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Summer Quarterly Newsletter | | |
Dear ACTE Business Education Division Members, | |
It is with great enthusiasm and gratitude that I write to you as the new vice president of the ACTE Business Division. I am truly honored to serve in this role and to work alongside such a dedicated community of educators and professionals who are shaping the future of business and workforce education.
Our division has always been a strong voice within ACTE, and together we will continue to build on that tradition. My vision as vice president is to strengthen collaboration, expand opportunities for professional growth, and highlight innovative practices that prepare our students for success in a rapidly changing world of business and industry.
This year, I look forward to creating spaces where members can connect, share ideas, and support one another. Whether through conferences, professional development opportunities, or networking events, my goal is to ensure that every member feels valued, engaged, and empowered to make an impact.
I encourage you to be active participants in our division — your expertise, ideas, and passion are what drive us forward. Together, we will continue to advocate for business education, promote excellence in our programs, and inspire the next generation of leaders.
Thank you for your commitment and for the privilege of serving as your vice president. I look forward to working with all of you in the months ahead.
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With apperciation,
Jonathan Walker
ACTE Business Education Division VP
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Business Education Leadership Opportunities
Business Education Region III Policy Committee
Wanting to get involved in the Business Division? Grow your leadership skills? Find out what’s really going on? If you are from Region III and interested complete the Google form below.
| We are hoping to connect with Business Leaders across the country. If you are a Business Education leader on your state, please complete the Google form below. | | |
Business Division Awards
Outstanding Business Education STUDENT Awards
Submit your nominations by Oct. 1 via the Student Nomination Portal
The ACTE Business Education Division will recognize secondary and postsecondary students who exceed a minimal rating for these awards. One award will be given for each Region of ACTE for the secondary level and one for the postsecondary level. Please feel free share the application with other professionals. Thank you for your support of student organizations.
Criteria
This award is designed to provide recognition to five secondary and five postsecondary outstanding students who have demonstrated leadership potential through enrollment in business courses and involvement in career and technical student organization activities, as well as the school and community.
Eligibility
Secondary or postsecondary students must be nominated by a member of the Business Education Division. The nominee must be a local, state and national student member of Business Professionals of America, Future Business Leaders of America-Phi Beta Lambda or Pi Omega Pi at the time of the nomination. Students must be enrolled in school through December of the school year of nomination and must not possess a baccalaureate degree prior to that December. One secondary and one postsecondary student per ACTE Region will be recognized.
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2026 Fellowship Applications OPEN NOW through Sept. 15
Program Purpose & Information
The ACTE National Leadership Fellowship Program began in 2009 as an Opportunity Fund project initiated by the ACTE Board of Directors. The purpose of the program is to:
- Equip career and technical education (CTE) professionals with leadership skills, fostering increased engagement in ACTE and other professional associations
- Provide CTE educators with firsthand experience in the policymaking process at local, state and federal levels, enhancing their ability to influence laws, regulations and other public policies
- Identify, train and motivate a cadre of leaders who will strengthen ACTE’s role as a leader in developing an educated, prepared, adaptable and competitive workforce.
The ACTE National Leadership Fellowship Program serves as an instrument to provide professional growth, policy knowledge and leadership development.
The program is divided into two cohort types:
- Experienced CTE Professionals (6+ years of CTE experience)
- Early CTE Professionals (2–5 years CTE experience)
The fellowship is a one-year program that runs from January to December. Fellows will receive a $1,500 stipend, along with complimentary registration for ACTE’s CareerTech VISION and National Policy Seminar (NPS).
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Business Division Meeting
Come join us for the Annual ACTE Business Division Meeting in conjunction with CareerTech VISION!
Business Education Division Business Meeting
Our division will hear from LeAnn Curry, ACTE Executive Director, updates on the legislative issues, messages from candidates and act on any policy or division issues.
📅 Tuesday, Nov. 4
🕑 4:00–5:30 p.m. EST
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A Word from our Division Associates
Make Your Mark with FBLA and Visit the New Adviser Resource Page!
FBLA has launched a new Adviser Resource Page, bringing together everything advisers need to support student success — from competitive event materials and chapter management tools to curriculum integration resources and more. Whether you’re already an FBLA adviser or curious about joining, this page helps advisers save time, stay up to date, and help students thrive. Explore the resources and discover how you can make an impact as an FBLA adviser!
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DECA
Nearly 1,000 advisors engaged in the free DECA Advisor Professional Learning Virtual Conference offered in July to kick off the school year. The recordings will be available in the DECA Advisor Resource Center at www.deca.org/resources. As DECA advisors return to their classrooms, this year’s “This Is How We Do DECA” advisor box includes the yearly planner full of advisor resources.
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Professional Development Opportunities
National Career Clusters Framework: Integrating Entrepreneurship with Career-Ready Practices Across Technical Career Fields
Tuesday, Oct. 14
6:00–7:30 p.m. ET
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The new National Career Clusters Framework and the Innovation & Gig Economy require students to graduate with an entrepreneurial mindset and design thinking skills across technical career fields as intrapreneurial employees, leaders, innovators, trailblazers, and entrepreneurs. Entrepreneurial skills are an increasingly essential part of workforce development and overlap with the 12 Career-Ready Practices that employers say they want in new hires in a rapidly changing, innovation-based workplace.
During this webinar, teachers will:
- Review best-practices for integrating the entrepreneurial mindset and design thinking skills aligned with the 12 Career-Ready Practices across Career Clusters and work-based learning sites in a way that optimizes student engagement by facilitating students’ pursuit of their own unique career interests.
- Network and collaborate in small breakout groups to brainstorm specific examples of where to integrate the entrepreneurship as a Cross-Cutting Cluster in their respective CTE courses.
- Receive free, classroom-ready resources, including an entrepreneurship e-textbook, to teach the entrepreneurial mindset and design thinking skills, as well as the Exam Resources Package for the U.S. Entrepreneurship Certification Examination.
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You’re Invited:
MBA’s New Webinar Series
Join our free fall webinar series! We're bringing together industry experts and fellow educators for interactive sessions on timely topics in business and marketing education.
Stay tuned for more details in our weekly newsletter, Perspectives.
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Our first webinar in October will cover applying digital marketing skills in a rapidly changing environment. Future topics will include integrating artificial intelligence (AI) in the classroom, improving accessibility, and charting the future of business education.
Unlock AI’s Potential in Your Classroom
Beyond the bots: AI is transforming industries at warp speed, making AI education a must-have for today's students.
Equipping students with AI knowledge doesn't just give them vital technical skills for the digital age; it also prepares them to think through the ethical questions AI brings, particularly in the business world.
Ready to dive into the complexities and opportunities of AI? MBA Research offers several resources to help your students prepare for their future careers. Start exploring here.
| | A Heartfelt Thanks: Incoming & Outgoing Board Members | | |
ACTE is excited to welcome our new board members:
- Robert Torres, President
- Brandon Russell, President-Elect
- Carrie Giles, Past President
- Jonathan Walker, Business Education Division Vice President
- Karin Davis, Family and Consumer Sciences Education Division Vice President
- Rich Trinkwalder, New and Related Services Division Vice President
- Martin Hanley, Region III Vice President
We look forward to their leadership and collaboration in advancing CTE nationwide.
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Please join us in celebrating and thanking ACTE’s outgoing board members for their dedicated service:
- Chaney Mosley, Past President
- Sean Crevier, Business Education Division Vice President
- Katy Blatnick-Gagne, Family and Consumer Sciences Education Division Vice President
- Susan Leon, New and Related Services Division Vice President
- Brandon Russell, Region III Vice President
We are truly grateful for their leadership and professional expertise and for the lasting impact they’ve made on the CTE community
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Travel & Entertainment Discounts for Members!
Don’t forget to take advantage of our new Member Deals program — your new portal to travel savings and unforgettable entertainment experiences! As an ACTE member, you now have access to discounts on theme parks, movie tickets, hotels, rental cars and more. To start exploring your perks, log in to your member profile from the ACTE homepage and click the Member Deals icon.
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Make the Most of Your ACTE Benefits: Update Your Member Profile
Make sure you’re getting the most out of your ACTE membership by keeping your member profile up to date, so you never miss important news, resources or professional development opportunities.
Quick steps to update:
1. Log in at acteonline.org
2. Click the “Profile” tab
3. Confirm or update your personal email and mobile number
Tip: A personal email helps ensure you stay connected, even during job changes. For extra peace of mind, add your home contact info under “My Addresses” at the bottom of your profile page.
Take a moment today to stay connected and make the most of your ACTE benefits!
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