusing situations or confrontations that have the potential to become violent. Learn to read body language and emotional mood swings of agitated individuals and techniques to deal with them. Learn about your own individual triggers or emotions might block you from being able to diffuse yourself or other during a high stress situation. 
Presenters
MA

Michael A. Brown

Criminal Justice Teacher, Academies of West Memphis
Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
  Breakout Session, All CTE

3:00pm CDT

What I Wish Someone Had Told Me About Teaching CTE
Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A310
Whether you are new to CTE or simply looking for fresh ideas, this session will cover the practical side of teaching that often goes unspoken. Learn strategies for managing labs and hands-on classrooms, teaching professionalism and employability skills, building routines, balancing CTSOs, creating systems for organization, and navigating the many hats CTE teachers wear. Leave with actionable ideas...
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Presenters
avatar for Emily Geels

Emily Geels

Family & Consumer Science Teacher, Monticello High School
Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A310
  Breakout Session, New Teachers

6:00pm CDT

Social Event sponsored by iCEV with Comedian Devin Siebold - FREE
Tuesday July 21, 2026 6:00pm - 9:00pm CDT
Enclave (112 E Ashley St., Benton, AR)
Join us for a night of fun, networking and relaxation! Snacks and drinks provided! 
Presenters
JW

John Whitman

Executive Director, Arkansas ACTE

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KR

Katie Robertson

Past-President, Arkansas ACTE
MB

Molly Bennett

President, Arkansas ACTE
Exhibitors
avatar for Steve Davis

Steve Davis

Territory Manager, iCEV
With iCEV, you have everything you need to equip learners with the real-world skills they need. This all-in-one CTE solution provides:
Comprehensive curriculum to teach more than 200 courses across 16 career clustersStandards-aligned prep materials to ready students for certification examsMultiple industry certifications hosted on the iCEV Testing PlatformSoftware to track, compile, and analyze critical student dataRoo... Read More →
Tuesday July 21, 2026 6:00pm - 9:00pm CDT
Enclave (112 E Ashley St., Benton, AR) 112 E Ashley St., Benton AR
  Social Event
 
Wednesday, July 22
 

7:15am CDT

Registration
Wednesday July 22, 2026 7:15am - 7:45am CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus

Wednesday July 22, 2026 7:15am - 7:45am CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus 13600 I-30, Benton, AR 72015
  Registration

8:00am CDT

Growing Your Pre-Educator Program: From Introduction to Education to Educational Technology and Child Development
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A314
Discover practical resources, engaging projects, and proven strategies to build and strengthen your Pre-Educator pathway. Explore how to create a seamless progression from Introduction to Education to Educational Technology and Child Development while increasing student engagement, leadership, and career readiness. Participants will leave with ready-to-use ideas, classroom activities, and program...
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Presenters
CL

Christina Loyd

FCS and Pre Ed Instructor, Nemo Vista
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A314
  Breakout Session, FACS Division

8:00am CDT

Helping Arkansas Students Set and Achieve Their Post-Secondary Goals
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A333
In this session, participants will learn how to motivate and prepare their students for
post-secondary success. Motivational strategies and activities will be modeled, as will
instructional strategies that have proven effective for teaching test-prep skills and
content. Participants will leave with practical, easy-to-implement, effective tools to
promote goal setting and post-secondary success.
Presenters
avatar for Jessica Flynt

Jessica Flynt

Head Coach, Kids First Education
B.S. Secondary Education
M.A. Gifted Education
Ed.S. Educational Administration
Jessica has 24 years in education and is passionate about helping students reach their
post-secondary goals. She has experience in all grade levels and in the community
college setting. She is currently a... Read More →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A333
  Breakout Session, All CTE

8:00am CDT

Hospitality, Tourism, and Culinary Education
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A336
Explore curriculum resources available to teachers utilizing nationally recognized certifications through the National Restaurant Association Education Foundation (NRAEF) and the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI). Participants will learn strategies for connecting students with industry professionals through guest speakers, internships, and work-based learning opportunities...
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Exhibitors
avatar for Renee Jeffery Smith

Renee Jeffery Smith

Director of Education, Arkansas Hospitality Association
Culinary Arts, Nutrition, Hospitality and Tourism CurriculumMentors for StudentsGuest speakers for classes/demosField tripsScholarshipsInternshipsJobs
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A336
  Breakout Session, FACS Division

8:00am CDT

Teach More, Stress Less: Build Better CTE Curriculum with AI
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:45am CDT
SCCTC Room C355
CTE teachers are being asked to do more than ever: align new standards, build engaging lessons, incorporate project-based learning, connect with local industry, and prepare students for certifications, all while continuing to teach every day.Discover how Sage, an AI-powered curriculum development platform built specifically for CTE educators, helps teachers turn state standards, district...
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Exhibitors
avatar for Phil Forrester

Phil Forrester

CTE Innovation Strategist, Sage Software for CTE
I work with school districts, educators, and industry leaders to explore how artificial intelligence can reduce teacher workload while strengthening career and technical education. My passion is helping educators spend less time building curriculum and more time engaging students... Read More →
avatar for Jarrod Shirley
avatar for Jonathan Sloan

Jonathan Sloan

Founder, Sage

avatar for Lynne Wilson
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:45am CDT
SCCTC Room C355
  Breakout Session, All CTE

8:00am CDT

Why Self-Starters Matter in Today's Workforce
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A121
This session explains what employers mean by “self-starters” and gives practical ways to help students build those skills for school and future careers.
Presenters
avatar for Rhina Odom

Rhina Odom

Educator, Lifelong Learner, CEO and Founder of SkillPathway
With over 15 years of experience in education, I have had the privilege of teaching learners from kindergarten through higher education and contributing to learning initiatives in brick-and-mortar and online settings, across multiple states in the U.S., and in communities around the... Read More →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A121
  Breakout Session, Counseling and Career Development Division

8:00am CDT

Workkeys 101
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A310
This session provides a foundational overview of the WorkKeys assessment system — what it
measures, how it's structured, and why it matters for workforce readiness. Participants will explore
the core skill areas, learn how WorkKeys connects to the National Career Readiness Certificate
(NCRC), and discover how CTE programs can leverage the assessment to better prepare
students for career success.
Presenters
avatar for Susan Bartlett

Susan Bartlett

ACT Education Corp

Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A310
  Breakout Session, All CTE

8:00am CDT

Accounting & Banking Pathway Resources
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room C381
This session will review the courses for the stated pathway, review curriculum, and available resources for the course. Educators will also determine how to appropriately review and verify relevant resources for core instruction.
Presenters
TJ
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room C381
  Pathway Resources, Accounting & Banking

8:00am CDT

Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering Pathway Resources
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room C374
This session will review the courses for the stated pathway, review curriculum, and available resources for the course. Educators will also determine how to appropriately review and verify relevant resources for core instruction.
Presenters
JP
KM
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room C374
  Pathway Resources, Advanced Manufacturing

8:00am CDT

Fashion & Housing Design Pathway Resources
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room C373
This session will review the courses for the stated pathway, review curriculum, and available resources for the course. Educators will also determine how to appropriately review and verify relevant resources for core instruction.
Presenters
MB
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room C373
  Pathway Resources, Fashion & Housing Design

8:00am CDT

Healthcare Services Pathway Resources
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room C363
This session will review the courses for the stated pathway, review curriculum, and available resources for the course. Educators will also determine how to appropriately review and verify relevant resources for core instruction.
Presenters
CG
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room C363
  Pathway Resources

8:00am CDT

Information Technology & Security Pathway Resources
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room C362
This session will review the courses for the stated pathway, review curriculum, and available resources for the course. Educators will also determine how to appropriately review and verify relevant resources for core instruction.
Presenters
CS
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room C362
  Pathway Resources, Information Technology & Security

9:00am CDT

Enroll, Employ, Enlist: Your Future Starts Here
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A126
This workshop will provide high school educators with practical strategies for strengthening college and career readiness through the three postsecondary pathways: Enroll, Employ, and Enlist. Participants will explore engaging classroom activities, career exploration tools, workforce readiness lessons, and student-centered planning strategies that help students confidently prepare for life after...
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Presenters
avatar for Misty Christian

Misty Christian

College and Career Readiness Teacher, Mountainburg High School
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A126
  Breakout Session, Counseling and Career Development Division

9:00am CDT

Equipping Students for Workforce Success: OSHA-10 & Employability Skills
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room C352
Learn how CareerSafe's OSHA-10 and Employability Skills programs help prepare students for the workforce through industry-recognized safety credentials, workplace readiness training, and flexible classroom resources. Discover practical strategies for integrating these tools into CTE programs to support student success and meet employer needs.
Exhibitors
avatar for Joel Wren

Joel Wren

CareerSafe

Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room C352
  Breakout Session, Agriculture Education Division

9:00am CDT

Exploring Pathful - Connecting Students to Real-World Skills and Opportunities
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A121
Explore how career readiness can be transformed when it is directly shaped by the needs of today’s workforce. This session highlights how Pathful supports students and adult learners by delivering authentic career exploration, work-based learning experiences, and progressive skill development aligned with real industry demand. Learn how partnerships with over 5,000 companies help create...
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Exhibitors
avatar for Alicia Bradley
avatar for Stephanie Lynch

Stephanie Lynch

Pathful
Career readiness and development and tracking all things WBL and CTE
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A121
  Breakout Session, Counseling and Career Development Division

9:00am CDT

Helping Arkansas Students Set and Achieve Their Post-Secondary Goals (repeat)
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A333
In this session, participants will learn how to motivate and prepare their students for
post-secondary success. Motivational strategies and activities will be modeled, as will
instructional strategies that have proven effective for teaching test-prep skills and
content. Participants will leave with practical, easy-to-implement, effective tools to
promote goal setting and post-secondary success.
Presenters
avatar for Jessica Flynt

Jessica Flynt

Head Coach, Kids First Education
B.S. Secondary Education
M.A. Gifted Education
Ed.S. Educational Administration
Jessica has 24 years in education and is passionate about helping students reach their
post-secondary goals. She has experience in all grade levels and in the community
college setting. She is currently a... Read More →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A333
  Breakout Session, All CTE

9:00am CDT

Hospitality, Tourism, and Culinary Education (repeat)
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A336
Explore curriculum resources available to teachers utilizing nationally recognized certifications through the National Restaurant Association Education Foundation (NRAEF) and the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI). Participants will learn strategies for connecting students with industry professionals through guest speakers, internships, and work-based learning opportunities...
See More →
Exhibitors
avatar for Renee Jeffery Smith

Renee Jeffery Smith

Director of Education, Arkansas Hospitality Association
Culinary Arts, Nutrition, Hospitality and Tourism CurriculumMentors for StudentsGuest speakers for classes/demosField tripsScholarshipsInternshipsJobs
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A336
  Breakout Session, FACS Division

9:00am CDT

iCEV: Bridging the Gap between WorkKeys Prep and Workplace Skills
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A324
The ACT WorkKeys assessment measures essential workplace skills through the National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC). Achieving higher certificate levels requires advanced multi-step reasoning, complex document interpretation, and layered data analysis. Learners often struggle to reach these advanced levels because they view these skills as abstract testing concepts rather than practical...
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Exhibitors
avatar for Steve Davis

Steve Davis

Territory Manager, iCEV
With iCEV, you have everything you need to equip learners with the real-world skills they need. This all-in-one CTE solution provides:
Comprehensive curriculum to teach more than 200 courses across 16 career clustersStandards-aligned prep materials to ready students for certification examsMultiple industry certifications hosted on the iCEV Testing PlatformSoftware to track, compile, and analyze critical student dataRoo... Read More →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A324
  Breakout Session, Agriculture Education Division

9:00am CDT

New Workkeys Curriculum Through Mastery
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A310
This session provides an in-depth look at the new WorkKeys curriculum through MasteryPrep —
what it covers, how it's designed, and how it integrates into CTE programs. Participants will
explore how the curriculum aligns with the WorkKeys assessment framework and NCRC, and
leave equipped to implement these resources and drive better outcomes for their students.
Presenters
avatar for Susan Bartlett

Susan Bartlett

ACT Education Corp

Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A310
  Breakout Session, All CTE

9:00am CDT

PD Powerhouse: The Best Ideas I've Ever Stolen
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A114
Why spend 45 minutes on one strategy when you can walk away with dozens? This rapid-fire session combines the most impactful ideas, tools, engagement strategies, and classroom hacks gathered from years of professional development, conferences, and classroom experience. Participants will leave with practical, ready-to-use ideas that work across content areas and grade levels, without the fluff. If...
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Presenters
avatar for Jennifer Holmes

Jennifer Holmes

Medical Professions Teacher, Mountain Home Jr. High
PD Powerhouse The Best Ideas I have ever stolen (1) pptx
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A114
  Breakout Session, All CTE

9:00am CDT

Promoting Green Careers in the Natural Resource Sector
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A110
“Green jobs” - as defined by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, are jobs that produce goods or services that benefit the environment or conserve natural resources, or jobs that use more environmentally friendly processes or fewer natural resources - have outpaced jobs in other categories by almost 250 percent over the last decade. At the same time, today’s youth are seeking rewarding careers...
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Presenters
avatar for Rob Beadal

Rob Beadal

Director of Forestry Education/AR Project Learning Tree Cordinator, Arkansas Forestry Association Education Foundation
With over 30 years in the environmental field, Rob Beadel has been the Director of Forestry Education for the Arkansas Forestry Association Education Foundation since 2008 and serves as the Project Learning Tree State Coordinator. Rob, a Certified Interpretive Guide, has served on... Read More →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A110
  Breakout Session, Agriculture Education Division

9:00am CDT

Talking FCCLA Friday: Leadership, Collaboration, and Real-World Application
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A314
This session demonstrates how to intentionally embed leadership and collaboration into daily instruction through the FCCLA framework. Participants will explore strategies to help students apply the FCCLA Planning Process to real-world issues, while developing and refining STAR Event and National Program projects. Through structured teamwork and project-based learning, students become active...
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Presenters
CL

Christina Loyd

FCS and Pre Ed Instructor, Nemo Vista
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A314
  Breakout Session, FACS Division

9:00am CDT

Teach More, Stress Less: Build Better CTE Curriculum with AI
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room C355
CTE teachers are being asked to do more than ever: align new standards, build engaging lessons, incorporate project-based learning, connect with local industry, and prepare students for certifications, all while continuing to teach every day.Discover how Sage, an AI-powered curriculum development platform built specifically for CTE educators, helps teachers turn state standards, district...
See More →
Exhibitors
avatar for Phil Forrester

Phil Forrester

CTE Innovation Strategist, Sage Software for CTE
I work with school districts, educators, and industry leaders to explore how artificial intelligence can reduce teacher workload while strengthening career and technical education. My passion is helping educators spend less time building curriculum and more time engaging students... Read More →
avatar for Jarrod Shirley
avatar for Jonathan Sloan

Jonathan Sloan

Founder, Sage

avatar for Lynne Wilson
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room C355
  Breakout Session, All CTE

9:00am CDT

Using Early Career Exploration to Connect Students to CTE Pathways
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A317
Robust high school CTE programs have robust middle school and early high school career exploration programs. These programs encourage students to learn about their own career interests and aptitudes, while providing hands-on exploration activities
Exhibitors
avatar for Gary Udouj

Gary Udouj

Paxton Patterson

Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
SCCTC Room A317
  Breakout Session, All CTE

9:00am CDT

Career Center Conclave Meeting
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A307
Join Career Center Directors and other leaders to discuss career center issues and grow together as a group! 
Presenters
avatar for Ken Beach

Ken Beach

Director of IGNITE Academy - Jonesboro, Arkansas State University Newport
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A307
  Career Center Conclave, All CTE

9:45am CDT

Snacks with Vendors!
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:45am - 10:15am CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus
Need a quick break between sessions? Head to the Exhibit Hall to grab a snack, connect with our exhibitors, and learn about the latest products, resources, and opportunities for your classroom and program. Be sure to stop by each booth—you never know what new ideas or giveaways you'll find!
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:45am - 10:15am CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus 13600 I-30, Benton, AR 72015
  Snacks with Vendors!

10:15am CDT

Administration Division Business Meeting
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room A310
Join your Administration Division fellow members to important information about your division and to elect a new division VP if needed.
Presenters
SP

Shannon Puckett

CTE Coordinator, Southwest Arkansas Education Cooperative
avatar for Nicole Gatewood

Nicole Gatewood

Admin Division VP, ACTE
I am an educational leader who is passionate about helping others reach their goals. You are invited to visit the CTE programs of Cabot Public Schools and see firsthand what makes Cabot High School a great place to learn and grow as a student and an educator!
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room A310
  Division Business Meeting, Administration Division

10:15am CDT

Business/Marketing Division Business Meeting
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room C386
Join your division fellow members to important information about your division and to elect a new division VP if needed.
Presenters
avatar for Misty Waddle

Misty Waddle

Business Division VP, ACTE
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Bailey Teague

Business Division VP, ACTE
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room C386
  Division Business Meeting, Business/Marketing Division

10:15am CDT

Counseling and Career Development and Work-Based Learning Division Business Meeting
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room C374
Join your division fellow members to important information about your division and to elect a new division VP if needed.
Presenters
avatar for Jennifer Snyder

Jennifer Snyder

Director of College, Career, and Military Readiness, Marion School District
As the CTE Coordinator for Crowley's Ridge ESC, it is my pleasure to serve 19 school districts in NE AR. My expertise is in grant writing, program implementation, professional development, teacher certification, teacher recruitment and retention, equalizing educational opportunities... Read More →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room C374
  Division Business Meeting, Counseling and Career Development Division

10:15am CDT

Engineering and Technology Division Business Meeting
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room C382
Join your division fellow members to important information about your division and to elect a new division VP if needed.
Presenters
avatar for Gina Lewis

Gina Lewis

Division VP, ACTE
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room C382
  Division Business Meeting, Engineering and Technology Division

10:15am CDT

Family and Consumer Science Education Division Business Meeting
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room C387
Join your division fellow members to important information about your division and to elect a new division VP if needed.
Presenters
AG

Ashley Griffin

Division VP, ACTE
MG

Melody Gilleran

Division VP, ACTE
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room C387
  Division Business Meeting, FACS Division

10:15am CDT

Health Science Education Division Business Meeting
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room C381
Join your division fellow members to important information about your division and to elect a new division VP if needed.
Presenters
avatar for Patti Castle

Patti Castle

Division VP, ACTE
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room C381
  Division Business Meeting, Health Science Division

10:15am CDT

New and Related Services Division Business Meeting
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room C352
Join your division fellow members to important information about your division and to elect a new division VP if needed.
Presenters
DM

Dr. Mary Perkins-Jacobs

New and Related Services Board Member, ACTE
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room C352
  Division Business Meeting, New and Related Division

10:15am CDT

Postsecondary Education Division Business Meeting
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room A333
Join your Administration Division fellow members to important information about your division and to elect a new division VP if needed.
Presenters
SS

Starlinda Sanders

Division VP, ACTE
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room A333
  Division Business Meeting, Postsecondary Education Division Meeting

10:15am CDT

Trade and Industrial Education Division Business Meeting
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room A336
Join your division fellow members to important information about your division and to elect a new division VP if needed.
Presenters
KR

Katie Robertson

Past-President, Arkansas ACTE
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
SCCTC Room A336
  Division Business Meeting, Agriculture Education Division

11:00am CDT

LUNCH
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus

Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus 13600 I-30, Benton, AR 72015
  Lunch

11:45am CDT

Exploring Pathful - Connecting Students to Real-World Skills and Opportunities
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 12:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A121
Explore how career readiness can be transformed when it is directly shaped by the needs of today’s workforce. This session highlights how Pathful supports students and adult learners by delivering authentic career exploration, work-based learning experiences, and progressive skill development aligned with real industry demand. Learn how partnerships with over 5,000 companies help create...
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Exhibitors
avatar for Alicia Bradley
avatar for Stephanie Lynch

Stephanie Lynch

Pathful
Career readiness and development and tracking all things WBL and CTE
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 12:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A121
  Breakout Session, Counseling and Career Development Division

11:45am CDT

Hospitality, Tourism, and Culinary Education
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 12:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A336
Explore curriculum resources available to teachers utilizing nationally recognized certifications through the National Restaurant Association Education Foundation (NRAEF) and the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI). Participants will learn strategies for connecting students with industry professionals through guest speakers, internships, and work-based learning opportunities...
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Exhibitors
avatar for Renee Jeffery Smith

Renee Jeffery Smith

Director of Education, Arkansas Hospitality Association
Culinary Arts, Nutrition, Hospitality and Tourism CurriculumMentors for StudentsGuest speakers for classes/demosField tripsScholarshipsInternshipsJobs
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 12:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A336
  Breakout Session, FACS Division

11:45am CDT

Junior Achievement of Arkansas K-12th Career Readiness; entrepreneurship; financial literacy
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 12:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A126
Empowering young people to own their economic success through hands on experiences. Learn about the many programs Junior Achievement offers for K-12th grade students including JA Inspire and virtual career fair, Future Ready Leader opportunities for 9th-12th grade students, curriculum-based K-5th grade programing, career speaker opportunities and more.
Presenters
EW

Erica Weston

Director of Education, Junior Achievement of Arkansas
AS

Antwantette Smith

Junior Achievement of Arkansas
VD

Valerie Danzy

Junior Achievement of Arkansas
MT

Marcia Thompson

Junior Achievement of Arkansas
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 12:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A126
  Breakout Session, Counseling and Career Development Division

11:45am CDT

Setting up a Concurrent Consortium
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 12:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A333
ATU-Ozark partners with 20 high schools to offer a variety of concurrent courses in multiple pathways. Dr. Tina Smith will present an overview of their process and various concurrent models, followed by Heather Nelson who will demonstrate a unique partnership using the Supply Chain pathway. This partnership enables students to achieve a Certificate of Proficiency from ATU-Ozark as well as an...
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Presenters
avatar for Heather E. Nelson

Heather E. Nelson

Program Chair, Arkansas Tech University
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 12:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A333
  Breakout Session, Counseling and Career Development Division

11:45am CDT

Shop Safety for the 21st Century
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 12:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A310
This workshop may be one of the most valuable professional development opportunities you attend. Led by experienced Career and Technical Education educators with extensive backgrounds in shop safety, participants will gain practical knowledge and proven strategies for operating a safe and effective instructional shop environment. Whether you teach agricultural mechanics, woodworking, metalworking,...
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Presenters
JG

Jonathan Grimes

Founding Partner, Safety First
Jonathan Grimes is an Agricultural Education teacher at Fort Chiswell High School with over 15 years of experience teaching agricultural mechanics, welding, woodworking, shop safety, and career and technical education. He is passionate about providing hands-on learning experiences... Read More →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 12:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A310
  Breakout Session, Agriculture Education Division

11:45am CDT

Teach More, Stress Less: Build Better CTE Curriculum with AI
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 12:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C352
CTE teachers are being asked to do more than ever: align new standards, build engaging lessons, incorporate project-based learning, connect with local industry, and prepare students for certifications, all while continuing to teach every day.Discover how Sage, an AI-powered curriculum development platform built specifically for CTE educators, helps teachers turn state standards, district...
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Exhibitors
avatar for Phil Forrester

Phil Forrester

CTE Innovation Strategist, Sage Software for CTE
I work with school districts, educators, and industry leaders to explore how artificial intelligence can reduce teacher workload while strengthening career and technical education. My passion is helping educators spend less time building curriculum and more time engaging students... Read More →
avatar for Jarrod Shirley
avatar for Jonathan Sloan

Jonathan Sloan

Founder, Sage

avatar for Lynne Wilson
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 12:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C352
  Breakout Session, All CTE

11:45am CDT

Using Early Career Exploration to Connect Students to CTE Pathways
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 12:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
Robust high school CTE programs have robust middle school and early high school career exploration programs. These programs encourage students to learn about their own career interests and aptitudes, while providing hands-on exploration activities
Exhibitors
avatar for Gary Udouj

Gary Udouj

Paxton Patterson

Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 12:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
  Breakout Session, All CTE

11:45am CDT

Where Does FCS Fit? Understanding FCS in the AR Success Ready Pathways
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 12:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A314
This session explores how Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) pathways remain relevant within AR Success Ready Pathways and continue to prepare students for high-wage, high-demand careers. Participants will examine how FCS programs align with the modernized Career Clusters and support the three E’s to post-graduation success: Enrollment, Enlistment, and Employment. The session will highlight how...
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Presenters
avatar for Jenny Marroquin

Jenny Marroquin

CTE Director, Siloam Springs School District
Mrs. Marroquin has been a CTE teacher at Siloam Springs High School since 2017. In 2024 she transitioned into the role of CTE Director for the Siloam Springs School District. Mrs. Marroquin is passionate about the opportunities and experiences CTE and CTSO's can provide for students... Read More →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 12:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A314
  Breakout Session, FACS Division
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11:45am CDT

Architecture & Civil Engineering & Construction Technology Pathway Resources
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C355
This session will review the courses for the stated pathway, review curriculum, and available resources for the course. Educators will also determine how to appropriately review and verify relevant resources for core instruction.
Presenters
JP
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C355
  Pathway Resources, Information Technology & Security

11:45am CDT

Diesel Technology Pathway Resources
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C362
This session will review the courses for the stated pathway, review curriculum, and available resources for the course. Educators will also determine how to appropriately review and verify relevant resources for core instruction.
Presenters
KM
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C362
  Pathway Resources, Information Technology & Security

11:45am CDT

Management/Marketing Pathway Resources
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C363
This session will review the courses for the stated pathway, review curriculum, and available resources for the course. Educators will also determine how to appropriately review and verify relevant resources for core instruction.
Presenters
TJ
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C363
  Pathway Resources, Information Technology & Security

11:45am CDT

Nursing Services/Sports Medicine Pathway Resources
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C373
This session will review the courses for the stated pathway, review curriculum, and available resources for the course. Educators will also determine how to appropriately review and verify relevant resources for core instruction.
Presenters
CG
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C373
  Pathway Resources, Information Technology & Security

11:45am CDT

Pre-Educator/Early Childhood Pathway Resources
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C374
This session will review the courses for the stated pathway, review curriculum, and available resources for the course. Educators will also determine how to appropriately review and verify relevant resources for core instruction.
Presenters
MB
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C374
  Pathway Resources, Information Technology & Security

11:45am CDT

Software Development Pathway Resources
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C381
This session will review the courses for the stated pathway, review curriculum, and available resources for the course. Educators will also determine how to appropriately review and verify relevant resources for core instruction.
Presenters
CS
Wednesday July 22, 2026 11:45am - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C381
  Pathway Resources, Information Technology & Security

12:45pm CDT

Clean Communities, Cultivated Careers: Service Learning with Keep Arkansas Beautiful
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A126
Discover how to transform environmental stewardship into a powerful vehicle for career readiness. This session introduces Keep Arkansas Beautiful’s newly structured, standards-aligned education framework, designed to take students from foundational classroom knowledge to high-impact community action. Learn how the program’s structured service-learning projects integrate with Arkansas...
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Exhibitors
avatar for Kim Drake

Kim Drake

Education Coordinator, Keep Arkansas Beautiful

Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A126
  Breakout Session, Agriculture Education Division

12:45pm CDT

Durable Skills
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A310

Presenters
GE

Gordon Eichelberger

Regional Specialist, DCTE
BM
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A310
  Breakout Session

12:45pm CDT

Exploring Pathful - Connecting Students to Real-World Skills and Opportunities
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A121
Explore how career readiness can be transformed when it is directly shaped by the needs of today’s workforce. This session highlights how Pathful supports students and adult learners by delivering authentic career exploration, work-based learning experiences, and progressive skill development aligned with real industry demand. Learn how partnerships with over 5,000 companies help create...
See More →
Exhibitors
avatar for Alicia Bradley
avatar for Stephanie Lynch

Stephanie Lynch

Pathful
Career readiness and development and tracking all things WBL and CTE
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A121
  Breakout Session, Counseling and Career Development Division

12:45pm CDT

Getting Students College and Career Ready with Stackable, Industry-Recognized Credentials
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A333
This session focuses on the importance of digital skills in today’s workforce and how certifications can help close the skills gap. Participants will learn how to use industry-recognized, stackable certifications to help students build and prove essential skills for college and careers.
Exhibitors
avatar for Brent Offerdahl

Brent Offerdahl

Business Development Manager, Tosa by Isograd
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A333
  Breakout Session, All CTE

12:45pm CDT

Hospitality, Tourism, and Culinary Education
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A336
Explore curriculum resources available to teachers utilizing nationally recognized certifications through the National Restaurant Association Education Foundation (NRAEF) and the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI). Participants will learn strategies for connecting students with industry professionals through guest speakers, internships, and work-based learning opportunities...
See More →
Exhibitors
avatar for Renee Jeffery Smith

Renee Jeffery Smith

Director of Education, Arkansas Hospitality Association
Culinary Arts, Nutrition, Hospitality and Tourism CurriculumMentors for StudentsGuest speakers for classes/demosField tripsScholarshipsInternshipsJobs
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A336
  Breakout Session, FACS Division

12:45pm CDT

LAUNCH for Students: Tools, Resources, and Student Success Planning
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A314
Discover how LAUNCH for Students helps educators support students in exploring career pathways, setting meaningful goals, and creating personalized plans for future success. This session will provide an overview of the platform, highlight key features, and share practical strategies for integrating LAUNCH into career and academic planning to strengthen student engagement and postsecondary...
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Presenters
avatar for Lindsay Reed

Lindsay Reed

Director of School Counseling, Arkansas Department of Education
CTE Annual Conference 2026 LAUNCH for Students A Framework for Student Success (1) pdf
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A314
  Breakout Session, Counseling and Career Development Division

12:45pm CDT

Teach More, Stress Less: Build Better CTE Curriculum with AI
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C352
CTE teachers are being asked to do more than ever: align new standards, build engaging lessons, incorporate project-based learning, connect with local industry, and prepare students for certifications, all while continuing to teach every day.Discover how Sage, an AI-powered curriculum development platform built specifically for CTE educators, helps teachers turn state standards, district...
See More →
Exhibitors
avatar for Phil Forrester

Phil Forrester

CTE Innovation Strategist, Sage Software for CTE
I work with school districts, educators, and industry leaders to explore how artificial intelligence can reduce teacher workload while strengthening career and technical education. My passion is helping educators spend less time building curriculum and more time engaging students... Read More →
avatar for Jarrod Shirley
avatar for Jonathan Sloan

Jonathan Sloan

Founder, Sage

avatar for Lynne Wilson
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C352
  Breakout Session, All CTE

12:45pm CDT

Using Early Career Exploration to Connect Students to CTE Pathways
Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
Robust high school CTE programs have robust middle school and early high school career exploration programs. These programs encourage students to learn about their own career interests and aptitudes, while providing hands-on exploration activities
Exhibitors
avatar for Gary Udouj

Gary Udouj

Paxton Patterson

Wednesday July 22, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
  Breakout Session, All CTE

1:30pm CDT

Snacks with Vendors!
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus
Need a quick break between sessions? Head to the Exhibit Hall to grab a snack, connect with our exhibitors, and learn about the latest products, resources, and opportunities for your classroom and program. Be sure to stop by each booth—you never know what new ideas or giveaways you'll find!
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus 13600 I-30, Benton, AR 72015
  Snacks with Vendors!

2:00pm CDT

Building Your Own Comprehensive Pacing Guide
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
If pacing your courses feels overwhelming, you are not alone. In this interactive work session, you will create a customizable pacing guide designed for real classrooms and real interruptions. We’ll work step-by-step to organize standards, lessons, grading periods, missed days, and reflections on what worked best throughout the year. Leave with a practical tool you can continue using and...
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Presenters
avatar for Emily Geels

Emily Geels

Family & Consumer Science Teacher, Monticello High School
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
  Breakout Session, All CTE

2:00pm CDT

Durable Skills
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A310

Presenters
GE

Gordon Eichelberger

Regional Specialist, DCTE
BM
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A310
  Breakout Session

2:00pm CDT

Enroll, Employ, Enlist: Your Future Starts Here
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A126
This workshop will provide high school educators with practical strategies for strengthening college and career readiness through the three postsecondary pathways: Enroll, Employ, and Enlist. Participants will explore engaging classroom activities, career exploration tools, workforce readiness lessons, and student-centered planning strategies that help students confidently prepare for life after...
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Presenters
avatar for Misty Christian

Misty Christian

College and Career Readiness Teacher, Mountainburg High School
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A126
  Breakout Session, Counseling and Career Development Division

2:00pm CDT

From Empty Classroom to Thriving Program-Building a Medical Class from Scratch
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A114
No curriculum. No equipment. No budget. No problem.Join an Arkansas ACTE New Teacher of the Year as she shares how she transformed an almost-empty healthcare classroom into a thriving program filled with hands-on learning, community partnerships, grant-funded technology, and an active HOSA chapter. Participants will learn strategies for finding curriculum, acquiring equipment without breaking the...
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Presenters
avatar for Jennifer Holmes

Jennifer Holmes

Medical Professions Teacher, Mountain Home Jr. High
From Empty Classroom to Thriving Program pptx
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A114
  Breakout Session, Health Science Division

2:00pm CDT

Resources, Competitions, Opportunities...Oh, My!
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A121
Join this fast paced session to learn about Economics Arkansas ready to use resources, student competitions tied to courses (with prizes for students), grants and other opportunities... Oh, My! Plus, leave with a free resource of your choice!
Presenters
avatar for Marsha Masters

Marsha Masters

Associate Director, Economics Arkansas
Marsha serves as Associate Director at Economics Arkansas. She brings more than 25 years of public school experience. Marsha manages programming at Economics Arkansas and offers many professional development learning opportunities around the state.
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A121
  Breakout Session, All CTE

2:00pm CDT

Setting up a Concurrent Consortium
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A333
ATU-Ozark partners with 20 high schools to offer a variety of concurrent courses in multiple pathways. Dr. Tina Smith will present an overview of their process and various concurrent models, followed by Heather Nelson who will demonstrate a unique partnership using the Supply Chain pathway. This partnership enables students to achieve a Certificate of Proficiency from ATU-Ozark as well as an...
See More →
Presenters
avatar for Heather E. Nelson

Heather E. Nelson

Program Chair, Arkansas Tech University
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A333
  Breakout Session, Counseling and Career Development Division

2:00pm CDT

Soybean Science Challenge
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A336
The Soybean Science Challenge has engaged thousands of students and educators across the nation by connecting classroom science to real-world agricultural applications. This session will highlight how the program leverages a blended learning model that includes in-service teacher training, virtual field trips, classroom laboratory instruction, mentoring, and independent research opportunities....
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Presenters
KH

Keith Harris

Program Associate, University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A336
  Breakout Session, Agriculture Education Division

2:00pm CDT

Teach More, Stress Less: Build Better CTE Curriculum with AI
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A307
CTE teachers are being asked to do more than ever: align new standards, build engaging lessons, incorporate project-based learning, connect with local industry, and prepare students for certifications, all while continuing to teach every day.Discover how Sage, an AI-powered curriculum development platform built specifically for CTE educators, helps teachers turn state standards, district...
See More →
Exhibitors
avatar for Phil Forrester

Phil Forrester

CTE Innovation Strategist, Sage Software for CTE
I work with school districts, educators, and industry leaders to explore how artificial intelligence can reduce teacher workload while strengthening career and technical education. My passion is helping educators spend less time building curriculum and more time engaging students... Read More →
avatar for Jarrod Shirley
avatar for Jonathan Sloan

Jonathan Sloan

Founder, Sage

avatar for Lynne Wilson
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A307
  Breakout Session, All CTE

2:00pm CDT

Workkeys/NCRC: What's Next?
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A314
This session explores how to put WorkKeys and the NCRC to work for students, employers, and
communities. Participants will examine strategies for leveraging credentials to open doors for
students, build employer partnerships, and position CTE programs as drivers of regional
workforce development.
Presenters
AB

Anita Brackin

ACT Education Corp
avatar for Susan Bartlett

Susan Bartlett

ACT Education Corp

Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A314
  Breakout Session, All CTE

2:00pm CDT

Advertising & Graphic Design & Media Creation Pathway Resources
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C352
This session will review the courses for the stated pathway, review curriculum, and available resources for the course. Educators will also determine how to appropriately review and verify relevant resources for core instruction.
Presenters
JP
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C352
  Pathway Resources, Information Technology & Security

2:00pm CDT

Automotive Collision Repair Pathway Resources
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C355
This session will review the courses for the stated pathway, review curriculum, and available resources for the course. Educators will also determine how to appropriately review and verify relevant resources for core instruction.
Presenters
KM
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C355
  Pathway Resources, Information Technology & Security

2:00pm CDT

Criminal Justice Pathway Resources
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C362
This session will review the courses for the stated pathway, review curriculum, and available resources for the course. Educators will also determine how to appropriately review and verify relevant resources for core instruction.
Presenters
CG
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C362
  Pathway Resources, Information Technology & Security

2:00pm CDT

Culinary/Nutrition Science Pathway Resources
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C363
This session will review the courses for the stated pathway, review curriculum, and available resources for the course. Educators will also determine how to appropriately review and verify relevant resources for core instruction.
Presenters
MB
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C363
  Pathway Resources, Information Technology & Security

2:00pm CDT

Data Analytics and Machine Learning Pathway Resources
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C373
This session will review the courses for the stated pathway, review curriculum, and available resources for the course. Educators will also determine how to appropriately review and verify relevant resources for core instruction.
Presenters
CS
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C373
  Pathway Resources, Information Technology & Security

2:00pm CDT

Robotics and Automation Systems Pathway Resources
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C374
This session will review the courses for the stated pathway, review curriculum, and available resources for the course. Educators will also determine how to appropriately review and verify relevant resources for core instruction.
Presenters
CS
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C374
  Pathway Resources, Information Technology & Security

2:00pm CDT

Supply Chain and Logistics Pathway Resources
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C381
This session will review the courses for the stated pathway, review curriculum, and available resources for the course. Educators will also determine how to appropriately review and verify relevant resources for core instruction.
Presenters
TJ
Wednesday July 22, 2026 2:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room C381
  Pathway Resources, Information Technology & Security

3:00pm CDT

Building Student Ownership Through Community Connections
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A336
Creating a culture of student growth requires more than quality projects and activities. It starts with building student ownership of learning, strengthened through meaningful community engagement and support. For educators who are not members of the communities they serve or new to community projects, finding authentic connections can feel intimidating.In this session, we will explore practical...
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Presenters
JB

Jason Blake

Director Of Training Services, EAST Initiative
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A336
  Breakout Session, All CTE

3:00pm CDT

LAUNCH for Students: Tools, Resources, and Student Success Planning
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A314
Discover how LAUNCH for Students helps educators support students in exploring career pathways, setting meaningful goals, and creating personalized plans for future success. This session will provide an overview of the platform, highlight key features, and share practical strategies for integrating LAUNCH into career and academic planning to strengthen student engagement and postsecondary...
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Presenters
avatar for Lindsay Reed

Lindsay Reed

Director of School Counseling, Arkansas Department of Education
CTE Annual Conference 2026 LAUNCH for Students A Framework for Student Success (1) pdf
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A314
  Breakout Session, Counseling and Career Development Division

3:00pm CDT

Leading Through Transformational Change: Building Systems, Culture, and Capacity
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A126
Educational transformation requires more than new initiatives—it requires leaders who can build a shared vision, strengthen culture, and develop systems that create lasting impact. This session will explore practical strategies for leading teams through meaningful change by honoring current successes, creating collective ownership, and aligning people, programs, and resources toward a common...
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Presenters
avatar for Justin Neel

Justin Neel

Principal, Caddo Hills Schools
Passionate and excited lead learner focused on bringing the real world into the classroom. I believe that strong community engagement fosters opportunities for student-focused learning.
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A126
  Breakout Session, All CTE

3:00pm CDT

Resources, Competitions, Opportunities...Oh, My!
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A121
Join this fast paced session to learn about Economics Arkansas ready to use resources, student competitions tied to courses (with prizes for students), grants and other opportunities... Oh, My! Plus, leave with a free resource of your choice!
Presenters
avatar for Marsha Masters

Marsha Masters

Associate Director, Economics Arkansas
Marsha serves as Associate Director at Economics Arkansas. She brings more than 25 years of public school experience. Marsha manages programming at Economics Arkansas and offers many professional development learning opportunities around the state.
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A121
  Breakout Session, All CTE

3:00pm CDT

Setting up a Concurrent Consortium
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A333
ATU-Ozark partners with 20 high schools to offer a variety of concurrent courses in multiple pathways. Dr. Tina Smith will present an overview of their process and various concurrent models, followed by Heather Nelson who will demonstrate a unique partnership using the Supply Chain pathway. This partnership enables students to achieve a Certificate of Proficiency from ATU-Ozark as well as an...
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Presenters
avatar for Heather E. Nelson

Heather E. Nelson

Program Chair, Arkansas Tech University
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A333
  Breakout Session, Counseling and Career Development Division

3:00pm CDT

Work Ready Communities
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A310
This session provides an overview of the Work Ready Communities initiative — what it is, how it
works, and why it matters for regional economic development. Participants will learn how
WorkKeys and the NCRC serve as the foundation for building a credentialed workforce and
discover how CTE professionals can drive community-wide participation and recognition.
Presenters
AB

Anita Brackin

ACT Education Corp
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A310
  Breakout Session, All CTE

3:45pm CDT

Closing Session
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
Auditorium, SCCTC

Presenters
KR

Katie Robertson

Past-President, Arkansas ACTE
MB

Molly Bennett

President, Arkansas ACTE
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:45pm - 4:15pm CDT
Auditorium, SCCTC
  General
 
Thursday, July 23
 

8:00am CDT

CAREER COACH - Regristration
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:00am - 8:30am CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus

Thursday July 23, 2026 8:00am - 8:30am CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus 13600 I-30, Benton, AR 72015
  Career Coach

8:00am CDT

Computer Science Registration
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:00am - 8:30am CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus

Presenters
TG

Tammy Glass

Computer Science Specialist, DCTE
AM

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:00am - 8:30am CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus 13600 I-30, Benton, AR 72015
  Computer Science Conference

8:30am CDT

JAG Registration
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 9:00am CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus
Registration - JAG 
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 9:00am CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus 13600 I-30, Benton, AR 72015
  JAG

8:30am CDT

CAREER COACH - Collaboration Station 1 - Option 1: AR DAP
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
SCCTC Room C382


Presenters
AL

Alisha Lewis

Assistant Director of Operations and Communications, ADE-ADHE
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
SCCTC Room C382
  Career Coach

8:30am CDT

CAREER COACH - Collaboration Station 1 - Option 2: Durable Skills
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
SCCTC Room C386


Presenters
ST
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
SCCTC Room C386
  Career Coach

8:30am CDT

CAREER COACH - Collaboration Station 1 - Option 3: Working with Identified Partnerships
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
SCCTC Room C387


Presenters
RD

Rhyder Dye

Career Coach, Fort Smith School District
ER

Eric Raible

Career Coach, Fort Smith School District
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
SCCTC Room C387
  Career Coach

8:30am CDT

CAREER COACH - Collaboration Station 1 - Option 4: Strengthening Industry Partnerships
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
SCCTC Room C394


Presenters
SP

Shannon Puckett

CTE Coordinator, Southwest Arkansas Education Cooperative
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
SCCTC Room C394
  Career Coach

8:30am CDT

Computer Science Conference - Track 1 - Circuit Playgrounds Plus
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 11:15am CDT
SCCTC Room C429

Presenters
TG

Tammy Glass

Computer Science Specialist, DCTE
AM

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 11:15am CDT
SCCTC Room C429
  Computer Science Conference

8:30am CDT

Computer Science Conference - Track 1 - Formula for Success: Teaching Data Science with Spreadsheets
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 11:15am CDT
SCCTC Room C421

Presenters
TG

Tammy Glass

Computer Science Specialist, DCTE
AM

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 11:15am CDT
SCCTC Room C421
  Computer Science Conference

8:30am CDT

Computer Science Conference - Track 1 - Gamifying Cybersecurity
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 11:15am CDT
SCCTC Room C426

Presenters
TG

Tammy Glass

Computer Science Specialist, DCTE
AM

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 11:15am CDT
SCCTC Room C426
  Computer Science Conference

8:30am CDT

Computer Science Conference - Track 1 - Middle School with Microbits
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 11:15am CDT
SCCTC Room C418

Presenters
TG

Tammy Glass

Computer Science Specialist, DCTE
AM

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 11:15am CDT
SCCTC Room C418
  Computer Science Conference

8:30am CDT

LAPSEN Criminal Justice Extended Session
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 3:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room A307
This hands-on professional development training equips Criminal Justice educators with foundational crime scene investigation skills aligned to real-world industry practices. Participants will explore evidence collection, scene documentation, investigative observation techniques, chain of custody procedures, and crime scene photography through interactive activities and practical application....
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Presenters
CG
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 3:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room A307
  Extended Session

9:00am CDT

JAG - Welcome and DCTE Updates
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:00am - 9:30am CDT
SCCTC Room A317

Presenters
JR
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:00am - 9:30am CDT
SCCTC Room A317
  JAG

9:40am CDT

CAREER COACH - Collaboration Station 2 - Option 1: AR DAP
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:40am - 10:40am CDT
SCCTC Room C382


Presenters
AL

Alisha Lewis

Assistant Director of Operations and Communications, ADE-ADHE
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:40am - 10:40am CDT
SCCTC Room C382
  Career Coach

9:40am CDT

CAREER COACH - Collaboration Station 2 - Option 2: Durable Skills (repeat)
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:40am - 10:40am CDT
SCCTC Room C386


Presenters
ST
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:40am - 10:40am CDT
SCCTC Room C386
  Career Coach

9:40am CDT

CAREER COACH - Collaboration Station 2 - Option 3: Parental Involvement
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:40am - 10:40am CDT
SCCTC Room C387


Presenters
FS

Freddie Scott

Education Program Coordinator, ADE
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:40am - 10:40am CDT
SCCTC Room C387
  Career Coach

9:40am CDT

CAREER COACH - Collaboration Station 2 - Option 4: Pathway Revisions
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:40am - 10:40am CDT
SCCTC Room C394


Presenters
AM

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE
Thursday July 23, 2026 9:40am - 10:40am CDT
SCCTC Room C394
  Career Coach

10:00am CDT

JAG - Maximizing the JAG Advantage
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
- Career Association
- Employer Engagement
- Project-Based Learning 
- Trauma-Informed Care
Presenters
SG

Stephanie Goodman

Hot Springs World Class High School Specialist and JAG National Trainer
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
  JAG

10:50am CDT

CAREER COACH - Collaboration Station 3 - Option 1: AR DAP
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:50am - 11:50am CDT
SCCTC Room C382


Presenters
AL

Alisha Lewis

Assistant Director of Operations and Communications, ADE-ADHE
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:50am - 11:50am CDT
SCCTC Room C382
  Career Coach

10:50am CDT

CAREER COACH - Collaboration Station 3 - Option 2: Working with Identified Populations
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:50am - 11:50am CDT
SCCTC Room C386


Presenters
AG

April Gordon

Career Coach, Marvell-Elaine School District
EM

Erika Morris

Career Coach, Arkansas School for the Deaf and Blind
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:50am - 11:50am CDT
SCCTC Room C386
  Career Coach

10:50am CDT

CAREER COACH - Collaboration Station 3 - Option 3: Parental Involvement (repeat)
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:50am - 11:50am CDT
SCCTC Room C387


Presenters
FS

Freddie Scott

Education Program Coordinator, ADE
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:50am - 11:50am CDT
SCCTC Room C387
  Career Coach

10:50am CDT

CAREER COACH - Collaboration Station 3 - Option 4: Pathway Revisions (repeat)
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:50am - 11:50am CDT
SCCTC Room C394


Presenters
AM

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE
Thursday July 23, 2026 10:50am - 11:50am CDT
SCCTC Room C394
  Career Coach

11:30am CDT

LUNCH
Thursday July 23, 2026 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus

Thursday July 23, 2026 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus 13600 I-30, Benton, AR 72015
  Lunch

12:00pm CDT

CAREER COACH - Networking Lunch
Thursday July 23, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus
Lunch Provided



Thursday July 23, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus 13600 I-30, Benton, AR 72015
  Career Coach

12:00pm CDT

JAG - Lunch & JAG Force Updates
Thursday July 23, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317

Presenters
DB

Dennis Butler

JAG Data Coordinator
Thursday July 23, 2026 12:00pm - 12:45pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
  JAG

12:30pm CDT

Computer Science Conference - Track 2 - Cryptography: Ciphers and Secrets
Thursday July 23, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C426

Presenters
TG

Tammy Glass

Computer Science Specialist, DCTE
AM

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE
Thursday July 23, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C426
  Computer Science Conference

12:30pm CDT

Computer Science Conference - Track 2 - Introducing Databases to CS
Thursday July 23, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C421

Presenters
AM

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE
TG

Tammy Glass

Computer Science Specialist, DCTE
Thursday July 23, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C421
  Computer Science Conference

12:30pm CDT

Computer Science Conference - Track 2 - Middle School: Servos, Buttons and Motors, Oh My!
Thursday July 23, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C418

Presenters
TG

Tammy Glass

Computer Science Specialist, DCTE
AM

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE
Thursday July 23, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C418
  Computer Science Conference

12:30pm CDT

Computer Science Conference - Track 2 - Overview of CS for Special Populations (ESOL, IEP, etc.)
Thursday July 23, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C429

Presenters
TG

Tammy Glass

Computer Science Specialist, DCTE
AM

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE
Thursday July 23, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C429
  Computer Science Conference

12:45pm CDT

JAG - Career Coach Collaboration Opportunities
Thursday July 23, 2026 12:45pm - 1:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
- Arkansas Applied Campaign
- Career Exploration Camps
- Promoting H2 Pathways 
Presenters
KB

Kaylon Brown

Career Coach Advisor
Thursday July 23, 2026 12:45pm - 1:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
  JAG

12:45pm CDT

CAREER COACH - Career Coach Updates
Thursday July 23, 2026 12:45pm - 1:15pm CDT
Auditorium, SCCTC


Presenters
MB
Thursday July 23, 2026 12:45pm - 1:15pm CDT
Auditorium, SCCTC
  Career Coach

12:45pm CDT

JAG - College Success Coaches Breakout
Thursday July 23, 2026 12:45pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A333
- Career Association
- Employer Engagement
- Project-Based Learning 
- Trauma-Informed Care
Presenters
SG

Stephanie Goodman

Hot Springs World Class High School Specialist and JAG National Trainer
Thursday July 23, 2026 12:45pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A333
  JAG

1:00pm CDT

JAG - Benefits of ACT WorkKeys
Thursday July 23, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317

Presenters
TB

Tamara Barnes

CTE Teacher, Little Rock Central High School
DM

Dr. Mary Perkins-Jacobs

New and Related Services Board Member, ACTE
Thursday July 23, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
  JAG

1:15pm CDT

CAREER COACH - Concurrent Credit
Thursday July 23, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus


Presenters
KL
Thursday July 23, 2026 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus 13600 I-30, Benton, AR 72015
  Career Coach

2:15pm CDT

CAREER COACH - Finance Overview
Thursday July 23, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
Auditorium, SCCTC


Presenters
LB
MB
Thursday July 23, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm CDT
Auditorium, SCCTC
  Career Coach

2:30pm CDT

JAG - Maximizing the JAG Advantage
Thursday July 23, 2026 2:30pm - 3:15pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
- Career Association 
- Employer Engagement
- Project-Based Learning
- Trauma-Informed Care
Presenters
SG

Stephanie Goodman

Hot Springs World Class High School Specialist and JAG National Trainer
Thursday July 23, 2026 2:30pm - 3:15pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
  JAG

3:15pm CDT

JAG - Wrap Up & Closing Questions
Thursday July 23, 2026 3:15pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317

Thursday July 23, 2026 3:15pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room A317
  JAG

3:15pm CDT

CAREER COACH - Career Exploration Toolkit
Thursday July 23, 2026 3:15pm - 4:15pm CDT
Auditorium, SCCTC


Presenters
SW

Sonja Wright-McMurray

Assistant Director for Operations, ADE-DCTE

Thursday July 23, 2026 3:15pm - 4:15pm CDT
Auditorium, SCCTC
  Career Coach

4:15pm CDT

CAREER COACH - Wrap Up
Thursday July 23, 2026 4:15pm - 4:30pm CDT
Auditorium, SCCTC


Thursday July 23, 2026 4:15pm - 4:30pm CDT
Auditorium, SCCTC
  Career Coach
 
Friday, July 24
 

8:00am CDT

Computer Science Registration
Friday July 24, 2026 8:00am - 8:30am CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus

Presenters
TG

Tammy Glass

Computer Science Specialist, DCTE
AM

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE
Friday July 24, 2026 8:00am - 8:30am CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus 13600 I-30, Benton, AR 72015
  Computer Science Conference

8:30am CDT

CAREER COACH - Early Career Awareness and Success Ready Graduates
Friday July 24, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
Auditorium, SCCTC


Presenters
RW

Ross White

Director, DCTE
Friday July 24, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
Auditorium, SCCTC
  Career Coach

8:30am CDT

Computer Science Conference - Track 1 - Level 2 Course in Software Development
Friday July 24, 2026 8:30am - 11:15am CDT
SCCTC Room C421

Presenters
TG

Tammy Glass

Computer Science Specialist, DCTE
AM

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE
Friday July 24, 2026 8:30am - 11:15am CDT
SCCTC Room C421
  Computer Science Conference

8:30am CDT

Computer Science Conference - Track 1 - Middle School: Coding and Crafting including Embroidery
Friday July 24, 2026 8:30am - 11:15am CDT
SCCTC Room C418

Presenters
TG

Tammy Glass

Computer Science Specialist, DCTE
AM

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE
Friday July 24, 2026 8:30am - 11:15am CDT
SCCTC Room C418
  Computer Science Conference

8:30am CDT

Computer Science Conference - Track 1 - Networking 101
Friday July 24, 2026 8:30am - 11:15am CDT
SCCTC Room C426

Presenters
AM

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE
TG

Tammy Glass

Computer Science Specialist, DCTE
Friday July 24, 2026 8:30am - 11:15am CDT
SCCTC Room C426
  Computer Science Conference

8:30am CDT

Computer Science Conference - Track 1 - Physical Computing with the Rasp Pi Pico
Friday July 24, 2026 8:30am - 11:15am CDT
SCCTC Room C429

Presenters
TG

Tammy Glass

Computer Science Specialist, DCTE
AM

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE
Friday July 24, 2026 8:30am - 11:15am CDT
SCCTC Room C429
  Computer Science Conference

8:30am CDT

LAPSEN Criminal Justice Extended Session
Friday July 24, 2026 8:30am - 3:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room A307
This hands-on professional development training equips Criminal Justice educators with foundational crime scene investigation skills aligned to real-world industry practices. Participants will explore evidence collection, scene documentation, investigative observation techniques, chain of custody procedures, and crime scene photography through interactive activities and practical application....
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Presenters
CG
Friday July 24, 2026 8:30am - 3:00pm CDT
SCCTC Room A307
  Extended Session

9:30am CDT

CAREER COACH - LAUNCH
Friday July 24, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am CDT
Auditorium, SCCTC


Presenters
JW

Jake Walker

Chief Research Officer, Division of Information Services
Friday July 24, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am CDT
Auditorium, SCCTC
  Career Coach

10:45am CDT

CAREER COACH - Financial Aid Updates
Friday July 24, 2026 10:45am - 12:00pm CDT
Auditorium, SCCTC


Presenters
LC

Lozanne Calhoun

Program Specialist, ADE-ADHE
Friday July 24, 2026 10:45am - 12:00pm CDT
Auditorium, SCCTC
  Career Coach

11:30am CDT

LUNCH
Friday July 24, 2026 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus

Friday July 24, 2026 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Saline County Career and Technical Campus 13600 I-30, Benton, AR 72015
  Lunch

12:30pm CDT

Computer Science Conference - Track 2 - Level 3 Courses in Software Development
Friday July 24, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C421

Presenters
TG

Tammy Glass

Computer Science Specialist, DCTE
AM

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE
Friday July 24, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C421
  Computer Science Conference

12:30pm CDT

Computer Science Conference - Track 2 - Middle School: Filling Your Analog Bag (CS Unplugged)
Friday July 24, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C418

Presenters
AM

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE
TG

Tammy Glass

Computer Science Specialist, DCTE
Friday July 24, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C418
  Computer Science Conference

12:30pm CDT

Computer Science Conference - Track 2 - Networking 102
Friday July 24, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C426

Presenters
TG

Tammy Glass

Computer Science Specialist, DCTE
AM

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE
Friday July 24, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C426
  Computer Science Conference

12:30pm CDT

Computer Science Conference - Track 2 - Using MagicSchool AI for CS Classroom
Friday July 24, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C429

Presenters
TG

Tammy Glass

Computer Science Specialist, DCTE
AM

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE
Friday July 24, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
SCCTC Room C429
  Computer Science Conference
 

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