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Greetings, Region III Members!
| CareerTech VISION 2025 was AMAZING! | |
I know that doesn’t surprise anyone! I hope you had the opportunity to join us in Nashville, Tennessee for a great time of networking and professional development! From the decorations at the Gaylord Opryland to the music to the presentations, I know I had an amazing time and learned so much from my colleagues from around the nation. And the expo hall, what an amazing collection of organizations that want to support and grow career and technical education (CTE)!
Our Region III Business Meeting was well attended, and we learned a bunch from the nation and our region. We are already working on planning for the ACTE's Centennial Celebration at CareerTech VISION 2026 in New Orleans, Louisiana in Dec. 2–5!
Below are some pictures from our time in Nashville.
| | Closing Keynote Speaker Chris Gardner | Our Region III Business Meeting | | Decorations at Gaylord Opryland | | I look forward to working with all of you. Please do not hesitate to reach out. | |
Region III Conference
The Region III Conference is coming up in June. The conference will be hosted by UW-Stout in Menomonie, Wisconsin this June 15–17. The conference planning team is hard at work preparing for a great conference. Be looking for a “call for proposals” and registration information to come out soon. Our region conference is a fantastic opportunity to refresh, renew relationships, and get excited about the upcoming year with best practices and future practices for our schools and classrooms. Hope to see you there!
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Committees and Strategic Planning
If you would like to be a part of any of our different committees, please reach out to me. The policy committee wants to get involvement from all of our members as we continue to work on our strategic goals!
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- The state conference is in February.
- The state association is updating the strategic plan and reorganizing the committees.
- The bylaws are being updated to include all affiliates.
- The new state director is Erica Theiman.
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- Working on updating their strategic plan.
- They are beginning planning for their state conference scheduled for September.
- There have been changes in the structure of education governance at the state level and a change to the diplomas.
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- Defining roles for leadership in their association.
- Perkins in the state is shifting to a 60/40 split between secondary and postsecondary.
- There is a new CTE Bureau leader.
- The Iowa state conference will be right after the Region III Conference.
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- The state conference took place in November and was well attended.
- The association is starting to prepare for hosting the Region III Conference in 2027.
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- The state conference in July had over 1,000 attendees.
- The state is updating the IRC list. Many of the state teachers and administrators are working with the state department on these changes.
- The state has the CTE enhancement grant which provides additional funding for equipment and similar items. This year that was a $5 million increase to the amount funded.
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- The Wisconsin Association has their first three officers in place.
- The bylaws and scope of work for the association is set.
- The association is almost official!
- IRC list is being updated by the state.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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