COMMONWEALTH of VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION P.O. BOX 2120 RICHMOND, VA 23218-2120
Patricia I. Wright, Ed.D. Office: (804) 225-2023 Superintendent of Public Instruction August 3, 2009 Fax: (804) 371-2099
Dear Fellow Educators:
As superintendent of public instruction, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the 2009 Career and Technical Education Summer Professional Development Institute in Richmond, Virginia. I am pleased to join Governor Timothy M. Kaine in thanking you for your outstanding work and commitment to the students in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
The Office of Career and Technical Education Services in the Virginia Department of Education is delighted to present an exciting and challenging professional Institute to improve instruction leading to higher levels of program rigor and higher student achievement. This Institute offers opportunities for you to develop effective teaching skills and teaching practices that are research-based, learn about integrated core and CTE activities/courses, discover resources for working with student academic and career plans, earn industry certifications and credentials, and the latest and most up-to-date standards and expectations of business and industry.
This year’s theme, Developing a Bright Future, focuses on sharing methods, information, and innovative technologies that will provide you with resources to assist your students in developing a career plan and implementing a career pathway with the appropriate skills and knowledge for postsecondary learning and the workplace. In addition to a variety of sessions, tours, and academies, the Institute offers many opportunities to communicate with other educators from across the Commonwealth and explore the latest technology resources.
The Institute’s schedule on August 4 provides multiple sessions to promote interaction among the program area participants that will enhance the value of the workshops, tours, and academies available throughout the Institute. I hope you will take advantage of the opportunities offered at this Institute and enjoy a well-planned program of professional development.
I commend you for participating in the Summer Professional Development Institute and extend my best wishes for a rewarding time in Richmond and a wonderful 2009-2010 school year! Sincerely,
Patricia I. Wright CTE Summer Professional Development Institute—General Session Greater Richmond Convention Center
Transportation Schedule
Buses will transport participants to and from hotels, the Greater Richmond Convention Center (Tuesday), local schools, and other locations according to the schedule below.
Origination Destination Departing Monday Doubletree Hotel Hilton Garden Inn 7:30 a.m. Hilton Garden Inn Hermitage HS and Technical Ctr 8:00 a.m. Hermitage HS and Technical Ctr Hilton Garden Inn 11:45 a.m. Hilton Garden Inn Hermitage HS and Technical Ctr 1:30 p.m. Hermitage HS and Technical Ctr Hilton Garden Inn 5:15 p.m. Hilton Garden Inn Doubletree Hotel 5:30 p.m. Greater Richmond Convention Ctr Omni, Crowne Plaza Downtown 9:10 p.m. Greater Richmond Convention Ctr Holiday Inn-Koger Center 9:10 p.m. Greater Richmond Convention Ctr Sheraton West, Westin Richmond 9:10 p.m. Greater Richmond Convention Ctr Crowne Plaza West 9:10 p.m. Tuesday Sheraton West Greater Richmond Convention Ctr 7:45 a.m. Greater Richmond Convention Ctr Sheraton West 7:15 p.m. Holiday Inn-Koger Center, Sheraton Greater Richmond Convention Ctr 7:00 a.m. Park South Greater Richmond Convention Ctr Holiday Inn-Koger Center, Sheraton Park 7:15 p.m. South Crowne Plaza West Greater Richmond Convention Ctr 6:45 a.m. Greater Richmond Convention Ctr Crowne Plaza West 7:15 p.m. Westin Richmond Greater Richmond Convention Ctr 7:30 a.m. Greater Richmond Convention Ctr Westin Richmond 7:15 p.m. Omni Greater Richmond Convention Ctr 7:45 a.m. Greater Richmond Convention Ctr Omni 7:15 p.m. Crowne Plaza Downtown Greater Richmond Convention Ctr 7:30 a.m. Greater Richmond Convention Ctr Crowne Plaza Downtown 7:15 p.m. Doubletree Hotel Greater Richmond Convention Ctr 7:30 a.m. Greater Richmond Convention Ctr Doubletree 7:15 p.m. Wednesday Doubletree Hotel Hilton Garden Inn 7:30 a.m. Hilton Garden Inn Hermitage HS and Technical Ctr 8:00 a.m. Hermitage HS and Technical Ctr Hilton Garden Inn 11:45 a.m. Hilton Garden Inn Mills E. Godwin HS 8:00 a.m. Mills E. Godwin HS Hilton Garden Inn 11:45 a.m. Hilton Garden Inn J. R. Tucker HS 8:00 a.m. J. R. Tucker HS Hilton Garden Inn 11:45 a.m. Hilton Garden Inn Hermitage HS and Technical Ctr 1:30 p.m. Hermitage HS and Technical Ctr Hilton Garden Inn 5:15 p.m. Hilton Garden Inn Mills E. Godwin HS 1:30 p.m. Mills E. Godwin HS Hilton Garden Inn 5:15 p.m. Hilton Garden Inn J. R. Tucker HS 1:30 p.m. J. R. Tucker HS Hilton Garden Inn 5:15 p.m. Hilton Garden Inn Doubletree Hotel 5:30 p.m. Crowne Plaza West Atlee High School 1:45 p.m. Atlee High School Crowne Plaza West 4:30 p.m. Westin Richmond Pocahontas MS 8:15 a.m. Westin Richmond Deep Run HS 8:15 a.m. Westin Richmond Hermitage HS 8:15 a.m. Pocahontas MS Deep Run HS, Hermitage HS 12:30 p.m. Deep Run HS Pocahontas MS, Hermitage HS 12:30 p.m. Hermitage HS Deep Run HS, Pocahontas MS 12:30 p.m.
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Wednesday, Pocahontas MS Westin Richmond 4:30 p.m. continued Deep Run HS Westin Richmond 4:30 p.m. Hermitage HS Westin Richmond 4:30 p.m. Holiday Inn-Koger Center, Sheraton Chesterfield Technical Ctr 7:30 a.m. Park South Chesterfield Technical Ctr Holiday Inn-Koger Center, Sheraton Park 5:00 p.m. South Holiday Inn-Koger Center, Sheraton Apprenticeship School 8:00 a.m. Park South Apprenticeship School Holiday Inn-Koger Center, Sheraton Park 5:00 p.m. South Sheraton Park South Holiday Inn-Koger Center 7:30 a.m. Holiday Inn-Koger Center Sheraton Park South 4:15 p.m. Holiday Inn-Koger Center, Sheraton John Tyler Community College 7:30 a.m. Park South John Tyler Community College Holiday Inn-Koger Center, Sheraton Park 4:15 p.m. South Sheraton Park South Holiday Inn-Koger Center 5:30 p.m. Holiday Inn-Koger Center Sheraton Park South 8:20 p.m. Thursday Doubletree Hotel Hilton Garden Inn 7:15 a.m. Hilton Garden Inn Doubletree Hotel 1:15 p.m. Omni MCV/VCU 8:30 a.m. MCV/VCU Omni 11:15 a.m. Crowne Plaza West VSU Horticulture/Aquaculture Research Ctr 8:00 a.m. VSU Horticulture/Aquaculture Crowne Plaza West Noon Research Ctr Crowne Plaza West Sandy’s Plants 8:00 a.m. Sandy’s Plants Crowne Plaza West Noon Crowne Plaza West Bass Pro Shop 8:30 a.m. Bass Pro Shop Crowne Plaza West Noon Westin Richmond Pocahontas MS 8:00 a.m. Westin Richmond Deep Run HS 4:30 p.m. Westin Richmond Hermitage HS 8:00 a.m. Pocahontas MS Deep Run HS, Hermitage HS 12:30 p.m. Deep Run HS Pocahontas MS, Hermitage HS 12:30 p.m. Hermitage HS Pocahontas MS, Deep Run HS 12:30 p.m. Pocahontas MS Westin Richmond 4:30 p.m. Deep Run HS Westin Richmond 4:30 p.m. Hermitage HS Westin Richmond 4:30 p.m. Westin Richmond Flexicell Robotics (Ashland) 8:30 a.m. Flexicell Robotics Pocahontas MS, Deep Run HS, Hermitage HS 11:00 a.m. Pocahontas MS, Deep Run HS, Westin Richmond 4:30 p.m. Hermitage HS Friday Westin Richmond Bio-Tech Richmond 8:30 a.m. Bio-Tech Richmond Westin Richmond 11:30 a.m. Westin Richmond Pocahontas MS 8:00 a.m. Pocahontas MS Westin Richmond 11:45 a.m. Westin Richmond Deep Run HS 8:00 a.m. Deep Run HS Westin Richmond 11:45 a.m. Westin Richmond Hermitage HS 8:00 a.m. Hermitage HS Westin Richmond 11:45 a.m.
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Monday
11:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. Pre-Conference Session Greater Richmond Convention Center, E11BC Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) Training
1:00–4:00 p.m. Pre-Conference Session CTE Resource Center, 2002 Bremo Rd., Lower Level Technical Assistance for Programs Nominated for Governor’s CTE Exemplary Standards Award This session is for CTE teachers and administrators of programs nominated for the Virginia Governor’s CTE Exemplary Standards Award for 2010. Guidelines and pointers will be shared for preparing documentation for each standard. Presenter: Dr. Emily Richardson, President, Virginia Career Education Foundation
Tuesday’s Schedule of Events
Day at a glance CTSO Training 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Registration and Continental Breakfast—Registration Hall 7:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. Exhibits—Exhibit Hall B 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Opening General Session—Exhibit Hall C 9:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Break—Visit Exhibits in Exhibit Hall B 11:15 a.m. –11:45 p.m. Lunch—Exhibit Hall A 11:45 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Sponsored by Virginia Association for Career and Technical Education (VACTE) Dessert—Visit Exhibits in Exhibit Hall B 1:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Concurrent Sessions 2:05 p.m. – 3:05 p.m. Break—Visit Exhibits in Exhibit Hall B 3:05 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Concurrent Sessions 3:35 p.m. – 4:35 p.m. Dinner, Awards, and Recognition—Exhibit Hall A 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
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Opening General Session
9:30–11:15 a.m. Exhibit Hall C
Presiding Lan Neugent, Assistant Superintendent, Technology and Career Education, Virginia Department of Education
Presentation of Colors Franklin Military School, Richmond City Public Schools, under the direction of SSgt. Gary McCray
National Anthem
Pledge of Allegiance
Greetings and Introductions Dr. Patricia I. Wright Superintendent of Public Instruction Virginia Department of Education
Keynote Speaker Introduction by Lan Neugent
James Warford International Center for Leadership in Education Changing Times Require Changing Skills—Let CTE Lead the Way The academic skills needed for today’s workplace are higher than, and different from, those needed for college. The requirements of business and industry today are putting pressure on schools to improve both STEM and career-technical programs. This session will describe the skills that are required in our technologically-based, globally driven society. Drawing on his experience as a CTE teacher, Mr. Warford will explain how CTE can be at the heart of a rigorous and relevant education for all students.
Announcements Elizabeth M. Russell, Director, Office of Career and Technical Education, Virginia Department of Education
Closing Remarks Lan Neugent
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Tuesday morning/afternoon
11:15–11:45 a.m. Visit Exhibits Exhibit Hall B
11:45 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Luncheon Exhibit Hall A Sponsored by Virginia Association for Career and Technical Education (VACTE) Greetings and Introductions
Elizabeth Downey, President, VACTE Guest Speaker
Robert McDonnell, former Attorney General of Virginia Invocation
Teresa Simpson, Vice-President, Virginia Association for Career and Technical Education Administrators
Lunch
Guest Speaker
Senator Creigh Deeds Special Recognition, Virginia Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Elizabeth Russell, Director, Office of Career and Technical Education, Virginia Department of Education Teacher and Student Showcase Awards
Bonnie English, Monitoring Specialist, Special Education and Civil Rights, Office of Federal Program Monitoring, Virginia Department of Education Closing Remarks
Elizabeth Downey, President, VACTE
1:30–2:00 p.m. Dessert and Visit Exhibits Exhibit Hall B
Concurrent Sessions
2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 1 Room B17 Education for Employment: Accommodating Special Need Students into CTE Work Programs Through the development of this cooperative education program, Oscar Smith High School has established collaboration between the school’s special education and CTE departments, providing special education students an opportunity to gain employment while attending school. Experience in the workplace provides these students a stronger understanding of Education for Employment competencies and workplace readiness skills, while preparing them for the National Retail Federation Customer Service Certification. The session will look at the school’s program and how it has been developed and implemented to accommodate these students. Presenter: F. Al Staggs, Teacher/Coordinator, Education for Employment, Chesapeake City Public Schools
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2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 2 Room E10b Project-Based Learning for 21st-Century Learners Participants will explore best practices in designing, assessing, and managing rigorous and relevant projects in Career and Technical Education using the methodology and tools of the Buck Institute for Education, the national leader in project-based-learning research, materials, and professional development. This session will be repeated at 3:35 p.m. Presenter: David Ross, Director of Professional Development, Buck Institute for Education
2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 3 Room B10 Virginia’s CanDo Web-Based Competency Reporting System CanDo is a Web-based, competency teaching and reporting system that was developed by the staff and students of the Arlington Public Schools working in conjunction with an industry software development partner and Virginia’s CTE Resource Center. CanDo helps teachers, students, and administrators monitor and report student achievement of state-mandated competencies by incorporating the entire Virginia database of task lists (Verso) for courses in Career and Technical Education. CanDo has been fully implemented in all 250 CTE classes in Arlington Public Schools, and this past spring was piloted by the eight superintendents’ regions of the Commonwealth. This session will demonstrate the classroom-tested CanDo software as it underscores best practices in competency-based education. Participants will gain a better understanding of CanDo and will learn how they might become CanDo users in their own school systems. This session will be repeated at 3:35 p.m. Presenters: David Welsh, CTE-STEM Curriculum Specialist, Arlington Career Center Dr. Jerry Caputo, Principal, Arlington Career Center Glenda Lewis, Technology Support Specialist, CTE Resource Center Lee Capps, Technology Support Specialist, CTE Resource Center
2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 4 Room E20 Career Development: Not for Counselors Only! One of the most important life decisions a student makes involves the career he/she will pursue. Because this decision is so critical, it cannot and should not be made in isolation or without adequate preparation and exploration. Career development is the responsibility not only of the school counselor but also the goal of all educators. Board members from the Virginia Career Development Association will discuss how everyone can be involved in the career decision-making process. Presenters: Don Landis, Career Coach, Piedmont Virginia Community College Manny Bartolotta, ELI Counselor, Northern Virginia Community College Ann Emerson, School-to-Career Specialist, Stafford County Public Schools
2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 5 Room E23a Partnerships that Benefit CTE: Reports from VCEF Mini-Grant Recipients The third-year recipients of Virginia Career Education Foundation (VCEF) mini-grants will share the results of their projects conducted in 2008-2009. Hear about work with "Alternative Fuels: Viable Solutions" from Prince George High School; "CTE: Open a World of Opportunity" video promotion by Lynchburg City Schools; and "Scholarships for Workforce Development Professional Competencies Course" from UVA. Applications will be available for the next round of mini-grants. Presenter: Emily Richardson, Ed.D., President, Virginia Career Education Foundation Randy Bullock, Susan Cash, and Barbara Kessler, VCEF Mini-grant Recipients
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2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 6 Room E21b Building Successful IT Career Cluster Models Through the Cisco Networking Academy The Cisco Networking Academy provides schools with strong tools to develop successful IT Career Cluster models. Courses taken in the Cisco Networking Academy satisfy IT, Business, and STEM cluster requirements and help schools build effective postsecondary pathways. At the same time, students learn skills to become Help Desk/Desktop Support/PC Technician and/or Network Technicians and align to industry certifications. Presenter: Gay Berryman, Instructor, Cisco Academy Training Center
2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 7 Room E11c Employer Expectations for the 21st Century Workforce “Engaging Business, Industry, and Government for Effective Partnership” Successful business, industry, government, and labor executives will share their perspectives on why partnerships involving employers, educators, and government in a continuous dialogue about workforce challenges, training needs, and business-identified solutions will provide for students’ effective transition from secondary to postsecondary education to career success. Facilitator: Harvey Crone, Director of Capitol Area Partners for Educational Reform (Tech Prep), J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College Panelists: Hugh Gouldthorpe Jr., Senior Vice President for Quality and Communications, Owens and Minor, Inc. Dr. Robert P. Leber, Director of Education and Workforce Development, Northrop Grumman Corp. The Honorable Daniel G. LeBlanc, Senior Advisor to the Governor for Workforce
2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 8 Room E25a Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow This session will provide an overview of the Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow (VTfT) program. Presenters will demonstrate VTfT curriculum strategies, discuss ways to integrate Future Educators Association (FEA) into the course, and share resources for use in the Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow classroom. It is designed for the teacher who is currently teaching or planning to teach the VTfT course. An opportunity to have questions answered and to network with other VTfT instructors will be included. This session will be repeated at 3:35 p.m. Presenters: Helen Fuqua, Program Specialist, Family and Consumer Sciences, Virginia Department of Education Sue Smith, Kecoughtan High School, Hampton City Public Schools Emily J. O'Connor, Gar-Field High School, Prince William County Public Schools Debbie Gordon, Hayfield Secondary School, Fairfax County Public Schools
2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 9 Room E11b Rigor and Relevance for ALL Students Highly successful schools have academically rigorous curricula that also incorporate real- world relevance. These schools understand that rigor, while essential, is not adequate to lead all students to high levels of achievement. This presentation will introduce the Rigor/Relevance Framework, created by the International Center for Leadership in Education. The framework provides guidance for both core academic and CTE teachers and is essential for engaging 21st century students. Presenter: James Warford, International Center for Leadership in Education
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2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 10 Room E10a Rigor, Relevancy, Relationships and Resources: Building the Case for Partnerships This session will include strategies on how to maximize school/business partnership benefits and develop relationships with businesses that support mutual goals, offering long-term, sustainable benefits for all students. The presentation will focus on the intersection of five topics: 1) The national focus on the need for improved academic achievement 2) The push from multiple fronts for school reform/redesign 3) How school reform/redesign can be a catalyst for partnerships 4) The benefits of school/business partnerships 5) Examples of successful partnership implementation strategies outlined in a how-to guide for school/business partnerships This session will be repeated at 3:35 p.m. Presenter: Jay T. Engeln, Consultant, National Association of Secondary School Principals, School Business Partnerships
2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 11 Room E23b P–16 Pipeline: Bringing All Tiers of Education to the Table Dr. Joanne Cashman will describe how state-level councils are working to align precollegiate and postsecondary education toward a common goal: a more seamless continuum that better prepares students for life, work, and further study. The councils bring people together from various levels of education, ranging from pre-school to college and beyond and often include representatives from state government, business, and the community. This session will be repeated at 3:35 p.m. Presenter: Dr. Joanne Cashman, Director of the IDEA Partnership, National Association of State Directors of Special Education, Alexandria
2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 12 Room B15a External Technical Assessment for CTE Completers: Is It Possible? External Technical Assessments provide critical data for improving programs and curricula and assuring that these programs are meeting the needs of industry. These assessments can be used to drive professional development and to recognize student achievement. Find out how to prepare for these assessments, why they are important and why, now more than ever, the data they produce is critical to maintaining Perkins resources to our schools. Presenter: Dr. John C. Foster, President/CEO, National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI), and the Whitener Group
2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 13 Room E22b Career and Technical Education: The Vision for the Future A panel discussion will detail the importance of networking for Career and Technical Education, ways to develop partnerships with community entities, assessing the direction of CTE, and developing the vision to get there. Panelists: Beth Downey, Instructional Coordinator, Business and Information Technology, Fairfax County Public Schools John Ledgerwood, Co-Vice-President, Public Policy, Virginia Association for Career and Technical Education Dr. Brenda Long, Co-Vice-President, Public Policy, Virginia Association for Career and Technical Education Richard Pulley, Liaison, Virginia Association for Career and Technical Education
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2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 14 Room B15b Is CTE a Top Priority in America? CTE has the ability to change lives, improve our standard of living, and simultaneously improve the economy. Through collaborative partnerships with business and industry, we see the way to improve our collective future. Is CTE the stepchild of the education system or the key to educational reform? Former Congressman John Peterson will address the historic status of CTE education and present avenues to change our educational priorities for the future. This session will be repeated at 3:35 p.m. Presenter: John E. Peterson; former U.S. Representative, Pennsylvania’s 5th District; Patron, Perkins Legislation
2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 15 Room E11a The Classroom of Choice: Giving Students What They Need and Getting What You Want This active and interactive workshop provides a compelling rationale for appealing to students’ intrinsic motivation instead of relying on the traditional carrot-and-stick approach. Participants in this workshop will learn specific classroom strategies they can use immediately to address the five components of intrinsic motivation, resulting in more engaged students, fewer disruptions, improved relationships, and better learning. This session will be repeated at 3:35 p.m. Presenter: Jonathan Erwin, President, Inspiration for Education; Educational Consultant; Author, The Classroom of Choice: Giving Students What They Need and Getting What You Want
2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 16 Room B12 Key Strategies to Developing an Advisory Program This session will provide information to assist schools that are interested in developing an advisory program for their students. Advisory programs provide opportunities for students to develop relationships with their teachers while learning study skills, college-entrance requirements, job skills, and exploring potential careers. Presenter: Julia Woodward, Social Studies Teacher/HSTW Site Coordinator, Dan River High School, Pittsylvania County Public Schools
2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 17 Room B19 Project-Based Learning: A Powerful Teaching Tool for Getting Students to Master Technical and Academic Standards What is project-based learning (PBL)? When and why should students do a project? This session will give an introduction to the “Seven A’s” that are the components of high-quality project-based learning. Participants will examine exemplars of PBL, and learn how to use the Seven A’s template to begin developing projects that are authentic, rigorous and meet state standards. Presenter: Lois J. Barnes, Director, State Services for School Improvement, Southern Regional Educational Board/High Schools That Work
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2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 18 Room E24a The Latest on Virginia's Workplace Readiness Skills For more than a decade, CTE has led Virginia and the nation in preparing students with skills for the workplace. To stay at the forefront in this important area, a major study has been done in the past year to examine, update, and improve the workplace readiness skills and the ways they are taught and assessed. This session will brief CTE administrators, teachers, and counselors (and all others attending, including employer partners) about the study, the upcoming changes, and what they might expect as the results of this study are put in place. A presentation on the study will be followed by extensive opportunities for Q&A. Preliminary materials and suggestions for ways to prepare for the coming changes will be included. This session will be repeated at 3:35 p.m. Presenters: Dr. Meredith Strohm Gunter, Outreach Director, Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service, University of Virginia Dr. Achsah Carrier, Senior Research Associate, Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service, University of Virginia
2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 19 Room E25b What Every CTE Teacher and Administrator Should Know: Working with Students Who Have Disabilities After attending this session, participants will know the major components of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) that guide a student who has a disability. At the secondary level, every IEP is a Transition IEP. They will also understand the role of working with students who have an employment plan with the Department of Rehabilitative Services. Participants will leave with insights into the language of transition, ethical issues surrounding confidentiality, and postsecondary and employment options. This session will be repeated at 3:35 p.m. Presenters: Marianne Moore, Middle/Secondary Transition Specialist, Virginia Department of Education Beth Somers, Transition Coordinator, Department of Rehabilitative Services
2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 20 Room E24b Disability Awareness and Etiquette The presenter will address the promotion of a positive attitude in the work environment by identifying common misconceptions related to working with persons who have a disability. Participants will take away information and tips on best practices for accommodations and communication with persons who have a disability. This session will be repeated at 3:35 p.m. Presenters: Michael Somers, Business Development Manager, Blue Ridge Region, Department of Rehabilitation Services Ethel Walker, Business Development Manager, Blue Ridge Region, Department of Rehabilitation Services
2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 21 Room E21a Stereotype Threat The challenge of changing our way of thinking about stereotypical roles requires us to reflect on our values and beliefs about our world. We tend to stereotype situations based on the biases created by these values and beliefs. Identifying and understanding our biases is an important first step toward changing our attitudes and behaviors, thereby changing how we stereotype our world. These stereotypes determine how we respond to situations. The power of negative stereotypes is believed to impact individuals’ performance and choices. The focus of this presentation is to begin to demonstrate how the role of gender impacts the choices and performance of our students. Presenter: P. J. Dempsey, Director, CTE Promotions, Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service, University of Virginia
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2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 22 Room E10d U.S. Department of Energy’s Real World Design Challenge: Enhancing the STEM Innovation Engine through K–12 Engineering The Department of Energy’s Real World Design Challenge aligns secondary education with 21st century work force needs and strengthens professional development for teachers by providing training. Mentors from National Laboratories, the FAA, industry, and higher education will provide support to teachers and students, using a Web-based global engineering backbone. The Real World Design Challenge is a prime example of how the government, private industry, and our educational system can work together to keep our work force the best in the world. The Real World Design Challenge “bridges the needs of industry with the future of education.” This session will be repeated at 3:35 p.m. Presenter: Dr. Ralph K. Coppola, Director of Global Government & Strategic Education Programs, Parametric Technology Corp.
2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 23 Room E21c Teachers Rock: Inspiring Students for Careers in Education Learn about the Virginia Department of Education's campaign to increase awareness of careers in education. The interactive presentation will feature information on Teachers Rock, a campaign to inspire students to consider teaching. Find out how you can use Teachers Rock tools and techniques to attract the next generation of the best and brightest educators. This session will be repeated at 3:35 p.m. Presenters: Dr. Patricia Amann, Education Specialist, Division of Teacher Education and Licensure, Virginia Department of Education Laura O’Brien, Consultant
2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 24 Room E10c Math Works: Making the Case for Higher-Level Math for All Students Achieve recently launched the Math Works advocacy kit, a set of materials that makes the case for why all students should take a rigorous mathematics curriculum in high school, regardless of their plans afterwards. Along with fact sheets, PowerPoint presentations, and a white paper, the kit includes a series of brochures that provide concrete examples of how advanced math skills are used in leading industries, such as information technology, civil engineering, advanced manufacturing, and health care. This session will provide an overview of the resources within the Math Works kit and explore the various uses for these materials. This session will be repeated at 3:35 p.m. Presenters: Sandy Boyd, Vice President, Strategic Communications and Outreach, Achieve Kate Blosveren, Senior Policy Analyst, Achieve
2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 25 Room B15c Virginia’s Proposed Economics and Personal Finance Standards of Learning Virginia’s revised Standards of Accreditation contain changes to Virginia's graduation requirements effective with students entering the ninth grade in 2010-2011. Students will be required to complete one credit in economics and personal finance to earn a Standard, Standard Technical, Advanced Studies, and Advanced Technical Diploma. In June 2009, the Board accepted for first review the proposed Economics and Personal Finance Standards of Learning. Participants in this session will review the proposed standards; learn about the next steps in the process to approve them; and discuss how school divisions might develop courses, identify materials to meet the requirement, and help teachers prepare to teach the course. This session will be repeated at 3:35 p.m. Presenter: Dr. Linda Wallinger, Assistant Superintendent for Instruction, Virginia Department of Education Facilitator: Judith Sams, Program Specialist, Business and Information Technology, Virginia Department of Education
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2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 26 Room B20 Where, Oh, Where Did All My Money Go? Personal Finance and Teens How many times have you heard this from teens? Ever think that money must really grow on trees? Teens never seem to have it but believe it will magically appear. This session focuses on helping teens face reality when it comes to money and the “money tree.” It includes activities and lessons for personal finance classes. Presenter: Dr. Sherry J. Roberts, Professor, Middle Tennessee State University
2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 27 Room B18 The Power of Parent and Family Involvement in Promoting CTE Opportunities—from Day One You know the power of parents and families to nurture, or to discourage, children’s dreams as early as their first day at school. We want parents and families to know that Virginia’s public schools’ Career and Technical Education programs provide solid, continuous opportunities for career exploration and preparation from middle school through graduation and beyond. Presenter: Stella Y. Edwards, Education Chair, Virginia PTA
2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 28 Room B16 Come Use a Four-Letter Word! Did that get your attention? As a teacher, do you ever wish you could get the attention of decision makers? Teachers can potentially have more influence on education decisions, but too often they don’t believe they can make a difference because they are just teachers. In this session, we will explore how teachers can work together to impact practice and policy. We’ll be using four-letter words to begin to develop your plan to lead. Presenter: Susan Graham, Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher, Stafford County Public Schools
2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 29 Room B13 Virginia’s Career Pathways System In December 2008, Virginia released its first multi-agency, statewide plan for Career Pathways. The plan was endorsed by Governor Tim Kaine and announced through statewide press releases. This session will describe the new statewide definition and goals of career pathways in Virginia, with a focus on the impact of the plan on secondary to postsecondary career pathway programs and services, including Tech Prep, career coaches, and Workforce Investment Act youth services. Presenters: Wendy Kang, Director, Workforce Development Research and Evaluation, Virginia Community College System Carmen Johansen, Associate for Academic Affairs and Planning, State Council of Higher Education for Virginia Randall Stamper, Specialist for Communications and Initiatives, Office of Adult Education and Literacy, Virginia Department of Education
2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 30 Room B11 Academic Career Plans, Technical Diplomas, and SOA Revisions: Implications for School Counselors in Tying It All Together This session will look into the new revisions to the Standards of Accreditation (SOA), including the Academic and Career Plan, and the Standard and Advanced Technical Diplomas. The presenter will discuss the role of the school counselor in utilizing Career Clusters with all students and the school counselor’s role in career development with students at all levels. Presenter: Joseph A. Wharff, School Counseling Connections Specialist, Office of Career and Technical Education, Virginia Department of Education
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2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 31 Room E22a CTE Administrative Planning Guide: Course, Completer, and Credential Information at Your Fingertips If you think the Administrative Planning Guide (APG) is strictly for administrators, take a closer look. The APG offers a wealth of information for teachers, school counselors, and administrators—all in a handy online application. Arranged by CTE program area, the APG is a repository for course numbers, course descriptions, career clusters and pathways, completer sequences, verified credit, diploma seals, and approved credentials. The APG can help you pinpoint the information you need when you need it. Presenters: George Willcox, CTE Cluster Coordinator, Office of Career and Technical Education, Virginia Department of Education Virginia Sowers, Writer/Editor, CTE Resource Center
2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 32 Room B14 Connecting Industry and Education: The National Center for Construction Education and Research Training Program The National Center for Construction Education and Research has developed a complete turnkey solution to partnering industry work force needs and educational programs. Find out how your programs can harness the success of proven industry training and develop stronger partnerships with local industry. Presenter: Liz Myhre, Representative, National Center for Construction Education and Research
2:05–3:05 p.m. Session 33 Room B22 The Virginia Army National Guard: Your Partner In Education The Virginia Army National Guard’s Partner in Education program connects schools, teachers, and students with free educational resources. These resources, which range from classroom presentations to programs for at-risk students, are designed to help students make wise decisions about their futures and prepare for life after the classroom. The programs benefit students by encouraging them to stay in school, choose a career path, apply for college, and prepare for life outside the classroom. Programs cover Career Mentoring, Partners in Education presentation, You Can, Career Direction, ASVAB Career Exploration, HUMVEE School, Heritage Outreach, and others. Presenter: Carlton L. Gray Sr., Education Liaison, Virginia Army National Guard
3:05–3:35 Break and Visit Exhibits
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 34 Room B11 Virginia's Career Coaches: Putting Students First! Now in its fourth year of implementation, the Virginia Community Colleges Career Coach Program has expanded to 105 coaches who are based in 150 high schools throughout the Commonwealth. Career coaches help students to prepare for college and careers through services such as goal setting and action planning, one-on-one and small group coaching, career assessments, and career and college research. Career coaches are also in a position to assist local schools with two career pathway initiatives: the Academic and Career Plans and the Virginia Education Wizard. Presenters: Scott Kemp, Career Pathways Coordinator, Workforce Development Services, Virginia Community College System Career Coach Team
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3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 35 Room B22 MMGW/HSTW Collaboration Site: Working Together to Create a Seamless Transition Cumberland Middle and High Schools will present strategies for meeting the Key Practices supported by High Schools That Work. Topics of discussion include Personalized Learning Communities, Career Pathways, Divisionwide Instructional Strategies and Advisement. Presenters: Carrington Light, MMGW Site Coordinator, Cumberland Middle School David Vezendy, 2008–2009 HSTW Site Coordinator, Cumberland High School Amanda Spalding, 2009–2010 HSTW Site Coordinator, Cumberland High School
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 36 Room B18 Traditionals to Millennials: Making the Most of Four Generations at Work…Together! Explore the workplace and classroom challenge of having four generations working side by side. This session will take an informative, often light-hearted look at the values, work styles, and learning styles of the four generations. Discussions will focus on strategies that will lead to cooperation rather than conflict. Presenter: Connie Rhoton, FCCLA Specialist
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 37 Room B17 The Virginia Education Wizard: Easing Access to Careers and Postsecondary Education The Virginia Education Wizard is a one-stop, online resource that brings together real-time and relevant information to guide students and their families in finding education and careers that match their interests—and enrolling in the right college programs that get them where they want to go. The tool, which includes a valuable career assessment that you can use with your students, serves as a new front door into postsecondary education, including helping families get the most value for their school dollars. Come learn more about the Virginia Education Wizard. Presenter: Dr. Craig Herndon, Director of Career and Educational Resources, Virginia Community College System
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 38 Room E22a Verso: Beyond the Task/Competency List If you’re using Verso simply to download task/competency lists, then you’re not taking full advantage of the instructional framework resources that are just a click away. Master the simple navigation steps that will transport you beyond the task/competency list into the universe of task definitions, process/skill questions, scenarios, design briefs, activities, and correlations to student organization competitive events and national standards. You may be surprised at what you’ve been missing in Verso. Presenter: Darren Morris, Writer/Editor, CTE Resource Center
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 39 Room E10b Project Based-Learning for 21st Century Learners Participants will learn and explore best practices in designing, assessing, and managing rigorous and relevant projects in Career and Technical Education using the methodology and tools of the Buck Institute for Education, the national leader in project-based-learning research, materials, and professional development. Presenter: David Ross, Director of Professional Development, Buck Institute for Education
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3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 40 Room B10 Virginia’s CanDo Web-Based Competency Reporting System CanDo is a Web-based, competency teaching and reporting system that was developed by the staff and students of the Arlington Public Schools working in conjunction with an industry software development partner and Virginia’s CTE Resource Center. CanDo helps teachers, students, and administrators monitor and report student achievement of state-mandated competencies by incorporating the entire Virginia database of task lists (Verso) for courses in Career and Technical Education. CanDo has been fully implemented in all 250 CTE classes in Arlington Public Schools, and this past spring was piloted by in the eight superintendent regions of the Commonwealth. This session will demonstrate the classroom-tested CanDo software as it underscores best practices in competency-based education. Participants will gain a better understanding of CanDo and will learn how they might become CanDo users in their own school systems. Presenters: David Welsh, CTE-STEM Curriculum Specialist, Arlington Career Center Dr. Jerry Caputo, Principal, Arlington Career Center Glenda Lewis, Technology Support Specialist, CTE Resource Center Lee Capps, Technology Support Specialist, CTE Resource Center
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 41 Room E25a Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow This session will provide an overview of the Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow (VTfT) program. Presenters will demonstrate VTfT curriculum strategies, discuss ways to integrate Future Educators Association (FEA) into the course, and share resources for use in the Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow classroom. It is designed for the teacher who is currently teaching or planning to teach the VTfT course. An opportunity to have questions answered and to network with other VTfT instructors will be included. Presenters: Helen Fuqua, Program Specialist, Family and Consumer Sciences, Virginia Department of Education Sue Smith, Kecoughtan High School, Hampton City Public Schools Emily J. O'Connor, Gar-Field High School, Prince William County Public Schools Debbie Gordon, Hayfield Secondary School, Fairfax County Public Schools
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 42 Room B15b Is CTE a Top Priority in America? CTE has the ability to change lives, improve our standard of living, AND simultaneously improve the economy. Through collaborative partnerships with business and industry we see the way to improve our collective future. Is CTE the stepchild of the education system or the key to educational reform? Former Congressman Peterson will address the historic status of CTE education and present avenues to change our educational priorities for the future. Presenter: John E. Peterson; Former U.S. Representative, Pennsylvania’s 5th District; Patron, Perkins Legislation
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 43 Room B14 Creating Future Leaders: A Student Perspective Come hear about one school’s journey in facilitating student leadership skills through project- based learning. Thinking outside of the box is critical when it comes to setting up project- based learning that facilitates student leadership skills by applying CTE competencies in real- life situations to enhance learning. We will give examples and a streamlined handout on how to create project-based learning activities. We want to emphasize the inclusion of other instructional departments through integrated lessons and the importance of developing active partnerships with business and community groups to provide a give and take relationship. Presenters: Jacki Lucki, Marketing Teacher, Cave Spring High School Sophie Skrobialowski-Wall, Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher, Cave Spring High School, Roanoke County Public Schools
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3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 44 Room E21b Tools for Success for A+ Certification Experience a curriculum that comes alive for students. Virtual learning tools and hands-on labs are used to supplement classroom learning. This dynamic curriculum changes as the CompTIA A+ certification test changes and provides students with the tools to challenge and pass the industry certification. Presenter: Glenn Wright, Instructor, Cisco Academy Training Center
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 45 Room B16 Cruise the Net on the Thinkfinity Tour Whether you’re taking a vacation or planning a lesson, sometimes there’s just too much of a good thing. Trolling the Web for teaching resources can be daunting, but with Thinkfinity as your personal travel guide, you can maximize your online searches. The Verizon Foundation sponsors this educational resource search engine that provides a buffet of complete lessons, references, printables, and interactives allowing teachers to walk away with a lesson or pull resources to support and enhance curriculum. Presenter: Dorleita Ballard, Teacher, Technology Resource, Stafford County Public Schools Susan Graham, Teacher, Family and Consumer Sciences, Stafford County Public Schools
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 46 Room E11b Preparing Today’s Students for a Changing World Today’s students will live and work in a world that is being changed dramatically by technology and globalization. These same forces are changing the young people in our classrooms as well. Vivid examples will be provided of how and why today’s students are different from previous generations and what this means for our classrooms if we want all students to have the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in this changing world. Presenter: James Warford, International Center for Leadership in Education
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 47 Room E10a Rigor, Relevancy, Relationships and Resources: Building the Case for Partnerships This session will include strategies on how to maximize school/business partnership benefits and develop relationships with businesses that support mutual goals, offering long-term, sustainable benefits for all students. The presentation will focus on the intersection of five topics: 1) The national focus on the need for improved academic achievement 2) The push from multiple fronts for school reform/redesign 3) How school reform/redesign can be a catalyst for partnerships 4) The benefits of school/business partnerships 5) Examples of successful partnership implementation strategies outlined in a how-to guide for school/business partnerships Presenter: Jay T. Engeln, Consultant, National Association of Secondary School Principals, School Business Partnerships
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 48 Room E20 Elements That Support the Success of Academic and Career Plans Research shows that students who put a career plan in place during their high school years are 47 percent more likely to complete a postsecondary program. Virginia has mandated that by 2010-2011 all seventh graders will begin an Academic and Career Plan. Learn how one jurisdiction has already successfully developed and implemented an Academic Career Program. Specific information will be shared on career-planning activities, lesson plans, coordination between levels, and stakeholder buy-in. Involving administrators, teachers, and counselors helps students understand the connection between school and work as well as the relationship between academic achievement and career opportunities. Presenter: Jill Garnett, Career Specialist, Albemarle High School, Albemarle County Public Schools
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3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 49 Room E23b P–16 Pipeline: Bringing All Tiers of Education to the Table Dr. Joanne Cashman will describe how state-level councils are working to align precollegiate and postsecondary education toward a common goal: a more seamless continuum that better prepares students for life, work, and further study. The councils bring people together from various levels of education, ranging from pre-school to college and beyond and often include representatives from state government, business, and the community. Presenter: Dr. Joanne Cashman, Director of the IDEA Partnership, National Association of State Directors of Special Education, Alexandria
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 50 Room B15a Improving Scores on Technical Assessments Third-party technical assessments are common across the country as well as in Virginia. We need data that demonstrates the positive impact that CTE programs have on the individual, the local work force, and the economy at large. Find out how you might use the data with your constituents, as well as resources and methods that others have used to improve technical assessment scores. Presenter: Dr. John C. Foster, President and CEO, National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI), and The Whitener Group
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 51 Room E11a The Classroom of Choice: Giving Students What They Need and Getting What You Want This active and interactive workshop provides a compelling rationale for appealing to students’ intrinsic motivation instead of relying on the traditional carrot-and-stick approach. Participants in this workshop will learn specific classroom strategies they can use immediately to address the five components of intrinsic motivation, resulting in more engaged students, fewer disruptions, improved relationships, and better learning. Presenter: Jonathan Erwin, President, Inspiration for Education; Educational Consultant; Author, The Classroom of Choice: Giving Students What They Need and Getting What You Want
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 52 Room B19 Step Away from the Podium! Active, Engaging Learning Strategies Are you drawn to the lectern as soon as you begin to teach? Are you working harder than your students are? “Step away from the podium!” Focusing on how we teach is as important to student learning and achievement as what we teach. Participants will learn and practice a variety of active, engaging strategies that will increase their repertoire of lesson plan activities. Presenter: Lois J. Barnes, Director, State Services for School Improvement, Southern Regional Educational Board/High Schools That Work
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 53 Room E24a The Latest on Virginia's Workplace Readiness Skills For more than a decade, CTE has led Virginia and the nation in preparing students with skills for the workplace. To stay at the forefront in this important area, a major study has been done in the past year to examine, update, and improve the workplace readiness skills and the ways they are taught and assessed. This session will brief CTE administrators, teachers, and counselors (and all others attending, including employer partners) about the study, the upcoming changes, and what they might expect as the results of this study are put in place. A presentation on the study will be followed by extensive opportunities for Q&A. Preliminary materials and suggestions for ways to prepare for the coming changes will be included. Presenters: Dr. Meredith Strohm Gunter, Outreach Director, Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service, University of Virginia Dr. Achsah Carrier, Senior Research Associate, Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service, University of Virginia
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3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 54 Room E25b What Every CTE Teacher and Administrator Should Know: Working with Students Who Have Disabilities After attending this session, participants will know the major components of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) that guide a student who has a disability. At the secondary level, every IEP is a Transition IEP. They will also understand the role of working with students who have an employment plan with the Department of Rehabilitative Services. Participants will leave with insights into the language of transition, ethical issues surrounding confidentiality, and postsecondary and employment options. Presenters: Marianne Moore, Middle/Secondary Transition Specialist, Virginia Department of Education Beth Somers, Transition Coordinator, Department of Rehabilitative Services
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 55 Room E22b Understanding by Design This session will give an overview of the Understanding by Design curriculum development process. Begin with the end in mind and know the big picture. This process provides students with a deeper understanding of the concepts they learn within the class. An ideal curriculum model for performance-based learning. Presenters: Kris Martini, Director, Career and Technical Education, Arlington County Public Schools John Ledgerwood, Supervisor, Technology Education, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 56 Room E24b Disability Awareness and Etiquette The presenter will address the promotion of a positive attitude in the work environment by identifying common misconceptions related to working with persons who have a disability. Participants will take away information and tips on best practices for accommodations and communication with persons who have a disability. Presenters: Michael Somers, Business Development Manager, Blue Ridge Region, Department of Rehabilitation Services Ethel Walker, Business Development Manager, Blue Ridge Region, Department of Rehabilitation Services
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 57 Room E23a Using Assistive Technology for Improved Career Outcomes Come explore assistive technology strategies and tools that will enhance your students’ vocational and/or career placements. See portable technologies that can be used for job placements. Learn about low-tech strategies for engaging your students with instruction. View online resources that will provide you with new tools to use daily. Presenter: Mona Pruett, Program Specialist – Assistive Technology and Severe Disabilities, Training and Technical Assistance Center, Virginia Commonwealth University
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 58 Room E21a Using GIS for Decision Making: A Picture Is Worth a Thousand Words The use of spatial information for administrative decision-making is a new and innovative concept. Spatial information ("place-based" information) is best represented using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technologies. Implementing a GIS program would assist staff and administrators in the analysis of information to recommend ways to improve efficiencies and achieve effectiveness in serving the needs of the division. From school attendance zoning, growth planning, and school bus routing to issues regarding graduation rates, gender and ethnicity trends, and local disparities, GIS can help accelerate the decision-making process because it provides a unique filter—geography—that can reduce the number of choices in a course of action. It helps decision makers quickly move from data to information to intelligence to wisdom, increasing decision speed and accuracy. Presenter: P. J. Dempsey, Director, CTE Promotions, Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service, University of Virginia
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3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 59 Room E10d U.S. Department of Energy’s Real World Design Challenge: Enhancing the STEM Innovation Engine through K–12 Engineering The Department of Energy’s Real World Design Challenge aligns secondary education with 21st century work force needs and strengthens professional development for teachers by providing training. Mentors from National Laboratories, the FAA, industry, and higher education will provide support to teachers and students, using a Web-based global engineering backbone. The Real World Design Challenge is a prime example of how the government, private industry, and our educational system can work together to keep our work force the best in the world. The Real World Design Challenge “bridges the needs of industry with the future of education.” Participants are provided staff development, science and engineering mentors, aviation challenge defined by industry, professional engineering tools, and over one million dollars in software donation. Presenter: Dr. Ralph K. Coppola, Director of Global Government & Strategic Education Programs, Parametric Technology Corp.
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 60 Room E21c Teachers Rock: Inspiring Students for Careers in Education Learn about the Virginia Department of Education's campaign to increase awareness of careers in education. The interactive presentation will feature information on Teachers Rock, a campaign to inspire students to consider teaching. Find out how you can use Teachers Rock tools and techniques to attract the next generation of the best and brightest educators. Presenters: Dr. Patricia Amann, Education Specialist, Division of Teacher Education and Licensure, Virginia Department of Education Laura O’Brien, Consultant
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 61 Room E10c Math Works: Making the Case for Higher-Level Math for All Students Achieve recently launched the Math Works advocacy kit, a set of materials that makes the case for why all students should take a rigorous mathematics curriculum in high school, regardless of their plans afterwards. Along with fact sheets, PowerPoint presentations, and a white paper, the kit includes a series of brochures that provide concrete examples of how advanced math skills are used in leading industries, such as information technology, civil engineering, advanced manufacturing, and health care. This session will provide an overview of the resources within the Math Works kit and explore the various uses for these materials. Presenters: Sandy Boyd, Vice President, Strategic Communications and Outreach, Achieve Kate Blosveren, Senior Policy Analyst, Achieve
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 62 Room B15c Virginia’s Proposed Economics and Personal Finance Standards of Learning Virginia’s revised Standards of Accreditation contain changes to Virginia's graduation requirements effective with students entering the ninth grade in 2010-2011. Students will be required to complete one credit in economics and personal finance to earn a Standard, Standard Technical, Advanced Studies, and Advanced Technical Diploma. In June 2009, the Board accepted for first review the proposed Economics and Personal Finance Standards of Learning. Participants in this session will review the proposed standards; learn about the next steps in the process to approve them; and discuss how school divisions might develop courses, identify materials to meet the requirement, and help teachers prepare to teach the course. Presenter: Dr. Linda Wallinger, Assistant Superintendent, Instruction, Virginia Department of Education Facilitator: Judith Sams, Program Specialist, Business and Information Technology, Virginia Department of Education
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3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 63 Room B20 Teaching Personal Finance to the “Plastic” Generation The “Plastic” generation is the group of students who are currently in high school and those behind them. They are the ones who have grown up with credit cards at their disposal and gift cards. In this session, participants will be given facts, lesson plans, and activities for teaching Personal Finance to the “Plastic” generation. Presenter: Dr. Sherry J. Roberts, Professor, Middle Tennessee State University
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 64 Room B12 Self-Directed Study Time (SDS) + ABC Not Yet = SUCCESS Looking for ways to find time to get students to redo work and get extra help? Come hear how one school found a way to provide the extra time needed to have students redo work at ABC quality and get small group tutoring. The SDS system has been copied by several area high schools. Learn about the SDS program and the possibilities for implementing it in your school or division. Presenters: Wendy Gonzalez, School Improvement Coach, Meadowbrook High School, Prince George County Public Schools Beverly Edwards, CTE Department Chair, Meadowbrook High School, Prince George County Public Schools
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 65 Room B13 Building Bridges for Our Youth This session will be delivered by a panel of individuals at the state and local level who are responsible for the implementation of the Workforce Investment Act’s (WIA) Shared Vision for Youth. Workshop participants will receive: • a brief overview of Virginia’s Workforce Development System and the WIA Youth Program Component; • examples of local innovative initiatives as a result of collaborative partnerships between WIA, CTE and other community partners; • recommendations for how they can get involved in the Shared Youth Vision; and • an opportunity to ask questions and exchange ideas on how we can build stronger bridges to connect our youth to career pathways and the resources they need to accomplish their goals in pursuit of their dreams. Presenters: Aida Pacheco, Coordinator Workforce Programs, Virginia Community College System Bill Dotson, Director, Wise Workforce Center Robert Bolling, Executive Director, William Byrd Community House, Richmond Linda Sheffield, Vice President, Adult Education and Grants, Southside Community College Dr. J. Joseph Johnson III, Executive Director, New Horizons Regional Education Center
3:35–4:35 p.m. Session 66 Room E11c External Testing for CTE in Virginia Session will discuss major aspects of the Virginia Credentialing Initiative with a focus on CTE technical skills assessment as required by Perkins IV legislation. Credentialing resources and related Webinars will be shared. Presenter: Gordon Creasy, Specialist, Industry Certification and Licensure, Virginia Department of Education
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Awards and Recognition Dinner
5:00–7:00 p.m. Exhibit Hall A Presiding
Dr. Patricia I. Wright, Superintendent of Public Instruction Virginia Department of Education Invocation
Robert Almond, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent Dinner
Message from the Governor
The Honorable Timothy M. Kaine, Governor Tim Kaine became the 70th Governor of Virginia on January 14, 2006. During Governor Kaine’s tenure, Virginia has been recognized as the most business-friendly state in America (Forbes.com 2006, 2007 and 2008; CNBC 2007), the top-performing state government in America (Governing Magazine, 2008) and the state where “a child is most likely to have a successful life” (Education Week, 2007).
Creating Excellence Awards
Elizabeth M. Russell, Director, Office of Career and Technical Education State winners are indicated with an asterisk (*). Advisory Committee Awards Presenters: Mike Mills, Judy Sorrell, and Sandy Hespe, Virginia CTE Advisory Committee Regional Advisory Committee School Division or Joint Technical Center Awards Region V The Massanutten Technical Center Foundation* Nominated by Massanutten Technical Center, Rockingham County Public Schools This year, the Foundation, whose members serve as the Massanutten Technical Center’s advisory committee, worked with the Center to develop an exciting marketing campaign to increase the visibility of career and technical education in the community. With the help of a professional photographer, 20 posters were developed, each highlighting a career program offered at Massanutten. Every school in Harrisonburg City and Rockingham County—four high schools, six middle schools, and 18 elementary schools—received a framed poster to hang in high-traffic areas. The photos were used in the Center’s newly designed brochures and course catalog and were also displayed at the annual Community Career Fair, with more than 4000 attendees.
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Business and Industry Awards Presenter: Dr. Emily Richardson, President, Virginia Career Education Foundation Regional Business and Industry Partnership School Division or Joint Technical Center Awards Region I Almost Angels; Friends Association of Children; Learning Tree; Kid Kampus Nominated by Henrico County Public Schools Springer Day Care is a high-quality, full-day preschool lab operated in conjunction with the Early Childhood Education program at Highland Springs Technical Center and is in its second year of operation. These business partners serve in an advisory capacity offering high school students practical guidance on establishing and operating a full-day preschool. Region II Sentara Obici Hospital* Nominated by Suffolk City Public Schools Suffolk Public Schools and Sentara Obici Hospital have worked in partnership for the past four years to provide clinical hands-on experiences to students enrolled in Introduction to Health Occupations. Clinical laboratory experiences are not required in this introductory course, so this opportunity for students to work in real health-care environments is unique. Region III Project Lead the Way, Northrop Grumman Pilot Mentoring Program Nominated by Gloucester County Public Schools Pairing of Project Lead the Way and Northrop Grumman engineers with teachers and students strengthens the link between industry and education. The power of personal mentoring by experienced, practicing engineers is invaluable for students, teachers, and, ultimately, for industry. Region IV Career Partners, Inc. Nominated by Culpeper County Public Schools Career Partners, Inc., is a nonprofit corporation made up of leaders from business, education, and government and is the result of an educational summit held in Culpeper in 1997. For 11 years, partners have been directly involved in a wide variety of programs that benefit area students, the most successful being the Apprentice Experience. Region V University of Virginia Community Credit Union Nominated by Louisa County Public Schools Jointly with the UVA Community Credit Union, Louisa County Public Schools opened a student- run branch of the credit union within Louisa County High School. After the Lion Nation Branch selected and trained four students in the summer of 2008, the doors opened in November. Region VI Carilion Clinic Roanoke Memorial Hospital Nominated by Roanoke Technical Education Center (ROTEC)—Kathleen Duncan, Health and Medical, Roanoke City Public Schools Representatives from Carilion Clinic sit on the ROTEC-CTE Advisory Council and the Health and Medical Sciences Cluster Committee. Additionally, they offer Health Assistant students a variety of clinical internship experiences, preparing them for postsecondary education. Region VII Ritter Lumber Company: Carl Rose and Darrel “Hoppy” Ringley Nominated by Dickenson County Career Center For 35 years, Ritter Lumber Company has partnered with the Dickenson Career Center, contributing finances, materials, delivery, information, and advice. Most recently, Ritter Lumber was instrumental in helping the Career Center build a beautiful new student center. Region VIII J. E. Burton Construction Company, Incorporated Nominated by Halifax County Public Schools Halifax County was selected as one of four school divisions in Virginia to participate in the U.S. Department of Energy’s “Real World Design Challenge” competition and was given the Pro-Engineer CAD software to perform their work. However, the school system lacked the necessary hardware to run this high-tech software, so they joined the Halifax Public Schools Education Foundation to find a partner. They looked no further than J. E. Burton, a graduate of the county, who agreed to provide the funding to equip the lab. Mr. Burton believes that “education is the backbone for economic growth for Halifax County.”
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Virginia Community College System Awards Presenter: Elizabeth Creamer, Director, Postsecondary Perkins/Tech Prep, Virginia Community College System Regional Business and Industry Partnership Community College Awards Hampton Roads Region Canon ITS Nominated by Tidewater Community College During the fall of 2008 and spring/summer of 2009, Tidewater Community College provided creative direction to help Canon ITS develop its own brand of e-learning and lead the way in design to become more competitive with national consultants. State Advisory Council/Committee Community College Award Hampton Roads Region Automotive Program Advisory Committee Nominated by Tidewater Community College Over the past several years, this advisory committee assisted the college in designing, building, and equipping its new 30,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art Regional Automotive Center. They also recommended and supported the development of new programs in Marine Diesel and a series of five career-studies certificates that lead to an associate degree in automotive technology. State Individual Educator Award Hampton Roads Region Thomas Stout, Program Head, Tidewater Community College Electromechanical Program Tom Stout’s expertise in shipbuilding and repair has made him a valuable link between Tidewater Community College and the shipbuilding industry. In cases where needed coursework did not exist, he helped craft academic programs to meet the industry needs. Virginia Department of Education Awards Presenter: Lan Neugent, Assistant Superintendent, Technology and Career Education, Virginia Department of Education Regional Group Awards Region I Melinda Gullotti and Regena Spurlock* Dental Occupations Department Chesterfield Technical Center, Chesterfield County Public Schools “Dental Service Project” Service was truly the key word for students and staff in the Chesterfield Technical Center’s Dental Occupations program. For the past two years, these volunteers traveled many miles to give thousands of people in Virginia and West Virginia a full range of dental treatments. In the Richmond area, students assisted staff with the Give-Kids-a-Smile-Day, cleaning teeth, administering fluoride treatments, and giving oral hygiene instruction to 1,300 children. That, is something to smile about! Region II Denise Wiggins and Sonya Coleman Teen Biz Reading Skills Improvement Pilot Program Norfolk Technical Center, Norfolk City Public Schools “Reading Skills Improvement through CTE Classes” TeenBiz, a SOL-correlated, Web-based reading program was designed to dispel the misconception that CTE classes detract from students’ core academic learning. The program guarantees an improvement of at least one reading level for students who participate for 40 concurrent sessions. Region IV Supported Work and Transition Program (SWAT) Arlington Career Center, Arlington County Public Schools “The SWAT Brown Lunch Project” “The SWAT Brown Lunch Project” was created to support 18- to 22-year-old students with disabilities by strengthening their independent working and living skills. The program is a lunchtime school business wherein students fill orders for sandwiches and salads a few days a week for staff, school organizations, and departments.
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Region V Mike Davis and Rebecca Holloway Spotswood High School, Rockingham County Public Schools “Seatbelt Safety Week: FFA and Skills USA” Seatbelt Safety Week was created to honor Spotswood student and fire department volunteer Roy Smith, who lost his life while responding to an emergency call. To underscore the importance of wearing a seatbelt, FFA and SkillsUSA students designed a week of activities to educate students about the importance of buckling up. Region VI Sandy Beyers, Bonnie Pollock, and Bud McWhorter Roanoke County Central Middle School, Roanoke County Public Schools “Positive/Possible Selves” This yearlong class for sixth graders was truly unique and rewarding. Activities focused on three major areas: dreams, expectations, goals, and careers; social skills; and test taking. While doing such things as baking biscuits for rescued dogs, learning about persons with disabilities, and storytelling, students found a zest for learning, giving to others, and achieving their dreams. Region VII Faculty and Staff of the Smyth Career and Technology Center Smyth Career and Technology Center, Smyth County Public Schools “Community Day and Car Show” This first annual event was designed to inform the community about course offerings and programs that allow students to enter the work force immediately upon high school graduation, fully licensed or credentialed and/or with dual credit hours that transfer to a community college or a four-year university. Nontraditional enrollment is also encouraged. Region VIII Chrystal Harris, Karen Osborne, Shelia Beck, Remona Tomka, and Stephanie Carter Parkview High School/Bluestone High School, Mecklenburg County Public Schools “Google It! Connecting and Collaborating with Google Docs in CTE” In an effort to encourage teachers across the county to try Google Docs, Mecklenburg County Public Schools hired Shelia Beck to spearhead a variety of projects using Google’s free Web- based word processor, spreadsheet, and presentation software. Google Docs allows users to collaborate with other users in any geographic location on the same document in real time. Regional Individual Awards Region I Daniel Stooks and Bruce Watson Varina High School, Henrico County Public Schools “Using Technology for Recruiting Teachers in Technology Education” In 2007, Daniel Stooks and Bruce Watson designed an Internet-based teacher recruiting approach that uses a two-way audio/video connection to exchange information between teacher candidates and Henrico County Public Schools’ hiring staff. As a result of this technology, implemented in 2008, more candidates can be reached, and traveling expenses are eliminated. Region II Karen P. Jewette Deep Creek High School, Chesapeake City Public Schools “Support Fashions for People with Disabilities” Last summer, Karen Jewette, Marketing and Education for Employment teacher, produced a back-to-school fashion show to educate the community, retailers, and designers about the need for better clothing options for teenagers with disabilities. Region IV Mike McGhee Arlington Career Center, Arlington County Public Schools “Dual Enrollment with the Automotive Technology Program through the Governor’s Career and Technical Academy of Arlington” The Career Center’s award-winning Automotive Youth Education Systems program, led by instructor Mike McGhee, was the first to be certified to offer dual enrollment credits from Northern Virginia Community College to students who are still in high school and enrolled in the automotive program.
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Region V Julie Cassetta Spotswood High School, Rockingham County Public Schools “Preventing Bullying and Sexual Harassment” With the goal of creating school environments in which students feel safe, teacher Julie Cassetta spearheaded a training program by the Collins Center, a local nonprofit organization that treats victims of violence and sexual abuse. Through the program, 18 of her DECA students have become peer educators and are counseling local eighth and ninth graders. Region VI Melany Stowe* Henry County High School, Henry County Public Schools “Career Hub” Faced with catastrophic economic stress in the wake of manufacturing job losses over the past 10 years, compounded by a 25 percent high school dropout rate, Henry County Schools’ career development coordinator, Melany Stowe, partnered with school officials, the business community, and the local higher educational institutions to improve career development. As a result of Ms. Stowe’s efforts, Henry County Public Schools began operation of the Career Hub—a storefront at the local mall. In the first three months of operation, the Career Hub provided career-development services to more than 1,000 students and parents, offering new hope for educational and career growth within the whole community. Region VII Sandra L. Kelly Giles County Technology Center, Giles County Public Schools “Governor’s Cup ‘Real World Design Challenge’” Sandra Kelly’s students, using professional engineering software, participated in a state challenge by redesigning an existing aircraft to maximize its fuel efficiency and meet specific performance capabilities. This project supported the objectives of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education. Region VIII Christopher Clarke Park View High School, Mecklenburg County Public Schools “Collaborating, Team Building, and Competition in a Global Economy: The Marketing Championship Series” Marketing teacher Christopher Clarke created a new project modeled after Donald Trump’s “The Apprentice” program and charged students with problem solving to help businesses survive the current economic challenges. Students worked together to design a new marketing plan and to reconfigure a product mix for a major toy company.
Governor’s CTE Exemplary Standards Awards The Honorable Thomas R. Morris, Secretary of Education, Office of the Governor, Commonwealth of Virginia Presenter: Dr. Emily Richardson, President, Virginia Career Education Foundation The award, established through Virginia's National Governors Association (NGA) grant, recognizes individual career and technical education (CTE) programs that meet the rigorous standards for exemplary CTE programs in Virginia. Congratulations to the first Governor's CTE Exemplary Standards Awards winners: Automotive Technology Program, Virginia Beach Technical and Career Education Center, Virginia Beach City Public Schools (teachers Mark Maund and Wayne Champigny) Cosmetology Program, Edison High School Academy, Fairfax County Public Schools (teacher Soussan Bayati) Early Childhood Education Program, Arlington Career Center, Arlington County Public Schools, (teachers Ruth Bilodeau and Carol Show) "I congratulate these teachers, and programs, for their fine work and for setting the standard for career and technical education in the Commonwealth," Governor Kaine said. "These programs have developed creative ways to meet 21st century workforce needs that will help our students succeed and by extension will help all of us in Virginia."
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Eight programs submitted documentation showing how they met the required Virginia standards. Following reviews of the documentation, the three programs with the highest ratings received site visits that included classroom observations and interviews with students, teachers, administrators, graduates, and employers. Winners will receive a $5,000 cash award for continued program improvement, banners to display in the school, and other recognition items. The Governor's Exemplary Standards Award program is a continuous quality improvement process engaging K-12 and higher education; the business community; and state, regional, and local officials. The opportunity to earn this distinction creates an incentive for programs to meet high academic standards and improve other measures of program quality, strengthens partnerships and alignment with postsecondary education and industry, and demonstrates relevant and positive outcomes. Programs earning this distinction will form a growing network of exemplary programs to share best practices with each other and with other programs striving for the designation. The program is administered by the Virginia Career Education Foundation. Appreciation is extended to the Secretary of Education, the Virginia Department of Education, members of the state steering committee, and to the individuals who served on the site visit teams. Visit www.vcef.net for more information.
Recognition of Retired Members of the Career and Technical Education Advisory Committee
Elizabeth M. Russell Closing Remarks
Dr. Patricia I. Wright
Buses will return participants to their hotels at the end of the Awards and Recognition Dinner.
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Exhibitors
Please visit the following exhibitors, whose products and services will be on display in Event Hall B Tuesday from 8:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Achieve 3000 NOCTI and The Whitener Group Amtek Company, Inc. Parallax, Inc. Applied Technologies Parametric Technology Corporation Beau Ties Paxton/Patterson Camcor, Inc. Pearson Career and Technology Career Cruising Realityworks CDX Global Rex Lumber Company Cengage Learning RM Education Certiport, Inc. Ronald A. Williams, Ltd. CEV Multimedia SkillsUSA Virginia Cisco Student Paths Council for Economic Education Teachers Rock, Virginia Department of CTE Resource Center Education DeVry University Technology Education Concepts, Inc. Digital Overdrive Texthelp Systems, Inc. Diversified Educational Systems, Inc. Total Sportswear Solutions, LLC E-Consulting 101, Inc. Virginia Career View ECPI Technical College Medical Careers Institute Verizon Wireless EMC Publishing Virginia Army National Guard First Investors Corporation Virginia Association for Career and Technical Glencoe / McGraw-Hill Education Goodheart-Willcox Publisher Virginia Association of Marketing Educators Henthorn & Assocates Virginia Diner, Inc. Home Team Logo Virginia Division of Securities Kunz, Inc. Virginia Career Education Foundation Lakeshore Learning Materials Virginia Cooperative Extension MatchWare, Inc. Virginia Council on Economic Education Midwest Technology Products Virginia Division of Securities MODSIM World 2009 Virginia Tech National Technical Honor Society Virginia TSA NCCER/Pearson WeSeed
Sponsors
The following sponsors are recognized for their donations to the 2009 Career and Technical Education Summer Professional Development Institute: Crowne Plaza Richmond Diversified Educational Systems, Inc. Holiday Inn Select/Koger South NOCTI Omni Richmond Rex Lumber Company Westin Richmond
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Acknowledgments
Thanks to the following individuals for their assistance in planning and organizing the 2009 Career and Technical Education Summer Professional Development Institute. Virginia Department of Education Dr. Patricia I. Wright, Superintendent of Public Instruction Lan Neugent, Assistant Superintendent for Technology and Career Education Dr. Linda M. Wallinger, Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Robert Almond, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent Office of Career and Technical Education Services Elizabeth M. Russell, Director George R. Willcox, CTE Career Cluster Coordinator and Institute Lead Anne Rowe, CTE Career Cluster Coordinator Sharon Acuff, Specialist, Marketing Dr. Glenn A. Anderson, Specialist, Agricultural Education Dr. Lynn Basham, Specialist, Technology Education Sallie Carmichael, Administrative Support Samantha Childress, Administrative Support Gordon Creasy, Specialist, Industry Certification and Licensure W. Terry Dougherty, Grants Administrator Helen Fuqua, Specialist, Family and Consumer Sciences Sandra Johnson, Executive Secretary Senior April Raynor, Administrative Support Judith Sams, Specialist, Business and Information Technology Joy Spencer, Administrative Support Edward Sullivan, Specialist, Trade and Industrial Education JoAnn Wakelyn, Specialist, Health and Medical Sciences Barbara Weedon, Administrative Support Joseph Wharff, Specialist, Career Connections Connie Williams, Coordinator, High Schools That Work Office of Federal Program Monitoring Bonnie English, Monitoring Specialist, Special Education and Civil Rights Office of Special Education Instructional Services Marianne Moore, Special Education–Middle/Secondary Transition Office of Middle and High School Instructional Services Dr. Lois Williams, STEM Coordinator CTE Institute Planning Committee Virginia Association of Agricultural Educators (VAAE) Darryl Holland, VAAE President, Henry County Public Schools David Balderson, VAAE Conference Contact, Hanover County Public Schools Virginia Business Education Association (VBEA) Robin Albrecht, VBEA President, Manassas City Public Schools Dana Dingell, VBEA Conference Contact, Fairfax County Public Schools Career Connections Michele Coffman, Career Specialist, Alexandria City Public Schools Virginia Health Occupations Education Association (VHOEA) Burma Bell, VHOEA President, Norfolk City Public Schools Rita Griffith, VHOEA Contract Representative, Chesterfield County Public Schools Michele Wright, VHOEA Vice-President, Greensville County Public Schools Virginia Association for Teachers of Family and Consumer Sciences (VATFACS) Kelly Thompson, VATFACS President, Augusta County Public Schools Kathy Bohnsack, VATFACS Conference Contact, Loudoun County Public Schools Virginia Association of Marketing Educators (VAME) Pat Edwards, VAME President, Fairfax County Public Schools Jane Ward, VAME Conference Contact Cheryl Montijo, VAME Conference Contact Virginia Technology Education Association (VTEA) Jesse White, VTEA Immediate Past President, Hampton City Public Schools E. Henry Hurlburt II, VTEA Conference Contact, Henrico County Public Schools Bruce Watson, Conference Chair, Henrico County Public Schools
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Virginia Association of Trade and Industrial Educators (VATIE) Sidney Delepine, VATIE President, Virginia Beach City Public Schools James Bushong, Conference Manager, Botetourt County Public Schools Virginia Association for Career and Technical Education—Special Needs Division (VACTE-SND) Michele Coffman, Career Specialist, T. C. Williams High School, Alexandria City Public Schools Beth Cordle-Somers, Transition Coordinator, Department of Rehabilitative Services Jean Stevenson, Department of Rehabilitative Services Virginia Career and Technical Student Organization Specialists TBA, DECA Specialist, Piedmont Virginia Community College Sandy Mills, FBLA/PBL Specialist, Lord Fairfax Community College Connie Rhoton, FCCLA Specialist, Mountain Empire Community College Andy Seibel, FFA Specialist, Virginia Tech Ann Craddock, HOSA Specialist, Piedmont Virginia Community College LaTasha Watson, TSA Specialist, Virginia State University David Rathbone, SkillsUSA Virginia Specialist, New River Community College Virginia Tech Office of Continuing and Professional Education Donna Raines, Program Manager Dr. Brenda Long, Director, 2009 CTE Summer Professional Development Institute Holly Wimmer-McClanahan, Program Coordinator Emily York, Registrar Dinah Girma, Registrar Nancy Rakes, Registrar Richmond Convention and Visitors Bureau Mary Kay Ayscue, National Sales Manager Doretha Wiggins, Convention Services Manager Virginia Community College System Elizabeth Creamer, Director, Postsecondary Perkins/Tech Prep Scott Kemp, Career Pathways Coordinator Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service, University of Virginia Meredith Gunter, Director of Outreach Pamela J. Dempsey, Director, CTE Promotions Virginia Department of Correctional Education D. Wayne Bennett, Deputy Superintendent for Career and Technical Education Virginia Career Education Foundation Dr. Emily Richardson, President Virginia Advisory Committee for Career and Technical Education Daisy Stewart, Associate Professor and Associate Director, Virginia Tech Sandy Hespe, Supervisor, Career and Technical Education, York County Public Schools Virginia Career View Dr. Mary Amtower, Research Assistant Professor Melinda Hayes Virginia Association for Career and Technical Education Dr. Dennis D. Parsons, Director, CTE, Spotsylvania County Public Schools Beth Downey, Supervisor, Business and Information Technology, Fairfax County Public Schools Cara L. LeGrys, Supervisor, Loudoun County Public Schools CTE Resource Center Peggy Watson, Administrative Coordinator Laura J. Beaton, Writer/Editor Mary C. Grattan, Librarian/Editor Darren E. Morris, Writer/Editor Nathan K. Pope, Writer/Editor Virginia Sowers, Writer/Editor Bruce B. Stevens, Writer/Editor Karen T. Westermann, Writer/Editor Linda L. Ford, Administrative Assistant Earline M. Coleman, Secretary Glenda C. Lewis, Technology Support Specialist III J. Lee Capps, Technology Support Specialist IV
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We gratefully acknowledge the support and help of the following 2008–2009 professional organization boards in planning and supporting the institute. Virginia Association for Career and Technical Education (VACTE) Dr. Dennis D. Parsons, President, Spotsylvania County Public Schools Beth Downey, President-Elect, Fairfax County Public Schools Marianne Moore, Vice President for Membership, Virginia Department of Education John Ledgerwood, Vice President for Public Policy, Virginia Technology Education Association (VTEA) Board Representative, Virginia Beach City Public Schools Dr. Brenda D. Long, Vice President for Public Policy, Virginia Tech Office of Continuing and Professional Education Ann L. Wingen, Secretary, Chesterfield County Public Schools Chad A. Maclin, Treasurer, Fairfax County Public Schools Ken Anderson, Past President, Virginia Beach City Public Schools Roger Johnson, Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) Region II Representative, Roanoke County Public Schools George Willcox, Department of Education Representative Darryl Holland, Virginia Association of Agricultural Education Representative and President of VAAE, Henry County Public Schools Teresa Simpson, Virginia Association of Career and Technical Education Administrators (VACTEA) Board Representative, Essex County Public Schools Pat Edwards, Virginia Association of Marketing Educators (VAME) Board Representative and President of VAME, Fairfax County Public Schools Linda Spruill, Virginia Association for Teachers of Family and Consumer Sciences (VATFACS) Board Representative, Virginia Beach City Public Schools Sidney Delepine, Virginia Association of Trade and Industrial Educators (VATIE) Board Representative and President of VATIE, Virginia Beach City Public Schools Herb Snapp, Virginia Association of Career and Technical Education Special Needs Personnel (VACTE-SND) Representative, Roanoke County Public Schools Brian Stagliano, Virginia Business Education Association (VBEA) Board Representative, Fairfax County Public Schools Rita Griffith, RN, Virginia Health Occupations Education Association (VHOEA) Board Representative, Chesterfield County Public Schools Virginia Association for Agricultural Educators (VAAE) Darryl Holland, President, Henry County Public Schools Jeff Wilt, President-Elect, Frederick County Public Schools Brian Alexander, Past-President, Wythe County Public Schools Laura Grove, Secretary, Pulaski County Public Schools Ron Byrd, Executive Secretary, Virginia Tech Alan Webb, Appalachian Vice President, Carroll County Public Schools Heidi Martin, Central Vice President, Spotsylvania County Public Schools Teresa Lindberg, Eastern Vice President, Greensville County Public Schools Jaclyn Roller, Northern Vice President, Shenandoah County Public Schools Jason Ince, Southside Vice President, Pittsylvania County Public Schools Virginia Business Education Association (VBEA) Robin Albrecht, President, Manassas City Public Schools Shirley Cash, President-Elect, Manassas City Public Schools Phyllis Gandy, Past President, Arlington County Public Schools Sherri Chapman, Secretary, Harrisonburg City Public Schools Rhonda S. J. Doak, Treasurer, Virginia Beach City Public Schools Dana Dingell, Vice President, Fairfax County Public Schools Linda Davis, Community College Representative, Virginia Western Community College Cheryl Davis, College and University Representative, Longwood University Eleanor Bowler, Germanna Regional Representative, Spotsylvania County Public Schools Charlene Alexander Taylor, J. Sargeant Reynolds Regional Representative, Richmond City Public Schools Mary Beth Blessing, Longwood Regional Representative, Prince Edward County Public Schools Shellie Hartley, New River Regional Representative, Bland County Public Schools Mark Campbell, Northern Virginia Regional Representative, Fairfax County Public Schools Christy Sellers, Virginia Western Regional Representative, Martinsville City Public Schools Tammy Bullock, Shenandoah Regional Representative, Loudoun County Public Schools Zanette McMillan, Thomas Nelson Regional Representative, York County Public Schools Toinette Outland, Tidewater Regional Representative, Norfolk City Public Schools Sherry Allen, UVA’s College at Wise Regional Representative, Russell County Public Schools Yvonne Mullins, VSU Regional Representative, Chesterfield County Public Schools Glenna Hensdill, Great Ideas Chair, Wise County Public Schools Beth Downey, Student Scholarships, Fairfax County Public Schools Anne Baker, Newsletter Editor, Wise County Public Schools
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Betty Humphreys, SBEA/NBEA Representative, Business and Economics Department, UVA’s College at Wise Brian Stagliano, ACTE/VACTE Representative, Fairfax County Public Schools Judy Pine, Publications/Advertising Chair, Hampton City Public Schools Malinda Hogan, Special Recognitions Chair, Spotsylvania County Public Schools Nancy Dolan, Legislative Chair, Fairfax County Public Schools Sandy Carter Mills, FBLA/PBL Specialist, Lord Fairfax Community College Judith Sams, VBEA Agent and Professional Scholarships, Virginia Department of Education B. Anne Rowe, Ex-Officio, Virginia Department of Education Robert Almond, VBEA Consultant to the Board, Virginia Department of Education Special thanks to the following whose generous contributions helped to ensure a successful 2009 conference: Henrico County Public Schools Cengage Learning – Southwestern/Course Technology/Delmar CTE Resource Center Mississippi State University Karen Schmohe, Editor, Cengage Learning Virginia Department of Education Business and Information Technology—VDOE/VBEA Conference Planning Committee Virginia Business Education Association (VBEA) Board Members, led by Robin Albrecht, President; Dana Dingell, Vice President and Conference Planner; and Shirley Cash, President-Elect Judith Sams, Program Specialist, Business and Information Technology, Virginia Department of Education Karen Schmohe, Cengage Learning Zach James, Cengage Learning Tate Swecker, Glencoe/McGraw Hill Special Appreciation for providing, organizing, and supervising industry certification academies, testing, and hands-on technology workshops goes to: Judith Sams, Program Specialist, Business and Information Technology, Virginia Department of Education Mary T. Eckert, Business and Marketing Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools Henrico County Public Schools Principals and staff, Hermitage High School Principals and staff, Hermitage Technical Center Principals and staff, J. R. Tucker High School Principals and staff, Mills E. Godwin High School Virginia Association of Teachers of Family and Consumer Sciences (VATFACS) Kelly M. Thompson, President, Augusta County Public Schools Gloria Harmon, Past-President, Roanoke County Public Schools Kay Gramling, President-Elect, Virginia Beach City Public Schools Debra Haas, Vice President, Loudoun County Public Schools Lynn Margheim, Reporter, Montgomery County Public Schools Kathy Strickler, Administrative Assistant/Treasurer, Stafford County Public Schools Ritchie DeBruler, Secretary, Fairfax County Public Schools Linda Spruill, VACTE Representative, Virginia Beach City Public Schools Helen Fuqua, Department of Education Advisor to the Board, Virginia Department of Education Virginia Health Occupations Education Association (VHOEA) Burma Bell, President, Norfolk City Public Schools Michele Wright, President-Elect and Region I Director, Greensville County Public Schools Rosa Abbott, Secretary, Virginia Beach City Public Schools Ercelle Vann, Treasurer, Southampton County Public Schools Barbara Anderson, Region II Director, Virginia Beach City Public Schools (retired) Deborah Wright, Region V Director, Lexington City Public Schools Jack Guilliams, Region V1 Director, Roanoke City Public Schools Patty Tilley, Region VII Director, Pulaski County Public Schools Rita Griffith, VACTE Representative, Chesterfield County Public Schools Regina Artz, Legislative Committee, Chesapeake City Public Schools Kathy Jones, Communications/Publications, Chesapeake City Public Schools Denese Gillis, Resolutions/Awards Committee, Hampton City Public Schools Virginia Association of Marketing Educators (VAME) Pat Edwards, President, Fairfax County Public Schools Sandy Atkinson, Past-President, Franklin County Public Schools Richard Totten, President-Elect, Hanover County Public Schools Jean Draper, Secretary, Hanover County Public Schools Katy Roche, Treasurer, Spotsylvania County Public Schools Winnie Totten, Public Relations, Hanover County Public Schools Donna Marinus, Western Area Vice President, Tazewell County Public Schools
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Susan Louis, Northern Area Vice President, Fairfax County Public Schools (retired) Helen Stahl, Eastern Area Vice President, Williamsburg/James City County Public Schools Sharon Acuff, Ex-Officio, Virginia Department of Education Virginia Technology Education Association (VTEA) Rick Dyer, President, Norfolk City Public Schools Ron Vickers, President-Elect, Page County Public Schools Jesse W. White, Past President, Hampton City Public Schools Connie Yeatts, Vice President, Pittsylvania County Public Schools Georgette Yakman, Secretary, Pulaski County Public Schools E. Henry Hurlburt II, Executive Secretary/Treasurer, Henrico County Public Schools LaTasha Watson, South Central Regional President, Virginia TSA Chuchun Tsai, Northern Regional President, Fairfax County Public Schools Victor Terry, Blue Ridge Regional President, Botetourt County Public Schools Parkis Kennedy, Southwestern Regional President, Washington County Public Schools Charles Cherry, Tidewater Regional President, Hampton City Public Schools Dub Stansberry, Valley Regional President, Harrisonburg City Public Schools Mohamad Barbarji, ITEA Affiliate Representative, Town of West Point Public Schools Dr. Lynn Basham, Specialist, Technology Education, Virginia Department of Education George R. Willcox, Ex-Officio, Virginia Department of Education The following Technology Education teachers from Henrico County Public Schools were involved in planning the Institute: John Allen, Highland Springs High School Bob Bestafka, Hermitage High School Mark Bierly, Hermitage High School Jason Ciaschi, J. R. Tucker High School Terrry Daniels, J. R. Tucker High School Justin Gage, Varina High School William Gradwell, Douglas Freeman High School Kenaz Greene, Henrico High School Tim Greenway, Varina High School Shawn Gross, Deep Run High School Brandon Hardy, Henrico High School Zach Herbert, Moody Middle School Henry Hurlburt II, Mills E. Godwin High School Paul Kimball, Highland Springs High School Anthony LaRocca, Elko Middle School Rick Long, Pocahontas Middle School Julie Norris, J. R. Tucker High School Mickey Peters, Henrico High School Frank Scott, Douglas Freeman High School Jeremy Stacey, Elko Middle School Kathleen F. Stansbury, Mount Vernon Middle School Daniel Stooks, Varina High School Sam Turner, Short Pump Middle School Bruce Watson, Technology Education Supervisor Virginia Association of Trade and Industrial Educators (VATIE) Sidney Delepine, President, Virginia Beach City Public Schools Rose Blevins, President-Elect, Hampton City Public Schools Sondra S. Massie, Past President, Buckingham County Public Schools Sally M. Bolling, Secretary, Russell County Public Schools Robert T. Shanks, Treasurer, Virginia Beach City Public Schools Ken Anderson, Financial Officer, Virginia Beach City Public Schools James Bushong, Conference Manager, Botetourt County Public Schools David Rathbone, SkillsUSA Virginia Specialist, New River Community College, Dublin Virginia Association for Career and Technical Education—Special Needs Division (VACTE-SND) Karen LaBell, President, Loudoun County Public Schools Melissa Hartman, Past President, Loudoun County Public Schools Herb Snapp, Treasurer, Roanoke County Public Schools Betsy Coffey-Chaudet, Secretary, Loudoun County Public Schools Scott Kemp, Membership, Virginia Community College System Susan Asselin, Higher Education, Virginia Tech Melissa Skaggs, Fundraising, Chesapeake City Public Schools Joseph Wharff, Virginia Department of Education Representative Doris Seal, Central Regional Representative Al Skaggs, Tidewater Regional Representative
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Workshop Facilitators In addition to the staff members listed in the Program Planners, we would like to thank the following people for serving as session facilitators on August 4. Delrose Adkinson, Hampton City Public Schools Bryant Allen, Richmond City Public Schools John L. Allen, Henrico County Public Schools Edith C. Allyn, Spotsylvania County Public Schools Anne M. Baker, Wise County Public Schools Lisa K. Baynes, PIttsylvania County Public Schools Jureen Benjamin, Arlington County Public Schools Diane B. Birch, Fairfax County Public Schools Rose M. Blevins, Hampton City Public Schools Kathleen J. Bohnsack, Loudoun County Public Schools Sally Bolling, Russell County Career & Technology Center Stacy Bradshaw, Chesterfield County Public Schools Kathleen C. Buchanan, Augusta County Public Schools Kathleen M. Burant, Stafford County Public Schools Suzanne M. Campbell, King William County Public Schools Jean Campbell-Kuhn, Galax City Public Schools James Carney, Richmond City Public Schools Evelena Carter, Norfolk City Public Schools Katrina Carter, Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools John O. Clarke, Henrico County Public Schools Anne L. Colleran, Craig County Public Schools Brenda J. Collins, Wise County Public Schools Maureen A. Crane, Appomattox County Public Schools Cheryl F. Davis, Appomattox County Public Schools Thomas R. Dulaney, Virginia Beach City Public Schools Marjorie Z. Gardner, Henrico County Public Schools Janice Gautier, Giles County Public Schools Veronica A. Gibson, Henrico County Public Schools Mary B. Gilbert, Waynesboro City Public Schools Rita M. Gimbel, Pittsylvania County Public Schools Kimberly Grant, Newport News City Public Schools Betsy Hall, Smyth County Public Schools Barbara Hancock-Henley, Chesterfield County Public Schools Lucinda W. Harris, Portsmouth City Public Schools Yvette M. Hart, Henrico County Public Schools Shellie Hartley, Bland County Public Schools Sherry Hildebrandt, Hampton City Public Schools Sandra E. Holland-King, Spotsylvania County Public Schools Mauricee Holmes, Richmond City Public Schools Aaron J. Horton, Galax City Public Schools Diane N. Hunter, Arlington County Public Schools Karen P. Jewette, Chesapeake City Public Schools Justine G. Jones, Richmond City Public Schools Sandra Jones, Fairfax County Public Schools Brandon C. Lee, Albemarle County Public Schools Lou S. Owens, Culpeper County Public Schools Josephine S. Perrow, Albemarle County Public Schools Robert S. Pringle, Department of Correctional Education Judith Sams, Office of Career and Technical Education, Virginia Department of Education James Sattva, Page County Public Schools Rosa B. Shelton, York County Public Schools Kirstine Sigloh, Piedmont Community College Teresa Simpson, Essex County Public Schools Tiffanie Smith, Newport News City Public Schools Lee Andrew Stephenson, Department of Correctional Education Thomasine Stroble, Prince Edward County Public Schools Stephanie Thompson, Fairfax County Public Schools Dianne L. Wallace, Radford City Public Schools Ginger Walters, Spotsylvania County Public Schools Bruce O. Watson, Henrico County Public Schools Deborah White, Campbell County Public Schools Jesse W. White, Hampton City Public Schools Evelyn Williamson, Norfolk City Public Schools Gwendolyn Wilson, Southampton County Public Schools Georgette I. Yakman, Pulaski County Public Schools
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AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION Summer Professional Development Institute
Crowne Plaza West August 3–6, 2009
Sponsored by the Virginia Association for Agricultural Educators
in collaboration with the Virginia Department of Education Virginia Association for Agricultural Educators Crowne Plaza West
Daily Schedule of Events
Monday
1:00–4:00 p.m. Session 1 Cardinal Category 10 Pesticide Applicators License: Commercial Research and Demonstration This session will serve as training and review for those interested in acquiring the Commercial Pesticide Applicators Licensure. Testing for licensure will follow the training session. Presenter: Karen Carter, Extension Service, Henrico County Facilitator: Dr. Glenn Anderson, Agricultural Education Program Specialist, Virginia Department of Education
1:00–4:00 p.m. Session 2 Dogwood Greenhouse Operators Certification Training This workshop will provide review for teachers interested in acquiring the Greenhouse Operators Certification. Testing for the certification will follow the review session. Presenter: Dr. Alan McDaniel, Associate Professor, Horticulture, Virginia Tech Facilitator: Dr. Glenn Anderson, Agricultural Education Program Specialist, Virginia Department of Education
Break sponsored by VDOE Conference Room Foyer
2:00–5:00 p.m. Session 3 Ballroom Improving the Quality of Student SAEs The workshop will be an interactive session addressing some of the key challenges experienced in implementing, managing, evaluating, and recognizing quality SAE programs. Promising practices gleaned from across the nation will be introduced and attendees will be encouraged to share their own experiences and practices and gain insight into how to get the most from the SAE program. Presenter: Kevin Keith, LPS Specialist, National FFA Facilitator: Darryl Holland, VAAE President
3:00–6:00 p.m. Membership and Conference Information Conference Room Foyer Note: Silent auction, live auction, and door prize items will be accepted at registration.
6:00 p.m. Dinner Ballroom Welcome from Darryl Holland, VAAE President State Agricultural Education Updates
7:00–9:00 p.m. Opening Session Ballroom
9:30–11:00 p.m. Special Event Ballroom
Agricultural Education 1 Virginia Association for Agricultural Educators Crowne Plaza West
Tuesday
Career and Technical Education Summer Professional Development Institute
General Session Greater Richmond Convention Center
• Buses will take participants off site to register and attend sessions at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. Buses will depart from the hotel at 6:45 a.m. and return from the convention center at 7:15 p.m.
• See the General Session portion of the program for Tuesday’s schedule.
Wednesday
7:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Membership and Conference Information Conference Room Foyer Note: Silent auction, live auction, and door prize items will be accepted at registration.
7:30 a.m. Breakfast Buffet Conference Room Foyer After visiting the buffet line, please adjourn to your respective area’s meeting rooms to participate in working breakfast and area meeting.
7:45–9:00 a.m. Area Meetings, Working Breakfast Southside area: Monument Northern area: Salon 1 Eastern area: Dogwood Central area: Salon 3 Appalachian area: Cardinal
8:00 a.m.–Noon Sponsors Exhibit Conference Room Foyer Ideas Unlimited Showcase
9:15–10:15 a.m. Session 4 Ballroom VAAE Business Meeting Annual business and budget of the VAAE will be discussed and conducted at this meeting. Presenters: Executive Committee of VAAE Facilitator: Darryl Holland, VAAE President
Refreshment Break Conference Room Foyer
10:30 a.m.–Noon Session 5 Participants will depart from hotel Outdoors with Teresa: A Snapshot of a River Participants will gain hands-on experience in river monitoring—in collecting, sorting, and identifying macroinvertebrates using a drag/kick net application; testing for nitrates, phosphates, dissolved oxygen, turbidity, pH, and other parameters of water quality; and incorporating an interdisciplinary approach in the activity (mathematics, English, art). Note: Participants must provide their own transportation. Presenter: Teresa Lindberg, Agricultural Instructor, E. W. Wyatt Middle School
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10:30–11:10 a.m. Session 6 Salon 3 Engaging Exceptional Learners So often you hear Ag Ed teachers saying, “My classes are loaded with students with IEPs.” Well, why not? What other programs can offer as many career skills, hands-on activities, and opportunities for leadership, social, and career growth? Let’s take a look and share some successful strategies to make your Ag Ed program a successful learning environment for these exceptional learners. Presenters: Henry Paris, Agricultural Instructor, Powhatan County Public Schools; Michelle Greaud, AEE Office Supervisor, Virginia Tech
10:30–11:10 a.m. Session 7 Dogwood CEV Multimedia CEV Multimedia will give a demonstration of materials in all areas of Agriculture. These instructional materials include lesson plans, worksheets, and test questions. All materials are either PowerPoint or DVD. Come and look at an alternative to the textbook. We plan to have some Ag Teachers from Virginia demonstrating how they use CEV materials in the classroom. There may also be some materials given away. Presenter: Jay Terrell, CEV Multimedia
10:30–11:10 a.m. Session 8 Salon 2 Rules of Engagement Presenter Heidi Martin will share some innovative strategies to engage students in the learning process. Presenter: Heidi Martin, Agricultural Instructor, Massaponnax High School
10:30–11:10 a.m. Session 9 Cardinal Classroom Management Strategies Jeff Wilt will share strategies to effectively manage students in the classroom and laboratory. Presenter: Jeff Wilt, Agricultural Instructor, James Wood High School
10:30–11:10 a.m. Session 10 Monument Ballooniversity, Part 1 Deborah Barker, Horticulture Instructor at Magna Vista High School, will present a three-part workshop on the dynamics of balloon events, an inexpensive, explosive addition to your floral design curriculum. This is a sure-fire student recruiter. Learn about this entrepreneurial venture earning millions for the floral design industry. Participants will create arches, columns, and balloon sculpture. These are great techniques to freshen up your banquet and prom and an excellent way to impress the public and your administration. Presenter: Deborah Barker, Horticulture Instructor, Magna Vista High School
10:30–11:10 a.m. Session 11 Southern States Meeting Room Agriculture Issues for Middle School Programs This session provides an update on Agricultural Issues CDE developed for Middle School Ag Science Students. Presenter: Kate Hawkins, Agricultural Education Curriculum Specialist
11:15–11:55 a.m. Session 12 Salon 3 Engaging Exceptional Learners So often you hear Ag Ed teachers saying, “My classes are loaded with students with IEPs.” Well, why not? What other programs can offer as many career skills, hands-on activities, and opportunities for leadership, social, and career growth? Let’s take a look and share some successful strategies to make your Ag Ed program a successful learning environment for these exceptional learners. Presenter: Henry Paris, Agricultural Instructor, Powhatan County Public Schools
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11:15–11:55 a.m. Session 13 Dogwood CEV Multimedia CEV Multimedia will give a demonstration of materials in all areas of Agriculture. These materials are instructional materials which include lesson plans, worksheets, and test questions. All materials are either Powerpoint or DVD. Come and look at an alternative to the textbook. We plan to have some Ag Teachers from Virginia demonstrating how they use CEV materials in the classroom. There may also be some materials given away. Presenter: Jay Terrell, CEV Multimedia
11:15–11:55 a.m. Session 14 Salon 2 Rules of Engagement Presenter will share some innovative strategies to engage students in the learning process. Presenter: Heidi Martin, Agricultural Instructor, Massaponnax High School
11:15–11:55 a.m. Session 15 Cardinal Classroom Management Strategies Mr. Jeff Wilt will share strategies to effectively manage students in the classroom and laboratory. Presenter: Jeff Wilt, Agricultural Instructor, James Wood High School
11:15–11:55 a.m. Session 16 Monument Ballooniversity, Part 2 Deborah Barker, Horticulture Instructor at Magna Vista High School, will present a three-part workshop on the dynamics of balloon events, an inexpensive, explosive addition to your floral design curriculum. This is a sure-fire student recruiter. Learn about this entrepreneurial venture earning millions for the floral design industry. Participants will create arches, columns, and balloon sculpture. These are great techniques to freshen up your banquet and prom and an excellent way to impress the public and your administration. Presenter: Deborah Barker, Horticulture Instructor, Magna Vista High School
11:15–11:55 a.m. Session 17 Southern States Meeting Room Agriculture Issues for Middle School Programs This session provides an update on Agricultural Issues CDE developed for Middle School Ag Science Students. Presenter: Kate Hawkins, Curriculum Specialist
12:00–1:30 p.m. Luncheon and General Session Ballroom Glen Martin, State Fair of Virginia Jay Terrell, CEV Multimedia, Conference Sponsor
1:45 p.m. Buses load for transport to Atlee High School
2:15–4:20 p.m. Session 18 Monument Ballooniversity, Part 3 Deborah Barker, Horticulture Instructor at Magna Vista High School, will present a three-part workshop on the dynamics of balloon events, an inexpensive, explosive addition to your floral design curriculum. This is a sure-fire student recruiter. Learn about this entrepreneurial venture earning millions for the floral design industry. Participants will create arches, columns, and balloon sculpture. These are great techniques to freshen up your banquet and prom and an excellent way to impress the public and your administration. Presenter: Deborah Barker, Horticulture Instructor, Magna Vista High School
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2:15–4:20 p.m. Session 19 Atlee High School, Horticultural Facilities Turf and Landscape Management This workshop focuses on strengthening the content of curriculum in turf and landscape programs and how to better prepare students for a career in the green industry. Presenter: Dr. Mike Goatley, Professor, Turf and Landscape, Virginia Tech Facilitator: Marc Moran, Horticulture Instructor, Atlee High School
2:15–4:20 p.m. Session 20 Atlee High School, Agricultural Mechanics Lab Agricultural Power Systems Studies: An Orientation to the John Deere Academy A company representative will share information about the John Deere Academy. Participants will also have an opportunity to visit a local John Deere dealership and see what skills students will need to be successful in the Ag Machinery and Power Systems career area. Presenter: Ray Sweeney, John Deere Academy Facilitator: Dave Balderson, Agricultural Instructor, Atlee High School
2:15–3:15 p.m. Session 21 Atlee High School, Agricultural Mechanics Lab National Wild Turkey Federation Workshop Robin Clark, President of the Virginia Chapter of the Wild Turkey Federation, and Kevin Grubbs will provide information on wildlife habitat establishment and maintenance as well as wildlife population enhancement, especially as it affects the Eastern wild turkey. Presenters: Robin Clark, President, Virginia Chapter of the Wild Turkey Federation Kevin Grubbs Facilitator: Dave Balderson, Agricultural Instructor, Atlee High School
2:15–3:15 p.m. Session 22 Atlee High School Alternative SAEs in Agriscience, Urban and Suburban Programs This workshop will focus on orienting teachers to the breadth of SAE options for students. It will also serve as a session to brainstorm ideas for alternative SAE projects for nontraditional Agricultural Education students. Presenter: Dan Swafford, Curriculum Specialist, Virginia Tech
2:15–3:15 p.m. Session 23 Atlee High School The National Livestock Identification Program and Current Agricultural Policy Issues Spencer Neale from the Virginia Farm Bureau will discuss the importance of animal identification and farm site registration with educators, and Government Relations Specialist Trey Davis will discuss current agricultural issues that impact Virginia’s farming community. Presenters: Spencer Neale and Trey Davis, Virginia Farm Bureau
2:15–3:15 p.m. Session 24 Atlee High School LPS Update: Electronic Resources LPS Specialist Kevin Keith will provide an update on the electronic resources available through National FFA as well as provide an update on pertinent information from the National FFA Organization. Presenter: Kevin Keith, LPS Specialist, National FFA
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2:15–3:15 p.m. Session 25 Atlee High School Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries (DGIF) Representatives from the DGIF will present a program on Hunter Education (HE) in Virginia, a must-attend event for Agricultural instructors willing to serve as Hunter Education coordinators or to let HE instructors visit Virginia FFA chapters. Also on tap is a presentation focusing on helping students explore a career as a conservation officer. Presenter: David Dodson, State Hunter Education Coordinator
2:15–3:15 p.m. Session 26 Atlee High School Agricultural Risk Management This workshop is designed to inform agricultural educators about a series of four lesson plans developed by the Risk Management Agency. Learn how to assess risk using a SWOT analysis, develop marketing and business plans to hedge risk, and understand why managing risk is a vital skill in agriculture. This workshop will provide you with tools and curriculum to make risk management a fun and interactive learning experience for your students. Presenter: Ken Couture, Killingly High School, CT, and Robert Haight, Cornell University
3:20–4:20 p.m. Session 27 Atlee High School Alternative SAEs in Agriscience, Urban and Suburban Programs This workshop will focus on orienting teachers to the breadth of SAE options for students. It will also serve as a session to brainstorm ideas for alternative SAE projects for nontraditional Agricultural Education students. Presenter: Dan Swafford, Curriculum Specialist, Virginia Tech
3:20–4:20 p.m. Session 28 Atlee High School The National Livestock Identification Program and Current Agricultural Policy Issues Spencer. Neale from the Virginia Farm Bureau will discuss the importance of animal identification and farm site registration with educators, and Government Relations Specialist Trey Davis will discuss current agricultural issues that impact Virginia’s farming community. Presenter: Spencer Neale and Trey Davis, Virginia Farm Bureau
3:20–4:20 p.m. Session 29 Atlee High School LPS Update: Electronic Resources LPS Specialist Kevin Keith will provide an update on the electronic resources available through National FFA as well as provide an update on pertinent information from the National FFA Organization. Presenter: Kevin Keith, LPS Specialist, National FFA
3:20–4:20 p.m. Session 30 Atlee High School Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries (DGIF) Representatives from the DGIF will present a program on Hunter Education (HE) in Virginia, a must-attend event for Agricultural instructors willing to serve as Hunter Education coordinators or to let HE instructors visit Virginia FFA chapters. Also on tap is a presentation focusing on helping students explore a career as a conservation officer. Presenter: David Dodson, State Hunter Education Coordinator
3:20–4:20 p.m. Session 31 Atlee High School Agricultural Risk Management This workshop is designed to inform agricultural educators about a series of four lesson plans developed by the Risk Management Agency. Learn how to assess risk using a SWOT analysis, develop marketing and business plans to hedge risk, and understand why managing risk is a vital skill in agriculture. This workshop will provide you with tools and curriculum to make risk management a fun and interactive learning experience for your students. Presenter: Ken Couture, Killingly High School, CT, and Robert Haight, Cornell University
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3:20–4:20 p.m. Session 32 Atlee High School, Agricultural Mechanics Lab National Wild Turkey Federation Workshop Robin Clark, President of the Virginia Chapter of the Wild Turkey Federation, and Kevin Grubbs will provide information on wildlife habitat establishment and maintenance as well as wildlife population enhancement, especially as it affects the Eastern wild turkey. Presenter: Robin Clark, President, Virginia Chapter of the Wild Turkey Federation Kevin Grubbs Facilitator: Dave Balderson, Agricultural Instructor, Atlee High School
4:30 p.m. Buses load for return to Crowne Plaza West
6:30 p.m. Banquet and Awards Ceremony Ballroom Keynote Speaker: Ronnie Ansley, Past President, National FFA Alumni
Thursday
7:00 a.m. VAAE Breakfast Ballroom Greetings from NAAE Region VI Open to all attendees. Presenter: Ken Couture, NAAE Region VI Vice President
On-site Workshops
Group 1 Plant Systems Pathway: VSU Horticultural and Aquaculture Research Participants will tour the Aquaculture facilities and visit the Goat Herd and the Horticultural High Tunnels. Andy Hankins, Virginia State University, will be the presenter. 8:15 a.m.: Load bus and leave hotel Noon: Return to hotel
Group 2 2009 Virginia Ag Expo at Mills Farm, Hanover/King William County The Virginia Ag Expo is the largest field day event held annually in the Commonwealth. Tour participants will see on-farm soybean and corn test plots, as well as weed control, fungicide, and ethanol plots. Companies will display their products and services under a large exhibit tent, and participants will be able to go from exhibit to exhibit at their own pace. A limited number of tickets will be available at the door. Sponsored by the Virginia Grain Producers Association, the Virginia Soybean Association, and Virginia’s Cooperative Extension Service. 8:15 a.m.: Participants will provide their own transportation
Group 3 Plant Systems: Sandy’s Plants (limited number of participants) Participants will travel to Strange’s Greenhouse and Garden Center as well as Sandy’s Plants and tour their facilities, and take part in a discussion of the process of establishing, growing, and operating a nursery business. 8:15 a.m.: Load bus and leave hotel or driving directions provided Noon: Return to hotel
Group 4 Bass Pro Shops (limited number of participants) The local Bass Pro Shop specializes in goods and services of interest to the outdoorsman and individuals who may teach Natural Resource Management or Forestry and Wildlife. Teachers are encouraged to consider visiting the Bass Pro Shop on Thursday afternoon after attending one of the other tours, but this Thursday morning activity is provided. 8:30 a.m.: Load bus and leave hotel Noon: Return to hotel
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BUSINESS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Summer Professional Development Institute
Hilton Garden Inn Downtown August 3–6, 2009
Sponsored by the Virginia Business Education Association
in collaboration with the Virginia Department of Education
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Daily Schedule of Events
Monday
7:00–8:15 a.m. Conference Information for VBEA Board and Hilton Garden Inn Pre-Conference Academies Participants
7:30 a.m. Bus departs Doubletree Hotel for Hilton Garden Inn
8:00–8:15 a.m. Buses depart for the following schools: Front Entrance of Hotel J. R. Tucker High School Hermitage High School and Technical Center
11:45 a.m. Buses depart schools to return to Hilton Garden Inn
1:30 p.m. Buses depart for schools
5:15 p.m. Buses depart schools to return to Hilton Garden Inn
Pre-conference academies and sessions sponsored by the Virginia Department of Education Lunch and snack breaks will be provided.
8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Session 1 Hermitage High School, Room 185 MOS Training and Testing Participants will receive training on Microsoft Office 2003 in preparation for certification testing. Presenter: InDemand Training Solutions Facilitator: Judith Sams, Program Specialist, Business and Information Technology, Virginia Department of Education
8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Session 2 Hermitage High School, Room 186 MOS Training and Testing Participants will receive training on Microsoft Office 2003 in preparation for certification testing. Presenter: InDemand Training Solutions Facilitator: Judith Sams, Program Specialist, Business and Information Technology, Virginia Department of Education
8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Session 3 Hermitage High School, Room 187 IC3 Training and Testing Participants will receive training on the Internet and Computer Core Certification (IC3) in preparation for testing. Presenter: InDemand Training Solutions Facilitator: Judith Sams, Program Specialist, Business and Information Technology, Virginia Department of Education
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8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Session 4 Hermitage Technical Center, Room V189 MOS, IC3,, and Dreamweaver Testing Industry certification testing academy. Presenter: InDemand Training Solutions Facilitator: Judith Sams, Program Specialist, Business and Information Technology, Virginia Department of Education
8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Session 5 J. R. Tucker High School, Room 83 Introduction to Game Design and Technology Excite your students with game design. The session will cover game technology and work with a free point and office game engine. You will create a working game complete with background music and sound effects. The session also includes instruction on a free, easy-to- use 3D modeling tool, as well as curriculum and textbook recommendations. Presenter: Carlotta Eaton, Professor of Information Technology and Director of Game Technology Programs, New River Community College
8:30–11:30 a.m. Session 6 Hermitage Tech Center, Room 191 Methods of Teaching to Prepare Students for IC3 Testing Explore instructional methods to properly prepare students to successfully complete the Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3) industry certification test. Presenter: Betty Lou Herter, InDemand Training Solutions
2:00–5:00 p.m. Session 7 Hermitage Tech Center, Room 191 Keyboarding Methodology This workshop will focus on keyboarding instructional strategies, methodologies, and effective learning materials to help students learn appropriate keyboarding skills. Participants will receive a keyboarding instructional guide and other handouts. Presenter: Shirley Cash
5:15 p.m. Buses depart schools to return to Hilton Garden Inn
5:30 p.m. Bus departs Hilton Garden Inn to return to Doubletree Hotel
Monday evening
6:00–7:30 p.m. VBEA Board Task Force Meeting Hilton Garden Inn, Amethyst A/B
7:30 p.m. VBEA Board Dinner Hilton Garden Inn, Rhoads
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Tuesday
Career and Technical Education Summer Professional Development Institute
General Session Greater Richmond Convention Center
• Registration packages for all CTE Professional Development Institute participants will be available at the Greater Richmond Convention Center 7:00 a.m. until 9:00 a.m.
• Buses will depart the Doubletree Hotel for the Convention Center at 7:30 a.m. and will return to the Doubletree at 7:15 p.m.
• There will be no bus service from the Hilton Garden Inn, as it is across the street from the Convention Center.
• See the General Session portion of the program for Tuesday’s schedule.
Wednesday
• Conference and Professional Association tables will be staffed at the Hilton Garden Inn from 7:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
The day at a glance…
Bus departs Doubletree Hotel for Hilton Garden Inn 7:15 a.m. Continental Breakfast, Hilton Garden Inn, Miller 7:30–8:30 a.m. Buses depart for local high schools 8:00 a.m. 3-hour technology sessions (local high schools) 8:30–11:30 a.m. 6-hour technology sessions (local high schools) 8:30–11:30 a.m., 2:00–5:00 p.m. 1-hour concurrent sessions (Hilton Garden Inn: Amethyst A & B, Rhoads, Gerhart) 8:30 a.m. Round-table curriculum discussions (Hilton Garden Inn: Old Dominion) 8:30 a.m. Boxed lunches (Hilton Garden Inn: Miller) 12:00–1:30 p.m. Buses depart for local high schools 1:30 p.m. 3-hour technology sessions (local high schools) 2:00–5:00 p.m. 1-hour concurrent sessions (Hilton Garden Inn: Amethyst A & B, Rhoads, Gerhart) 2:00 p.m. Buses depart high schools to return to Hilton Garden Inn 5:15 p.m. Reception for first-time attendees (Hilton Garden Inn) 6:00 p.m. Note: There is no meal function Wednesday night.
Transportation Bus transportation to high school technology session locations will depart Hilton Garden Inn at 8:00 a.m., returning from each location to the Hilton Garden Inn at 11:45 for lunch. Bus pick-up for afternoon sessions is 1:30 p.m. from the Hilton Garden Inn, and returns to the hotel at 5:15 p.m. Participants may also choose to drive their personal cars. Directions to each location are included in the registration package.
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Wednesday morning
7:30–8:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast Hilton Garden Inn, Miller
8:00 a.m. Buses depart for the following schools: Front Entrance of Hotel Hermitage High School and Technical Center Mills E. Godwin High School J. R. Tucker High School
Technology Sessions at Godwin, Hermitage, and J. R. Tucker High Schools
8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Session 8 Hermitage Technical Center, Room 189 MOS, IC3,, and Dreamweaver Certification Testing TESTING ONLY for industry certification in MOS, IC3, and DreamWeaver. Presenter: InDemand Training Solutions
8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Session 9 Hermitage Technical Center, Room 185 Adobe InDesign CS3 Hands-on instruction for beginning skills in Adobe CS3 InDesign. Instruction will be project- based applications, and participants will leave with complete project lessons, and ideas for potential applications. Presenter: Dana Dingell, Fairfax County Public Schools
8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Session 10 Mills E. Godwin High School, Room 52 Adobe Dreamweaver CS3 Create exciting Web sites with Dreamweaver! Hands-on instruction for beginning skills in Adobe CS3 Dreamweaver to include layout and design principles, page formatting, adding images and multimedia elements, table structure, and much more! Participants will leave with a complete Web project and ideas for potential applications. Presenter: Dennis MacPherson, Techead Training Solutions
8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Session 11 Hermitage Technical Center, Room 187 Adobe Flash CS3 Learn how to use Flash to create animations. Instruction will include using drawing tools and creating animations using shape and motion tweening. Participants will also be introduced to free Adobe curriculum and explore new associate level certifications. Presenter: Carlotta Eaton, Professor of Information Technology and Director of Game Technology Programs, New River Community College
8:30–11:30 a.m. Session 12 Hermitage High School, Room 186 The Stock Market Game The Stock Market Game provides students with an excellent, real-world experience in economics. This workshop will familiarize participants with the structure and rules of the game, the basics of the market and related economic concepts, and classroom strategies for initiating and managing the game. (Note: This session will be repeated at 2:00 p.m., Session 22.) Presenter: Rachel Powell, Program Coordinator, Center for Economic Education, George Mason University
8:30–11:30 a.m. Session 13 J. R. Tucker High School, Room 83 Beginning Adobe Photoshop CS3 Learn the basics of image editing with Photoshop CS3. Work with keyboard shortcuts and the Photoshop toolbox to manipulate, correct, and transform images. (Note: Current Photoshop users should attend the advanced session in the afternoon, Session 20.) Presenter: Sean Cooke, Techead Training Solutions
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8:30–11:30 a.m. Session 14 J. R. Tucker High School, Room 88 Beginning Adobe Illustrator CS3 Learn the basics of vector artwork creation for print, Web, and interactive, motion designs. Presenter: Noah Scalin, ALR Design
8:30–11:30 a.m. Session 15 J. R. Tucker High School Laptop Session Word 2007 Explore the new look of MS Word 2007. Hands-on instruction covers new functionality and tools. (Note: Participants must bring their own laptops pre-loaded with Office 2007.) Presenter: Anne Baker, Powell Valley High School
8:30–11:30 a.m. Session 16 Hermitage Technical Center, Room V191 Introduction to Multimedia This session will focus on Windows Movie Maker as an excellent and simple tool to create movies from pictures, sound, and videos. Make your own movies after this hands-on instructional workshop! Presenter: Brian Stagliano, Fairfax County Public Schools
8:30–11:30 a.m. Session 17 Mills E. Godwin High School, Room 65 Screen Casting—Smart Boards Use Smart Boards, a special type of interactive, touch-sensitive white board, to collaborate and communicate with students in the classroom with confidence. Learn how to set up equipment, use the software and tools, as well as get lesson ideas, plans, and helpful Web sites to grab and keep students’ attention. Presenter: Jennifer D. Lanz, Norfolk City Public Schools
8:30–11:30 a.m. Session 18 Mills E. Godwin High School, Room 54 Podcasting and Blogging Podcasting and blogging are Web 2.0 technologies that can easily be incorporated into most curriculum areas. Come to this session and learn how to create a podcast and a blog and integrate them into your classroom instruction. We’ll discuss best practices for podcasting and blogging as well as ideas for classroom activities to further engage students in the learning process. Presenter: Carrie Simmons, Henrico County Public Schools
8:30–11:30 a.m. Session 19 J. R. Tucker High School Laptop Session Access 2007 This three-hour workshop will commence with a discussion of the major differences between Access 2007 and Access 2003. In this workshop, you will learn how to create: (1) a new database; (2) tables and relationships between tables; (3) simple and multi-table queries; (4) simple forms; and (5) simple reports. (Note: Participants must bring their own laptops pre- loaded with Office 2007.) Presenter: Cheryl Davis and Dr. Linda Lau, Longwood University
Concurrent Sessions at Hilton Garden Inn
8:30–9:30 a.m. Session 20 Old Dominion Round Table Discussion: Design, Multimedia, and Web Technologies Share ideas, projects, and teaching methods. Presenter: Brian Stagliano, Fairfax County Public Schools
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8:30–9:30 a.m. Session 21 Rhoads Digital Puppeteering See how students bring characters and photographs to life with digital puppeteering! Photographs talk, dogs smile, cats wink. An inexpensive software program teaches students how to interact with their digital photos or scanned drawings. Students can take digital creativity to new dimensions. Presenter: Kathryn Gust, Arlington County Public Schools
8:30–9:30 a.m. Session 22 Amethyst A How to Create a Mock Job Fair Tired of trying to find ways to get your students involved in group projects? Here is a unique way to tie your business programs together in one project—a “mock” job fair. Students work in teams and use their business skills to create their own companies and then put on a “mock” job fair. Not only is this a wonderful opportunity for your students to showcase their talents to their peers, but also to the community. Invite your local business community to come observe and help in evaluating the teams. Students begin with deciding what type of business and naming the company to create business forms with logos and slogans. The final step is creating their presentations for the job fair. Presenter: Shellie Hartley, Bland County Public Schools
8:30–9:30 a.m. Session 23 Amethyst B On to the Good Stuff: Use Technology to Cover Core Economic Principles in Your Business Courses Having trouble quickly and easily infusing economics into your business curriculum? Discover a variety of economics lesson plans and activities with just a click of the mouse. Through multimedia clips and CD and Web-based resources, you'll find help covering essential economic concepts for integration into Economics and Personal Finance and other basic business courses. Presenter: Troy White, Director of Sales and Product Marketing, Council for Economic Education
8:30–9:30 a.m. Session 24 Gerhart You, Too, Can Create Projects! Session will help business teachers create projects for their students. Teachers also will be given links to sites on the Internet that are good resources for projects. Teachers will be shown how to specifically create projects based on the current subject that they are teaching. Creating rubrics to grade the projects will also be discussed. This session promises to be fun-filled and informative. Presenter: April Kelley-Hill, Richmond Technical Center, Richmond City Public Schools
9:45–10:45 a.m. Session 25 Old Dominion Round Table Discussion: Finance and Word Processing Share ideas, projects, and teaching methods. Fast-paced discussion; 30 minutes on each subject area. Presenter: Pam Steele, West Point High School, Town of West Point Public Schools
9:45–10:45 a.m. Session 26 Rhoads Soft-Skills: We Know They Need Them, But How to Teach Them? Think about the role you play as an educator in preparing your students to be both tech- savvy and work ready. Is it your job to teach soft skills such as oral and written communications, teamwork, and interviewing skills? With today’s employers assuming students have the requisite basic technical skills to begin their careers when they graduate, how do we enhance our current classroom approaches to address both instructional outcomes and students’ needs for workplace preparedness? Presenter: Katie Hall, Consultant, Cengage Learning
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9:45–10:45 a.m. Session 27 Gerhart Going Green in the Business Classroom Today’s students live in a world where environmental issues—global warming, organic farming, and recycling, to name a few—exist all around us. Although some ecological issues come with a degree of politics and thus the extra need for sensitivity in the classroom, teaching young people how to help clean up the planet and live responsibly is not just an opportunity, but a necessity. Get lesson and classroom procedure ideas of how to go green and model the way for your students. Presenter: Jennifer D. Lanz, Norfolk City Public Schools
9:45–10:45 a.m. Session 28 Amethyst A Online Competencies—Tracking with CanDo Until now, competency-based tracking has been difficult for classroom teachers because of the many skills and students involved. With the application of a new Web-based program called CanDo, skills tracking can be accomplished in a way that motivates students and coordinates everyone on the learning team. Developed by master teachers and their students, CanDo is distributed free to the educational community, and is itself a fascinating demonstration of best teaching practices and high student achievement. Presenters: David Welsh, Arlington Career Center, Arlington County Public Schools; Glenda Lewis and Lee Capps, Technology Support Specialists, CTE Resource Center
9:45–10:45 a.m. Session 29 Amethyst B Are Your Students Financially Fit? A 3-Step Personal Finance Program Get ready to shape up with the most important fitness program of the year: Financial Fitness. Explore lesson plans and activities that help your students build fundamental personal finance knowledge. Introduce concepts like savings and investing, budgeting and money management with a comprehensive teacher’s guide; reinforce concepts with interactive activities, discussion questions and student worksheets; and reinforce personal finance knowledge after school with a unique parents’ guide. Presenter: Troy White, Director of Sales and Product Marketing, Council for Economic Education
11:00 a.m.–Noon Session 30 Gerhart A Creative Approach to Teaching IT Fundamentals Are you looking for a different way to teach IT in class? Come to this session to determine an innovative and refreshing way to engage students in IT Fundamentals. Learn how to prepare students for the IC3 certification and how to promote other technology courses in your department. These strategies can be taught with or without a third-party vendor modular system. We will cover topics including creating an engaging curriculum (a sample curriculum will be provided), promoting FBLA and other technology-related courses, and group work strategies. Presenter: Andrea Dharamsi and Stacy Bradshaw, Chesterfield County Public Schools
11:00 a.m.–Noon Session 31 Old Dominion Round Table Discussion: Business Law and Business Management Share ideas, projects, and teaching methods. Fast-paced discussion; 30 minutes on each subject area. Presenter: Sherri Chapman, Harrisonburg City Public Schools
11:00 a.m.–Noon Session 32 Rhoads Insurance Literacy This session will provide an overview of an insurance educational program that teachers can use in semester or shorter format. Attend to hear how you can have insurance professionals assist you in bringing insurance (automobile and homeowners) into the classroom. Presenter: Diane Mattis, CPCU, AIAM, AFIS, Executive Vice President of the Virginia Association of Insurance Agents
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11:00 a.m.–Noon Session 33 Amethyst B An Update on Career Clusters/Pathways/Plans of Study in Virginia This session will update business educators on changes to the Career Cluster initiative in Virginia. New sample plans of study will be available as well as information on the new Academic and Career Plan that was approved by the Virginia Board of Education in March. If time permits, other major initiatives that are affecting teachers, such as the new Perkins performance accountability, will be discussed. Presenter: Anne Rowe, CTE Cluster Coordinator, Virginia Department of Education
11:00 a.m.– Noon Session 34 Amethyst A Real-World Projects for Business Classes This session provides samples and ideas to bring 21st century learning to the classroom by using real-world projects that benefit students, the school, and the community. Presenter: Pam Steele, West Point High School, Town of West Point Public Schools
11:45 a.m. Buses depart schools for return to Hilton Garden Inn.
12:00–1:30 p.m. Boxed lunches Hilton Garden Inn, Miller
1:30 p.m. Buses depart Hilton Garden Inn for local schools.
Technology Sessions at Godwin, Hermitage, and J. R. Tucker High Schools
2:00–5:00 p.m. Session 35 J. R. Tucker High School, Room 83 Advanced Adobe Photoshop CS3 Expand your basic knowledge or image manipulation in this session. Create rollovers and other Web applications in addition to using advanced features and tools of this dynamic image editing software. Presenter: Sean Cooke, Techead Training Solutions
2:00–5:00 p.m. Session 36 Hermitage Technical Center, Room V191 Advanced Multimedia Create animated .gifs that allow you to take pictures and turn them into slideshows. Animated .gif files are great for banner ads, promotional slideshows, back-to-school night presentations, and much more! Presenter: Brian Stagliano, Fairfax County Public Schools
2:00–5:00 p.m. Session 37 Hermitage High School, Room 186 The Stock Market Game The Stock Market Game provides students with an excellent, real-world experience in economics. This workshop will familiarize teacher/facilitators with the structure and rules of the game, the basics of the market and related economic concepts, and classroom strategies for initiating and managing the game. (Note: This session is a repeat of Session 12.) Presenter: Rachel Powell, Program Coordinator, Center for Economic Education, George Mason University
2:00–5:00 p.m. Session 38 J. R. Tucker High School, Room 88 Adobe Acrobat Professional Adobe Acrobat Professional is one solution that can build interactive multimedia portfolios for student projects. The Acrobat environment is a powerful resource for every teacher, student, and administrator. Presenter: Stephanie Holt, Fairfax County Public Schools
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2:00–5:00 p.m. Session 39 J. R. Tucker High School Laptop Session Excel 2007 Explore the new look of MS Excel 2007. Hands-on instruction covers new functionality and tools. (Note: Participants must bring their own laptops pre-loaded with Office 2007.) Presenter: Janet Kreider and Paige O’Shaughnessy, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
2:00–5:00 p.m. Session 40 Mills E. Godwin High School, Room 65 Digital vs. Electronic Portfolios Do you have a collection of projects, photos, presentations, recognitions, and work that represent what you have accomplished? Do you want to know how to help your students present these in a format that will show where they have been, where they are going, and how they plan to get there? This session will help you decide whether you want to use a digital or an electronic format for creating portfolios. Presenter: Teresa G. Simpson, Essex County High School, Essex County Public Schools
2:00–5:00 p.m. Session 41 J. R. Tucker High School Laptop Session PowerPoint 2007 This three-hour workshop will commence with a discussion of the major differences between PowerPoint 2007 and PowerPoint 2003. We will review the steps to creating a basic business presentation, and then we will learn the advanced customizing and formatting techniques that will transform your ideas into a professional and compelling presentation. You will have time to practice some of the common tasks, such as inserting charts, graphics, animations, and design theme. (Note: Participants must bring their own laptops pre-loaded with Office 2007.) Presenter: Cheryl Davis and Dr. Linda Lau, Longwood University
2:00–5:00 p.m. Session 42 Mills E. Godwin High School, Room 54 What Can GIS Do for You? Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is an emerging technology that is in high demand in the work force of today. Every career sector can utilize this tool as a way of assembling, storing, manipulating, analyzing, and displaying data. This presentation is designed to demonstrate to teachers how they can use GIS in their classrooms to help students learn to work with real- world data in an inquiry-based, problem-solving mode. Teachers will discover how they can use this integrated approach to learning with computers in their own classroom. Presenter: P. J. Dempsey, Director of CTE Promotions, Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service, University of Virginia
Concurrent Sessions at Hilton Garden Inn
2:00–3:00 p.m. Session 43 Old Dominion Round Table Discussions: Computer Information Systems and Digital Input Share ideas, projects, and teaching methods. Fast-paced discussion; 30 minutes on each subject area. Presenter: Robin Albrecht, Manassas City Public Schools
2:00–3:00 p.m. Session 44 Rhoads Shake Up Your Digital Graphics and Multimedia Classes Dynamic, fun, learner-centered lesson plans linked to appropriate ISTE and NBEA standards. Teachers walk away from this session with ready-to-use lesson plans, tips for classroom management, and great ideas for energizing classes and motivating students. Lesson plans are project-based, teach skills that mirror real-life business tasks, and require a high level of involvement from each student while developing critical thinking skills reinforced through the process of reflection. Lesson plans are appropriate for a variety of digital graphics, image management, and multimedia classes. Presenters: René Fuller and Charlotte Haley; Business Education Teachers and District Technology Coordinator; Decatur High School; Decatur, Texas; Gold-Burg High School; Bowie, Texas
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2:00–3:00 p.m. Session 45 Gerhart Invigorate your Classroom Projects Tips and tricks to improve classroom management and ideas for helping you become a more effective teacher. Spruce up your instruction and improve the effectiveness of your program! Presenters: Selwyn Lawrence and Claudette Allen, Fairfax County Public Schools
2:00–3:00 p.m. Session 46 Amethyst A Keyboarding in the 21st Century Do you want to teach proper keying techniques with an emphasis on skill building? Do you want to include computer applications in your keyboarding course? The program that has taught more than 85 million students to type is for your 21st century students! Presenter: Katie Hall, Consultant, Cengage Learning
2:00–3:00 p.m. Session 47 Amethyst B Make Sure Your Students Finance Their Future Prepare to watch the hottest flick in personal finance! With five 15-minute videos and ready- to-use lesson plans, take your business course to the next level with much-needed personal finance concepts. From money management to credit and budgeting, give your students the foundation for a more successful financial future. Presenter: Troy White, Director of Sales and Product Marketing, Council for Economic Education
3:15–4:15 p.m. Session 48 Rhoads Energize Your Office Applications Classes and Motivate Your Students This session will present project-based lesson plans for office applications classes. We share Web Quests and integrated lesson plans using a variety of office software applications. This workshop will provide teachers with a multitude of great ideas and resources with tips for working with diverse learners. Teachers will leave with ready-to-use lessons that reinforce basic office application skills and lessons that mirror real-life business tasks as much as possible. All lesson plans have links to appropriate ISTE and NBEA standards. This presentation contains lesson plans that teach technology skills that are directly transferable to a business environment. These project-based lessons require a high level of involvement from each student while developing critical thinking skills reinforced through the process of reflection. Presenters: René Fuller and Charlotte Haley; Business Education Teachers and District Technology Coordinator; Decatur High School; Decatur, Texas; Gold-Burg High School; Bowie, Texas
3:15–4:15 p.m. Session 49 Gerhart Integrating Arts in Business & Information Technology Curriculum This workshop is designed to introduce a new approach in teaching Business & Information Technology through the Arts. Presenter: Jureen Benjamin, Arlington County Public Schools
3:15–4:15 p.m. Session 50 Amethyst A First Steps in Your Journey toward National Board Certification The National Board Certification process is the ultimate professional development experience! This session’s purpose is to offer general information about the process through a series of short activities and to provide a question-and-answer forum so participants are better prepared to assess their readiness to pursue certification. Presenter: Tina Cook, NBCT, Spotsylvania County Public Schools
3:15–4:15 p.m. Session 51 Old Dominion Round Table Discussion: IT Fundamentals and Accounting Share ideas, projects, and teaching methods. Fast-paced discussion; 30 minutes on each subject area. Presenter: Rodney Bedford, Fairfax County Public Schools
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3:15–4:15 p.m. Session 52 Amethyst B Working with Special Populations This session is designed to provide teachers specific ideas on working with Business Individualized Education Program (BIEP) students, Office Specialist I, II, III students, and English as a Second Language (ESL) students. Lesson plans and handouts will be shared. Presenter: Judy Pine, Hampton City Public Schools
5:15 p.m. Buses return to Hilton Garden Inn.
5:30 p.m. Bus departs Hilton Garden Inn for Doubletree Hotel.
Wednesday evening
6:00 p.m. Reception for first-time attendees Hilton Garden Inn
Thursday
The day at a glance… Bus departs Doubletree Hotel for Hilton Garden Inn 7:30 a.m. VBEA business meeting and breakfast 8:00 a.m. Concurrent sessions 9:45–10:45 a.m. Closing session and awards brunch 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Post-conference Insurance Institute 1:00–5:00 p.m. VBEA Board task force meeting 1:00–6:00 p.m.
Thursday morning
8:00 a.m. VBEA Business Meeting Miller/Rhoads/Gerhart Breakfast pastries and beverages will be served. Business and Information Technology Program Update Presenter: Judith Sams, Program Specialist, Business and Information Technology, Virginia Department of Education
9:45–10:45 a.m. Session 53 Amethyst A Financial Literacy for Teens Based on Chad Foster’s newest book, the focus of this interactive workshop will be to introduce attendees to a unique approach for changing the way students think about money. The project-based format of the workshop will enable attendees to role-play as students as they are taken through a series of “in-class” activities dealing with making, managing and multiplying, and protecting money. Topics include credit card debt, needs vs. wants, multiplying money, insurance needs, secrets to savings, Internet scams, and more! Presenter: Chad Foster Facilitator: Judith Sams, Program Specialist, Business and Information Technology, Virginia Department of Education
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9:45–10:45 a.m. Session 54 Amethyst B FBLA-PBL Adviser Tutorials Have you ever wished you had someone to sit beside you and walk you through "How to...." with your FBLA-PBL activities? This session will demonstrate the NEW tutorials for advisers detailing How to Report Members, How to Start A New Chapter, and How to Donate to Project ASK, just to name a few. Presenter: Sandy Mills, FBLA/PBL Specialist
11:00 a.m. Closing Session and Awards Brunch Miller/Rhoads/Gerhart Keynote Speaker: Chad Foster Are Your Students Prepared…or Just Educated? Mr. Foster entertains educator audiences while delivering messages of critical issues in financial literacy. His nationally acclaimed keynote presentation, “Are Your Students Prepared…or Just Educated?,” is a favorite at conferences across the country. Mr. Foster’s message is sure to renew the energy of teachers and reconnect them with the role they play in the lives of students. Facilitator: Judith Sams, Program Specialist, Business and Information Technology, Virginia Department of Education
Thursday afternoon
1:15 a.m. Bus departs Hilton Garden Inn for Doubletree Hotel
1:00–6:00 p.m. VBEA Board Task Force Meeting Amethyst B
Post-conference
1:00–5:00 p.m. Mississippi State University Insurance Institute Amethyst A Sponsored by the Virginia Department of Education in conjunction with VBEA Institute concludes Friday, August 7. Note: Prior registration required.
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Driving Directions from Hilton Garden Inn Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Downtown 501 East Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23219 804-344-4300
To Mills E. Godwin High School 2101 Pump Road, Henrico, VA 23238 804-750-2600 Driving Distance: 15.4 miles From the hotel, head southeast on E. Broad Street toward N. 6th Street. Take I-95 N 4.4 miles and exit onto I-64 W toward Charlottesville. Follow I-64 W 7.3 miles to exit 180A, Gaskins Road. Follow Gaskins Road 1.4 miles, and turn right onto Ridgefield Parkway. Follow Ridgefield Parkway 1.4 miles, and turn left onto Pump Road. Make a U-turn at Old Prescott Road to arrive at Godwin.
To Hermitage High School and Technical Center 8301 Hungary Spring Road, Henrico, VA 23228 804-756-3000 Driving Distance: 10.6 miles From the hotel, head southeast on E. Broad Street toward N. 6th Street. Take I-95 N 4.4 miles and exit onto I-64 W toward Charlottesville. Follow I-64 W 3.1 miles to exit 183C, W. Broad Street. Follow W. Broad Street 1.6 miles, and turn right onto Hungary Spring Road. Go 0.9 mile to Hermitage.
To J. R. Tucker High School 2910 N. Parham Road, Henrico, VA 23294 804-756-3000 Driving Distance: 12.2 miles From the hotel, head southeast on E. Broad Street toward N. 6th Street. Take I-95 N 4.4 miles and exit onto I-64 W toward Charlottesville. Follow I-64 W 5.5 miles to exit 181B, N. Parham Road. Follow N. Parham Road 1.3 miles, and make a U-turn at Skipwith Road. Tucker will be on your right.
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FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES Summer Professional Development Institute
Sheraton West August 2–7, 2009
Sponsored by the Virginia Association for Teachers of Family and Consumer Sciences
in collaboration with the Virginia Department of Education
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Daily Schedule of Events
Sunday
2:00–8:00 p.m. Virginia Association of Teachers of Family and Consumer Sciences Board Meeting
Monday
The day at a glance…
VATFACS Board Meeting 9:00 a.m.–Noon Membership and Conference Information 2:00–8:00 p.m. FCCLA Recertification Class 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Monday morning
8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Session 1 Monticello A Dibble Training (registration required) Increasing Your Relationship Smarts—The Missing Asset In this workshop, participants will be given recent research findings on relationship skills education and participate in activities on forming healthy relationships. There will be a limited number of FREE curriculum available to teachers who did not receive the materials last year. Presenters: Natalie Middleton, Outreach Educator, Dibble Institute
9:00 a.m.–Noon VATFACS Board Meeting Stateroom
10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Session 2 Capitol FCCLA Recertification Class (Pre-registration Required Prior to Conference) Topics in Family and Consumer Sciences: FCCLA in the Classroom. Presenters: Connie Rhoton, State Co-Specialist Virginia FCCLA
Monday afternoon
2:00–8:00 p.m. Membership and Conference Information Ballroom Foyer
3:30–5:00 p.m. Session 3 Shula’s PDR FCCLA Mentor Training This session is by invitation only. Presenters: Jenny Watson, Virginia FCCLA Alumni & Associates Coordinator Connie Rhoton, State Co-Specialist, Virginia FCCLA Monday evening
8:00–10:30 p.m. Session 4 Capitol FCCLA Recertification Class (Pre-registration Required Prior to Conference) Topics in Family and Consumer Sciences: FCCLA in the Classroom. Presenters: Connie Rhoton, State Co-Specialist Virginia FCCLA
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Tuesday
Career and Technical Education Summer Professional Development Institute
General Session Greater Richmond Convention Center
• Buses will take participants off site to register and attend sessions at the Greater Richmond Convention Center (GRCC). Buses will load at the hotel’s main entrance and depart promptly at 7:45 a.m. Buses will return participants to the Sheraton West at the end of the day. Participants can board the buses at GRCC after the awards dinner, at approximately 7:15 p.m.
• See the General Session portion of the program for Tuesday’s schedule.
Wednesday
The day at a glance… Breakfast 7:00–8:00 a.m. Breakout sessions 8:15 a.m.–4:45 p.m. Luncheon with Keynote Speaker 12:00–2:00 p.m. Networking Reception sponsored by Johnson and Wales University 5:00–6:00 p.m. VATFACS Scholarship/Awards Banquet 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday morning
7:00–8:00 a.m. Continental Breakfast Ballroom A and B
8:15–11:15 a.m. Session 5 USA/Conference #1 FCCLA Update What is new in FCCLA for the upcoming school year? The session will highlight the activities and programs changes brought back from the National Conference. Presenter: Jenny Watson, Virginia FCCLA Alumni & Associates Coordinator, Bridgewater College Facilitator: Donna Lythgoe, Lloyd C. Bird High School, Chesterfield County Public Schools
8:15–10:15 a.m. Session 6 Ballroom C and D Engaging Minds and Assessing Learning through Interaction and Movement This fast-paced workshop involves educators in the use of effective, interactive instructional strategies that provide a foundation for powerful discussion of important ideas, facilitate practice of newly acquired skills, and provide ample opportunity for formal and informal assessment of learning. The interaction inherent to these carefully structured opportunities for sharing and gathering information allows students to work with one another in productive ways while building positive and supportive relationships with peers. This dynamic session challenges educators to expand their instructional repertoire with practical, research-based strategies designed to promote collaboration, innovation, and higher-order thinking. Presenter: Louis Mangione, President, Innovations in Education Facilitator: Beverly Card, Mount Vernon High School, Fairfax County Public Schools
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8:15–9:45 a.m. Session 7 Monticello A Apples: You Hated Them as A Child This program is designed to explore and learn about the vast apple crop in Virginia. The attendees will see and sample the huge contrasts in flavor, texture, and usage. Presenter: Phillip F. McManus, PhD, CWPC, CHE, Dabney Lancaster Community College Facilitator: Winslow Goodier, Hermitage Technical Center, Henrico County Public Schools
8:15–9:15 a.m. Session 8 Tidewater Virginia’s Early Childhood Quality Improvement Initiatives This session will provide information on Virginia’s Early Childhood Quality Improvement Initiatives, including the Office of Early Childhood Development, Virginia’s Plan for Smart Beginnings, the Star Quality Initiative (QRIS), the Statewide Professional Development System, and other professional development opportunities for early childhood professionals in Virginia. Presenter: Aleta Lawson, Training and Education Consultant, Virginia Department of Social Services Facilitator: Linda Spruill, Family and Consumer Sciences Coordinator, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
8:15–9:15 a.m. Session 9 Shula’s PDR Career Investigation: Registered Dietitian This session will provide information on the educational path to becoming a registered dietitian and the numerous job opportunities available. Sarah Boyd will discuss her career as a registered dietitian with Ukrop’s. Presenter: Sarah Boyd, Registered Dietitian, Ukrop’s Super Markets, Inc. Facilitator: Rachel Van Pelt, James Madison High School, Fairfax County Public Schools
9:30–11:00 a.m. Session 10 Madison A and B FACS to the MAX! Family and Consumer Sciences seems to be one of the world’s best-kept secrets. How can you get maximum visibility, enthusiasm, support and interest in our field? Passion, perseverance, and public awareness are just a few of the Ps that are key to maximizing our work. Presenter: Marilyn Sweirk, CFCS, CFLE, MS Innovations Facilitator: Kelly Thompson, Stuarts Draft Middle School, Augusta County Public Schools
9:30–10:30 a.m. Session 11 Potomac FEA: The Big Picture Are you struggling to get your FEA chapter off the ground? Find out what other chapters are doing and what resources are available. Check out the National FEA Conference and contests. Presenter: Mary Dick, FACS Teacher, Varina High School, Henrico County Public Schools Facilitator: Sheila Foster, Highland Springs High School, Henrico County Public Schools
9:30–10:30 a.m. Session 12 Washington Healthy Eating in the Real World Using straightforward lessons and activities, we will make label reading and finding healthy food choices in the real world effortless by means of reviewing fast-food menus, food packages, and beverage choices. Thinking about these things can be exhausting; so let’s take out the frustration, making these decisions second nature. Presenter: Brittany Wilkins, FCS Extension, Virginia Cooperative Extension Facilitator: Rose Allen, Highland Springs High School, Henrico County Public Schools
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9:30–10:30 a.m. Session 13 USA/Conference #2 Synergistic Foreshadow This session shows how sixth-grade students learn to make a pattern and a pillow by following prompts of a prerecorded session. Making a pillow is a type of synergistic foreshadow. The procedure encourages students to follow each step until the project is completed, much like the synergistic module. Presenter: Agnes Bowen, FACS Teacher, Post Oak Middle School, Spotsylvania County Public Schools Facilitator: Brenda Pannell, Wilder Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
10:00–11:00 a.m. Session 14 Capitol Presentation of Food for Contests Have you ever wondered how to arrange food on plates for competitions? This presentation will demonstrate plating techniques for FCCLA, ProStart, and other competitive events. Presenter: Chef Jerry Lanuzza, Johnson and Wales University, Charlotte, NC Facilitator: Chef Jerry Davis, Grassfield High School, Chesapeake City Public Schools
10:30–11:30 a.m. Session 15 Chesapeake Virginia Office of Consumer Affairs: Who We Are and What We Do Teachers seeking to meet the demands for consumer literacy in the curriculum should know about the resources provided by Virginia’s Office of Consumer Affairs, charged with the task of being the clearinghouse for consumer complaints from Virginia’s citizens. Special emphasis will be placed on resources for teachers, students, and those in the field. Presenter: Dr. Penny Jez, Counseling and Consumer Education Specialist, Virginia Office of Consumer Affairs Facilitator: Sondra Snidow, Hermitage High School, Henrico County Public Schools
10:30–11:30 a.m. Session 16 Shula’s PDR Springer Day Care: Nurturing Today, Preparing for Tomorrow Learn about a full-day preschool operated in conjunction with the Early Childhood Education program at Highland Springs Technical Center in Henrico County. Discover how we provide high school students with real-world experiences working with young children and draw qualified teachers to our school division by offering child care as an employee benefit. Presenters: Cheryl Gould, M.Ed., Family and Consumer Sciences Specialist, Henrico County Public Schools Debra Bazemore, M.Ed., Early Childhood Educator, Henrico County Public Schools Facilitator: Debra Haas, Heritage High School, Loudoun County Public Schools
10:45–11:45 a.m. Session 17 Monticello B A Teachers for Tomorrow Fall Institute: Planning an Event for Your Students Find out how Teachers for Tomorrow instructors in Henrico County planned a one-day student professional conference. Teachers for Tomorrow students across the county came together for an action-packed event to network with their like-minded peers. Students teamed together to learn, plan, share, and test ideas, discuss project ideas, reflect, and solve problems. Presenters: Patty Rogers, FACS Teacher, Deep Run High School, Henrico County Public Schools Facilitator: Marjorie Gardner, Highland Springs High School, Henrico County Public Schools
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10:45–11:45 a.m. Session 18 Tidewater Using Assessments and Certifications to Benefit FCS Students, Programs, and Teachers We live in a society where credibility and recognition is based on documentation and accountability. Use of national assessments and industry-recognized certifications from the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences can enhance the credibility of school instructional programs, serve as a roadmap for program improvement and professional development, and result in student advantages when seeking employment or college credit for competencies gained in high school. Presenter: Gay Nell McGinnis, MS, CFCS, AAFCS, Director of Credentialing, Professional Development, and Public Policy Facilitator: Terran Evans, Virginia Randolph Community High School, Henrico County Public Schools
12:00–2:00 p.m. Luncheon Session Ballrooms A and B Integrating the Science of Learning and the Art of Teaching Gain insights into how experiential learning is key to creating understanding, providing motivation, and emphasizing competency over coverage. Presenter: Louis Mangione, President, Innovations in Education Facilitators: Kathleen Buchanan, Riverheads High School, Augusta County Public Schools Rachel Van Pelt, James Madison High School, Fairfax County Public Schools Linda Spruill, Family and Consumer Sciences Coordinator, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Wednesday afternoon
2:30–4:30 p.m. Session 19 Madison A and B Fashion Design Occupations: Recycling in the Recession Fashion design occupations have been afforded a great opportunity of relevance in this time of recession. How many times have you had creative and simple ideas only to watch “Oprah” and see some other woman has taken the initiative to market her idea and is now a millionaire? Teaching major concepts in fashion design can be achieved with fun, enthusiasm, and economically in the recession as recycling concepts are presented to our students. Presenter: Dr. Cassandra C. Brooks, FACS Teacher, Oscar Smith High School, Chesapeake City Public Schools Facilitator: Sheila Foster, Highland Springs High School, Henrico County Public Schools
2:30–4:30 p.m. Session 20 Tidewater Building Bridges: Establishing Effective Communication and Leadership in Student Organizations This workshop uses games and simple children’s toys to demonstrate and implement strategies for successful communications, problem solving, and leadership training for students. These strategies are discussed within the context of various personality types and learning styles exhibited by our students. The foundation for this presentation is derived from a leadership training exercise “Bridge It!” from Karl Rohnke’s book, Silver Bullets. This is a highly interactive session. Participants will have the opportunity to relax and have fun, while learning about themselves and their student leaders. Implications for leadership training will be discussed. Presenter: Melissa Chase, Ph.D., Associate Extension Agent in FCS, Virginia Cooperative Extension, Pearisburg Facilitator: Kathleen Buchanan, Riverheads High School, Augusta County Public Schools
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2:30–4:30 p.m. Session 21 Ballroom C and D Fostering Collaboration and Enhancing Thinking Through Information Gap Activities This interactive workshop involves participants in a series of engaging, collaborative problem- solving activities that are easily adapted to any existing curriculum. Striving to accomplish set tasks, learners are challenged to seek out and communicate in a variety of formats, complex information in the content area. Louis Mangione will demonstrate a variety of strategies designed to aid teachers in the creation of classroom activities that deepen understanding, promote communication, and develop problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. Participants will be fully engaged in each activity teaching, collaborating and sharing information with one another. Presenter: Louis Mangione, President, Innovations in Education Facilitator: Ginny Brown, Highland Springs High School, Henrico County Public Schools
2:30–4:00 p.m. Session 22 Potomac Family Economics and Financial Education (FEFE) Curriculum Ready for You Participate in a hands-on demonstration using the FEFE curriculum gaining skills and confidence to teach family economics and finance using this valuable online resource. We will walk through a lesson plan, use active learning ideas, try the “Life in…” simulation, and share ideas about how to use this teacher-designed, always-current, ready-to-use tool. Presenter: Kathy Bohnsack, NBCT, FACS Teacher, Heritage High School, Loudoun County Public Schools Facilitator: Luella McField-Barnes, Varina High School, Henrico County Public Schools
2:30–4:15 p.m. Session 23 USA/Conference #1 Apples: You Hated Them As A Child This program is designed for participants to explore and learn about the vast apple crop in Virginia. The attendees will see and sample the huge contrasts in flavor, texture, and usage. Presenter: Phillip F. McManus, PhD, CWPC, CHE, Dabney Lancaster Community College Facilitator: LaShawn Mayo, Richmond Technical Center, Richmond City Public Schools
2:30–4:00 p.m. Session 24 Chesapeake Financial CPR: Managing Your Money and Investments in Tough Economic Times This workshop will teach tips that you can use personally and in the classroom to teach strategies for managing personal finances and investments in troubled times. Presenter: Dr. Celia Hayhoe, Assistant Professor, Apparel, Housing, and Resource Management, Virginia Tech Facilitator: Rhonda Martella, Pocahontas Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
2:30–4:00 p.m. Session 25 Capitol Projecting Professionalism We judge and are being judged everyday. Presenting the desired first and lasting impression is especially important in projecting one’s personal or professional image or that of a program or business. Useful for professionals who deal with the public, and their clients, students, and community. Presenter: Marilyn Swierk, CFCS, CFLE, MS Innovations Facilitator: Joice Jeffries, Highland Springs High School, Henrico County Public Schools
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Wednesday afternoon, continued
2:30–3:30 p.m. Session 26 Shula’s PDR Fast and Fabulous Food Styling and Presentations Ever wonder why foods in cookbooks and food magazines look so wonderful? This session will leave you with ideas that will help you create fabulous food presentations—perfect for catering, party-giving, home-entertaining, and in everyday meal preparation. Learn the tricks from a professional who styles food for television shows and commercials; print ads and brochures; and can help you make foods look lick-off-the-page delicious! Presenter: Mary Rapaport, Virginia Egg Council Facilitator: Valerie Gilbert, FACS Teacher, Richmond City Public Schools
3:45–4:45 p.m. Session 27 Washington No Dessert Until You Eat Your Peas! Behaviors and Their Relationship to Childhood Overweight Parenting styles and behaviors may have an effect on childhood overweight. Parenting styles will be reviewed. Presenters will delve into questions such as Will parental pressure on children to eat increase overweight? Is parental restriction of desired foods related to overweight? We will review parent resources promoting healthy eating habits. Presenter: Mary Ann McFarland, State Project Leader, Family Nutrition Education Program Facilitator: Sharon Dewry, Godwin High School, Henrico County Public Schools
Wednesday evening
5:00–6:00 p.m. Reception Ballroom Foyer and Monticello Sponsored by Johnson and Wales University Johnson and Wales offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in business, hospitality, culinary arts, technology, and education. Four distinct campuses in Providence, North Miami, Denver, and Charlotte offer a full university experience for students through a variety of clubs, organizations, Greek Life, athletics, and leadership programs.
6:00–8:00 p.m. VATFACS Scholarship/Awards Banquet Ballroom A and B Ellen Swallow Richards: The Art of Right Living Note: Participants must purchase a ticket to attend this event. Joyce Beery Miles, CFCS retired, will present a monologue on the life of Ellen Swallow Richards. Ellen Swallow Richards worked tirelessly to elevate the discipline of home economics to a standardized, systematized, and professional discipline, and she founded the American Home Economics Association in 1908. She was the first woman to enter the Massachusetts Institute of Technology as a student, and the first woman professor at MIT. She believed that science served an applied purpose to improve the quality of life for all, and she worked to teach others the “Art of Right Living.” She spent most of her life working to open doors for women in education and became a world-renown expert in water-quality testing as well as providing much of the first writing on nutrition in the 1900s. Presenter: Joyce Beery Miles, CFCS Retired Facilitators: Ritchie DeBruler, Hayfield Secondary School, Fairfax County Public Schools; Kathy Strickler, Brooke Point High School, Stafford County Public Schools
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Thursday
The day at a glance… Breakfast 7:00–8:00 a.m. Breakout sessions 8:00–11:45 a.m. Luncheon with Keynote Speaker 12:00–2:00 p.m. FCCLA Recertification Class 2:00–10:30 p.m. VATFACS Board Meeting 2:00–5:30 p.m.
Thursday morning
7:00–8:00 a.m. VATFACS Board Meeting Ballroom A and B
8:00–9:15 a.m. Session 28 Ballroom A and B VDOE Update and Family and Consumer Sciences Credentials Presenters: Helen Fuqua, Program Specialist, Family and Consumer Sciences, Virginia Department of Education; Gay Nell McGinnis, M.S., CFCS, Division Director of Credentialing, Professional Development and Public Policy, American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences Facilitators: Sharon Dewry, Godwin High School, Henrico County Public Schools; Rose Allen, Highland Springs High School, Henrico County Public Schools
9:30–11:30 a.m. Session 29 Ballroom C and D Grand Carousel and Curriculum Showcase The Grand Carousel and Showcase are excellent networking opportunities for family and consumer sciences teachers. Participants may choose to rotate around the curriculum tables at the carousel sessions, visit with showcase presenters, or a combination of both. Chair person: Barb Nehls, FACS Teacher, Brookland Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
9:30–11:15 a.m. Session 30 Monticello A Small Steps to Health and Wealth The Small Steps to Health and Wealth program provides information to help you take charge of your future. It is designed to motivate participants to take action to improve their lives. Each of the 25 behavior change strategies has health and wealth “action steps” and one or more worksheets that provide an opportunity to apply the strategy to your health and wealth goals and life situation. Hands-on activities and optional workbook ($18) will be available in class. Presenter: Johanna Hahn, Senior Extension Agent, FCS, Virginia Cooperative Extension Facilitator: Doris Clark, Chandler Middle School, Richmond City Public Schools
9:30–10:45 a.m. Session 31 Potomac Mentoring: Powerful, Passionate, Preventive, and Progressive Mentoring is a strategic concept that has been proven to be an effective intervention strategy for retaining and empowering teachers in the field of education. It also has been proven to sustain at-risk students who face varying degrees of environmental challenges. This session will empower staff and students alike. Presenter: Dr. Cassandra C. Brooks, FACS Teacher, Oscar Smith High School, Chesapeake City Public Schools Facilitator: Rose Allen, Highland Springs High School, Henrico County Public Schools
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9:30–10:45 a.m. Session 32 USA/Conference #1 Teaching Youth Financial Literacy Through Reality Store Reality Store, a financial simulation, enabled 5,290 seniors in Loudoun County to increase knowledge of making financial choices, goal-setting, decision-making, and the correlation of higher education and better career choices. Experience the simulation and learn how to replicate this model in your school through this hands-on workshop. Presenter: Beverly Samuel, Senior Extension Agent, FCS, Virginia Cooperative Extension Facilitator: Luella McField-Barnes, Varina High School, Henrico County Public Schools
9:30–10:30 a.m. Session 33 Capital Where to Go from Here: VCU School of Education Teacher Preparation Program Overview The VCU School of Education was recently rated one of the nation’s Top 40 schools. Come learn about our programs and see for yourself what makes VCU a top-rated school. Presenter: Dr. Jennifer Sherry, Secondary Advising and Recruiting Coordinator, VCU Facilitator: Terran Evans, Virginia Randolph Community High School, Henrico County Public Schools
9:30–10:30 a.m. Session 34 Monticello B Nutrition Education Without Cracking a Book Learn hands-on activities that teach the basis of nutrition including meal planning, shopping, and kitchen safety without involving lots of reading and writing for students. Students are more likely to remember, share, and put into practice what they have learned through these nutrition activities. Presenter: Anne-Carter Carrington, State Project Leader, Family Nutrition Education Program Facilitator: Wenonah Washington, George Wythe High School, Richmond City Public Schools
9:30–10:30 a.m. Session 35 Shula’s PDR Pro Start Program Overview Bill Nolan, National Director of ProStart, will provide an overview of the ProStart Program. Attendees will hear about the history of the program, why it was developed, size and scope, and what it can do for you and your students. Topics covered will also include the benefits of industry connections, scholarships, articulation with postsecondary, and ample time for questions and answers from attendees. Presenter: Bill Nolan, Director, ProStart Program Facilitator: Debra Bazemore, Highland Springs Technical Center, Henrico County Public Schools
10:15–11:15 a.m. Session 36 Chesapeake Understanding Foodborne Illness Risk Factors This session provides an overview of the risk factors for foodborne illness and how they can be controlled in a food establishment. Presentation will include a group exercise at the end. Presenter: Catherine Cummins, REHS, Virginia Department of Health Facilitator: Pam Barkovich, Byrd Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
10:45 a.m.–Noon Session 37 Shula’s PDR The Art of Pastillage and Sugar Boxes This demonstration will include various sugar and chocolate decorating techniques to create edible boxes filled with candy. It will include an introduction to working with Gum paste, modeling chocolate, and chocolate transfer sheets. Techniques shared in this mini course will provide training for innovative lesson plans as well as fund-raising ideas for high school culinary arts and related programs of various skill levels. Presenters: Jacqui Pressinger, Southeast Admissions Officer, Culinary Institute of America Steven Ciccone, Culinary Institute of America Alumni Facilitator: Winslow Goodier, Hermitage Technical Center, Henrico County Public Schools
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Thursday morning, continued 10:45–11:45 a.m. Session 38 Capital Live It. Learn It. Realityworks Nobody learned to ride a bike by reading a book! Explore the methodology behind simulation technology for CTE. Realityworks, the creators of the world’s first infant simulator, will demonstrate RealCareBaby, Shaken Baby Syndrome Simulator, Financial Literacy software, and more. Research case studies and curriculum mappings will be shared. Presenter: Kristy Diedrich, Realityworks Facilitator: Joice Jeffries, Highland Springs High School, Henrico County Public Schools
10:45–11:45 a.m. Session 39 Washington Ready or Not: Are Your Students Prepared for the Workplace? A student may obtain a job but then report difficulties in keeping it. Do your students know and understand the strategies for being a successful employee? This session will focus on workplace skills and strategies. Teachers will have a hands-on opportunity to try out several successful lessons from the Workplace Readiness Skills curriculum. Presenter: Sandy Jones, Coordinator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Fairfax County Public Schools Facilitator: Cynthia Tyler, Elkhardt Middle School, Richmond City Public Schools
10:45–11:45 a.m. Session 40 Monticello B National Board Certification for CTE and FACS More CTE and FACS teachers are realizing the value of obtaining National Board Certification. A brief overview and history of the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, the requirements for certification, and the methods through which CTE/FACS personnel within schools complete the requirements for the certification will be addressed. Presenter: Larissa K. Lemp, NBCT, Loudoun County Public Schools Facilitator: Sylvia Mullen, Richmond Technical Center, Richmond City Public Schools
12:00–2:00 p.m. Luncheon Session Ballrooms A and B Everyone Needs the F.A.C.S. of Life! Learn the answers to the following questions and how you can make those answers work for you! WHO are the Family and Consumer Sciences professionals? WHAT do they do? WHY are they so important? WHAT good will it (FACS) do for individuals? Families? Communities? Presenter: Marilyn Swierk, CFCS, CFLE, MS Innovations Facilitators: Cheryl Gould, FACS Coordinator, Henrico County Public Schools; Sheila Foster, Highland Springs High School, Henrico County Public Schools; Marjorie Gardner, Highland Springs High School, Henrico County Public Schools Thursday afternoon
2:00–10:30 p.m. Session 41 Capital FCCLA Recertification Class (Pre-registration Prior to Conference) Presenter: Connie Rhoton, Virginia FCCLA Co-Specialist
3:00–5:00 p.m. VATFACS Board Meeting Stateroom
Friday
8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Session 42 Capital FCCLA Recertification Class (Pre-registration Prior to Conference) Presenter: Connie Rhoton, Virginia FCCLA Co-Specialist
8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. VATFACS Board Meeting Stateroom
Family and Consumer Sciences 10 HEALTH AND MEDICAL SCIENCES Summer Professional Development Institute
Richmond Omni Hotel August 3–7, 2009
Sponsored by the Virginia Health Occupations Education Association
in collaboration with the Virginia Department of Education
Virginia Health Occupations Education Association Richmond Omni Hotel
Daily Schedule of Events
Monday
7:00–9:00 p.m. Virginia Health Occupations Education Association Boardroom Board Meeting
Tuesday
Career and Technical Education Summer Professional Development Institute
General Session Greater Richmond Convention Center
• Buses will take participants off site to register and attend sessions at the Greater Richmond Convention Center (GRCC). Buses will load at the hotel’s main entrance and depart promptly at 7:45 a.m. Buses will return participants to the Omni Hotel after the awards program, at approximately 7:15 p.m.
• See the General Session portion of the program for Tuesday’s schedule.
Wednesday
8:00–9:30 a.m. Membership and Conference Information and Continental Breakfast Magnolia
9:30–10:15 a.m. Opening Session Magnolia Welcome: Burma Bell, President, Virginia Health Occupations Education Association Greetings: George Willcox, CTE Cluster Coordinator, Office of Career and Technical Education, Virginia Department of Education Dr. Ronald Carey, Assistant Superintendent, Richmond City Public Schools Conference Overview: Michele Wright, Vice President, Virginia Health Occupations Education Association
10:15–10:30 a.m. Break Atrium Balcony
10:30–11:30 a.m. Keynote Speaker: The Honorable Roslyn C. Tyler, Delegate, 75th District, Virginia General Assembly In addition to her service in the General Assembly, Delegate Roslyn Tyler is a licensed physical therapist. As a health professional, Delegate Tyler understands the role and the responsibilities of teachers in health and medical sciences programs. Delegate Tyler will provide information on the importance of following laws and regulations that may impact our programs.
Noon–1:30 p.m. Special Luncheon Magnolia
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1:30–2:30 p.m. Regulation Roundtables Shenandoah H, J, and Roanoke Educators will have the opportunity to hear about the latest state regulations and concerns for dental programs, nursing programs, and emergency medical technician programs from the presenters listed below. Presenters: Sandra Reen, Board of Dentistry Dr. Paula Saxby, Board of Nursing Michael Berg, Office of Emergency Medical Services
2:30–3:30 p.m. Session 1 Magnolia CareerSafe for the Health Occupations Class Dr. Lee Ross will address safety issues and provide valuable information on the importance of a safe and clean environment for students in classrooms, laboratories, and in the clinical facilities. Dr. Ross is the former state specialist for Trade and Industrial Education. His knowledge and experiences with OSHA and other safety concerns will be of interest to all teachers. Presenter: Dr. Richard Lee Ross, Consultant, CareerSafe
3:30–4:30 p.m. Session 2 Shenandoah Teaching Health Science Pathways and Foundations in High School Programs This session demonstrates career pathways taught using a self-directed method to create multiple “clinical career labs” in a classroom environment. Featured also is an overview of an online curriculum that teaches the health care skills standards. Presenters: Jerry Foxworthy, National Sales Manager, Applied Technologies Keith Edwards, Regional Sales Manager, Applied Technologies
4:30 p.m. Refreshment Break Atrium Balcony
4:45–5:30 p.m. Regional Meetings Shenandoah H, J, and Roanoke
Thursday
7:00–8:00 a.m. Continental Breakfast Magnolia Wine Bar
8:00–8:30 a.m. Departure for Virginia Commonwealth University Lobby
9:00–11:00 a.m. Interactive Health Simulation Labs Virginia Commonwealth University Health and Medical Science teachers will have an opportunity to tour Virginia Commonwealth University Nursing and Medical Simulation laboratories. Teachers will be touring the nursing and dentistry simulation laboratories on campus. An outreach field trip has been planned for emergency medical technician with Lifevac or Medflight, depending on their availability and the weather. Presenters: Susan Wright, Nursing Rikki Gottlieb, Dentistry Devin Calrey or David Paulson, Lifevac First Sgt. Alston, Virginia State Police, Medflight
11:15–11:30 a.m. Return to Omni Hotel
12:00–2:00 p.m. Luncheon Magnolia Burma Bell, VHOEA President, presiding Special Recognitions Presenter: JoAnn Wakelyn, Specialist, Health and Medical Sciences, Office of Career and Technical Education, Virginia Department of Education
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2:00–2:15 p.m. Break Atrium Balcony
2:15–5:00 p.m. Session 3 Potomac E CPR/AED Training and Certification This is an opportunity for health and medical sciences teachers to earn Cardiopulmonary and Automated External Defibrillator (CPR/AED) certification or renew their certification for CPR/AED. Note: Limited to 10 participants. Presenter: Tom Nevetral, Office of Emergency Medical Services
2:15–3:15 p.m. Session 4 Potomac F/G CTE and Special-Needs Students Career and Technical Education teachers will have the opportunity to question a special education consultant about adapting lesson plans for special-needs students. Learn how to meet competency and board regulations for licensure requirements, plus how to adapt the classroom lecture, lesson plan, and clinical areas for students with Individualized Education Plans (IEP). Presenter: Adjonah Bullock-Balmer, Specialist, Special Education, Greensville County Public Schools
3:15–4:15 p.m. Session 5 Potomac F/G Rural Health Program and Scholarships The Rural Health Program is a new endeavor for the Virginia Department of Health. Educators will have an opportunity to see how this impacts our students coming into the work force and recognize networking resources available through the Department of Health. Presenter: Aileen Edwards Harris, MSA, Health Care Workforce Manager, Virginia Department of Health
4:15–5:30 p.m. VHOEA Annual Meeting Magnolia
Friday
7:00–8:00 a.m. Continental Breakfast Magnolia
8:00–9:00 a.m. The Law and CTE Teachers Potomac Dr. Wayne Scott will provide valuable information about school law and the requirements of school personnel. He will address a number of issues, including security, confidentiality, and teachers’ liabilities and responsibilities. Presenter: Dr. Wayne Scott, Greensville County Public Schools, Associate Professor, Virginia State University
9:15–10:00 a.m. Today’s Class Health Science Potomac Learn about an innovative, affordable e-learning approach that works. Presenters: Tom Richardson, Vice President, Today’s Class Jill Cardwell, Director of Client Relations, Today’s Class
10:00–10:15 p.m. Morning Break
10:00–11:30 a.m. Very Important Issues and Updates Potomac Burma Bell, VHOEA President, and Michele Wright, VHOEA President-Elect, presiding Presenters: Ann Craddock, State Specialist, Virginia HOSA; JoAnn Wakelyn, Health and Medical Sciences Specialist, Office of Career and Technical Education, Virginia Department of Education
11:30 a.m. Evaluation and Closing Remarks Presenter: Burma Bell, VHOEA President
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MARKETING Summer Professional Development Institute
Crowne Plaza Downtown August 3–6, 2009
Sponsored by the Virginia Association of Marketing Educators
in collaboration with the Virginia Department of Education
Virginia Association of Marketing Educators Crowne Plaza Downtown
Daily Schedule of Events
Monday
6:00–8:00 p.m. Virginia Association of Marketing Educators Crowne Plaza Hotel Lobby Membership and Conference Information
Tuesday
Career and Technical Education Summer Professional Development Institute
General Session Greater Richmond Convention Center
• Buses will take participants off site to register and attend sessions at the Greater Richmond Convention Center from 7:45 a.m. Participants will load the buses on Canal Street, outside the motor entrance of the Crowne Plaza Hotel. Buses will return to the hotel after the awards program, at approximately 7:15 p.m.
• See the General Session portion of the program for Tuesday’s schedule.
Wednesday
7:00–11:00 a.m. Membership and Conference Information Ballroom Foyer
8:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Marketing Exhibits Ballroom Foyer Visit fundraising, curriculum, and textbook vendors.
8:00–9:00 a.m. Continental Breakfast Grand Ballroom Special seating for conference first-timers to meet and greet
9:00–9:45 a.m. Session 1 Drake Fashion Economics Understanding basic economic theories are essential to success in a competitive fashion business. Although the speaker is a VCU Fashion Design and Merchandising professor, the information that she will share at the workshop can be applicable to most industries. Presenter: Donna Reamy, Associate Chair, VCU Professor of Fashion Design and Merchandising, Author of Fashion Economics
9:00–9:45 a.m. Session 2 Raleigh Identity Theft Detection and Prevention by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service Are you afraid of having your identity stolen? It takes years to recover from this tragedy. Learn how to avoid being a victim. Presenter: Michael J. Romano, Metro Richmond ID Task Force
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Wednesday, continued
9:00–9:45 a.m. Session 3 Georgian Martin Agency and the GEICO Story In 1994, few people had heard of GEICO, and none knew how to pronounce it. Through the efforts and creativity of the Martin Agency, that has changed. Today you would be hard pressed to find someone who doesn’t know GEICO and the marketing of the gecko. (This session repeats at 10:00 a.m.) Presenter: Matthew Williams, Martin Agency
9:00–9:45 a.m. Session 4 Capitol Globalization is Here! What opportunities and challenges does it bring? Who is helped and who is hurt by insourcing, outsourcing, off-shoring, strong dollar, weak dollar, embargos, quotas, and tariffs? Come and participate in an exciting simulation and take away lots of handouts! Presenter: Suzanne Gallagher, Director, Center for Economic Education, School of Business, Virginia Commonwealth University
9:00–9:45 a.m. Session 5 Elizabethan VCU Sports Center When VCU wanted to develop an innovative approach for sports marketing, the school turned to Dr. Nathan Tomasini. Find out how Dr. Tomasini and his team developed a creative, yet practical, environment that would give students a leg up in this industry. Presenter: Dr. Nathan Tomasini, Director of the Virginia Commonwealth University Sports Center
9:45–10:00 a.m. Refreshment Break Ballroom Foyer
10:00–10:45 a.m. Session 6 Drake Virginia is for Lovers After 40 years, the theme “Virginia is for Lovers” is still going strong. Find out how Virginia is continuing to market tourism in today’s economy. Presenter: Alisa Bailey, President and CEO of the Virginia Tourism Corp.
10:00–10:45 a.m. Session 7 Raleigh Richmond International Speedway Richmond International Speedway (RIR), known as America’s premier short track, offers great night-racing action and a commitment to the fan experience. Hear about RIR and the marketing behind the scenes that generates millions of dollars annually for the economy of Virginia. Presenter: Deborah Huff, Advertising and Promotions Manager, Richmond International Speedway
10:00–10:45 a.m. Session 8 Georgian Martin Agency and the GEICO Story In 1994, few people had heard of GEICO, and none knew how to pronounce it. Through the efforts and creativity of the Martin Agency, that has changed. Today you would be hard pressed to find someone who doesn’t know GEICO and the marketing of the gecko. (This is a repeat of the 9:00 a.m. session.) Presenter: Matthew Williams, Martin Agency
10:00–10:45 a.m. Session 9 Elizabethan Fashion Forecasting Fashion forecasting resources help to predict trends in the fashion industry. Listen as Rose Regni predicts fashion trends for the upcoming season! Presenter: Rosalie J. Regni, Professor of Fashion Design and Merchandising, Virginia Commonwealth University
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Wednesday, continued
10:00–10:45 a.m. Session 10 Capitol The History and Marketing of a Landmark: Byrd Theatre The Byrd Theatre was built in 1928 in Richmond, Virginia, as one of the nation’s grand movie palaces and is both a State and National Historic landmark. Hear how the Byrd currently competes against the mega movie theaters. Presenter: Todd A. Schall-Vess, General Manager, Byrd Theatre
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Luncheon Grand Ballroom Teacher of the Year Recognition Sponsored by Johnson and Wales University
Will Your Students Be Prepared…or Just Educated? Chad Foster has presented this topic to 250,000 educators and administrators nationwide. He brings a refreshing perspective to the audience as he inspires and challenges educators and administrators to fully prepare all students for their inevitable destination in the world of work. Presenter: Chad Foster, Author, Motivational Speaker, and ESPN TV Host
Wednesday afternoon
1:45–2:30 p.m. Session 11 Drake Chick-fil-A Dodge Ball Tournament Hear how your students can get involved in the Chick-fil-A Dodge Ball Tournament or the many other marketing activities that Chick-fil-A provides for in Virginia communities. Presenter: Jody Wetherill, Marketing Director, Chick-fil-A Facilitator: Kelly Davis, Thomas Dale High School, Chesterfield County Public Schools
1:45–2:30 p.m. Session 12 Elizabethan Teaching the Golden Rule Since 1937, Ukrop’s Super Markets remains dedicated to its version of the Golden Rule: “treating customers, associates, and suppliers as they personally want to be treated.” Hear how Ukrop’s has continued to be a major force in the food industry as well as in the community it serves. Presenter: Allison Byerly, Human Resources, Ukrop’s Corporate Offices
1:45–2:30 p.m. Session 13 Raleigh Kings Dominion: Marketing for New Markets It’s all about how your customer accesses information—fragment by fragment. Discover the challenges, trends, and strategies being used to market this well-known amusement and entertainment venue. You’ll also gain information about the careers and skills your students will need to succeed. Presenter: Ed Kuhlmann, Director of Marketing, King’s Dominion
1:45–2:30 p.m. Session 14 Georgian Financial Literacy for Teens for the 21st Century The focus of this interactive workshop, based on the nationally acclaimed Financial Literacy for Teens, will be to introduce attendees to a unique approach for changing the way students think about money. The project-based format of the workshop will enable attendees to role- play as students as they are taken through a series of “in-class” activities dealing with making, managing, multiplying, and protecting money. Presenter: Chad Foster, Author, Motivational Speaker, ESPN TV Host, and luncheon speaker
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Wednesday afternoon, continued
1:45–2:30 p.m. Session 15 Capitol History of Fashion in a Down Economy Understand how and why fashions change in a down economy. Jackie Mullins will compare fashions from the Great Depression to our present day. Presenter: Ms. Jackie Mullins, Historian, Valentine Museum, Richmond
2:30–2:45 p.m. Refreshment Break Ballroom Foyer
2:45–3:30 p.m. Session 16 Ballroom Salon B DECA Update Get the latest information to keep your chapter and VA DECA number ONE! Presenter: Suzanne Campbell, Virginia DECA Board of Trustees Chairperson
3:45 p.m. VAME Auction Ballroom Salon A Join us for an afternoon of fun and surprises!
Thursday
8:00–9:00 a.m. Breakfast Session Grand Ballroom Marketing Program Update Presenter: Sharon Acuff, Marketing Education Specialist, Office of Career and Technical Education, Virginia Department of Education
9:15–10:00 a.m. Session 17 Drake He Meant, She Meant: Improving Male-Female Communications at Work Explore how interpersonal communications between the genders can lead to irate customers, dysfunctional teams, and hard feelings among valued associates. (This session repeats at 10:15 a.m.) Presenter: Tom Davidson, Founder and President, Davidson Leadership, Richmond, and today’s luncheon speaker
9:15–10:00 a.m. Session 18 Raleigh Elevate Your DECA Chapter to the Next Level Wanted to know about DECA but were afraid to ask? Learn about the Chapter Management Guide, DECA Web sites, membership, and recruitment. Become a Virginia DECA stakeholder! Presenter: Mickey Kosloski, Senior Lecturer, Occupational and Technical Studies, Old Dominion University
9:15–10:00 a.m. Session 19 Elizabethan Major State and Federal CTE Initiatives This session will provide descriptions of major state and federal initiatives affecting Marketing educators in Virginia. Career clusters/pathways/plans of study, including the new academic and career plan, and student performance accountability are among the major topics to be covered. Presenter: Anne Rowe, CTE Cluster Coordinator, Office of Career and Technical Education, Virginia Department of Education
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Thursday, continued
9:15–10:00 a.m. Session 20 Capitol Junior Achievement: How Can We Assist You in the Classroom? There are 384,925 Junior Achievement volunteers who teach 367,305 classes to 9,326,748 students a year. That’s 25,553 students a day and nearly 1,065 students every hour who become empowered with the skills to create a better tomorrow for themselves and their communities! Find out how to use Junior Achievement in your class. Presenter: Junior Achievement Representative
9:15–10:00 a.m. Session 21 Georgian Back to Basics Back by popular demand from last year’s conference, this session will provide research strategies, resources, technologies, and activities that can be easily integrated into the fashion merchandising curriculum as a way to provide your students a competitive advantage in this rapidly changing economy. Presenters: Sharon Davis, Occupational and Technical Studies, Old Dominion University Tiffany Machado, Occupational and Technical Studies, Old Dominion University
10:15–11:00 a.m. Session 22 Drake He Meant, She Meant: Improving Male-Female Communications at Work Explore how interpersonal communications between the genders can lead to irate customers, dysfunctional teams, and hard feelings among valued associates. (This is a repeat of the 9:15 a.m. session.) Presenter: Tom Davidson, Founder and President, Davidson Leadership, Richmond, and today’s luncheon speaker
10:15–11:00 a.m. Session 23 Capitol Update on Virginia Marketing Curriculum and Resources Check out the easiest way to complete your competency records! See the latest Marketing frameworks online in Verso. Learn about additional resources, products, and services from the CTE Resource Center. Presenter: Mary Grattan, Librarian/Editor, CTE Resource Center
10:15–11:00 a.m. Session 24 Raleigh Marketing Virginia Tech Sports Author and entrepreneur Mike Harris will discuss his book Game of My Life: Virginia Tech Memorial Stories of Hokie Football and the marketing of sports at Virginia Tech. Presenter: Mike Harris, former Richmond Times-Dispatch sports writer and now owner of his own media company
10:15–11:00 a.m. Session 25 Georgia Tools for Teaching Success Mickey Kosloski will present the top teaching methods that will help you become a successful marketing coordinator. Presenter: Mickey Kosloski, Senior Lecturer, Occupational and Technical Studies, Old Dominion University
10:15–11:00 a.m. Session 26 Elizabethan Jump$tart Your Student to Financial Literacy Jump$tart is a national coalition of organizations dedicated to improving the financial literacy of students by providing advocacy, research, standards, and educational resources. Jump$tart strives to prepare youth for lifelong successful financial decision-making. Presenter: Wayne Atkins, Chairman of Jump$tart
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Thursday, continued
11:15 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Lunch and VAME Business Session Grand Ballroom Boomers, Geeks, and Geezers: Communication and Motivation Across the Generations A unique and memorable inside look at each of the four generations populating our work force and customer base at this time. As a result, audiences understand how and why these four generations differ and what can be done, both individually and organizationally, to prevent work force disruption, attract and retain valuable clients and talent, and turn this volatile liability into a return-generating asset. Presenter: Tom Davidson, Founder and President, Davidson Leadership, Richmond
Marketing 6 TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION Summer Professional Development Institute
Westin Richmond August 3–7, 2009
Sponsored by the Virginia Technology Education Association
in collaboration with the Virginia Department of Education
Virginia Technology Education Association Westin Richmond
Daily Schedule of Events
Monday
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Pre-Conference Session Deep Run High School Media Center Writing Successful Grants for Technology School divisions are feeling the pinch of the economy. At the same time, grant funding sources are increasingly conservative. This workshop will provide a grant writer’s perspective on how to help Technology Education teachers develop ideas worthy of grant-funding, identify sources of grants, and compose the proper wording of the grant application. This workshop will provide an insider’s technical view of the grant’s process to give teachers a competitive edge when seeking funds for ideas. Some attention will be paid to typical sources and what will not be a fundable idea. This presentation will include hands-on activity to increase your skills. Participants are asked to bring a laptop computer and a flash drive. (VTEA registrants only.) Presenters: Jesse W. White, Immediate Past President VTEA Patti Moore Shaffer, Vice President, Research & Development, Education Policy Institute
Tuesday
Career and Technical Education Summer Professional Development Institute
General Session Greater Richmond Convention Center
• Buses will take participants off site to register and attend sessions at the Greater Richmond Convention Center beginning at 7:30 a.m. Buses will load in front of the Westin Hotel.
• See the General Session portion of the program for Tuesday’s schedule.
• Buses will return participants to the Westin Hotel after the awards program, at approximately 7:15 p.m.
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Wednesday
7:30–8:00 a.m. Opening Session Breakfast Westin Hotel, Blue Ridge Salon ABC Nanotechnology Deb Newberry is a professor at Dakota County Technical College and executive director for two nonprofit educational organizations, and she is a member of and serves on committees within many professional organizations, including IEEE, ACS, IoP, AAAS, MNBIO, MHTA, MANCEF, and The Foresight Institute. She is on the Editorial Board of the Journal of Nano Education (JNE). Trained as a nuclear physicist with chemical and mechanical engineering minors, Newberry spent 23 years in the corporate world as a researcher and in executive management. She has developed methodologies for analysis and testing of radiation on satellite systems with over 14 spacecraft in orbit. Newberry earned a master’s degree in nuclear physics and has an extensive educational background in mathematics, chemistry, and mechanical engineering. Newberry is the author of numerous professional articles and papers and has served in leadership positions on the Aerospace Industries Association Space Council and the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers Research and Defense Policy Committee. She has also been involved in nanotechnology as a group leader at the Nanotechnology for Space Conference and the National Science Foundation. Presenter: Professor Deb Newberry; Dakota County Technical College; Rosemount, MN
8:15 a.m. Buses leave for school workshop sites
8:45 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Session 1 Deep Run High School, Media Center STEM: Descriptive Geometry Made Simple An "M" in STEM, Descriptive Geometry is the “calculus” of Engineering Graphics or Technical Drawing. It is the mathematical theory behind the ability to describe the relationships between points, lines, and planes in three-dimensional space—all can be found graphically through the use of Descriptive Geometry. Because of the M (for Math) in STEM, we should recognize this powerful contribution to the foundation of our Graphics and Technical Drawing courses by having knowledge of Descriptive Geometry theories and practices. Presenter: Allen Patton, Yorktown High School, Arlington County Public Schools Facilitator: Shawn Gross, Deep Run High School, Henrico County Public Schools
8:45 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Session 2 Deep Run High School, CAD Lab Mechatronics Participants will explore basic electronics, sensors, motor control, and programming. They will learn how to program and use a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) called the Piksssac. They will also learn how to implement this into their Electronics, Engineering, or Programming curriculum. Presenter: Earl Henry Hurlburt II, Mills E. Godwin High School, Henrico County Public Schools Facilitator: Conner Clarke, Deep Run High School, Henrico County Public Schools
8:45 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Session 3 Hermitage High School, CAD Lab Using Inventor in the Classroom: For Those Who Use the Help Tutorials First Learn the basics of Inventor with a pre-conference practice project. Note sheets, projects, and material for your students will be given out. Presenter: Barrett Airaghi, Chantilly High School, Fairfax County Public Schools Facilitator: Mark Bierly, Hermitage High School, Henrico County Public Schools
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Wednesday, continued 8:45 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Session 4 Hermitage High School, Tech CAD Lab Teaching PIC Concepts in the High School (Day 1 of 2) This workshop will introduce a newly designed PIC microcontroller training system with accompanying curriculum. It is a low-cost system that includes all the needed hardware, software, and the curriculum/teaching material. The platform costs about $125 per station. All attendees need to bring a laptop computer running WIN XP or Vista, and you will get an 8"x10" PIC Training System board, associated peripheral devices, motors (DC & Stepper), software, and curriculum package in a CD. If you are using PIC microcontroller in any form or are interested in learning about it, this is the workshop for you. Presenter: Steve Hsiung, Department of Engineering Technology, Old Dominion University Facilitator: Bob Bestafka, Hermitage High School, Henrico County Public Schools
8:45 a.m.–Noon Session 5 Deep Run High School, Business Lab Microcontrollers: Robotics and Sensors The BASIC Stamp Microcontroller can be used to monitor sensors and control actuators, making it great for robotics. Try sensors and test drive robots in this hands-on lab. Presenter: Jessica Uelmen, Parallax, Inc. Facilitator: Shawn Gross, Deep Run High School, Henrico County Public Schools
8:45 a.m.–Noon Session 6 Pocahontas Middle School, Room 1511 Lego NXT for Beginners Learn why using Lego NXT engages students while teaching them object-oriented programming. Presenters: Bill and Susan Duggins, K–12 Robotics Outreach, Virginia Tech
8:45 a.m.–Noon Session 7 Pocahontas Middle School, Room 1502 Pen Making Each participant will learn how to teach “pen making” to middle school students and actually turn their own pen on the wood lathe. Presenter: Rick Long, Pocahontas Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
8:45 a.m.–Noon Session 8 Deep Run High School, Manufacturing Lab Plastics and Polymers Composite polymer structures are taking over transportation, manufacturing, and construction. Try these simple, low-cost, laboratory activities for molding composite structures, including cardboard mold construction, filament winding, and vacuum bag molding. Presenter: Dan Tryon, Department of Technology, State University of New York at Oswego Facilitator: Justin Gage, Varina High School, Henrico County Public Schools
8:45 a.m.–Noon Session 9 Deep Run High School, Photo Lab Video Editing Participants will learn Digital Video editing using the AVID system. Presenter: John Allen, Highland Springs High School, Henrico County Public Schools Facilitator: Frank Scott, Douglas Freeman High School, Henrico County Public Schools
8:45 a.m.–Noon Session 10 Hermitage High School, Electronics Lab Engineering Principles by Energy Concepts, Inc. This hands-on workshop is for you if you are starting an Engineering Program and/or re- purposing existing PT I & II equipments. Six units of study will be reviewed, including hands- on experience. Units of study are Introduction to Engineering, Precision Measurement, Electrical Circuits, Mechanisms, Fluid Systems, and Alternative Energy. Presenter: Tom Clater, DES, Inc., and Dan White, Energy Concepts, Inc. Facilitator: Mickey Peters, Henrico High School, Henrico County Public Schools
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8:45–10:15 a.m. Session 11 Pocahontas Middle School, Media Center Using Nanoscience to Teach Critical Thinking Skills Rapid advances in nanoscience and nanotechnology research indicate a need for corresponding science, engineering, and medical education efforts. Issues relating to K–12 scientific and technological literacy become even more pressing, given the extent to which advances in nanoscience and nanotechnology are expected to impact all aspects of human experience, including healthcare and medicine, transportation, electronics, and environmental sustainability, to name a few. Presenter: Professor Deb Newberry, Dakota County Technical College, Rosemount, Minnesota Facilitator: Kathleen F. Stansbury, Mount Vernon Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
8:45 a.m.–Noon Session 12 Pocahontas Middle School, Room 1503 Alternative Energy Alternative energy is a hot topic. Learn some ways to involve students in exploring this topic. Presenter: Avi Kadar, Kelvin, Inc. Facilitator: Zach Herbert, Moody Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
10:30 a.m.–Noon Session 13 Pocahontas Middle School, Media Center Virginia TSA: How to Get Started The Technology Student Association is a powerful instructional tool that works best when integrated into the technology education curriculum and classroom by an advisor who is committed to the total development of the student. Come learn everything you need to know about starting a TSA chapter. Presenter: LaTasha Watson, State Advisor, Virginia TSA Facilitator: Emily Leake, Wilder Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
10:30 a.m.–Noon Session 14 Pocahontas Middle School, Room 1502 Biotechnology Made Easy We will discuss the implementation of a middle school biotechnology curriculum. Hands-on activities will be focusing on “garden in a glove,” organic vs. nonorganic foods, and my soybean baby. A slide show will also be presented to show activities using the greenhouse. Presenter: Kathleen F. Stansbury, Mount Vernon Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
Noon Lunch will be served at each of the three school sites.
Wednesday afternoon
12:30 p.m. Buses leave each school for drop-off at other school sites.
1:00–4:30 p.m. Session 15 Deep Run High School, Business Lab Microcontrollers: Electronics and Programming Students can now use small "onboard computers" found in modern electronic products and appliances to automate their projects, robots, and design contest entries. Learn how in this hands-on lab. Presenter: Jessica Uelmen, Parallax, Inc. Facilitator: Shawn Gross, Deep Run High School, Henrico County Public Schools
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1:00–4:30 p.m. Session 16 Deep Run High School, Manufacturing Lab Plastics and Polymers Composite polymer structures are taking over transportation, manufacturing, and construction. Try these simple, low-cost, laboratory activities for molding composite structures, including cardboard mold construction, filament winding, and vacuum bag molding. Presenter: Dan Tryon, Department of Technology, State University of New York at Oswego Facilitator: Justin Gage, Varina High School, Henrico County Public Schools
1:00–4:30 p.m. Session 17 Pocahontas Middle School, Room 1502 Super Capacitor Hover Craft Super Capacitor propulsion is a cutting-edge technology. Participants will learn about the system as they construct a hover craft. Presenter: Avi Kadar, Kelvin, Inc. Facilitator: Emily Leake, Wilder Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
1:00–4:30 p.m. Session 18 Pocahontas Middle School, Room 1511 Lego NXT for Intermediate Users If you have been using Lego and NXT programming, this session will take you a little deeper into the possibilities. Presenter: Bill and Susan Duggins, K–12 Robotics Outreach, Virginia Tech
1:00–4:30 p.m. Session 19 Hermitage High School, Electronics Lab Engineering Principles by Energy Concepts, Inc. This hands-on workshop is for you if you are starting an Engineering Program and/or re- purposing existing PT I & II equipments. Six units of study will be reviewed, including hands- on experience. Units of study are Introduction to Engineering, Precision Measurement, Electrical Circuits, Mechanisms, Fluid Systems, and Alternative Energy. Presenter: Gary Seale, DES, Inc., and Dan White, Energy Concepts, Inc. Facilitator: Mickey Peters, Henrico High School, Henrico County Public Schools
1:00–2:30 p.m. Session 20 Pocahontas Middle School, Room 1501 Biotechnology Made Easy We will discuss the implementation of a middle school biotechnology curriculum. Hands-on activities will be focusing on “garden in a glove,” organic vs. nonorganic foods, and my soybean baby. A slide show will also be presented to show activities using the greenhouse. Presenter: Kathleen F. Stansbury, Mount Vernon Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
1:00–2:30 p.m. Session 21 Pocahontas Middle School, Media Center Virginia TSA: How to Make It Co-curricular The Technology Student Association is a powerful instructional tool that works best when integrated into the technology education curriculum and classroom by an advisor who is committed to the total development of the student. Come learn everything you need to know about starting a TSA chapter. Presenter: LaTasha Watson, State Advisor, Virginia TSA Facilitator: Zach Herbert, Moody Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
1:00–2:30 p.m. Session 22 Pocahontas Middle School, Room 1503 TechEd and STEM: Same but Different This session will demystify K–12 STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Education. Learn easy ways to transition a current program or to create/expand a new program. The session focuses on both integrative and discipline-based concepts of STEM. Presenter: Georgette Yakman, Pulaski High School, Pulaski County Public Schools Facilitator: Rick Long, Pocahontas Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
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Wednesday afternoon, continued
1:00–2:30 p.m. Session 23 Deep Run High School, Photo Lab Using Nanoscience to Teach Critical Thinking Skills Rapid advances in nanoscience and nanotechnology research indicate a need for corresponding science, engineering, and medical education efforts. Issues relating to K–12 scientific and technological literacy become even more pressing, given the extent to which advances in nanoscience and nanotechnology are expected to impact all aspects of human experience, including healthcare and medicine, transportation, electronics, and environmental sustainability, to name but a few. Presenter: Professor Deb Newberry, Dakota County Technical College, Rosemount, Minnesota Facilitator: Frank Scott, Douglas Freeman High School, Henrico County Public Schools
3:00–4:30 p.m. Session 24 Pocahontas Middle School, Media Center Busta Bookworm Project The Busta Bookworm Project is an act of technology designed to encourage students to read. Today's students are confronted with many things that distract them from reading. At L. C. Bird High School, the technology teacher and students decided to create and design a robotic bookworm which could move remotely and talk to kids about the importance of reading. The project has appeared on TV, radio, in news publications, and live at area schools to promote reading. Presenter: Kenneth Holmes, L. C. Bird High School, Chesterfield County Public Schools Facilitator: Zach Herbert, Moody Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
3:00–4:30 p.m. Session 25 Pocahontas Middle School, Room 1503 NAWIC Middle School Build/Design Program Teachers will learn about the NAWIC (National Association of Women in Construction) Education Foundation's "Building Design Program." This middle school program is designed to enhance awareness of Construction Industry Careers and Professions; to highlight the interrelations between mathematics, science, technology, and communication as they relate to the construction industry; and to foster critical thinking, problem solving and creativity. The program has lesson plans, which include students building a scaled model and also videos to view on the construction trades. Presenter: Ashley Hines, NAWIC Educational Foundation Director—Richmond Chapter Facilitator: Rick Long, Pocahontas Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
3:00–4:30 p.m. Session 26 Pocahontas Middle School, Room 1501 Teaching Middle School Technology Education Join our Middle School Teacher of Excellence award winner, and find out how he makes his classes come alive. Presenter: Mark Bolt, Rachel Carson Middle School, Fairfax County Public Schools Facilitator: Kathleen F. Stansbury, Mount Vernon Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
3:00–4:30 p.m. Session 27 Deep Run High School, Photo Lab Teaching High School Technology Education Join our High School Program of Excellence award winner, and find out how he makes his classes come alive. Presenter: Johnny Moye, Career and Technical Education Supervisor, Chesapeake City Public Schools Facilitator: Frank Scott, Douglas Freeman High School, Henrico County Public Schools
4:30 p.m. Buses leave schools to return to Westin hotel
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Thursday
7:00 a.m. Buffet Breakfast Westin Hotel
8:15 a.m. Buses leave Westin hotel for school workshop sites and tour
8:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Session 28 Hermitage High School, Photo Lab Digital Photography with Richmond History Tour Information and facts about digital photography will be combined with a tour of the Virginia State Capitol and historic sites. Take your pictures back and make a slide show. Presenter: Mark Bierly, Hermitage High School, Henrico County Public Schools
8:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. Session 29 Hermitage High School, Tech CAD Lab Teaching PIC Concepts in the High School (Day 2) Continuation of PIC microcontroller training system with accompanying curriculum Presenter: Steve Hsiung, Department of Engineering Technology, Old Dominion University Facilitator: Bob Bestafka, Hermitage High School, Henrico County Public Schools
8:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. Session 30 Ashland, Virginia Flexicell Robotics Tour Flexicell, Inc., is a leading robotic systems integrator, providing custom packing, palletizing, and material handling solutions such as case packing, assembly, feeding of product to other machinery, vision inspecting, collating, machine loading and unloading, conveying, and palletizing. Limited to 45 participants. (Bus will take participants to school sites at 11:00 a.m.)
8:30 a.m.–Noon Session 31 Hermitage High School, CAD Lab AutoCAD Update (2007-2010) In this update of AutoCAD’s new features, the focus will be on changes in the latest versions. Teachers will have hands-on instruction and receive curriculum materials. Presenter: William Wyatt, John Tyler Community College, Ronald A. Williams, Ltd. Facilitator: Bob Bestafka, Hermitage High School, Henrico County Public Schools
8:30 a.m.–Noon Session 32 Pocahontas Middle School, Media Center Engineering by Design: Technological Systems Technological Systems is intended to teach students how technological systems work together to solve problems and capture opportunities. The new EbD materials have been designed based on standards for science, technology, and mathematics at the appropriate grade levels. Presenter: Curt Funkhouser, ITEA CATTS Trainer Facilitator: Anthony LaRocca, Elko Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
8:30 a.m.–Noon Session 33 Deep Run High School, Media Center Engineering Design Materials from EbD These rich materials focus on how engineers apply their creativity, resourcefulness, mathematical, scientific, and technical knowledge and skills in the creation or refinement of technological products/systems. Presenter: Amy Gensemer, ITEA CATTS Trainer Facilitator: Bruce Watson, Technology Education Supervisor, Henrico County Public Schools
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8:30 a.m.–Noon Session 34 Pocahontas Middle School, Room 1502 Pen Making Each participant will learn how to teach "pen making" to middle school students and actually turn their own pen on the wood lathe. Presenter: Rick Long, Pocahontas Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
8:30 a.m.– Noon Session 35 Deep Run High School, Photo Lab Advanced Photoshop Techniques and Tricks Anthony Rumley, President of the Virginia Professional Photographers Association, will demonstrate and explain advanced techniques of Photoshop used by the best professional photographers. Presenter: Anthony Rumley, President of the Virginia Professional Photographers Association Facilitator: Frank Scott, Douglas Freeman High School, Henrico County Public Schools
8:30 a.m.– Noon Session 36 Deep Run High School, CAD Lab Scratch for Beginners: Programming Without Programming Scratch is free software used to create interactive animations, games, music, and art. This program is an excellent tool for rapidly prototyping an idea. Presenter: Chuchun Tsai, Woodson High School, Fairfax County Public Schools Facilitator: Connor Clarke, Deep Run High School, Henrico County Public Schools
8:30 a.m.– Noon Session 37 Hermitage High School, Electronics Lab SolidWorks CAD Academy: A Pre-Engineering/Architecture Program This session will feature a hands-on look at the CAD Academy pre-engineering and architecture program through a short design project. Participants will receive a free software title of their choice. Presenter: Russell Mickelson, Amtek, Inc. Facilitator: Bill Gradwell, Douglas Freeman High School, Henrico County Public Schools
8:30–10:00 a.m. Session 38 Deep Run High School, Materials Lab Assembly Line Team Project Participants will explore a unit developed for Computer Systems Technology where students learn about assembly lines, industrial engineering, and jobs in factories. Working in teams, students develop plans to assemble a matching set of computers beginning at the component level. Teams compete for fastest assembly time and quality in the multi-variable activity. Presenter: Steven Love, Arlington Career Center, Arlington County Public Schools Facilitator: Shawn Gross, Deep Run High School, Henrico County Public Schools
8:30–10:00 a.m. Session 39 Pocahontas Middle School, Room 1503 Using Kits and Parts to Teach Competencies in Middle School With time at a premium, kits and pre-made parts can help speed up competency results. Presenter: Bill Holden, Pitsco Inc. Facilitator: Jeremy Stacy, Elko Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
10:30 a.m.– Noon Session 40 Pocahontas Middle School, Room 1511 Electronic Game Challenge Participants will learn how to download, set up, and use Gamemaker. Presenter: Bud Jacobs, Franklin Middle School, Fairfax County Public Schools Facilitator: Jeremy Stacy, Elko Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
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10:30 a.m.–Noon Session 41 Deep Run High School, Manufacturing Lab Virginia TSA: How to Get Started The Technology Student Association is a powerful instructional tool that works best when integrated into the technology education curriculum and classroom by an advisor who is committed to the total development of the student. Come learn everything you need to know about starting a TSA chapter. Presenter: LaTasha Watson, State Advisor, Virginia TSA Facilitator: Bruce Watson, Technology Education Supervisor, Henrico County Public Schools
Noon Lunch will be served at each of the three school sites.
Thursday afternoon
12:30 p.m. Buses leave each school for drop-off at other school sites.
1:00–4:30 p.m. Session 42 Pocahontas Middle School, Media Center Engineering by Design: Inventions and Innovation Inventions and Innovation provides students with opportunities to apply the design process in developing a new product, process, or system. The new EbD materials have been designed based on standards for science, technology, and mathematics at the appropriate grade levels. Presenter: Curt Funkhouser, ITEA CATTS Trainer Facilitator: Anthony LaRocca, Elko Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
1:00–4:30 p.m. Session 43 Deep Run High School, Photo Lab Video Editing Participants focus on workflows and skills for assembling various types of programs, including advanced skills in editing and performing color correction. Topics include basic setup, logging and digitizing media, editing and trimming techniques, 3D effect palette, title tool, audio suite, prepping for output, and final output to tape. Presenter: John Allen, Highland Springs High School, Henrico County Public Schools
1:00–4:30 p.m. Session 44 Deep Run High School, CAD Lab Teaching and Managing Geospatial Technology Projects Learn how to use Arcview in the classroom and exchange technology lessons and data that work. We will explore teaching Geospatial Technology by meeting with county government officials. Presenter: Tim Greenway, Varina High School, Henrico County Public Schools Facilitator: Connor Clarke, Deep Run High School, Henrico County Public Schools
1:00–4:30 p.m. Session 45 Deep Run High School, Media Center Engineering Design Materials from EbD These rich materials focus on how engineers apply their creativity, resourcefulness, mathematical, scientific, and technical knowledge and skills in the creation or refinement of technological products/systems. Presenter: Amy Gensemer, ITEA CATTS Trainer Facilitator: Anthony LaRocca, Elko Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
1:00–4:30 p.m. Session 46 Hermitage High School, CAD Lab Introducing Modeling and Simulation to Technology Education This session is designed to introduce technology education teachers and administrators to modeling and simulation, an emerging, engineering-based technology that is dramatically and rapidly changing how we compete in today’s global economy; how we prepare for 21st century careers; and how we teach, learn, and learn to work. Presenter: Thomas Pinelli, NASA Facilitator: Bob Bestafka, Hermitage High School, Henrico County Public Schools
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1:00–4:30 p.m. Session 47 Pocahontas Middle School, Room 1511 Scratch for Beginners: Programming Without Programming Scratch is a free software used to create interactive animations, games, music, and art. This program is an excellent tool for anybody for rapidly prototyping an idea. Presenter: Chuchun Tsai, Woodson High School, Fairfax County Public Schools Facilitator: Jeremy Stacy, Elko Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
1:00–2:30 p.m. Session 48 Deep Run High School, Business Lab Beginning Photoshop Beginners in Photoshop will learn how to create good basic pictures. You will use the program and learn how to navigate, change colors, fix defects in pictures, and other techniques. Presenter: Mickey Peters, Henrico High School, Henrico County Public Schools Facilitator: Frank Scott, Douglas Freeman High School, Henrico County Public Schools
1:00–2:30 p.m. Session 49 Deep Run High School, Media Center Virginia TSA: How to Make It Co-curricular The Technology Student Association is a powerful instructional tool that works best when integrated into the technology education curriculum and classroom by an advisor who is committed to the total development of the student. Come learn everything you need to know about starting a TSA chapter. Presenter: LaTasha Watson, State Advisor, Virginia TSA Facilitator: Shawn Gross, Deep Run High School, Henrico County Public Schools
1:00–2:30 p.m. Session 50 Pocahontas Middle School, Room 1503 NAWIC Middle School Build/Design Program Teachers will learn about the NAWIC (National Association of Women in Construction) Education Foundation's "Building Design Program." This middle school program is designed to enhance awareness of Construction Industry Careers and Professions; to highlight the interrelations between math, science, tehcnology and communication as they relate to the construction industry; and to foster critical thinking, problem solving and creativity. The program has lesson plans which include students building a scaled model and also videos to view on the construction trades. Presenter: Ashley Hines, NAWIC Educational Foundation Director—Richmond Chapter Facilitator: Rick Long, Pocahontas Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
1:00–2:30 p.m. Session 51 Hermitage High School, Electronics Lab Incorporating 3D Printing into Your Design or Engineering Program This session will feature a hands-on look at the latest 3D printing technology—the uPrint from Dimension. The uPrint is the lowest priced 3D printer on the market and makes durable ABS Plastic parts. Presenter: Rich Sykes, Amtek, Inc. Facilitator: Bill Gradwell, Douglas Freeman High School, Henrico County Public Schools
3:00–4:30 p.m. Session 52 Pocahontas Middle School, Room 1502 Teaching Production in the Middle School Teachers will learn how to build and set up a production line to make dragster blanks, which can be used for their Tech Ed program. This is a method to help reduce the cost of running the lab! Presenter: Ken Mitchell, Pulaski Middle School, Pulaski County Public Schools Facilitator: Anthony LaRocca, Elko Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
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3:00–4:30 p.m. Session 53 Pocahontas Middle School, Room 1503 Using Kits and Parts to Teach Competencies in Middle School With time at a premium, kits and pre-made parts can help speed up competency results. Presenter: Bill Holden, Pitsco, Inc. Facilitator: Rick Long, Pocahontas Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
3:00–4:30 p.m. Session 54 Deep Run High School, Photo Lab TechEd and STEM: Same but Different This session will demystify K–12 STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Education. Learn easy ways to transition a current program or to create/expand a new program. The session focuses on both integrative and discipline-based concepts of STEM. Presenter: Georgette Yakman, Pulaski High School, Pulaski County Public Schools Facilitator: Frank Scott, Douglas Freeman High School, Henrico County Public Schools
3:00–4:30 p.m. Session 55 Hermitage High School, Electronics Lab Incorporating 3D Printing into Your Design or Engineering Program This session will feature a hands-on look at the latest 3D printing technology —the uPrint from Dimension. The uPrint is the lowest priced 3D printer on the market and makes durable ABS Plastic parts. Presenter: Rich Sykes, Amtek, Inc. Facilitator: Bill Gradwell, Douglas Freeman High School, Henrico County Public Schools
4:30 p.m. Buses leave schools to return to Westin Hotel
See on-site information for Regional Meetings and Barbeque
Friday
7:00 a.m. Buffet Breakfast Westin Hotel
8:15 a.m. Buses leave Westin Hotel for school workshop sites and tour
8:30–11:30 a.m. Session 56 Virginia BioTechnology Research Park Tour of the Research Park The Virginia BioTechnology Research Park is a dynamic biosciences community strategically headquartered in downtown Richmond. The park is home to a unique mix of more than 50 biosciences companies, research institutes affiliated with the VCU Medical Center, and major state and national medical laboratories and organizations involved with forensics, testing of biotoxins, and management of the nation’s organ transplantation process. Facilitator: John Allen, Highland Springs High School, Henrico County Public Schools
8:30–11:45 a.m. Session 57 Pocahontas Middle School, Room 1511 Lego NXT for Beginners: Object-Oriented Programming Learn about using Lego NXT to interest students in object-oriented programming. Presenter: Bill and Susan Duggins, K–12 Robotics Outreach, Virginia Tech Facilitator: Justin Gage, Varina High School, Henrico County Public Schools
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8:30–11:45 a.m. Session 58 Hermitage High School, CAD Lab Autodesk/VEX Robotics Curriculum Material Gather ideas on ways to integrate the Autodesk/VEX curriculum projects into your pre- engineering program in this hands-on workshop using Inventor and VEX Robot. Presenter: Thomas Pringle, Thomas Nelson Community College, Ronald A. Williams, Ltd Facilitator: Mark Bierly, Hermitage High School, Henrico County Public Schools
8:30–11:45 a.m. Session 59 Pocahontas Middle School, Media Center Engineering by Design: Exploring Technology Exploring Technology students develop an understanding of the progression and scope of technology through exploratory experiences. The new EbD materials have been designed based on standards for science, technology, and mathematics at the appropriate grade levels. Presenter: Curt Funkhouser, ITEA CATTS Trainer Facilitator: Henry Rosmarin, Tuckahoe Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
8:30–11:45 a.m. Session 60 Pocahontas Middle School, Room 1503 TSA: Affecting Student Success This session explores the connections of STEM, Technology Education, and TSA. It will include political and cultural ramifications and relationships within the school and community. A brief overview of the decisions to sponsor and fund a chapter will be presented along with two modified hands-on activities for parent visitations, open house, or differentiated classroom activities. Presenter: Sam Turner, Short Pump Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
8:30–11:45 a.m. Session 61 Pocahontas Middle School, Room 1502 Pen Making Each participant will learn how to teach "pen making" to middle school students and actually turn their own pen on the wood lathe. Presenter: Rick Long, Pocahontas Middle School, Henrico County Public Schools
8:30–11:45 a.m. Session 62 Hermitage High School, Tech CAD Lab Modeling and Simulation: A Model Curriculum for High Schools Participants will be provided a complete high school modeling and simulation curriculum. This workshop will also engage teachers as they learn how to use the curriculum activities and 3D Studio Max software. Presenters: Bill Jackson, Phil Reed, Ginger Watson, Opportunity, Inc., Old Dominion University, and Virginia Beach City Public Schools Facilitator: Mickey Peters, Henrico High School, Henrico County Public Schools
8:30–11:45 a.m. Session 63 Deep Run High School, Business Lab Engineering Design Materials from EbD These rich materials focus on how engineers apply their creativity, resourcefulness, mathematical, scientific, and technical knowledge and skills in the creation or refinement of technological products/systems. Presenter: Amy Gensemer, ITEA CATTS Trainer Facilitator: Justin Gage, Varina High School, Henrico County Public Schools
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8:30–10:00 a.m. Session 64 Deep Run High School, CAD Lab Differentiation for CAD-Related Projects and Lessons Explore several lessons that are focused on differentiation for CAD-, Inventor-, and 3D Studio Max-based design classes. Dana Newcomer will present the lessons and differentiation suggestions and then, depending on the equipment provided, we can create some of the projects mentioned. Presenter: Dana Newcomer, Maury High School, Norfolk City Public Schools Facilitator: Connor Clarke, Deep Run High School, Henrico County Public Schools
8:30–10:00 a.m. Session 65 Deep Run High School, Media Center NASA Engineering Design Challenges: Spacecraft Structures Engineering Design Challenges are organized around the challenges faced by NASA engineers in developing the next generation of space vehicles, habitats, and technologies. Each challenge engages students through the design, testing, and evaluation processes used by engineers. Presenter: E. Dynae Fullwood, NASA Facilitator: Shawn Gross, Deep Run High School, Henrico County Public Schools
10:15 a.m.–11:45 a.m. Session 66 Deep Run High School, Media Center NASA Engineering Design Challenges: Thermal Protection Systems Engineering Design Challenges are organized around the challenges faced by NASA engineers in developing the next generation of space vehicles, habitats, and technologies. Each challenge engages students through the design, testing, and evaluation processes used by engineers. Presenter: E. Dynae Fullwood NASA Facilitator: Shawn Gross, Deep Run High School, Henrico County Public Schools
11:30 a.m. Buses leave schools returning to Westin hotel
Noon–1:30 p.m. Business Luncheon Westin, Blue Ridge Salon ABC NASA Engineering Design Challenges Engineering Design Challenges are organized around the challenges faced by NASA engineers in developing the next generation of space vehicles, habitats, and technologies. Technology Education students have the opportunity to become the next generation of engineers, scientists, technologists, and mathematicians. Presenter: E. Dynae Fullwood, NASA
3:00 p.m. VTEA Board of Directors Meeting Westin Hotel
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TRADE AND INDUSTRIAL EDUCATION Summer Professional Development Institute
Holiday Inn Select Koger South July 31–August 8, 2009
Sponsored by the Virginia Association of Trade and Industrial Educators
in collaboration with the Virginia Department of Education
Virginia Association of Trade and Industrial Educators Holiday Inn Select Koger South
Daily Schedule of Events
Pre-conference
Friday, July 31
4:00–5:00 p.m. Registration for OSHA 500 Class Sheraton Park South Chesapeake Room
4:00–5:00 p.m. Registration for JMU GPSY 160 Sheraton Park South Life Span Human Development Class Lobby
Saturday, August 1
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. OSHA 500 Class Sheraton Park South Eppington Room
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. JMU GPSY 160 Sheraton Park South Life Span Human Development Class Alandale Castlewood
Sunday, August 2
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. OSHA 500 Class Sheraton Park South Eppington Room
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. JMU GPSY 160 Sheraton Park South Life Span Human Development Class Chesapeake Room
Monday, August 3
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. OSHA 500 Class Sheraton Park South Eppington Room
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. JMU GPSY 160 Sheraton Park South Life Span Human Development Class Chesapeake Room
9:00 a.m.–Noon VATIE Board of Directors Meeting Holiday Inn Select Koger South James River Parlor F
1:00–5:00 p.m. VATIE Conference Information Holiday Inn Select Koger South James River Foyer
6:00–8:00 p.m. New Teacher Orientation Holiday Inn Select Koger South James River Parlors E and F Reception is open to all VATIE members. Heavy hors d’oeuvres will be served.
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Tuesday
Career and Technical Education Summer Professional Development Institute
General Session Greater Richmond Convention Center
• Registration packages for all CTE Professional Development Summer Institute participants will be available at the Greater Richmond Convention Center
• Buses will depart Koger South at 7:00 a.m. for the Convention Center and will stop to pick up participants at Sheraton Park South. Buses will return to the hotel after the awards program, at approximately 7:15 p.m.
• See the General Session portion of the program for Tuesday’s schedule.
Wednesday
7:30 a.m. Bus departs Holiday Inn Koger Center and stops for participants at Sheraton Park South en route to Chesterfield Technical Center
Technical Updates
8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Session 1 Chesterfield Technical Center, Room 205 Advertising Design and Photography This workshop includes idea sharing, successful lessons, and discussion of state essential competencies, framework guides, certifications, state equipment list, SkillsUSA Virginia program of work, and the state fair. Presenter: Bill Chenaille, Director, Center of Digital Imaging Arts Facilitator: Anne Savage, Lead Teacher, Chesterfield Technical Center, Chesterfield County Public Schools
8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Session 2 Rowanty Technical Center Auto Body Technology This course will certify painters for the Lifetime Guarantee Program. It will also instruct teachers in the proper application and usage of the Vortex Waterborne System. All participants will receive personal safety equipment, a product training manual, and a color manual for use and future reference, plus a painter certification valid for two years. This training workshop is approved for I-CAR Gold Class points through the I-CAR Industry Training Alliance Program and qualifies each participant to apply for three I-CAR Gold Class points. The class meets the 20-hour-a-year NATAF teacher requirement. Lunches will be provided each day. The class will run Wednesday, Thursday, and half a day on Friday. Note: Participants must provide own transportation. Course Content: • Safety procedures and equipment • Low VOC Urethane undercoats • Vortex Waterborne Basecoat/Clearcoat • Color Theory • Hands-on Color Adjustment • OEM finishes & repair decisions • Blending procedures • Production tips • Equipment Presenters: VORTEX Instructors Facilitator: Steve Kruse, Lead Teacher, Rowanty Regional Technical Center
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8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Session 3 Chesterfield Technical Center, Room 112 Auto Technology This workshop will focus on the use of the latest software and diagnostic tools and includes a new section on alternative fuels. A presentation on CDX Training for Virginia instructors will be given by Scott Graham of CDX Global. He will demonstrate using an online training system. Updates will also be given on AYES, the 2010 Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills Contest, and student competitions offered during the State Fair of Virginia, SkillsUSA Virginia, and national SkillsUSA. Presenter: Scott Graham, CDX Global Facilitator: Larry Ambrose, Lead Teacher, Triplett Technical Center, Shenandoah County Public Schools
8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Session 4 Chesterfield Technical Center, Room 206 Computer Maintenance Technology This workshop will include discussion of upcoming changes to the A+ objectives (2009 Objectives) and the Cisco IT Essentials Curriculum. Presenter: Farley Fenton, Lead Teacher Facilitator: Linda Lester, Lead Teacher, Chesterfield Technical Center, Chesterfield County Public Schools
8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Session 5 Chesterfield Technical Center, Room 208 Cisco Network Academy This workshop will focus on Voice over IP, best practices for teaching, certification for students, certification for instructors, and SDN revisited. Presenter: Gay Berryman, Cisco Network Academy Facilitator: Linda Lester, Lead Teacher, Chesterfield Technical Center, Chesterfield County Public Schools
8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Session 6 John Tyler Community College, Moyar Hall, Room 111 Drafting The workshop will include 2-D and 3-D CAD, surveys and results, an overview of Autodesk Associate Exams, discussion of SkillsUSA state competitions, standards, and projects. Review of essential competencies for Drafting III (8532) and an overview of new feathers in AutoCAD 2010 will be included. Presenter: Dr. William Wyatt, John Tyler Community College Facilitator: Bobby Jett, Lead Teacher, Stafford High School, Stafford County Public Schools
8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Session 7 Chesterfield Technical Center, Room 217A Electronics Technology This workshop will focus on national certifications and alternative means of evaluating students. A panel discussion will include the use of ETA and ISCET and the new modular certification units. A second panel discussion will cover the SkillsUSA Virginia state contests in Electronic Applications and Electronic Technology. The discussion will examine the need to separate the two contests and how the testing might be improved. The update will conclude with a discussion of classroom successes, best practices, and how the electronics curriculum is evolving. Presenter: Tim McLeod, Lead Teacher, Spotsylvania County Public Schools Facilitator: Bob Zava, Prince Edward County Public Schools
8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Session 8 Chesterfield Technical Center, Room 304 Graphic Imaging Technology and Printing This workshop will focus on PrintED certification and the state essential competencies, framework guides, and state equipment list. Sharing of ideas and best practices in graphic imaging, press operations, and digital file preparation will also be included. Presenter: Susan Caldwell, Lead Teacher, North Stafford High School Facilitator: Kevin Cherry, Richmond Technical Center, Richmond City Public Schools
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8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Session 9 Chesterfield Technical Center, Room 102 Industrial Cooperative Training/EFE This workshop will focus on best practices in Industrial Cooperative Training (ICT) and Education for Employment (EFE). Presenter: Irvin Hall, Lead Teacher, Kecoughtan High School, Hampton City Public Schools Facilitator: Robert Horvath, Hampton City Public Schools
8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Session 10 Chesterfield Technical Center, Room 213 Robotics Workcell Technology This workshop will emphasize networking robots to PLCs to teach higher order thinking skills and foster students’ ability to demonstrate complex hands-on skills. Several robots will be available for the teachers to use along with PLCs to build a manufacturing “Workcell.” There will be several mentors to assist each group of participants. All materials will be provided, with take-home materials available upon request. Presenter: Dr. George Skena, Lead Teacher, Norfolk Technology Center, Norfolk City Public Schools Facilitator: Tim McLeod, Spotsylvania Career and Technical Center, Spotsylvania County Publics Schools
8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Session 11 Chesterfield Technical Center, Room 301 TV Production This workshop will be conducted in three parts: 1) The Curriculum Share Fair—All teachers are asked to bring along an assignment/project that integrates any of the required TV competencies into the curriculum. 2) The Technology Share Fair—What new technology tools are you using that are either unique, cutting-edge, or just plain helpful? Bring them along and be prepared to explain to the group what it is all about. And, 3) The Media Clip Share Fair— Teachers will bring short clips of some of the work their students have done over the year. Other topics will include SkillsUSA updates, dual enrollment, program marketing, competency tracking, internships, graduates, partnerships, and helpful Web sites. A specialist presentation will be provided by Phil Welsh on TV production that will focus on best business practices and the latest in shooting/editing techniques. Presenters: Phil Harris, Harris Consulting Facilitator: Tim O’Day, Lead Teacher, Arlington Career Center, Arlington County Public Schools
8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Session 12 Chesterfield Technical Center, Room 120 Welding This workshop will emphasize basic welding techniques, and focus on advanced welding techniques and specifications. A discussion of industry certifications and the use of innovative student projects and best practices will be included. Presenter: Jaime Huffman, Lead Teacher, Chesterfield Technical Center, Chesterfield County Public Schools Facilitator: Glen Muhle, Lead Teacher, Accomack County Public Schools
8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Session 13 Holiday Inn Select Koger South, Shenandoah D Cosmetology The morning session includes presentations by PCS, NIC, and DPOR. Teachers will receive updated information concerning the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation’s state board examination. Emphasis will be placed on new regulations and licensure. The afternoon session will be a hair show conducted by Smart Styles. Teachers will be presented the newest hair trends, including cutting, coloring, and styling. Presenters: Smart Styles, VDPOR, NIC, PCS Facilitator: Lonnie Quesenberry, Lead Teacher, Tazewell Technical Center, Tazewell County Public Schools
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8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Session 14 Holiday Inn Select Koger South Protective Services This session will focus on best practices pertaining to implementation of law enforcement and firefighting occupations. Emphases will include criminal justice system, policing skills, crime scene investigation “Choir Practice” and firefighting techniques and equipment. Presenter: Sidney Delepine, Lead Teacher, Virginia Beach City Public Schools Facilitator: Barry Anderson, Halifax County Public Schools
8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Session 15 Plumbers and Steamfitters Union Office Construction Trades 5212 Distributor Dr., Richmond This workshop will provide a state-of-the-art update pertaining to industry standards for HVAC, plumbing, electricity, carpentry, and masonry. Lunch will be provided. Note: Bus will transport participants from Holiday Inn Select Koger Center, departing at 7:30 a.m. and stopping at Sheraton Park South. Presenter: Union Members Facilitator: Ken Anderson, Lead Teacher, Virginia Beach City Public Schools
9:00–10:00 a.m. Session 16 Chesterfield Technical Center, Room 103 Administrator’s Update This session will provide an update on plans for the 2009-2010 curriculum framework revisions, state equipment list changes, professional development programs, career clusters and pathways, and SkillsUSA Virginia. Administrators will have an opportunity to exchange ideas with the new Trade and Industrial Education Specialist. Presenters: Edward Sullivan, Program Specialist, Trade and Industrial Education, Virginia Department of Education David Rathbone, Student Specialist, Virginia SkillsUSA George Willcox, CTE Cluster Coordinator, Office of Career and Technical Education, Virginia Department of Education
4:15 p.m. Buses depart Chesterfield Technical Center for Holiday Inn Select Koger South and Sheraton Park South
4:15 p.m. Buses depart Plumbers and Steamfitters Union office for Holiday Inn Select Koger South and Sheraton Park South
5:30 p.m. Buses depart Sheraton Park South for Holiday Inn Select Koger South
Wednesday evening
6:00–8:00 p.m. VATIE Awards Ceremony Holiday Inn Select Koger South James River Ballroom
8:30 p.m. Bus departs Holiday Inn Select Koger South for Sheraton Park South
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Thursday
8:00–11:00 a.m. VATIE Breakfast and Business Meeting Holiday Inn Select Koger South James River Parlors G and H Election of new officers will take place.
11:00 a.m.–Noon General Session Holiday Inn Select Koger South Guest Speaker and Conference Closing James River Parlors G and H
1:00–5:00 p.m. JMU GPSY 160 Life Span Human Development Class Sheraton Park South Chesapeake Room
1:00–5:00 p.m. Registration for OSHA 502 Class Holiday Inn Select Koger South Shenandoah Parlor D
1:00–3:00 p.m. SkillsUSA Board Meeting Holiday Inn Select Koger South Anna Room
3:00–5:00 p.m. VATIE Board of Directors Meeting Holiday Inn Select Koger South Anna Room
Friday
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. JMU GPSY 160 Life Span Human Development Class Sheraton Park South Chesapeake Room
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. OSHA 502 Class Holiday Inn Select Koger South James River Parlors G
Saturday
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. JMU GPSY 160 Life Span Human Development Class Sheraton Park South Chesapeake Room
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. OSHA 502 Class Holiday Inn Select Koger South Shenandoah Parlor A
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