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Spring Quarterly News Update

Greetings Health Science Education Division Members!

I hope this newsletter finds you doing well, as you start heading towards the end of the spring semester and the end of another school year!

Last month, 400+ career and technical education (CTE) professionals attended ACTE’s National Policy Seminar (NPS) in Washington, DC. While I have attended NPS several times, I always learn something new every year and last month was no exception. I gained a deeper understanding of recent decisions related to reduced staffing and funding at the U.S. Department of Education, and I attended meetings and a panel discussion where experts shared up-to-date insights on several CTE-related federal policy issues. The experience that is always a highlight for me is being able to visit with my Members of Congress or their staffers one-on-one and share how the decisions made in Congress will affect students back home. I am very thankful for the opportunities and access that NPS offers to its ACTE members and event attendees. My trip to NPS last month was one of the best! If you have not been to NPS, I would strongly encourage you to attend!

In this spring edition of the HSE Division’s newsletter, I am excited to be sharing the following opportunities for the HSE membership:

• Health Science Education Division Vice President-Elect Application Information
• Health Science Education Division Scholarship (Open to HOSA Officers only)
• Health Science Education Division 2025 Awards Opportunities
• HSE Division’s Policy Committee Meeting – Updates  
• HSE Division’s Strategic Plan

Enjoy the remaining part of this spring semester and have a great summer! I hope that you take some time to reflect and get refreshed knowing that your hard work in shaping the next generation of health professionals is truly making a difference! Thank you for the work you do every day for CTE. Let’s continue to make a difference together!

Best regards,

LaDonna Selvidge

VP, ACTE Health Science Education Division

HSE Division News

Health Science Education Division Vice President-Elect Application Information

The HSE Division is currently taking applications for the HSE Division Vice President-Elect position. The individual will serve a one-year shadow term from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, before beginning a three-year term as the HSE Vice President starting July 1, 2027.

The application period opened April 1 and will close on June 15. The application, guidelines, and eligibility requirements are located HERE. The process for nominations and applications are located HERE.

Please make a note of the following timeline for the election process:

• Nominations for the election are due June 15.
• In July, the HSE Nominations Committee will meet to review applications, interview candidates, and submit candidates who will be slated for the election period.
• In order to vote, you must be an ACTE member by Nov. 6.
• Candidate information will be featured in the November/December Techniques.
• Voting will open during ACTE’s CareerTech VISION on Dec. 10 and end at 11:59 p.m. on Jan. 9, 2026.
• Winners will be announced the week of – Jan. 12, 2026.

If you have any questions, please email me at LaDonna.Selvidge@francistuttle.edu. 

From ACTE

Lead the Future of ACTE

As a member of ACTE's board of directors, you have the opportunity to influence the Association’s direction and make a lasting impact on CTE programs, professionals and students nationwide. Nominations for the ACTE board of directors are open through June 15. Explore the available positions and learn how you can get involved. 

VISION 2025: Early Bird Registration is Now Open!

Join 5,000+ career and technical educators, business leaders and industry experts for an unparalleled professional development experience at ACTE’s CareerTech VISION 2025. As the largest annual gathering of its kind, VISION offers:

• Hundreds of concurrent educational sessions covering instructional best practices, curriculum design, hands-on strategies for improving student outcomes and more

• Inspiring keynote speakers and thought leaders sharing insights on the latest trends and the future of CTE

• The CareerTech Expo, a dynamic space to explore the latest tools, technologies and resources that drive innovation in CTE

This year, we're headed to Nashville, Tennessee! Join us Tuesday–Friday, Dec. 9–12, at the stunning Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center — the perfect backdrop for networking, collaboration and career growth. 

CTE Books, Resources & More!

Check out the complete collection of resources and publications for career and technical educators in ShopACTE, including the all-new Instructional Strategies for Career and Technical Educators, The CTSO Competition Survival Guide, The Advisory Board Advantage, Transformational Work-Based Learning, the Perkins V Guide, and more!

CTE Educators: Encourage Your Students to Enter ACTE’s Student Design Contests!

Two student design opportunities are waiting for your talented students to make their mark:

• Student Merch Design Contest: In honor of ACTE’s 100th anniversary in 2026, we invite students to submit original artwork for a chance to be featured on official centennial merchandise!
• Student Trophy Design Contest: Have your students design the 3D-printed trophies for ACTE’s prestigious Excellence Awards.

Entries for both contests are due May 1.

Register Now for ACTE's Spring School Study Visit



Explore one of the nation's most innovative postsecondary CTE centers during the Kirkwood Community College School Study Visit in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Happening June 2–3, this immersive experience includes state-of-the-art facility tours, networking with CTE leaders from across the U.S., and exclusive insights from institutional leaders. Registration includes accommodations, meals, ground transportation, and airport transfers, and there are special rates for educational institution members. 

Elevate Your Leadership: Best Practices for CTE Administrators

Mark your calendars for the Best Practices and Innovations in CTE Conference 2025, taking place Sept. 24–26 at the Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark in Missouri. Hosted by ACTE and the National Council of Local Administrators, this event offers CTE administrators cutting-edge strategies, innovative solutions and best practices designed to address today’s most pressing challenges in CTE. 

Future Ready: The New Era of Postsecondary CTE

Join a vibrant community of practitioners and researchers dedicated to shaping the future of postsecondary CTE at the Postsecondary CTE Summit 2025! Happening Oct. 5–8 at Hilton Austin Airport in Austin, Texas, this event is packed with innovative professional development, insightful presentations from leaders transforming postsecondary CTE, and evidence-based strategies for emerging sectors and technologies. 

ACTE Impact Awards: Celebrating CTE Champions!

Know an outstanding educator, business partner, or industry leader transforming CTE? The ACTE Impact Awards are seeking nominations. Spotlight exceptional Business-Education Partnerships and Champions of CTE by June 30. Your nomination could honor the innovators driving workforce education forward!

National Leadership Development Opportunity

The ACTE National Leadership Fellowship Program is designed to empower CTE professionals by enhancing their leadership skills, offering hands-on experience in policymaking and supporting their professional growth. The 2026 cohort will run January–December 2026, with fellows receiving a $1,500 stipend, along with complimentary registration for ACTE’s CareerTech VISION and National Policy Seminar. Applications are open May 1–Sept. 15. 

Apply Now for Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize!

We are excited to announce that the application period is now open for the 2025 Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence! The prize, offering $1.5 million in cash prizes, honors outstanding U.S. public high school skilled trades teachers and their programs. The application deadline is May 2.

Student Scholarship Opportunity!



Encourage students and adult learners, ages 18–35, to apply for Horatio Alger Association Career and Technical Education Scholarships, offering several CTE-specific scholarships for students planning to enroll in CTE programs at public institution. The application is open now through June 15.