Association for Career and Technical Education

As the summer comes to an end and we gear up for another year - what are you looking forward to? Are you rolling out new ciriculum? Do you have new relationships with CTE educators? Tell us more in the comments!

Exploring Connections between Equity, Teaching, and Student Success in Career and Technical Education (CTE). Thursday Sept. 19 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. In today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape, the integration of equity, effective teaching practices, and student success has become paramount, particularly within career and technical education. This presentation delves into the vital connections between these three elements, and more. Check out this and additional general sessions at the Postsecondary CTE Summit happening Sept. 18-20 in Chicago, Illinois. https://bit.ly/3yRgUZh

Scaling Career-Connected Learning for Chicago Youth: The Chicago Roadmap Thursday, Sept. 19, 1:30 p.m.- 2:30p.m. Students at Chicago Public Schools (CPS) at all levels of qualifications struggle to navigate the daunting process of enrolling and persisting in college. In 2019, CPS and City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) created the Chicago Roadmap – an unprecedented partnership aimed at supporting students along a seamless path to and through college on the way to their chosen careers. Check out this and additional general sessions at the Postsecondary CTE Summit happening Sept. 18-20 in Chicago, Illinois. https://bit.ly/3yRgUZh

Better Together: Building a Strong Pipeline from Adult Education to Postsecondary CTE Thursday Sept. 19, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Discover how adult education serves as a vital link between postsecondary education, workforce development, and community colleges. Gain insights from our panel of experts who lead dynamic and innovative career and technical education feeder programs, driving tangible outcomes and empowering learners for success in the evolving job market. Check out this and additional general sessions at the Postsecondary CTE Summit happening Sept. 18-20 in Chicago, Illinois. https://bit.ly/3yRgUZh

We are bringing together Association and business professionals to connect and learn about opportunities with CTE programs. If your organization has been working with schools or would like to start working with schools - this is the place to be! The Summit (Dec. 4-5) is the best place to meet face-to-face and connect with like professionals in workforce development and career exploration. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/egFYubim

The Next-Level Postsecondary CTE Leadership Program at ACTE, sponsored by the ECMC Foundation, is a yearlong professional development experience for postsecondary CTE professionals. This program is a nationally recognized program, providing career growth opportunities that are engaging, individualized and memorable. Now a registration-based initiative, registration fees for accepted applicants will be $3,000 (not including lodging or travel for in-person events). The deadline to apply for this premier program is Sept. 30. https://bit.ly/4c0EJhu

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ACTE’s national leadership fellowship program provides ACTE members with policy knowledge and leadership development in a yearlong professional learning experience. This program offers two cohorts, one for members with 2–5 years of CTE experience and one for members with 5+ years of CTE experience. Fellows will receive a $1,500 stipend and complimentary registration to ACTE’s CareerTech VISION and National Policy Seminar. The deadline to apply for this premier program is Sept. 30. https://bit.ly/2LVCdxj

IAED Mentorship Program, sponsored by IMAGO is a yearlong professional development experience with mentor and mentee opportunities. The ACTE Inclusion, Access, Equity and Diversity (IAED) Program is open to any ACTE member interested in conversations on IAED in CTE and growing a more inclusive space. Participants will receive complimentary registration to ACTE’s CareerTech VISION and free access to IMAGO’s intelligence learning platform content. If you are interested, the deadline to apply for this program is Sept. 30. https://bit.ly/4eIJDlV

Data Center Sept. 18, 1:30–5:00 p.m. Registration Cost: Free (Cost covered by an NSF grant) Learn more about this emerging high-wage and high-demand industry and educator strategies to raise awareness and engage students in the data center career pathway. Kick-start your event experience with this and additional pre- and post-conference opportunities at ACTE’s Postsecondary CTE Summit, happening Sept. 18–20 at voco Chicago Downtown in Chicago, Illinois. https://bit.ly/3yRgUZh