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Winter Quarterly Newsletter

ACTE New and Related Services Division Members,

The energy, collaboration, and personal connections at ACTE's CareerTech VISION 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee truly showcased the strength of the New and Related Services (NRS) Division. From engaging sessions to meaningful conversations with colleagues and partners, VISION reminded us why this division continues to grow and thrive — because of you.

Now is the perfect time to begin planning for VISION 2026 in New Orleans, Louisiana, which will be especially memorable as ACTE celebrates its 100th anniversary. This milestone event promises incredible professional learning, networking, and celebration across all divisions — and NRS will be front and center.

Thank you for all you do to support ACTE, the NRS Division, and career and technical education (CTE) nationwide.

Respectfully,

Rich Trinkwalder

VP, ACTE New and Related Services Division

NRS Division News

🌟 Section Spotlight: Support Staff

A special shoutout to Kendra Allen and our Support Staff Section, which continues to grow at an incredible pace. I often say that without the support staff at my school, I would be completely sunk — and many of you can probably relate. Their growth has been so strong that conversations are already underway about becoming their own division.

If your support staff are not yet part of ACTE, now is the time to get them on board with Kendra and the Support Staff Section.

📚 ACTE Member Highlight: Professional Learning

Many of us join ACTE without fully realizing the depth of benefits available. ACTE offers outstanding professional learning opportunities — many of which extend beyond traditional CTE topics. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your classroom practice, support staff development, improve budgeting, understand Perkins, or grow as a leader, ACTE has you covered.

ACTE Updates

CFPs: ACTE's CareerTech VISION 2026 & Centennial Celebration



ACTE’s CareerTech VISION 2026 and Centennial Celebration take place this Dec. 2–5 in New Orleans, Louisiana, marking 100 years of CTE leadership, innovation and impact. More than 6,000 educators, administrators, industry partners and business leaders will gather for dynamic sessions, inspiring speakers, a vibrant Expo and unforgettable centennial events. The call for presentation proposals is now open — share your expertise and help shape the next century of CTE at the field’s largest annual gathering. Proposals are due March 15.

ACTE’s National Policy Seminar: Celebrating 100 Years of CTE Advocacy 

Join CTE professionals March 22–25 in Arlington, Virginia, for ACTE’s National Policy Seminar. Celebrate a century of advocacy, shape the future of CTE and strengthen your advocacy skills through expert sessions, peer collaboration and Capitol Hill visits. Special centennial events will honor 100 years of ACTE’s impact.

Register by Feb. 18 to save with early bird rates!

From Partnerships to Pathways: Strengthen Your WBL Program



Join us April 29–May 1 in Providence, Rhode Island, for ACTE’s rapidly growing Work-Based Learning (WBL) Conference 2026. Held during ACTE’s 100th anniversary year, this premier event brings together WBL professionals for specialized professional development, practical strategies and forward‑looking insights that support high‑quality WBL. Sessions will explore building strong partnerships, expanding access, navigating compliance, enhancing pathways and driving innovation.

Register by Feb. 13 to secure early bird rates and take part in this milestone year for CTE and WBL. 

Call for Presentation Proposals Now Open: Best Practices for CTE Administrators



Mark your calendar! The Best Practices for CTE Administrators Conference will take place Oct. 6–8 at the Grand Hyatt Denver in Denver, Colorado. This premier event offers focused professional development for all current and aspiring administrators working with CTE nationwide — and it's all happening during ACTE's centennial, celebrating a century of leadership and impact in CTE. Presentation proposals for concurrent sessions and roundtables are now open through Feb. 28. Topics of interest include curriculum and program management, funding and policy, staff support, partnerships, data-driven improvement and student supports.

Inspiring Careers for 100 Years: Celebrate CTE Month!

Generously sponsored by NAHB

In February, we celebrate CTE Month during a historic milestone year — ACTE’s centennial! For 100 years, CTE has opened doors, strengthened communities and inspired learners of all ages to turn their passions into careers. Join us as we honor the educators, professionals and advocates who continue to shape the future of CTE. 

Student Video Contest: Gateway to the Cosmos — NASA’s Lunar Outpost

ACTE and NASA HUNCH invite students of all ages to enter the eighth annual Student Video Challenge: Gateway to the Cosmos — NASA’s Lunar Outpost. This year’s theme explores NASA’s Gateway as a vital stepping stone for humankind’s return to the moon and exploration of deep space. Students are challenged to imagine its impact on science, technology and humanity, while showcasing the CTE courses and careers that make it possible. Open to individuals or teams. Submit a two-minute video by April 1. 

Celebrating 100 Years of Connecting Education & Careers



Celebrate a century of leadership, impact and innovation in CTE on ACTE’s centennial microsite. Discover milestone moments from the past 100 years, share your own stories and artifacts, browse commemorative merchandise, read featured Techniques centennial pieces, and download resources highlighting state and CTSO anniversaries and 2026 events.