ACTE's 2024 National Work-Based Learning Conference: Full Schedule

Welcome to ACTE’s 2024 National Work-Based Learning Conference!

11:00am CDT

Registration Open (Tours & Pre-conference)

Wednesday May 1, 2024 11:00am - 1:00pm CDT
Hilton Milwaukee City Center - Foyer | Prefunction Space 509 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, USA

Registration

1:00pm CDT

Pre-Conference Tour: GPS Education Partners with Komatsu and Lakeside Manufacturing (Additional Fee Required)

GPS Education Partners with Komatsu and Lakeside Engineering Tour
May 1, 1:00–4:00 p.m.
Cost: $50

Join us for this interactive, multi-stop tour to learn how GPS Education Partners (GPS Ed) is serving high school students who are hungry for the world of work but ambivalent about their secondary education. GPS Ed’s immersive education center and youth apprenticeship program engages students through a curriculum designed for immediate application in the “real world” with industry recognized credentials and more than 1,000 hours of work-based learning experience. This pre-conference event will provide participants with:

A tour of an education center
The opportunity to speak with current students, alumni, business leaders and partners and GPS Ed staff on the impact of the program
A tour of two modern manufacturing plants where students experience the real world of work while being trained/coached/mentored by caring adults that are investing in the next generation workforce

Timeline and Logistics:
1:00pm

Participants board busses at conference hotel
Bus A goes to Lakeside Manufacturing @ 4900 W. Electric Ave., West Milwaukee, WI
Bus B goes to Komatsu’s new Milwaukee (Harbor District) facility @ 401 E. Greenfield Ave, Milwaukee, WI

1:15pm
Bus A arrives at Lakeside Manufacturing; participants are escorted into the cafeteria

Participants hear from staff, students/alumni, and Lakeside representatives
Q&A
Student/alumni led tours including of the education center and the plant floor

Bus B arrives at Komatsu, participants are welcomed in large main lobby area and outfitted
with audio and safety equipment for the tour

Participants hear from students/alumni/parents including Joe (GPS Ed Class of 2002 and Supervisor at Komatsu) the impact GPS Ed has had on him and students he mentors; they also hear from a current GPS Ed student’s dad (VP of MFG at Komatsu) why the model appealed to him as a father
Participants tour Komatsu facility (via “catwalk”) and hear how students are engaged in training opportunities, not just employment opportunities and why Komatsu values GPS Ed training + education model
Participants explore the Komatsu experiential zones/areas in the main lobby area

2:15pm
Participants at both locations board busses to swap locations/experiences
2:30pm

Bus A arrives at Komatsu and bus B arrives at Lakeside Manufacturing
Same format as above

3:30pm
Participants at each location are provided GPS Ed swag and a closing message
3:45pm
Participants board busses to return to hotel
4:00pm
Participants arrive back to conference hotel

Wednesday May 1, 2024 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Hilton Milwaukee City Center 509 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Pre-Conference Activity

1:00pm CDT

Pre-Conference Tour: Waukesha County Business Alliance (Additional Fee Required)

Waukesha County Business Alliance Tour
May 1, 1:00–4:00 p.m.
Cost: $50 (Tour limited to 80 attendees)

Join us for this tour featuring career paths, salaries and the education required to succeed in today’s manufacturing environment. Schools2Skills was created by the Waukesha County Business Alliance in 2011, making it the state’s best practice for talent pipeline programming. This program offers students, parents and educators the opportunity to learn about manufacturing careers available in Waukesha County and the region. Transportation and equipment are provided. All attendees must wear closed-toed shoes, and we encourage long pants.

Timeline & Logistics
12:45pm Bus arrives at Baird Center, Downtown Milwaukee
1:00pm - 1:10pm Load bus
1:10pm - 1:45pm Travel to WCTC
1:45pm Bus arrives at WCTC
1:45pm - 2:30pm Light refreshments and Tour of WCTC
2:30pm - 2:35pm Load bus
2:35pm - 2:45pm Travel to Husco
2:45pm - 3:30pm Tour of Husco
3:30pm - 3:30pm Load Bus
3:35pm - 4:10pm Travel back to Hilton, Downtown Milwaukee
4:10pm – 4:15pm Bus arrives at Hilton, Downtown Milwaukee / Unload

Wednesday May 1, 2024 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Baird Center 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Pre-Conference Activity

1:00pm CDT

Pre-Conference Workshop: Designing and Delivering Equity-Minded Work-Based Learning Programs at the Post-Secondary and Secondary Level (Additional Fee Required)

Designing and Delivering Equity-Minded Work-Based Learning Programs at the Post-Secondary and Secondary Level
Presenter: John A. Vasquez, Ph.D., M.H.S.A
Date: May 1st 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Cost: $150

Have you ever returned from a conference and wondered, “what’s next?” In this workshop, we will review ways to understand student development, particularly among under-represented, to help you create or update equity-minded work-based learning (WBL) programs at secondary and two- and four-year institutions. Topics will include delivery methods and pedagogy, administration of programs, and assessment of learning, as well as a review of resources available to enhance your campus programs. Participants will use work group dialogues to help them develop an action plan to share specific challenges and solutions in designing WBL programs.

Wednesday May 1, 2024 1:00pm - 4:30pm CDT
Hilton Milwaukee City Center - Juneau Room 509 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, USA

Pre-Conference Activity

3:30pm CDT

WBL 101 (First-Timers Session)

Welcome first-time attendees! Join us to learn how to make the most of your first WBL Conference experience.

Wednesday May 1, 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Hilton Milwaukee City Center - Kilbourn Room 509 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, USA

Plenary Session

4:00pm CDT

Registration Open

Wednesday May 1, 2024 4:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Hilton Milwaukee City Center - Foyer | Prefunction Space 509 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203, USA

Registration

4:30pm CDT

Welcome Reception

Exhibitors

Eduready360

Eduready360 is a software company devoted to providing innovative solutions for Career & Technical Education and Work-Based Learning.

Sponsors

Eduready360

Eduready360 is a software company devoted to providing innovative solutions for Career & Technical Education and Work-Based Learning.

Wednesday May 1, 2024 4:30pm - 6:30pm CDT
Hilton Milwaukee City Center - Crystal Ballroom

Meals and Receptions

7:30am CDT

Registration Open

Thursday May 2, 2024 7:30am - 4:00pm CDT
Grand Ballroom A/B Foyer 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Registration

8:00am CDT

Thursday Breakfast

Thursday May 2, 2024 8:00am - 8:45am CDT
Grand Ballroom A/B 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Meals and Receptions

8:00am CDT

Exhibits Open

Thursday May 2, 2024 8:00am - 5:30pm CDT
Grand Ballroom A/B 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Exhibits

9:00am CDT

Opening General Session

Keynote Speaker
Kevin Paul Scott has traveled to six continents and spoken to leaders from more than 100 countries. Kevin co-founded the leadership consultancy ADDO (which is Latin for Inspire). In addition to serving businesses and brands, ADDO has partnered to inspire students, equip educators, and impact schools across America. ADDO developed the national Chick-fil-A Leader Academy program, currently in more than 1,000 schools in 43 states. Additionally, ADDO created the Baltimore Ravens Leadership Institute, which serves elementary schools with an innovative character education program. Kevin is passionate about investing in educators. Over the last several years, Kevin has spoken to and consulted with several school districts, as well as at national educator conferences and associations.

Exhibitors

ADDO Worldwide

Co-Founder, ADDO

Kevin Paul Scott is an author and entrepreneur who has spoken on six continents and to leaders from more than 100 countries. Kevin co-founded both ADDO Worldwide and the ADDO Institute. ADDO Worldwide is a brand + experience consultancy which helps businesses and brands ideate and... Read More →

Xello

Silver, XELLO

Xello is an engaging, online program that helps K-12 students define their future goals and transform their aspirations into actionable plans for success. It helps them build self-knowledge, explore their options, create a plan, and develop the skills needed to thrive in the world... Read More →

Sponsors

Xello

Silver, XELLO

Thursday May 2, 2024 9:00am - 10:30am CDT
Grand Ballroom C/D 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Plenary Session

10:30am CDT

Dedicated Exhibit Time & Coffee Break

Sponsors

SchooLinks

Thursday May 2, 2024 10:30am - 10:55am CDT
Grand Ballroom A/B 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Exhibits

11:00am CDT

A Nationally-Recognized Partnership: Work-Based Learning, Industry Partners, & Post-secondary Institutions

Do you want the partnership blueprint for the 2023 ACTE National Business Partner of the Year? Attend this session for a comprehensive overview of the nationally recognized partnership from Georgia between Lowndes High School and Ace Electric. The presentation will cover everything about the partnership's construction, from its genesis to its launch and continued operation. Learn how this model was designed from scratch by the current Georgia ACTE Teacher of the Year (2023) to serve the local school, business partner, post-secondary institution, and state Department of Labor and build the local workforce, industries, and economy. Most importantly, this model has proven successful in serving our students, who were able to concurrently earn credit in High School, College, on the job, and with the Georgia Department of Labor as registered apprentices!

This program model is designed to be easily replicated by other schools, companies, and their partners. Proof of concept has been established with the inaugural company and other businesses using this model. All presentation resources will be provided to attendees of this session free of charge!

Speakers

Jason Van Nus

Director of Work-Based Learning and Youth Apprenticeship Programs, Lowndes County Schools

Jason Van Nus, Georgia's 2023 ACTE Teacher of the Year, is the Director of Work-Based Learning (WBL) and Youth Apprenticeship (YA) Programs for Lowndes County Schools and is passionate about working with students, employers, and industry partners toward robust workforce and economic... Read More →

A Winning Partnership Work Based Learning, Industry Partners, Post secondary Institutions (1) pdf

Thursday May 2, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
S102 AB 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

11:00am CDT

Building Smarter Families and Communities Around Work-Based Learning

Work-based learning programs like internships, apprenticeships, and career exploration give high school students invaluable opportunities to develop real-world skills and connect classroom learning to future careers. However, many families and community members remain unaware of these programs or how to access them.

In this interactive session, participants will learn strategies for spreading awareness and excitement around work-based learning opportunities at the grassroots level. We’ll share ideas for educating parents, engaging community leaders, and leveraging local businesses to become champions and partners in building high-quality work-based learning programs. Participants will leave with a set of tools and actionable next steps for getting families and communities “work-based learning smart."

Speakers

Shawnee Caruthers

Vice-President of Advocacy, Getting Smart

Thursday May 2, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
S103 AB 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

11:00am CDT

Empowering Organizations through Dynamic Workplace Learning: A Strategic Approach

In the rapidly evolving landscape of contemporary workplaces and career education providers, the need for innovative partnerships for students to learn hands-on experiences in an employment setting has become paramount. This presentation delves into the transformative power of workplace learning as a strategic tool for business growth while continuously improving employee development. This presentation will explore the initiatives for employment partners through apprenticeships, pre-apprenticeships, short-term training, or integrated educational training (commonly used in adult education programs).

Speakers

Jeff Arnott

Lot 12 Education

Thursday May 2, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
S103 C 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

11:00am CDT

Get to Know ACTE's Work-Based Learning Division - State Workforce Leaders

Description TBA

Speakers

Tony May

Education Specialist, Alabama Department of Education

Thursday May 2, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
S103 D 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

11:00am CDT

Interpreters in Training Program: Building Community, Capacity and Career-Readiness

Short on trained interpreters and translators in your area? Looking for opportunities for multilingual students to use their gifts in authentic and meaningful ways?

Try building your own Interpreters in Training Program where your multilingual high school students can support their schools, families and communities in meaningful ways while engaging in meaningful work-based learning. In this session, we will present how Albemarle County Publics schools built and piloted our Interpreters in Training Program in 2022-2023, and have continued to group the program. We will preview our next steps, including securing funding, supporting transportation, and expanding the program through community partnerships.

We will cover our recruitment and application process, interpreter development, and our successes and challenges.

Speakers

Amber Roberts

Work and Community-Based Learning Coordinator, Albemarle County Public Schools

Lauren MacLean

Asst. Dir. of World Language and EL, Virginia

Thursday May 2, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
S102 C 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

11:00am CDT

Strategies for Strengthening Employer Support for Youth Apprenticeships

Employers are facing a labor shortage and often describe a lack of applicants or applicants that lack the necessary skills required for their vacant positions. Too often, apprenticeships are equated with the skilled trades. Managed by ICF and funded by the US Department of Labor, the Cybersecurity Youth Apprenticeship Initiative (CYAI) was created to dispel that notion and introduce communities to a learn-while-you-earn model. Join this interactive session to share tips to make your case for youth apprentices to employers. Topics will include the compelling need for youth apprenticeships, tips for creating strong messaging, developing the value proposition of RAPs that resonates with employers, and conducting engaging employer information convenings.

Speakers

Bridget Brown

Mary Roberto

Thursday May 2, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
S101 C 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

11:00am CDT

Work-based Learning Relationship Management Systems and Structures to Increase Scale and Capacity

Are you ready to move beyond Excel and Google Spreadsheets to track student and business participation in your work-based learning programs? This session will focus on structures and relationship management tools that have helped Workplace Learning Connection at Kirkwood Community College scale its capacity to provide WBL experiences to over 30,000 6th - 12th grade students across 32 school districts. These systems include staffing structures, student and business participation tracking, reporting tools, and communication tools to streamline services and create efficiencies for both schools and businesses. Participants will have the opportunity to walk through our home grown relationship management system that continues to increase our capacity in a sustainable way.

Speakers

Kristine Bullock

Director, Workplace Learning Connection, Kirkwood Community College

I am the Director of Workplace Learning Connection at Kirkwood Community College. We are a regional intermediary providing WBL experiences to over 30,000 across 32 school districts in our seven county region. We provide a full spectrum of experiences including classroom speakers... Read More →

Thursday May 2, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
S102 DE 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

11:00am CDT

A Place for Every Student: What it Means to Have a Truly Accessible Work-Based Learning Program

Every student, all pathways, all abilities. That is the trifecta of a truly inclusive WBL program. In discussion with Jenny Berry from Indianapolis Public Schools, discover how Xello is working toward the ultimate vision to make collaboration and coordination easy by creating a work-based learning management program that caters to both in-person and virtual opportunities—equally engaging students wherever they may be. We’ll share how a truly accessible WBL program is one that is highly scalable, positively impacts the largest number of users, and ultimately increases student engagement.

Speakers

Jenny Berry

CTE Pathway Director, IPS

Chris Olford

Xello

Exhibitors

Xello

Silver, XELLO

Sponsors

Xello

Silver, XELLO

Thursday May 2, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
S101 DE 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Sponsored Concurrent Session

11:00am CDT

Partnering with Purpose and Intentionality

Successful and sustainable partnerships with businesses who support work-based learning can be hard to achieve. Often these agreements are transactional at best as we ask our local businesses to “take a student” for a work-based learning opportunity. Director(s) of Partnership Development from GPS Education Partners (GPS Ed) draw upon their experience building hundreds of successful partnerships and share best practices for creating lasting partnerships with shared understanding, vision, and values. Local GPS Ed business partners will also be in attendance to speak to best practices.

Speakers

Jeff Ziegler

Director of Partnership Development, GPS Education Partners

Let's talk: Developing client solutions for employers, schools and communities.

Russell Martiny

Business Development Director, GPS Education Partners

Exhibitors

GPS Education Partners

Work-based Learning Intermediary, GPS Education Partners

Talk with us about your struggles with and hopes for work-based learning. We have more than 24 years of experience running and helping others build and manage work-based learning programs.GPS Ed is a 501c3 nonprofit organization, providing industry-leading, credentialed work-based... Read More →

Sponsors

GPS Education Partners

Work-based Learning Intermediary, GPS Education Partners

Thursday May 2, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
S101 AB 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Sponsored Concurrent Session

12:00pm CDT

Thursday Lunch

Exhibitors

Kelli Lancaster

Business Development Coordinator, Microburst Learning

Kelli Lancaster has been involved with Career and Technology education for 32 years. She was a media broadcasting instructor for 21 years before taking the role of the Work-Based Learning Coordinator with the Anderson 1 & 2 Career & Technology Center in Williamston, SC. Kelli implemented... Read More →

Sponsors

Kelli Lancaster

Business Development Coordinator, Microburst Learning

Thursday May 2, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
Grand Ballroom C/D 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Meals and Receptions

1:10pm CDT

Building employer confidence to overcome safety and insurance issues.

Our goal to provide students with more sustained work experience opportunities is often complicated when employers express concerns related to liability and insurance. We all want to provide safe experiences for students while ensuring employers that they will be protected in case of an accident or injury. Please join me as we discuss the benefits of partnering with state agencies such as Job Services, the Department of Labor, and the Department of Workforce Safety and Insurance. Learn more about the hazardous exemptions for student-learners and various options available to employers who become involved in WBL.

Speakers

Dawn Ulmer

Thursday May 2, 2024 1:10pm - 2:00pm CDT
S102 DE 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

1:10pm CDT

Building Smarter Families and Communities Around Work-Based Learning

Speakers

Shawnee Caruthers

Vice-President of Advocacy, Getting Smart

Thursday May 2, 2024 1:10pm - 2:00pm CDT
S103 AB 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

1:10pm CDT

Career Exposure in the K-8 Classroom

Learn how you can create systemic change by embedding career exposure and exploration in the K-8 classroom. In this presentation, you will learn how one Missouri district has been able to embed intentional, authentic, and impactful practices into the K-8 student experience. This effort is transforming teaching and learning through best practices to not only better prepare students for their future but also rekindle teacher excitement.

Speakers

Shannan Booth

Director of Career Education, Lee's Summit R-VII

Kimberly Sterne

Career Navigator, Lees Summit R7 Schools

Dr. Jonathan M. Hart

Lee's Summit R7 School District

Mrs. Emily Hobbs

ACTE WBL Career Exposure in the K 8 Classroom pdf

Thursday May 2, 2024 1:10pm - 2:00pm CDT
S103 C 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

1:10pm CDT

Don’t Just Talk Partnerships and Pathways….Build Them!

Upper Valley Career Center has a long-established, clearly structured, work-based learning program which has expanded to include youth (pre) apprenticeships. Students pursue career pathways of interest and are aligned to employers and apprenticeship providers who offer mentoring and support related instruction. This session will explore innovative ideas to provide for recruitment of students, pay, and other traditional barriers, as well as strategies for recruitment of businesses and local support. Learn how UVCC has built pipelines to meet local workforce development needs, including a grow-our-own program to meet industries workforce shortage. Tips will be shared on how to involve business partners to grow your program to benefit their workforce needs.

Speakers

Tony Trapp

Apprenticeship Coordinator, Upper Valley Career Center

Connecting business & industry to young, skilled and talented workforce. Career technical education works, and so do our students!Tony has been at UVCC since 2002 with several roles since his start. In 2012, Tony transitioned to the district Pre-Apprenticeship Coordinator where he... Read More →

Thursday May 2, 2024 1:10pm - 2:00pm CDT
S102 AB 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

1:10pm CDT

Get to Know ACTE's Work-Based Learning Division - Postsecondary Education

Description TBA

Speakers

Jim Egenrieder

Engineering and Education Research Faculty and Director, VA Tech College of Engineering

Thursday May 2, 2024 1:10pm - 2:00pm CDT
S103 D 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

1:10pm CDT

Partnerships & Summer Career Academies: Scaling Out-of-School Time WBL Opportunities for High School Students

Summer career academies are an option beyond high school internships for district's to engage a large number of students in career development, project-based and experiential learning through business and community partnerships. Aligning these cohorts with your dedicated industry clusters can also help to build a pipeline for participation in school year CTE pathway programs.

Speakers

Monica Schultz

Senior Manager, Denver Public Schools- Career and College Success

Monica Schultz is a youth development expert with twenty-six years of experience working with urban youth, youth with disabilities, ex-offenders and youth experiencing homelessness. Since 2007, Monica has worked for Denver Public Schools (DPS), developing and managing work-based learning... Read More →

Charlene West

Mary Kay Mauro

External Partnerships Specialist, Denver Public Schools - Career and College Success

Alex Turnacliff

External Partnership Specialist, Career Development Team, Denver Public Schools

Industry engagement for K-12 Work-based Learning initiatives.

Thursday May 2, 2024 1:10pm - 2:00pm CDT
S101 AB 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

1:10pm CDT

The “Handshake Approach” to Education & Business Partnerships

Get ready to ditch the formalities and dive into the exciting world of education-business partnerships with our "Handshake Approach." This session is all about shaking up traditional collaborations to create vibrant, dynamic connections between schools and companies. We'll share real-life success stories and insider tips to help you build relationships that make education more relevant and students job-ready. Whether you're an educator, administrator, or a business person, this session will be your guide to making partnerships that benefit everyone involved. As a certified economic development professional embedded in education, Nate has the expertise and experience in bridging these worlds to create opportunities in communities of all sizes.

Speakers

Nate Clayberg

Business and Industry Director, CAPS Network

An Economic Developer embedded within the CAPS Network working to make an impact on our future workforce through authentic business & education partnerships.I welcome conversations on business networking, school and business partnerships, college and career navigation and other related... Read More →

ACTE 24 Handshake Approach pptx

Thursday May 2, 2024 1:10pm - 2:00pm CDT
S101 C 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

1:10pm CDT

Building Work Ethic in the AI-Age: 5 Strategies to Develop Essential Soft Skills

Artificial Intelligence is and will continue to change the workplace as we know it. Millions of jobs are being lost as others have been radically transformed. While technical skills are still important, the biggest concern employers have are the diminishing soft skills of the emerging workforce. Nearly 9 out of 10 hiring managers in the U.S. report that the lack of these soft skills are THE most important factor in their hiring, and yet less than 20% of today’s employees demonstrate these crucial work ethic behaviors on a consistent basis. Even more alarming is that most, if not all, of an employee’s on-the-job training is focused on their technical skills. But there is a viable solution to the growing work ethic gap that can improve the employment outcomes for our students. Learn how you can be intentional about developing these critical skills in your work-based learning program!

Speakers

Josh Davies

Exhibitors

Aztec

Sponsors

Aztec

Thursday May 2, 2024 1:10pm - 2:00pm CDT
S102 C 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Sponsored Concurrent Session

1:10pm CDT

Learning by Doing - Career Exploration with Augmented/Virtual Reality

Discover how districts across the southwest are motivating CTE students through creative approaches that include augmented and virtual reality. Learn how many elementary, middle, and high school students are exploring careers in STEM, Health Science, Advanced Manufacturing, Agri-Science, and Transportation pathways and preparing for industry credentials before even stopping foot in a lab or workshop!

Speakers

zSpace

Exhibitors

zSpace

Sponsors

zSpace

Thursday May 2, 2024 1:10pm - 2:00pm CDT
S101 DE 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Sponsored Concurrent Session

2:10pm CDT

Empowering Organizations through Dynamic Workplace Learning: A Strategic Approach

Speakers

Jeff Arnott

Lot 12 Education

Thursday May 2, 2024 2:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
S102 AB 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

2:10pm CDT

Exploring Employer Engagement Opportunities Along the WBL Continuum

Come learn about employer engagement opportunities along the WBL continuum. From guest speaking to internships (and everything in between), employers can enhance learning opportunities for students. Learn about the various ways that industry partners can provide career awareness, career exploration, and career development experiences for our students. In addition, this session will outline the strategies, wins, and challenges of Community Unit School District 300’s journey to expand and enhance WBL opportunities for its 21,000 K-12 students in varying urban and rural settings of the Chicago suburbs.

Speakers

Benjamin Owen

CUSD 300

Thursday May 2, 2024 2:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
S103 C 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

2:10pm CDT

From Externships to STEM BEST: Scaling Business+Education Partnerships

How do we support and develop a network of WBL opportunities for educators so it becomes how they teach and not what they teach?

The STEM Teacher Externship Program has been the gateway to developing this culture in Iowa. Since 2009 over 800 STEM teacher externships have occurred. Learn how teachers become integrated into business for a 6 week summer experience. This school + business partnership then influences the curricular opportunities that educators brings back to the classroom. In order to give students the opportunity to learn directly from and interact with community partners, education + business partnerships can be scaled through a STEM BEST (Businesses Engaging Students & Teachers) Program award. With over 100 STEM BEST models across the state, students are developing high demand skills in that engages local connections to create authentic learning opportunities for their success.

Come learn how to scale or create school + business partnerships in your area!

Speakers

Tanya Hunt

STEM BEST Program Coordinator, Iowa STEM

Ann Gritzner

STEM Teacher Externships Program Coordinator, Iowa STEM

Thursday May 2, 2024 2:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
S101 C 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

2:10pm CDT

Get to Know ACTE's Work-Based Learning Division - WBL Educators

Description TBA

Speakers

Dawn Ulmer

Thursday May 2, 2024 2:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
S103 D 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

2:10pm CDT

More Than Just a Pretty Picture: Data Storytelling for Program Sustainability

Data collection and tracking is an important part of any WBL program. How can you make sure you are using your data to ensure the sustainability of your program? Enter data storytelling. More than just graphs and numbers, data storytelling combines narrative, data, and visualizations to communicate insights in a way that is clear and memorable for your audiences. Join this session for an introduction to data storytelling and how you can use it to increase awareness, support, and buy-in for your program.

Speakers

Katherine Kempe

Senior Director, Stakeholder Engagement, Kaptivate, LLC

Supporting the Career Z Challenge. An open innovation prize competition seeking creative solutions to expand high school student access to high quality work-based learning opportunities.

Jenn Stein

More Than Just a Pretty Picture Data Storytelling for Program Sustainability ACTE WBL May 2 2024 FINAL pptx

Thursday May 2, 2024 2:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
S103 AB 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

2:10pm CDT

Partnerships & Summer Career Academies: Scaling Out-of-School Time WBL Opportunities for High School Students

Speakers

Charlene West

Monica Schultz

Senior Manager, Denver Public Schools- Career and College Success

Mary Kay Mauro

External Partnerships Specialist, Denver Public Schools - Career and College Success

Alex Turnacliff

External Partnership Specialist, Career Development Team, Denver Public Schools

Industry engagement for K-12 Work-based Learning initiatives.

Thursday May 2, 2024 2:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
S101 AB 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

2:10pm CDT

Transforming Classrooms into Career Launchpads

Are you ready to revolutionize the way you prepare students for their work-based learning internships? Join this engaging and informative presentation, where we'll demystify the process of answering the question, "What do I teach so students are prepared for their internship?" This session will explore a comprehensive approach to empowering students for success in their internships. With a focus on innovative lesson plans and teaching techniques to engage your students, this session will provide attendees with meaningful approaches and content to successfully prepare students for internship success.

Speakers

Mindi Heitland

School-to-Work Coordinator, Waukee Schools

Mindi is an adjunct instructor for the University of Northern Iowa teaching the Implementation of Work-Based Learning course. She is in her 13th year as the School-to-Work Coordinator for Waukee Schools and has served as the president of the Iowa Work-Based Learning organization... Read More →

Thursday May 2, 2024 2:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
S102 DE 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

2:10pm CDT

Managing WBL Experiences More Effectively Using Jobready WBL

Whether you are new to work-based learning or a veteran WBL coordinator, Jobready WBL is the only management tool built specifically for EVERYTHING that you do. Discover how Jobready WBL can help you more effectively manage ALL aspects of work-based learning. This unique and innovative software allows you to digitize forms, manage employer partnerships, track employer visits, create career plans, track student participation in events, and much more. Students are also able to upload pay stubs, generate work logs (timesheets), and apply for WBL opportunities posted by business partners. This is truly just the beginning. To fully grasp the truly all-encompassing capabilities of this application, you need to attend this session.

Exhibitors

Eduready360

Eduready360 is a software company devoted to providing innovative solutions for Career & Technical Education and Work-Based Learning.

Sponsors

Eduready360

Eduready360 is a software company devoted to providing innovative solutions for Career & Technical Education and Work-Based Learning.

Thursday May 2, 2024 2:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
S102 C 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Sponsored Concurrent Session

2:10pm CDT

Pathful: Creating Equity with Virtual Work-Based Learning

Work-based learning experiences are increasingly prevalent in state requirements, and a crucial part of student Workforce Readiness. In today’s world, a virtual option is a necessary part of any WBL initiative to ensure equity across all learners. From the impact of geographic location on access to industries to transportation barriers, offering virtual WBL opportunities expands access to experiences to all students. In this session, you'll discover how districts, both large
and small, all across the country are scaling virtual WBL throughout their district to promote equitable participation and remove barriers related to geography, resources, and access. We'll present proven strategies that you can implement
immediately.
Takeaways:
● How to use technology to facilitate virtual WBL experiences, including 6 week
industry-led projects
● How school districts are using Pathful to create equity in WBL with virtual
options
● How Pathful’s network of professionals and WBL sourcing team saves districts
time and resources

Sponsors

Pathful

Pathful is a workforce readiness system that meets work-based learning, college and career exploration, and employability skills requirements in one platfrom.

Thursday May 2, 2024 2:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
Grand Ballroom C/D 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Sponsored Concurrent Session

2:10pm CDT

Students, Social Media and Soft Skills

How many texts have you sent today? Do you scroll through social media first thing in the morning or check to see how many people have liked your post? Social media is a part of our daily society. Ensure your students understand the pros and pitfalls of electronic communication! Our interactive session focuses on 3 game changing tips for students to know how to effectively communicate with others, to understand possible consequences of posting, and to prevent negative outcomes that can occur through electronic communication. Participate in hands-on activities that build employability skills, focus on communication and preparing students for the workplace. (YES! Take these activities back to your classroom)!

Speakers

Kelli Lancaster

Exhibitors

Kelli Lancaster

Business Development Coordinator, Microburst Learning

Sponsors

Kelli Lancaster

Business Development Coordinator, Microburst Learning

Thursday May 2, 2024 2:10pm - 3:00pm CDT
S101 DE 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Sponsored Concurrent Session

3:00pm CDT

Soda Break

Sponsors

InPlace Software

Thursday May 2, 2024 3:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Grand Ballroom A/B 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Meals and Receptions

3:30pm CDT

Student Panel Discussion

Thursday May 2, 2024 3:30pm - 4:15pm CDT
Grand Ballroom C/D 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Plenary Session

4:15pm CDT

EXPO Happy Hour

Sponsors

iCEV

Thursday May 2, 2024 4:15pm - 5:15pm CDT
Grand Ballroom A/B 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Meals and Receptions

7:30am CDT

Friday Breakfast

Sponsors

Ace Electric, Inc.

Friday May 3, 2024 7:30am - 8:30am CDT
Grand Ballroom A/B 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Meals and Receptions

7:30am CDT

Registration Open

Friday May 3, 2024 7:30am - 8:30am CDT
Grand Ballroom A/B Foyer 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Registration

8:00am CDT

Community-Driven Learning: A Statewide Work-Based Learning Initiative

In this session, we will delve into the power of a statewide network focused on collaboration and connection among communities in enhancing work-based learning programs and ultimately improving the student experience. We'll begin by offering an overview of the Illinois Work-Based Learning Innovation Network (I-WIN), which serves as a blueprint for other states seeking to unite school districts, employers, and community colleges through regular communities of practice. These communities of practice aim to collectively explore innovative models that can be harnessed to expand and enhance high-quality work-based learning opportunities.

I-WIN communities of practice are primarily facilitated by an Illinois community, where they share best practices, exchange valuable insights, and provide access to a rich repository of resources. What makes I-WIN unique is its commitment to diversity, with facilitated sessions representing various demographics, including geographic, racial, and socioeconomic factors. I-WIN prioritizes models that promote broader and more equitable access for all students.

Beyond discussing community work-based learning models, I-WIN members engage in conversations about overcoming barriers and challenges in work-based learning, such as transportation issues, scheduling conflicts, and developing employer partnerships.

In addition to these communities of practice, I-WIN maintains a continuously evolving resource hub that reflects the best practices and models shared by participating communities. The goal is to both inspire the design process and ease the burden on other communities by providing ready-made resources and avoiding the need to reinvent the wheel.

I-WIN had its beginnings as an unfunded initiative in October 2020, initially addressing the needs of Illinois communities navigating remote learning while still wanting to offer work-based learning opportunities to students. Since then, it has grown into a significant initiative supported by multiple funding sources. I-WIN funding has included subgrants to communities to pilot virtual team-based projects and multi-generational career exploration experiences.

In this session, we aspire to offer a dynamic exploration of innovation in work-based learning. Our focus is on promoting equity, fostering collaboration, and influencing policy changes within the Illinois education landscape. Join us as we uncover the potential for transformation in work-based learning and the positive impact it can have on students and communities.

Speakers

Heather Penczak

Director of Innovation and Implementation, Education Systems Center

Heather has focused much of her career on ensuring students of Chicago Public Schools, in traditional and alternative high school settings, have the work development training and internship experiences necessary to succeed in college and professional settings. Heather leads the Illinois... Read More →

Friday May 3, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
S101 AB 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

8:00am CDT

Get to Know ACTE's Work-Based Learning Division - K-12 Continuum

Description TBA

Speakers

Bill Petsche

Friday May 3, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
S103 D 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

8:00am CDT

Growing Social Capital for ALL students

Who you know makes a bigger impact than what you know in the world of work, so we are utilizing relationships with mentors, businesses, and community partners to connect students with meaningful pathways to careers. While Harrison School District #2 serves one of the most diverse student populations in Colorado Springs, we are responding to barriers such as communication in several languages, cultural and familial expectations, state-level transportation guidelines that create inequity, teacher and bus driver shortages, inclusive practices for students accessing special education services, rewriting our school culture narrative, and challenging the status quo of career-connected learning. Through internships, site visits, job shadowing, and other WBL experiences, students gain valuable social capital by networking with school alumni, local businesses, and community partners.

Speakers

Ashley Sportel

Career-Connected Learning Coordinator, Harrison School District #2

Friday May 3, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
S102 DE 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

8:00am CDT

How AI, mentoring technologies, and other program innovations increase WBL participants’ readiness and success, mentors’ engagement, and employers’ ROI.

The Virginia Tech College of Engineering’s Center for Enhancement of Engineering Diversity and CareerGateway.io secondary/post-secondary partnership leverages emerging technologies and advanced mentoring to support students from 5th to 12th grade and their teachers, mentors, and employers in technical career and college exploration. We provide resources and training in durable skills and other workplace readiness skills to meet the evolving needs of students in their first workplace exposures, whether in-person or virtual. With training in AI and other education technology skills, participants are prepared for functional roles in their host organizations. Our scalable, replicable coordination helps WBL administrators, hosts, and mentors navigate common challenges in supporting early career experiences.

Speakers

Jim Egenrieder

Engineering and Education Research Faculty and Director, VA Tech College of Engineering

MaiLinh Ho

WBL Manager & Instructor / Co-founder & CPO, Virginia Tech / Gateway

MaiLinh is the Co-founder and Chief Product Officer of Gateway, where students explore high-growth careers and prepare for college through internships and mentorship. MaiLinh is a social entrepreneur and Babson College graduate with a mission to help young leaders unlock their greatest... Read More →

HanhLinh Ho

Co-founder and CEO of Gateway, WBL Instructor and Associate Director of InventionEd at Virginia Tech, Virginia Tech and Gateway

HanhLinh is the Co-founder and CEO of Gateway, where students explore high-growth careers, gain workplace readiness skills, and prepare for college through externships, internships, and mentorship. Additionally, she serves as the Associate Director for Invent Virginia/Invention D.C... Read More →

Friday May 3, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
S103 AB 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

8:00am CDT

Pathways to Partnerships

As we optimistically embrace the future in Northern Nevada, Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) is providing excellent training for jobseekers and workers alike that need to learn advanced skills in an evolving business world. TMCC is proud to provide numerous pathways for partnership with existing, new and emerging industries in our region as they stimulate economic growth and yield a plethora of opportunities for the community and our students. This session will cover the ways in which we engage our employer partners through upskilling, customized training, apprenticeships, internships, online job board, career fairs, advisory boards and corporate giving. It will provide participants with practical steps that they can take to develop meaningful employer partnerships & achieve a win-win for both their academic institution and business/industry alike.

Speakers

Kyle Cassinelli

Assistant Director of CTE Programs, Truckee Meadows Community College

Amber Burroughs

Associate Director of Workforce Development, Truckee Meadows Community College

Friday May 3, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
S101 C 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

8:00am CDT

Pooling Resources for Progress: How Collaborative Efforts Can Transform Education

In a rapidly evolving world, education is the cornerstone of progress and societal development. However, the challenges facing the education sector are immense and multifaceted. To address these challenges effectively, it's imperative to explore innovative approaches and foster collaboration among stakeholders.

Our presentation, "Pooling Resources for Progress: How Collaborative Efforts Can Transform Education," delves into the powerful impact of collaborative efforts in reshaping education. This enlightening session will examine the crucial role that partnerships, shared resources, and collective endeavors play in driving meaningful change across educational landscapes.

Speakers

Jim Michlig

Dustin Lehman

Friday May 3, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
S102 C 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

8:00am CDT

Selling and Recruiting in Work-Based Learning

In this session, we will share some simple and immediately applicable techniques to help the WBL practitioner develop their skills as a salesperson and recruiter to grow their program and employer book, thus better serving their students. The strategies will be effective for WBL/YAP programs in both rural and metro areas. Participants will leave with a toolkit and tangible resources that will give them the skills and processes they need to garner more support for their programs.

Speakers

Steve Casa

ASST PRINCIPAL CAREER & TECHNICAL ED, Ulster BOCES

Jason Van Nus

Director of Work-Based Learning and Youth Apprenticeship Programs, Lowndes County Schools

Selling and Recruiting in Work Based Learning (1) pdf

Friday May 3, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
S102 AB 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

8:00am CDT

Transformational WBL: Inclusive Strategies for Exceptional Experiences

Quality work-based learning has the ability to positively change student lives. Students with disabilities should have the access to quality work-based learning experiences that elevate their skills and align with their career interests. Research-based strategies, practical application and real examples will be shared to support, advocate and advance quality work-based learning experiences for students with disabilities. Attendees will leave this session with tangible steps and strategies to advance exceptional work-based learning experiences for students with disabilities.

*Free resources provided.
**Although the session will focus on supporting students with disabilities, the strategies shared are applicable in advancing participation in underrepresented populations in work-based learning programs.

Speakers

Kristy Volesky

CEO and Owner, Volesky Consulting

Kristy Volesky is an educational advocate who ambitiously supports students, teachers, schools and colleges. With a passion for collaboration, Kristy has always sought ways to streamline programs and initiatives with key business and community leaders to efficiently address challenges... Read More →

WBL Inclusive Strategies for Exceptional Experiences pdf

Planning worksheet for WBL png

2024 Internship Workshops png

Advancing Sustainable Work Based Learning pdf

Friday May 3, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
S103 C 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

8:00am CDT

Managing and scaling work-based learning opportunities with Grouptrail

Grouptrail's best practices and trends with managing and scaling work-based learning opportunities through student self-registration, sign up, and attendance tracking examples for guest speakers, job shadows, and internships for equity impact, plus a major announcement about a new free resource to find employers ready to provide career connected learning to students!

Speakers

Justin Yuen

CEO, Grouptrail

Come to my Managing and scaling WBL opportunities with Grouptrail session! Join us in S101 DE from 8:00 to 8:50 am on Friday, May 3rd to hear about Grouptrail’s best practices and trends with managing and scaling work-based learning opportunities through student self-registration, sign up, and attendance tracking examples for guest speakers, job shadows... Read More →

Ariela Friedman

Sponsors

Grouptrail WBL/CCL Management

Join in the fun with Grouptrail at the ACTE WBL Conference in Milwaukee!We’re looking forward to seeing you and sharing our latest new Grouptrail WBL tracking features (including our revolutionary fully customizable PDF signature forms with autofilled data for each student, course... Read More →

Friday May 3, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CDT
S101 DE 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Sponsored Concurrent Session

8:00am CDT

Exhibits Open

Friday May 3, 2024 8:00am - 10:20am CDT
Grand Ballroom A/B 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Exhibits

9:00am CDT

Better Work-based Learning Data for Learning and Improvement: Lessons from Innovative Districts

Have you struggled to get the right information at the right time for your high school WBL programs? Are you interested in learning from peers who have tried new approaches to WBL data collection? This session shares findings from a new CTE Research Network report profiling six innovative districts around the country. The session will give administrators an opportunity to learn from districts highlighted in the report about how they developed their WBL data systems and what they have learned along the way. Featured practices include ways of gathering more complete, richer information about the types of WBL students experience; capturing student outcomes related to WBL participation; digitizing and automating various aspects of WBL administration and data collection; and reporting data in actionable ways.

Speakers

Katherine Hughes

Kelly Reese

Tanya Alcaraz

Jason Van Nus

Director of Work-Based Learning and Youth Apprenticeship Programs, Lowndes County Schools

Friday May 3, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
S102 C 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

9:00am CDT

Build Better Careers Initiative - WBL as a bridge to foster skills development and employment outcomes

In this session, you will learn how the Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL) and Riipen, the world’s work-based learning marketplace, are partnering together in multiple regions within the U.S. to connect industry and higher education in providing work-based learning opportunities to adult learners. Adult Learners’ educational path must provide them with alternative ways to participate in education and training opportunities that will provide a direct link from learning to work. CAEL and Riipen are working with industry leaders in each region to identify target occupations and career pathways within the financial services sector and create project-based internship opportunities to those enrolled at higher education institutions within the region. This provides the educational institutions with opportunities for those who cannot participate in a traditional internship program, employers a chance to partner with the higher education institutions in their region to find the talent that they need while receiving valuable insight into the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the students/potential employees.

Speakers

Mara Woody

Senior Manager, Strategic Partnerships, Riipen

Ashley Wilhelm

Friday May 3, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
S101 C 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

9:00am CDT

Building a Work-Based Learning Infrastructure in a Community College System: Lessons from City Colleges of Chicago

In 2021, leaders from the City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) requested support in creating a more coherent and aligned system of WBL operation and implementation across the seven colleges comprising the CCC system. The American Institutes for Research (AIR) PROMISE Center worked closely with CCC, and employer engagement/ WBL leads from each of the seven colleges to develop a Work-Based Learning Implementation Guidebook. This guidebook aims to:
• Establish minimum requirements for operating WBL programming across all institutions.
• Balance the need for rigor and consistency with the need for local flexibility for how to implement the requirements.
• Offer tools and resources to support colleges in operationalizing the WBL requirements
The panelists will discuss the research-based, data-informed, and stakeholder driven approach the project took to develop the guidebook and will share the tools, protocols, and resources used in the development process.

Finally, panelists will discuss how CCC will provide customized and continuous support for institutions in operationalizing the guidebook based on their specific capacities and needs.

Speakers

Corey Young

Ex Director, Workforce Solutions, City Colleges of Chicago

Ellen Cushing

Attendee, Arena Summit

Education policy consultant and advocate who is committed to ensuring an inclusive and equitable society. I am interested in using my political science and public policy background to make meaningful change in today's political climate.

Rebecca Fil

Friday May 3, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
S102 AB 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

9:00am CDT

Creating a WBL Program That Checks All the Boxes

Des Plaines Valley Region has worked closely with our nine High Schools and Community College to create an Innovative Cohort that prepares students for post-secondary success. The Triton Cohort Program consists of three career clusters: Welding, Certified Nursing Assistant, and Criminal Justice. To make the program truly innovative, we decided to pilot a Work-Based Learning Program within the Cohort for Criminal Justice students. The Criminal Justice Cohort Program itself offers students 12 hours of dual credit. In addition, our customized Friday Pilot Program highlights 2 career exploration activities, 2 Team-Based Challenges, and Work-Based Learning Preparation and Practice. The Fall Friday Program focuses on preparing students for work-based learning, and the Spring Friday Program has students engaging in authentic work-based learning experiences. The program has been created to develop students and prepare them for post-secondary success. Some of the program highlights include career panels, resume building, mock interviews, mock trials, personal branding, and mental health in careers. In order to offer an authentic experience, we have brought in Industry Professionals to assist in activities throughout the program. Examples of Industry Professionals are the following: Ex Secret Service agents, Detectives, Lawyers, Police Officers, Crime Scene Investigators, Homeland Security, the DEA, and so much more! This session will discuss how the program was created, highlight the program itself, and discuss the benefits of the program. This innovative program checks all the boxes for our students!

Speakers

Ericka Kouba

Des Plaines Valley Region

Dr. Michael Kuhn

Friday May 3, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
S101 AB 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

9:00am CDT

Growing Social Capital for ALL students

Speakers

Ashley Sportel

Career-Connected Learning Coordinator, Harrison School District #2

Friday May 3, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
S102 DE 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

9:00am CDT

Igniting the Spark: Innovations in Introducing K-8 students to the World of Work

Discover how the Denver Public Schools Spark Early Career Exploration program provides career exploration experiences to K-8 students in and out of classroom. Through hands-on workshops, guest speakers, classroom lessons and career-based field trips, the Spark program served over 8,000 DPS students in the 22-23 school year. In this session we will share how we've found success through leveraging school and community partners, offering programming year-round, and having the flexibility to meet the needs of our students and schools.

Speakers

Sondra Osif

Program Manager- Early Career Exploration, Denver Public Schools

Laura Eley

Elementary Specialist, Denver Public Schools

Friday May 3, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
S103 C 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

9:00am CDT

Work-Based Learning Excellence: Strategies, Compliance, and Digital Efficiency

In this course, you will learn successful strategies and methods for designing and implementing Work-Based Learning programs that effectively engage and prepare students for their future careers. Learn the overview legal framework with compliance, liability and necessary steps to meet legal requirements. Also learn how to stream line site checks, training agreements, times cards and monthly evaluations in digital form.

Speakers

Gregg Isenhoff

Ryan Graham

Colby Wheeler

Work Based Learning Coordinator, Kent Career Tech Center

Hello! I am a Work Based Learning Coordinator for Kent Career Tech Center, located in Grand Rapids, MI. Our school is home to approximately 2,900 students. Our school offers 19 different programs. I have been a WBL Coordinator for one year. My Partner, Gregg has been in WBL... Read More →

Friday May 3, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
S103 AB 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

9:00am CDT

Barrier Busting: Providing Access to the Transformative Power of Work Based Learning for ALL Students

Work based learning (WBL) works, we all know that very well. It only works if it can be accessed, though. WBL is often out of reach for many students due to barriers such as grade point average and/or credit requirements, transportation limitations, history of attendance challenges, etc. For over 22 years, GPS Education Partners (GPS Ed) has been partnering with schools, businesses, and communities to break down each of those barriers to allow access to work based learning to students who are traditionally underrepresented in WBL. This session will be a deep dive into what is one of the most unique and immersive instances (and longest running) of work based learning in the country. GPS Ed has a slogan to "Make School Work" and that is exactly what the Education Center & Youth Apprenticeship Program has done, quite literally. The program is a network of education centers across urban, suburban and rural areas which are classrooms ("school") embedded within a business ("work") environment. High school junior and senior students that are enrolled in the program spend 1/2 of the day in one of the education centers with a GPS Ed instructor learning academic content (math, ELA, social studies, etc) and the other 1/2 of the day working/training/learning as a youth apprentice at a GPS Ed business partner in the manufacturing, automotive, or construction industries. There is also a very heavy amount of life/personal skills development that is intertwined throughout the program as well as certifications that are earned. Over 1250 students have successfully graduated from this program and attest to its transformative and life changing impact. To see the program's impact on our most recent graduating class, please visit: gpsed.org/classof2023

Speakers

Andrew Zimdars

Partner Services Manager, GPS Ed

Andrew's professional experiences have helped shape his passion for the mission that is work-based learning. Starting his career in education as a teacher, he saw the variety of learning styles and multiple intelligences and the need for pathways that encouraged and prepared students... Read More →

Jeremy Joecks

Director of Partner Services, GPS Education Parnters

Much like GPSEd, Jeremy Joecks has professional experience and background that exists at the nexus between education and business. He is passionate about breaking down the barriers that often exist between school and work (and between childhood and adulthood) and enjoys the challenge... Read More →

Exhibitors

GPS Education Partners

Work-based Learning Intermediary, GPS Education Partners

Sponsors

GPS Education Partners

Work-based Learning Intermediary, GPS Education Partners

Friday May 3, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
S101 DE 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Sponsored Concurrent Session

9:00am CDT

Next Level WBL: Comprehensive Program Planning

There is more to work-based learning than a simple work experience. Building a comprehensive program takes a team effort that spans beyond the four walls of a school building. Join Dr. Kim Oppelt for a step-by-step overview of building, improving, or refining your work-based learning program regardless of where you are in the process. Utilizing the Work-Based Learning Playbook, presenters will help participants assess their own program, build objectives, goals and outcomes, implement best practices on building successful community partnerships, and discuss promotion of WBL programming to ensure access and exposure to all students.

Speakers

Dr. Kim Oppelt

VP, Career Readiness and Development, Kuder

Exhibitors

Kuder

Sponsors

Kuder

Friday May 3, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
S103 D 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Sponsored Concurrent Session

9:50am CDT

Coffe & Snack Break

Friday May 3, 2024 9:50am - 10:20am CDT
Grand Ballroom A/B 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Meals and Receptions

10:20am CDT

Better Work-based Learning Data for Learning and Improvement: Lessons from Innovative Districts

Speakers

Katherine Hughes

Kelly Reese

Tanya Alcaraz

Jason Van Nus

Director of Work-Based Learning and Youth Apprenticeship Programs, Lowndes County Schools

Friday May 3, 2024 10:20am - 11:10am CDT
S102 C 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

10:20am CDT

City Colleges of Chicago Center of Excellence Model: A New Approach to Delivering Outcomes for Students and Employers

The City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) is committed to providing Chicagoans pathways to mobility through industry-aligned career education programs. To achieve that goal, CCC established an industry-specific Center of Excellence (COE) at each of the seven colleges in its system. The industries selected are the backbone of the Chicago regional economy and offer projected job growth in occupations that offer family sustaining careers.

The COE model puts two customers at the center: the student through a focus on easy access, navigation, and supports; and employers, who provide key input into the CCC programming to ensure that curricula develop talent with the skills and experiences needed to be successfully hired, retained, and promoted in a job. The COE model serves these two customers by requiring a deep focus of College resources, planning, and programming on the assigned industry. At the heart of that work is understanding of the assigned industry and its needs through consistent and comprehensive review of labor market information coupled with sustained and strategic engagement with industry representatives.

CCC recently partnered with the American Institutes for Research (AIR) to develop a COE Playbook and connecting tools, to advance on the ground implementation of the COE model. The Playbook provides an operational road map for Colleges and include guidance, expectations, and accountability measures, to the Colleges in 4 key areas:
• Leadership and Vision
• Industry Engagement
• Equitable Student Access and Recruitment
• Measurement, Assessment, and Continuous Improvement.

The tools support the CCC Colleges’ implementation of the model and include labor market snapshots of projected skills demand coupled with a crosswalk of existing College programming; a performance dashboard including COE student outcome data (which can be disaggregated by special population groups), and a high-level process guide for employer engagement (and its documentation in Salesforce).

This workshop will share the process used to develop the Playbook, its key features and tools, and approach to rolling out this work across the City Colleges of Chicago system. The AIR team will share the Playbook’s evidence-based practices around strategic and effective employer engagement throughout the presentation while the CCC practitioners will share how this work has provided a tangible tool to achieve the vision of a system empowered to deliver for students, employers, and the greater Chicago community.

Speakers

Brittany Lenertz

Sr. Technical Assistance Consultant, American Institutes for Research (AIR)

Sarah Lichtenstein Walter

Vice Chancellor - Academic Programs, City Colleges of Chicago

Centers of Excellence Playbook 2024 pdf

Friday May 3, 2024 10:20am - 11:10am CDT
S101 C 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

10:20am CDT

CTE + Auth Learn + Clearinghouse for WBL + Iowa STEM = Magic

Learn how in Iowa multiple agencies and organizations are partnering to leverage Authentic Learning in a variety of formats. Attendees will explore how educators and partners connect for Authentic Learning opportunities through an interactive statewide WBL clearinghouse, the model for Professional Development delivery across the state, and innovative funding streams designed to support STEM as well as WBL experiences. Presentation will include time for attendees to develop their own next steps for initiating systems in their own district, region, or state, as well as access to resources to support the work.

Speakers

Tanya Hunt

STEM BEST Program Coordinator, Iowa STEM

Laura Williams

21st Century Learning Specialist/Clearinghouse for Work-based Learning Coordinator, AEA Learning Online - Iowa AEAs

Laura Williams (MAT, M.ED ELPS) is your resident authentic learning expert for the Iowa AEAs and co-facilitates the Iowa Authentic Learning Network. She is the Project Coordinator of a statewide project board, the Clearinghouse for Work-based Learning. Her educational background includes... Read More →

Jennifer Boyd

Friday May 3, 2024 10:20am - 11:10am CDT
S102 DE 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

10:20am CDT

Full Circle: Promoting District Level Youth Apprenticeships

This session will highlight work done in Denver Public Schools (DPS) as part of the Colorado Scale Up Grant to work toward the Superintendent's aspiration to become the largest apprenticeship employer in the state. To support this endeavor, DPS committed to growing the number of registered apprenticeships within the school district starting with positions in Human Resources, IT, Special Education and Communications. Come learn about:

- How DPS partnered with CareerWise Colorado to help recruit and prepare district-level supervisors to support apprentices
- The Community of Practice developed to encourage ongoing information sharing and support among supervisors and,
- How DPS assisted with the registered apprenticeship process.

Speakers

Monica Schultz

Senior Manager, Denver Public Schools- Career and College Success

Diana Casillas-Chavez

Friday May 3, 2024 10:20am - 11:10am CDT
S101 AB 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

10:20am CDT

Partner Engagement and Advocacy: The Golden Ticket to Student and Program Success

One of the most effective elements of school redesign is partnering with members of industry and the community. While this is an integral component of career & technical education, it is something that many educators and educational institutions struggle with. This presentation will afford participants real methods and resources to identify, cultivate, implement, and sustain the types of partnerships that will benefit ALL stakeholders but most importantly, students. Authentic examples will be shared so that participants will have these in their toolbox for success. Participants will recognize how partner engagement leads to strengthening local advocacy and how it is connected to national advocacy.

Speakers

Steve Casa

ASST PRINCIPAL CAREER & TECHNICAL ED, Ulster BOCES

Dave Rosenberg

Kathryn Flanagan

Kate Weston

ACTE WBL 24 Partner Engagement The Golden Ticket to CTE Program Success pdf

Friday May 3, 2024 10:20am - 11:10am CDT
S102 AB 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

10:20am CDT

Successes of an Integrated and Industry-Supported Model of Applied K-16 Learning in Kenosha, Wisconsin

Members of the National Coalition of Certification Centers will share their full K-16 model for Applied Learning and Career and Technical Education developed and in practice in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Listen to NC3’s educational and industry partners describe the development and implementation of this integrated learning experience that instills strong self-actualization and educational outcomes for students throughout their educational journey. Presenters will include leaders from Gateway Technical College, the Kenosha Schools of Technology Enhanced Curriculum, Snap-on Incorporated, Trane Corporation, Lincoln Electric, and Festo Incorporated who will share successes and insights into this innovative new system-approach to applied learning including early age fully articulated “precertification experiences”, integrated STEAM lab work, career exploration, and 21st Century Skills development.

Speakers

Dr. Matt Janisin

Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs, Gateway Technical College

Jeffrey Gaskill

Director - Education & Business Development, Snap-on Industrial

Dan Rodriguez

Dr. Bryan Albrect

Dr. Angela Andersson

CEO, KTEC Schools

In January 2006, I began planning a school with a small team that became the Kenosha School of Technology Enhanced Curriculum (KTEC) in September 2007. KTEC focuses on exposing elementary and middle school students to rigorous, hands-on career-based, technical experiences. As the... Read More →

Friday May 3, 2024 10:20am - 11:10am CDT
S103 AB 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

10:20am CDT

The Foundation of the Future

Success can be described in a variety of ways but finding success in any career pathway is paved with the same foundation...work ethic. No matter what part of the WBL continuum you are in or cluster you teach, development of a talent begins with employability skills. Soft skills, transferable skills, durable skills, employability skills...no matter the title these need to be intentionally addressed to help students succeed. Join me in a unique look at conveying these critical skills through stories and data. Explore the clientele we work with and how to reach them on different levels. If nothing else, this session will bring high energy my hope is to renew the joy of WBL in you!

Speakers

Tony May

Education Specialist, Alabama Department of Education

Friday May 3, 2024 10:20am - 11:10am CDT
S103 C 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

10:20am CDT

Connections Open Doors: Strategies to Help Students Build Social Capital

The majority of jobs and internships come through connections, dependent largely upon social capital. How can we help our students build their relationships and networks to increase their chance of success? Participants in this interactive session will learn about the importance of social capital, strategies for helping their students build and mobilize their network, and ways to implement WBL activities focused on cultivating connections.

Speakers

Kirsten Kirby

Director, Work-Based Learning, NAF

Stephanie Lapera

Exhibitors

NAF

Friday May 3, 2024 10:20am - 11:10am CDT
S103 D 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Sponsored Concurrent Session

10:20am CDT

Work-Based Learning: An Authentic Environment for SEL

Social and emotional learning (SEL) has been shown to be crucial to student success in school and beyond. The development of SEL skills helps students navigate social interactions, build relationships, and manage emotions, all of which are important for success in the workplace. In this presentation, we will explore the connection between SEL and work-based learning experiences in the classroom, identify specific SEL competencies strengthened by work-based learning, and develop participants’ toolkits for supporting work-based learning in their districts. Learn how the power of work-based learning classes can accelerate students’ social and emotional learning while empowering students to pave a pathway for the rest of their lives.

Speakers

Jillian Berg

Southern Regional Director, Virtual Enterprises International

Jillian Berg is a seasoned educator with a passion for Career and Technical Education. With 15 years of experience as a dedicated teacher in Broward County Public Schools, she has nurtured and inspired countless students to develop their skills in the field of business. Jillian's... Read More →

Wendy Schmidt

Lily Thompson

Exhibitors

Jillian Berg

Southern Regional Director, Virtual Enterprises International

Sponsors

Jillian Berg

Southern Regional Director, Virtual Enterprises International

Friday May 3, 2024 10:20am - 11:10am CDT
S101 DE 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Sponsored Concurrent Session

11:20am CDT

A Healthcare Career Focused Social Network - A Tool You Can Use in Your Classroom

American Medical Pathway Honors Program (AMP) is a free social networking site/app for those interested in pursuing a career in healthcare. AMP is a supportive digital community with engaging content that assists with healthcare career discovery and meets students where they are. Through a near-peer mentorship model, students are able to connect to and learn from those who are a step or two ahead of them in the pathway. As a mission-driven initiative that focuses on student access and healthcare workforce development, AMP builds collaborations with educators and organizations with similar goals, making this innovative digital platform an increasingly powerful tool. This session will focus on how educators across the country are currently using AMP as a tool for their classrooms and how building a community around a common purpose can redefine the classroom and reach students who would not otherwise have access.

Speakers

Andrew Klein

Friday May 3, 2024 11:20am - 12:10pm CDT
S102 AB 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

11:20am CDT

Cultivating Talent: Building Your Own In-District Apprenticeship Programs

In this session, we will actively workshop the concept of "grow-your-own" apprenticeships. We will utilize our experiences within the Cherry Creek School District with Auto Technicians, Event Project Managers, Technical Apprentices and Elementary Para-Apprentices. By sharing our journey of transforming traditional apprenticeship models into sustainable programs that cultivate talent within our own community, participants will utilize the definition of Apprenticeships to create their own "grow-your-own" program.

Speakers

Ashlin Montgomery

Partner of Apprenticeship Success, Cherry Creek Schools

Kara Billings

WBL instructor, Cherry creek schools

Friday May 3, 2024 11:20am - 12:10pm CDT
S103 AB 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

11:20am CDT

Employer Engagement on a Continuum- crafting your ask for business

Are employers not responding the way you'd expect to your invitations to participate in WBL? The Colorado Workforce Development Council uses a "Work Based Learning Continuum" framework to support school districts in developing a menu of ways for employers to plug into their WBL. This session will help build your ask to employers by finding different ways to engage them with varying time commitments and investment, identify highest impact ways to engage business and develop a compelling message acknowledging the ROI needs for businesses.

Speakers

Sami Mooney

Education Consultant, Colorado Workforce Development Council; Colorado Department of Education

As the Education Consultant in a shared role with the Colorado Workforce Development Council and the Colorado Department of Education, Sami works to align workforce priorities in the education system with industry demand. She supports schools in being responsive to the needs of the... Read More →

Friday May 3, 2024 11:20am - 12:10pm CDT
S101 C 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

11:20am CDT

Starting and growing your work-based learning program systematically

At this session, learn how North Dakota is using a systematic approach to provide work-based learning opportunities to high school students state-wide, while also ensuring local administrators and educators can manage these opportunities to meet their local needs. Work-based Learning is becoming more of a focus for individual schools, districts, regions and even states as educators and employers alike are seeing value in connecting students to real-world experiences as part of their high school journey, but WBL can be difficult to manage, particularly finding employers who want to participate and keeping track of employer contacts, applications, agreements, and evaluations. In North Dakota, two companies have partnered with the state to solve this issue systematically while meeting other state requirements. Learn how Golden Path Solutions and XAP have partnered to provide a robust solution where employers can provide information about themselves and share with schools they choose, how opportunities for work-based learning and career exploration are created, how administrators can approve opportunities, track applications, and manage agreements, and how all of this can be recorded as part of the student’s four-year rolling plan. Dawn Ulmer (member of the ACTE WBL Board and North Dakota CTE program director) will be joined by Patrick Mineer and Gwen March from Golden Path and XAP to discuss the solution, what they’ve learned, and what’s next.

Speakers

Patrick Mineer

Founder & CEO, Golden Path Solutions

Golden Path Solutions helps students, schools, and employers all prepare for the future. Our application Compass allows schools to manage Work-based Learning process and gives them a tool to help students understand talents, careers paths, and required education for future opportunities... Read More →

Dawn Ulmer

Gwen Marsh

Friday May 3, 2024 11:20am - 12:10pm CDT
S102 C 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

11:20am CDT

Students needed; Presenting Career paths in the Digital Infrastructure Industry

The Digital Infrastructure Industry faces a human capital deficit and the Nomad Futurist Foundation collaborates with school districts to demystify the backbone of the digital world. This session will introduce this unique partnership between Nomad Futurist Foundation, industry partners, and participating schools that introduces students to career pathways such as AI, operations, engineering, sales/marketing, real estate, law, investing, research analytics, etc. Members of the Nomad Futurist Foundation and Lynette Gillson, PhD, representing Mountain View Los Altos Union HSD (MVLA), will discuss the creation of programs that align with CTE pathways and represent the Work Based Learning spectrum ranging from speakers, to company visits, to planned implementation of internship programs. The work with MVLA is a prototype for Nomad Futurist’s vision that is expected to be implemented nationally through Nomad’s collaborative work with various organizations to provide school districts with the afore-mentioned WBL activities. In addition, this work focuses on equity and inclusion by encouraging outreach to student groups such as AVID or other programs that serve historically underrepresented students to increase their exposure to careers and possible interest in CTE pathways. The audience will leave with an understanding of the Digital Infrastructure Industry and how students can fill the human capital deficit, and the opportunity to engage with Nomad Futurist Foundation for collaborative Work Based Learning programs. There is also opportunity for industry leaders to engage to find out how they can come together within a partnership to work with schools, address students, and grow their pipeline to future employees.

Speakers

Bill Kleyman

Phill Lawson Shanks

Phil Koblence

Lynette Gillson

Friday May 3, 2024 11:20am - 12:10pm CDT
S101 AB 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

11:20am CDT

Taking Flight: Piloting Youth Apprenticeships in Accounting & Finance

Fly on in for an early look at a first of its kind apprenticeship program in accounting & finance. From a comprehensive curriculum (design, development, & delivery) lens, come see how this brand new program came to life, is navigating its pilot state, and where it’s headed next. We’ll learn how this 3 pronged collaboration, led by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) in partnership with Crev Ed Design & the Color Accounting Learning System, is taking accounting & finance students and industry into uncharted territory. Join us to explore the ups and downs of how this youth apprenticeship took flight and what’s on the horizon.

Speakers

Sean Crevier

Friday May 3, 2024 11:20am - 12:10pm CDT
S102 DE 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

11:20am CDT

Unlocking Career Potential: Work-Based Learning in Elementary Schools

Are elementary school students too young to start exploring their future careers? Is it possible to ignite a lifelong passion for learning at an early age? Come hear how we implemented career awareness activities at the elementary level with the purpose of helping students see the many opportunities available to them. From the creation of career posters to presentations by high school internship students to a school-wide career fair, we will share our process of organizing and implementing career awareness activities school-wide.

Speakers

Jan Jardine

Work-Based Learning Coordinator, Provo City School District

Provo

Friday May 3, 2024 11:20am - 12:10pm CDT
S103 C 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Concurrent Session

11:20am CDT

Connecting Middle School Career Exploration to High School Experimentation

Students who have a longer career exploration runway, starting as early as middle school, are better positioned to make the right decisions along their education journey to put them on a path to life-long economic success and personal fulfillment. Yet to be most effective, early career exploration must not be one-and-done activities conducted in silos within middle school but instead connect to student experiences, including work-based learning, as they transition to and through high school. A recent 50-state scan of middle school career exploration policy and practice shows that while 90% of states now have requirements in place for districts and schools to facilitate middle school career exploration, there is much room for improvement in creating intentional, clear connections between middle school career exploration and high school career experimentation. This session will spotlight tips and strategies, such as career courses, ICAPs and career counselors, for creating comprehensive middle school career exploration programming that builds on elementary school standards as well as links to high school college and career readiness targets.

Panelists:

Julie Lammers, Senior VP, Advocacy & Corporate Social Responsibility, ASA (moderator)
Andy Hepburn, Chief Innovation Officer, GPSEd
Kelli Kwiatkowski, Director of Secondary Teaching & Learning, School District of New Berlin, WI (invited)
Sara Baird, Assistant Director, CTE, Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (invited)

Speakers

Kara LeVahn

Coordinator, Career and Tech Ed., Hopkins High School, Hopkins, MN

Julie Lammers

Andy Hepburn

Chief Innovation Officer, GPS Education Partners

Kelli Kwiatkowski

Sponsors

American Student Assistance

Friday May 3, 2024 11:20am - 12:10pm CDT
S101 DE 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Sponsored Concurrent Session

11:20am CDT

Maximizing Work-Based Learning with Proven Tools

Join us for this workshop, designed specifically for work-based learning coordinators seeking innovative ways to prepare students for today's competitive workforce. This session will provide an in-depth exploration of the Conover Company’s online tools, a comprehensive suite of resources designed to facilitate both career exploration & assessment and building the employability skills that employers value most.

During this workshop, we'll delve into the methods by which Conover’s assessments and curriculum can empower students to explore diverse career paths and evaluate their proficiency in chosen areas. We'll also demonstrate how students can leverage Conover's hands-on work samples, enabling them to trial jobs in a supportive and non-threatening environment before you place students on the job saving both time and money!

A key focus of the session will be the Soft Skills Credential offered by Conover Company. This powerful tool allows schools to measure and validate employability skills easily, helping students to stand out in the job market. Through our interactive workshop, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of these resources, equipping you to fully harness their potential and pave the way for your students' success. Join us to learn how you can transform your approach to work-based learning with Conover Company's tools.

Exhibitors

Conover Company

Sponsors

Conover Company

Friday May 3, 2024 11:20am - 12:10pm CDT
S103 D 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203

Sponsored Concurrent Session