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Summer Quarterly News Update

Hello, Region V Members,

It is an honor begin my term as the ACTE Region V vice president and supporting all the Region’s fantastic career and technical educators.

Before I begin my introduction, I would like to thank Shani Watkins for her service not only during her term as the Region V vice president but also her long-standing dedication to the Region. Region V is a stronger because of her leadership and commitment to career and technical education.

For those members who have not met me before, I am Craig Statucki. I currently work as the director of the Office of Career Readiness, Adult Learning and Education Options at the Nevada Department of Education. Prior to my arrival at the Department in March 2020, I was a career and technical education (CTE) administrator and teacher with the Clark County School District in Las Vegas, Nevada.

My most recent role within Region V was serving as the Region V awards chair. I also served on the ACTE Region V policy committee, was president of the ACTE’s National Executive Director Association, and was inducted in the ACTE Region V Hall of Fame in April 2020. I have been very active in CTE and served in several leadership roles at the state, region, and national levels including the Board of Directors for Nevada ACTE as president before becoming their executive director for five years. 

I look forward to serving as your Region V vice president and excited to see what comes next.

Sincerely,

Craig Statucki

ACTE Region V Vice President

Region V News

A huge shout out to Alyssa Alcos (Hawaii) and Shelly Thome (Arizona), for their service to the Region V policy committee the past three years. Their contributions have helped Region V’s success.Please welcome our two new policy committee members: Bobbie Jo Donvan (South Dakota) and Jordan Whittington (Colorado).

Your Region V policy committee members have been hard at work preparing several opportunities for us to meet and collaborate with Region V members. Check out this calendar of events and opportunities to engage and connect with one another, both virtually and in person! As opportunities are added, we will continue to update this document and share with you! Region V Calendar - This calendar includes hotlinks to a variety of helpful tools and materials for you. Check them out!

The Nevada ACTE conference planning team is excited to host the 2025 Region V Conference in Las Vegas Nevada from April 30 – May 3 at the Southpoint Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas! This event promises to be a valuable opportunity for networking, learning, and professional development.

The analogy of "rolling the dice" in Las Vegas aptly illustrates the uncertainty and risk involved in trying new approaches in the classroom. Just like in a game of chance, introducing innovative teaching methods or materials can bring unpredictable outcomes—sometimes resulting in success, while other times, not yielding the desired results. However, despite the uncertainties, taking these risks is an integral part of growth and improvement in education. Each attempt, even if it doesn’t turn out as expected, offers valuable insights and the opportunity to learn and refine strategies for future success. The key is to embrace the uncertainty, learn from both successes and setbacks, and adapt accordingly to continually enhance the learning experience for students.  This is what CTE educators do best!  

Learn more and register now. Early bird registration is $450 for ACTE members and ends on Feb. 1. After Feb. 1, pricing increases to $475 for ACTE members. After April 11 the prices increase to $500 for ACTE members.

Call for Presentation Proposals is currently open and the deadline to submit is Nov. 1.

If you have any questions about registration or the call for presentations, please reach out to Jenn Fisk at Jefisk99@gmail.com.

Did you know that EVERY state and territory in Region V can submit for the innovative awards? There are so many unique, innovative, and creative CTE programs across Region V and we want to recognize yours! Each state association may submit one nomination annually, make sure to submit your nomination by the March 1 deadline. 

All Innovation Program Award submissions qualify for the award, so long as they meet the following criteria: 

• Program demonstrates a capacity to prepare graduates to perform successfully in an occupational field
• Program should exemplify the highest standards within its occupational field 
• Staff must be involved in an in-service program to keep abreast of technological changes in their occupational field 
• Program must have been in operation for at least three years 
• Instructor(s) in the program must have been a member of the state association for at least three consecutive years.

I challenge each state association to apply for the Innovative Career and Technical Education Program today! To get the application, go to the ACTE Region V website or click here. Let’s show our state and regional pride and have all 16 states and territories represent their innovative CTE programs! Innovative awards due May 1.

The purpose of the Region V Fellowship Program is to establish a leadership development program for CTE Educators in ACTE Region V and assist individuals in further developing their leadership skills in CTE and their involvement in professional associations, provide an opportunity for CTE Educators to become familiar with and participate in the processes used by policy makers in the development and implementation of laws, regulations, and other public policies at the local, state, and federal levels, and identify, train, and motivate a cadre of leaders who will continue to position ACTE as a leader in developing an educated, prepared, adaptable, and competitive workforce. 

The Region V Fellowship Program is a two-year commitment, including leadership development, public policy learning, and professional development. Candidates are expected to participate in the National Policy Seminar, ACTE Vision, and the ACTE Region V conference, as well as engage in monthly conference calls. Applications will be due May 1. The updated application will be available soon. 

The Region V policy committee members developed a promising and aggressive strategic plan. There are six areas of focus: advocacy and awareness, member value and engagement, inclusion, access, equity, and diversity, professional and leadership development, strategic partnerships, and teacher recruitment and retention. 

We are looking for experts in Region V that have experience, expertise, and knowledge to support the strategic plan components. Do you have ways you can support the Region V strategic plan? Please contact one of the policy committee members.

From ACTE

Don’t Miss the CTE Event of the Year!

Happening this Dec. 4–7 in San Antonio, Texas, ACTE’s CareerTech VISION is the must-attend event for CTE professionals!

• Gather with your peers and grow professionally.
• Learn via hundreds of concurrent high-quality CTE sessions that address the full range of issues facing CTE.
• Ignite your inspiration while you learn from innovative keynote speakers and leaders on our main stage.
• Explore the CareerTech Expo, which features hundreds of exhibits, workshops and demonstrations.
• Kick-start your event experience with pre-conference workshops and tours on focused CTE topics.
• Celebrate the extraordinary contributions of CTE professionals, programs and organizations at the ACTE Awards Gala.

Register by Oct. 13 to take advantage of discounted rates!

Extend Your VISION Experience with Catapult Masterclasses

Join us for a CareerTech VISION special offer! Gain transformative insights and increased support for your programs through Catapult’s masterclasses. Equipping you with the tools to advance career-connected learning and CTE, Catapult makes education relevant for your students. Choose from the following on-demand masterclasses and receive content access for five months. ACTE members who attend VISION will receive a 10% discount on each masterclass!

• Career Readiness
• Employer Partnerships
• Instructional Excellence
• Student Recruitment and Marketing
• Work-based learning

Click the button to learn more and sign up via CareerTech VISION registration.

Calling All Postsecondary CTE Professionals

Join us at ACTE’s Postsecondary CTE Summit, happening Sept. 18–20 in Chicago, Illinois, to address: promising practices and emerging technologies; building community partnerships; the future of teaching and learning in postsecondary CTE; data interpretation, and more! Don’t miss this must-attend event for postsecondary CTE professionals to ensure your students are successful in their educational journeys and beyond!

Boutique Event for CTE Administrators

Join us this Oct. 9–11 in Portland, Oregon, for the Best Practices and Innovations in CTE Conference, from ACTE and the National Council of Local Administrators. This event offers focused content on strengthening the field for CTE administrators of both secondary and postsecondary CTE programs and institutions. Check out the program lineup, including keynote speakers, pre-conference workshops and tours!

Deadline to Submit Applications for ACTE’s Leadership Programs

Apply by Sept. 30

ACTE’s premier leadership programs provide CTE professionals opportunities to enhance their leadership potential through the following three yearlong programs.

• ACTE National Leadership Fellowship: Fellows will receive a $1,500 stipend and complimentary registration to ACTE’s CareerTech VISION and National Policy Seminar.

• NextLevel Postsecondary CTE Fellowship: This nationally recognized program is now a registration-based initiative. Registration fees for accepted applicants will be $3,000 (not including lodging or travel for in-person events).

• IAED Mentorship Program, sponsored by IMAGO: Participants will receive complimentary registration to ACTE’s CareerTech VISION and free access to IMAGO’s intelligence learning platform content.

The deadline to apply for these leadership programs is Sept. 30.

Affinity Groups to Support You!

This fall, ACTE is launching a series of all-new affinity groups designed to support CTE professionals with common identities, interests or experiences in building community. It is our goal that these groups will serve as platforms on which members engage in mentoring relationships and have discussions aimed at personal and professional growth.

• Asian CTE Professionals
• Black CTE Professionals
• CTE Professionals w/Disabilities
• Hispanic CTE Professionals
• LGBTQ+ CTE Professionals
• Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) CTE Professionals
• Women in CTE Leadership
• Young CTE Professionals (Under 40)

To learn more, contact Candice Mott.