Upcoming events.
Vincennes University Techmester
Save the Date!
When: June 15th - 17th
Cost: $50
Who Can Attend: Current HS Sophomores and Juniors
Programs:
Accounting, Advanced Automation/Robotics, Conservation Law Enforcement, Culinary Arts and Health Sciences
Questions: contact vudualcredit@vinu.edu
For Teachers, by Teachers Conference
The For Teachers, By Teachers Conference is a grassroots professional learning experience driven by ideas developed and presented by educators, ensuring the highest possible relevance and value. Designed for educators across all K–12 content areas, the conference is centered on the theme “Immediate Impact.” Sessions emphasize practical, ready-to-implement strategies, policies, procedures, and instructional practices that participants can apply directly in their classrooms and schools in the upcoming academic year. Our keynote speaker is award-winning educator Nikia Garland, and all subsequent sessions will be facilitated by current classroom teachers who understand the real-world challenges and opportunities of today’s educational landscape. Conference registration includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner, along with snacks and coffee available throughout the day. The event will conclude with a dedicated networking session, followed by a comedy performance featuring headliner “Educator Andrea” Forcum.
The link can be found here: www.edpd.us/ftbtconference
Indiana ACTE State Conference
Indiana ACTE is hosting the 2026 Indiana All CTE State Conference Friday, September 11th and Saturday, September 12th. Individuals and teams are invited to submit proposals for educational sessions. Educational sessions will be 45 or 105 minutes in length.
Deadline for session proposals is Friday, April 17th and will be refereed by a jury of CTE leaders.
Our Keynote Speaker this year is Brittany Richmond. Here are some introduction highlights on what she will present:
Event Title: Don’t You.. Forget About You: The Breakfast Club’s Roadmap to Educator Wellbeing
Desired Outcomes:
Stronger educator resilience through practical mental health strategies they can use immediately.
Improved connection and communication using the Tell Me More MethodTM to better understand and support themselves as well as students.
Renewed sense of purpose and confidence in their role as CTE educators navigating the shift from industry to classroom.
Family Career, Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)
Family Career, Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) 26-27 Muncie
https://www.infccla.org/indiana-fccla-calendar-of-events.html
CTE Day at the Statehouse
Meet with your legislators and advocate for career and technical education!
RSVP by Friday, January 16th
Indiana ACTE in collaboration with IACTED and the State CTSOs of Indiana look forward to working together to advocate for Career and Technical Education. We hope you will join us!
Schedule of Events:
9:30am - 12pm: Morning Meetings with Legislators on your own
12pm - 1pm: Networking Luncheon & Gallery Walk (a chance to meet with legislators at lunch) - (RSVP required)
1pm - 3pm: Afternoon Meetings with Legislators on your own
If you have any questions, please contact Jess Horlacher, IACTE Legislative Chair, at jmhorlac@gmail.com
Indiana General Conference
Registration Opens at 8am — Friday, September 12
Pre-Conference Workshops (September 11)
The CTE Team will be facilitating two pre-conference workshops, each with three sessions. The workshops are:
Expanding Access to WBL - This pre-conference workshop will cover important state policy updates including the WBL definition elements and the Menu of WBL Experiences, and discuss strategies for improving the WBL experiences at your school. Time will be spent discussing the quality components of WBL, including the development of training plans and WBL reporting instructions to ensure students’ experiences are captured correctly. Attendees will also be given information regarding how WBL applies to the new high school diploma honors seals.
Suggested attendees: WBL Coordinators, counselors, those who work closely with students participating in WBL experiences.
Empowering Students through CTE - This workshop is designed to help school personnel better understand how CTE can be implemented in their schools to empower students and get them started on a successful career path. Workshop attendees will see the vision for CTE in Indiana and discuss key strategies for communicating the power of CTE with students, families, and community stakeholders. Sessions will include time to discuss the nuts and bolts of CTE in Indiana, including policies around funding, the new Indiana diploma seals, and credentials of value.
Suggested attendees: administrators, counselors, career coaches (especially those in new roles), more experienced teachers.
Indiana ACTE Pre Conference
Pre-Conference Workshops (September 11)
The CTE Team will be facilitating two pre-conference workshops, each with three sessions. The workshops are:
Expanding Access to WBL - This pre-conference workshop will cover important state policy updates including the WBL definition elements and the Menu of WBL Experiences, and discuss strategies for improving the WBL experiences at your school. Time will be spent discussing the quality components of WBL, including the development of training plans and WBL reporting instructions to ensure students’ experiences are captured correctly. Attendees will also be given information regarding how WBL applies to the new high school diploma honors seals.
Suggested attendees: WBL Coordinators, counselors, those who work closely with students participating in WBL experiences.
Empowering Students through CTE - This workshop is designed to help school personnel better understand how CTE can be implemented in their schools to empower students and get them started on a successful career path. Workshop attendees will see the vision for CTE in Indiana and discuss key strategies for communicating the power of CTE with students, families, and community stakeholders. Sessions will include time to discuss the nuts and bolts of CTE in Indiana, including policies around funding, the new Indiana diploma seals, and credentials of value.
Suggested attendees: administrators, counselors, career coaches (especially those in new roles), more experienced teachers.
