2012 Board of Directors Election

Please mark your calendars to reflect the updated election schedule below:

• The November/DecemberTechniques will feature the candidates.
• Voting will take place from Nov. 18, 2011 until 11:59 p.m. Dec. 19, 2011.
• Survey and Ballot Systems (SBS) will serve as the third-party election vendor and will send out e-mails with member numbers and passcodes to all eligible voters (same format as previous years) on the morning of Friday, Nov. 18, 2011.
• Eligible voters attending the Annual Convention will have the option of voting on-site by using the computer stations.
• You can vote through your Internet browser on your Blackberry/iPhone.
• The results of the election will be released the week of Dec. 19, 2011.

All eligible voting members will receive an e-mail from SBS with voting instructions, a link to the electronic ballot and general election information, including member number and e-signature. Eligible voting members who do not have an e-mail address on file with ACTE will receive at the address we have on file a sealed postcard with their member number and unique e-signature, along with voting instructions.

In preparation for the election, please be sure to:

• Verify your e-mail address with ACTE. If ACTE does not have your e-mail address, it is imperative that you update your member profile immediately. You can do this on the ACTE Web site by logging in (please note your user name is your member number) and clicking on "Update Your Profile" in the top left corner, or by calling 800-826-9972.
• Make sure you/your IT department puts Survey and Ballot Systems on your e-mail's white list so your voting information can be received/not marked as SPAM. The e-mail will be sent to you from actevote@directvote.net.

For technical support (available Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. CT, excluding holidays) call 952-974-2339 or e-mail support@directvote.net. Please contact Lauren Lessels at 800-826-9972 or llessels@acteonline.org with any other questions or concerns.

President-Elect

Doug Major—President-Elect Interview (mp3)
Candidate Questions, Letters of Support, Speech at the 2011 ACTE Annual Convention

Region
Region IV 

Division
Administration 

Occupation
Superintendent/CEO, Meridian Technology Center

Employment History
Meridian Technology Center, Superintendent/CEO (Nov. 2008–present); Pioneer Technology Center, Superintendent/CEO (July 2000–Oct. 2008); Meridian Technology Center, Assistant Superintendent (June 1987–June 2000); Anadarko Public Schools, Agriculture Education Instructor/FFA Advisor (July 1985–May 1987)

Education
Doctor of Education–Educational Administration, Master of Education–Agriculture Education, and Bachelor of Science–Agriculture Education, Oklahoma State University

ACTE Involvement
Division: Division Vice President (July 2009–present); NCLA President–Elect, President, Past President (2007–2009); Administration Division Policy Committee (multiple years); NCLA/ACTE Best Practices Conference Coordinator (2008)
National: ACTE Finance Chair (2010–present); ACTE Audit Committee (2010–present); ACTE Executive Committee (2010–present); ACTE National Policy Seminar Attendee (2001–present); ACTE Convention Attendee (13 conferences); ACTE Legislative Committee Member (multiple years)
State/Local: Oklahoma ACTE Administration President-Elect, President, Past President (2006–2008)

Platform Statement
YOU are the Power of One … As Sam Parker reminds us in his book 212°: The Extra Degree, the power of one unit truly makes all the difference in the world and in individuals’ lives. For me, it was one teacher who influenced my decision to choose education as a profession. It was one superintendent who provided me with an internship that allowed me to stay in education when other teachers had to pursue other career options during a tough budget year. It was one state director who encouraged me to participate in national events and helped me see the importance of career and technical education in every state. And it was ultimately one member who cast their ballot for me during my campaign for vice president of the Administration Division, and that allowed me to be elected and to serve you.

Recently, the Board and staff of ACTE have been asking hard questions about our association: Does our current organizational structure best serve the needs of our members? Are programs and services meeting the diverse professional development needs of our membership? Is the Annual Convention still the premier educational event for career and technical educators? Is there more we can do to insure added value for each member and the institutions/affiliates/businesses he/she represents? The answers to these questions can only be addressed in context of the benefit for each of our individual members.

As an ACTE president-elect candidate, it is my goal to ensure that this association, the Association for Career and Technical Education, never forgets that one member is the most important member we have … and that member is YOU. While that may sound simple, our more than 25,000 members represent students, instructors, administrators, retirees and affiliates. They serve students of all ages and professions and reach virtually every industry sector. Very few “trade associations” can boast of the membership diversity that we celebrate. At the same time, very few face the challenge we do in insuring that our programs and services remain diverse enough to be relevant and beneficial for each of our members.

At ACTE we know that career and technical education is the answer to many of our nation’s economic and educational challenges. From that standpoint, our primary role is to ensure that our profession is recognized and ready to be part of the solution. But, unless we can fully engage our most important member—YOU—we know our impact cannot be as great. Thank you for the positive difference you make for your students, clients and for our profession.

Region V Vice President

Charles Gallagher—Candidate Questions,
Letters of Support 

Region
Region V 

Division
Trade and Industrial Education, Marketing Education 

Occupation
Teacher, Santa Rita High School

Employment History
Santa Rita High School, Teacher (2000–present); Sahuarita High School, Teacher/Vocation Director (1993–2000); Chinle High School, Teacher (1988–1993); Many Farms High School, Teacher (1985–1988)

Education
Master of Education in Vocational Education, Northern Arizona University; Bachelor of Science in Industrial Arts, State University College at Buffalo, New York

ACTE Involvement
Division: Resolutions Committee (2011–present); Election Task Force (2011); Resolutions Committee (2007–2009)
National: Region V Policy Committee (2011–present); Region V Fellows Coordinator (2010–present); Region V Policy Committee (2008–2010); Region V Nominating Committee (2006–2007)
State/Local: State ACTE Past President (2010); State ACTE President (2009); State ACTE President Elect (2008); Arizona ACTE Advocate trainer (2005–2006); Arizona ACTE Fellow (2004-2007); Arizona ACTE ITIEA VP (2004–2005)

Platform Statement
As a current CTE high school instructor, I know how important ACTE is at the state, Regional and national levels. I believe our Region is a very strong Region, and I would like to keep that tradition going. As a past president of our state association, I know what it takes to be a leader, set goals and achieve them. One of my goals as ACTEAz President was to increase our ACTE national membership by asking members to step up to the plate because I believe strongly in getting everyone involved. During my presidency, we increased membership by over 35 percent.

I was a fellow in our state and I know the importance of the fellowship program first-hand. The fellowship program helps build future leaders. I’m presently the fellows coordinator for Region V. I have also worked on many Regional and national committees, and I know the commitment it takes. I’m again asking all of you to step up to the plate. Get involved in your state affiliates at the Regional level and, most of all, get involved at the national level. The larger our association is, the louder our voice. I know these are hard times now, but if we all come together, we will do great things for our association and our students. Thank you for your support and I look forward to working with all of you.

Erie Johnson—Candidate Questions,
Letters of Support 

Region
Region V 

Division
Administration 

Occupation
Director, South Kern/Kern River Valley Center, Cerro Coso Community College

Employment History
Cerro Coso Community College, Director, (2009–present); Clatsop Community College, Director Perkins/Tech Prep and Apprenticeship (2006–2009); Southwest Alaska Vocational/ Education Center, Founding Executive Director (2001–2005); University of Alaska Anchorage, Associate Professor and Division Chair, Career and Technical Education (1995–2001); Arctic Sivunmun Ilisagvik College, Founding President (1992–1994); Texas State Technical College, Dean of Instruction (1983–1988); Colorado Northwestern College, Vice President/ Local Director (1972–1988)

Education
Shasta College, A.A.; Chico State College, B.S., Cal Poly SLO, M.A.; University of Wyoming, Ed.S.; University of Northern Colorado, Ed.D.

ACTE Involvement
Division: Postsecondary Membership Task Force (current appointment)
Region: Region V Policy Board Alaska (2002–2005); Region Policy Board Oregon (2006-2009)
National: 30 National Conferences attendance
State/Local: AK-ACTE Board of Directors and State President(1993–2005); OR-ACTE Board of Directors (2007–2009)

Platform Statement
As a professional career and technical educator, I’m confident that I meet the criteria outlined in the ACTE Board Policy and Procedures Manual for the office of vice president of ACTE Region V. My experience includes working as a secondary vocational agriculture teacher, teaching CTE teachers and serving in postsecondary administrative assignments for technical and community colleges. During my career, I have primarily worked in ACTE Region V states. I have been elected to the Region V Policy Committee twice, once from Alaska and a second term from Oregon. With my experience at the secondary and postsecondary level of CTE, I can bring an understanding of the needs of both to the Policy Committee and the ACTE Board.

Career and technical education has arrived as the educational delivery system that will prepare an educated, adaptable and innovative workforce. It will allow our economy to be revitalized and once again lead the world with job development in fields yet to be discovered. As CTE professionals, we must seize the moment and work with our students to see that they will have the opportunities that only career and technical education can provide them. As vice president for ACTE Region V, working with the policy committee, we will determine the needs and opportunities of members and see that your voice is heard.

Administration Division Vice President

Jeannette Capshaw—Candidate Questions,
Letters of Support 

Region
Region IV 

Division
Administration 

Occupation
Project Director, Moore Norman Technology Center

Employment History
Moore Norman Technology Center, Director (2005–present); Metro Technology Centers, Director (1995–2005); Norman Public Schools, Counselor (1990–1995); Great Plains Technology Center, Coordinator of G/T Program (1986–1989); Lawton Public Schools, Special Education Teacher (1982–1986)

Education
Master of Education–Guidance and Counseling and Administration (Secondary and Superintendent), Bachelor of Science–Special Education, University of Oklahoma

ACTE Involvement
Division: ACTE National Outstanding Career and Technical Educator (2011)
Region: ACTE Regional IV Outstanding Career and Technical Educator (2010), ACTE Region IV Conference Attendee
National: ACTE Annual Convention Attendee
State/Local: Educator of the Year, OkACTE (2009); Past President and President, Administration Division, OkACTE (2007–2010); President and President–Elect Oklahoma Career Tech Administrative Council, Inc. (2009–present); Planning Committee, Oklahoma Career Tech Women in Leadership (2008–present); Treasurer, Technology Center Administrative Program (2004–present); Program Administrators Officer, Past President, President, President-Elect, Treasurer, Membership Chair (2004–2009); Administrative Representative, Project Lead the Way Leadership Team (2005–present); Member, Administrative Division, OkACTE (2002–present); Member, Oklahoma Council of Local Administrators of Career Tech Education (2002–present); Member, ACTE and OkACTE (1995–present); Oklahoma Career Tech Summer Conference Attendee (1995–present); Examiner, Oklahoma Quality Award Foundation (2005–present)

Platform Statement
Market! Market! Market! CareerTech should not be America’s best-kept secret! I steadfastly believe career and technical education’s fundamental purpose is to provide high school and adult students with specialized training and the life-long skills to help them grow their careers. Admittedly, CareerTech was established with the foundational mission of preparing students to obtain, and immediately excel in, entry-level jobs. THIS was a “revolutionary” concept at the time. However, over time, this mission has evolved exponentially.

Today, CareerTech leads the way nationally in bridging learned theory and applied experience. Plus, CareerTech has seized and paved the way for education to give students a holistic experience. More than simply teaching students how to use what they read about in relation to careers, CareerTech provides pre-enrollment guidance, workplace soft-skill training and postgraduate job placement support. Unlike other models, CareerTech truly personalizes lifelong career development for ALL students we serve. In fact, we are unmatched in this educational approach. Yet, many don’t know this. Therefore, I believe ACTE must aggressively develop a national campaign to trumpet the next educational revolution of empowering people to direct their career paths on their own terms.

Marie Howard—Candidate Questions,
Letters of Support 

Region
Region IV 

Division
Administration 

Occupation
Reno Campus Director, Francis Tuttle Technology Center

Employment History
Francis Tuttle Technology Center, Campus Director (2008–present); Francis Tuttle Technology Center, Campus Coordinator (2005–2008); Putnam City Public Schools, Assistant Principal (2002–2005); Putnam City Public Schools, Counselor (2001–2002); Wylie Independent School District, Counselor (1999–2001); Edmond Public Schools, Counselor (1998–1999); Putnam City Schools, Teacher (1991–1998); Edmond Public Schools, Teacher 1990–1991); Moore Public Schools, Teacher (1988–1989)

Education
Master of Education—Emphasis Secondary School Counselor, University of Central Oklahoma; Master of Education—Emphasis Health/Wellness, Central State University; Bachelor of Science: Education—Health and Physical Education, Biology, Oklahoma State University

ACTE Involvement
Division: ACTE Membership (2005–present); ACTE Conference Presenter (2009)
State/Local: OKACTE Membership (2005–present); National Workforce Conference Presenter (2011); National Workforce Conference Presenter (2010); NCLA Conference Presenter (2009); Regional ACT College and Career Conference (2009); National Workforce Conference Presenter (2008); National Workforce Conference Attendee (2007); National Workforce Conference Attendee (2006)

Platform Statement
I have a strong belief in the value of career and technical education. As career tech education has continued to evolve and improve over the years, I see it as the vehicle for our future. I think having a technologically trained workforce is the key for economic success; this will allow us to maintain global competitiveness. One of the big challenges ahead is the need to prove the academic rigor that is paired with relevant technical-skills training. I believe we can provide the rigor contained within the instructional content, but it needs to be now and accurate if career and technical education hopes to stay in the business of education and training.

Agricultural Education Division Vice President

Jim Flowers—Candidate Questions,
Letters of Support 

Region
Region II 

Division
Agricultural Education  

Occupation
Professor and Department Head, North Carolina State University

Employment History
North Carolina State University, Professor and Dept. Head (2000–present); North Carolina State University, Associate Professor (1992–2000); North Carolina State University, Assistant Professor (1986–1992); University of Illinois, Graduate Teaching Assistant (1983–1986); Portland High School, Portland TN, Agriculture Teacher (1973–1983)

Education
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Agricultural Education), University of Tennessee at Martin; Master of Arts in Education (Agricultural Education), Western Kentucky University; Doctor of Philosophy in Education (Agricultural Education), University of Illinois

ACTE Involvement
Division: NAAE Member (1973–2011); North Carolina Agriculture Teachers Association Board of Directors (1993–2006); President, American Association for Agricultural Education (2001); Secretary, American Association for Agricultural Education (1997–1998); New and Related Services Division Vice President, NCACTE (1989–1992)
National: Member ACTER (1984–2011), Membership Secretary, AVERA (1990-1991)
State/Local: NCACTE Awards Committee

Platform Statement
Agricultural education is an important part of career and technical education, and the voice of agricultural educators must be heard within the leadership of the Association for Career and Technical Education. My interest in serving as the Agricultural Education Division vice president is in providing effective representation of the total membership in the agricultural education profession—secondary agricultural education teachers, state agricultural education staff, postsecondary agricultural educators and university agricultural educators. I have 10 years of experience as a secondary agriculture teacher in Tennessee and 28 years in university agricultural education programs in Illinois and North Carolina, with the last 15 years in a department that includes the state agricultural education staff. I understand the issues facing the profession and have devoted my career working to improve agricultural education and career and technical education programs.

While I will work to increase membership in the Division, I understand that we earn membership increases by meeting the needs of the profession. I will support programs and initiatives in ACTE that will strengthen the Agricultural Education Division, as well as the Association. We have critical needs within the profession that must be addressed—an adequate supply of teachers, recruitment of under-represented teachers and students into agricultural education, strengthening local support for and understanding of agriculture programs, and the development of the next generation of leaders in the profession. I believe ACTE has a role to play in meeting these needs. I look forward to representing all aspects of the agricultural education profession as we work together to move agricultural education forward.

Matt R. Raven—Candidate Questions,
Letters of Support 

Region
Region I  

Division
Agricultural Education, New and Related Services 

Occupation
Professor, Michigan State University

Employment History
Michigan State University, Professor (2009-present); Mississippi State University, Director and Professor (1994–2009); Montana State University, Assistant Professor (1991–1994); North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, Program Evaluator (1991); The Ohio State University, Graduate Assistant (1988–1990); Kansas State University, Graduate Assistant (1987–1988); Woodland High School, Agricultural Education Teacher (1984–1987)

Education
Doctor of Philosophy—Agricultural Education, The Ohio State University (1990); Master of Science—Agricultural Education, Kansas State University (1988); Bachelor of Science—Plant Science (1982) and Teaching Credential in Agricultural Education & Science (1984), University of California at Davis

ACTE Involvement
Division: Chair, AVA Agricultural Education Research Committee (1994); Secretary, AVA Agricultural Education Research Committee (1993); Presenter (1989)
State/Local: Member, MAAE Board of Directors (2009-present); Member, MATA (1991-1994); Secretary, CATA Sacramento Section (1985-1986); Chair, AAAE Research Committee (2009-present); Vice President, CATA Sacramento Section (1986-1987); Chair and Member, AAAE Journal Editing-Managing Board (1998-2000; 2009-present); Member, AAAE Journal Review Board (1996-1999); Reviewer, AAAE Regional and National Research Meetings (1989-present); Discussant, AAAE Regional and National Research Meetings; Chair, AAAE Ad-Hoc Committee on Electronic Publications (1995-1997)

Platform Statement
The numerous pressures on education in the United States are profoundly impacting career and technical education. The ongoing economic struggles of local, state and federal agencies are a major pressure in this era of uncertainty. The Association for Career and Technical Education must provide strong and visionary leadership to reverse the decline of CTE in the United States. CTE provides an opportunity for students to achieve authentic learning by being taught a holistic blend of technical and academic competencies embedded within real-world contexts. ACTE must unite around an unwavering focus on the message that the integration of technical and academic competencies within real-world applications results in graduates with a strong academic core, as well as the 21st-century skills that employers are demanding. This will be the message that I stress during my tenure on the ACTE Board of Directors.

Michael S. Retallick—Candidate Questions,
Letters of Support 

Region
Region III  

Division
Agricultural Education 

Occupation
Assistant Professor, Iowa State University

Employment History
Iowa State University, Assistant Professor (August 2006–present); Iowa State University, Academic Advisor (January 2001–August 2006); Maquoketa (Iowa) Community Schools, Agricultural Educator (07/1993-01/2001)

Education
Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Education, University of Wisconsin-Platteville; Master of Agribusiness, Kansas State University; Ph.D. Agricultural Education, Iowa State University

ACTE Involvement
Division: National Association of Agricultural Educators, Member (1993–present), National Conference presenter (2008, 2009, 2010); Iowa Association for Career and Technical Education, Member (1993–present); Iowa Association of Agricultural Educators, Member (1993–present), Vice President (1999–2000), Summer Conference Planning Committee (1999–2002); National Research Center for CTE, External Reviewer (2009); Association for Career and Technical Education Research Conference, paper reviewer (2009–2011), Facilitator (2005), Symposia Reviewer (2010–2011); American Association of Agricultural Educators (2001–present)
Region: NAAE Region III Meeting State Delegate (1999, 2000)
National: Academy of Career and Technical Education Charter Member (2005-Present), Member (2009–2011)
State/Local: Indian Hills Community College, Iowa, Land-based Business/Entrepreneurship Advisory Board Member (2005–present); Des Moines Area Community College Agri-business Advisory Committee Member (2003-present); Iowa Association of Agricultural Educators—IACTE Relations Committee (1997–1999), Presenter ( 1999, 2002, 2004, 2006, 2009–2011); Wisconsin Association of Agricultural Educators Summer Conference Presenter (2011); Roland Story Community Schools Agricultural Education Advisory Committee Chair (2009–present); Roland Story Community Schools Career and Technical Education Advisory Board Chair (2010–present)

Platform Statement
I am committed to and have a passion for education in the United States, especially career and technical education. CTE is a vital component of our educational system because it enhances academics and develops employability skills at the secondary level and provides career training and retraining at the postsecondary level. We must continue to communicate the value of CTE and the role that it plays in career and professional skill development.

I am a product of CTE education and have benefited from the educators and CTE leaders who have come before me. I have extensive experience and understanding of CTE at various levels, including secondary education, community college education, state supervisors and higher education, including teacher training. Because of this broad understanding, I believe I can successfully represent the wide spectrum of Agricultural Education Division members. My strong leadership skills and knowledge base rooted in nearly 20 years of CTE experience make me a strong candidate.

Guidance and Career Development Division Vice President

Ray Davis—Candidate Questions,
Letters of Support 

Region
Region II  

Division
Guidance and Career Development 

Occupation
Education Associate, South Carolina Department of Education, Office of CTE

Employment History
Education Associate, Office of Career and Technology Education (OCATE) (February 2000–present); IPA Program Specialist/College and Career Transition Branch, Office of Vocational and Adult Education (OVAE), Education Associate, United States Department of Education (January 2008–January 2009); Program Manager/Assistant Director, Career Center, University of South Carolina (January 1989–January 2000)

Education
Ph.D. Educational Leadership and Policy/Higher Education Administration, University of South Carolina

ACTE Involvement
Division: Guidance Division Executive Board (2010–present)
State/Local: SCATE Advisory Board (2009–present)

Platform Statement
During the past 12 years, I have learned the critical role that a strong local, district and state guidance and career development program plays in Perkins IV. As I worked with our South Carolina team that wrote the 2005 Education and Economic Development Act, I pushed educators, business leaders and our state schools to put guidance at the vanguard of this monumental legislation. As a result, our state has one of the leading career guidance components in the nation. My work in our state has also allowed me to learn at the national level as an IPA in the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Vocational and Adult Education (OVAE) during 2008. As vice president, I would expand distance and virtual professional development opportunities to all members throughout the year. My work in South Carolina in delivering professional development through this mode has prepared me well for leading a team of national ACTE professionals in exploring similar options. Another goal I would promote as vice president would be to link our Division to external entities, such as OVAE, leading state guidance leaders and military leaders to expand our members’ knowledge of timely, standards-based best practices and to assist members in delivering high-quality career guidance. Last, with the reauthorization of the Carl D. Perkins Act rapidly approaching, I would work with ACTE leaders and other guidance organizations to examine and promote the role of guidance and career development in the next version of Perkins.

Anne Sourbeer Morris—Candidate Questions,
Letters of Support 

Region
Region II  

Division
Guidance and Career Development, Administration, New and Related Services 

Occupation
Retired, Director of Counseling. Current: Education/Business Consultant

Employment History
Salem College—Developing M.Ed. School Counseling; Chester County CTE—Nontraditional/Tech Prep Facilitator /Editor of Technical Times/Sponsor—Support group for students enrolled in nontraditional POS; Economic Development Council, Project Consultant: Business Industry and Girls/ITAG High Priority Industry Partnership; PSCA—Editor: The Pennsylvania Counselor; Great Valley SD and Octorara Area SD—Director of Counseling

Education
Ed.D.—Educational Leadership; M.Ed.—Secondary Counseling

ACTE Involvement
Division: Member
National: Member
State/Local: Pennsylvania Department of Education, BCTE Nontraditional Advisory (2009–Present); State Technical Assistance Academy–Preparing Underrepresented Students for Success in Nontraditional Occupations, Washington, DC. (2008); WIB: Council for the Workforce of Tomorrow (Chairperson/ 2000-2010)

Related Memberships
ACTE, NCDA (1998–present); Occupational Education Advisory (1996–2010); Vocational Education Advisory (1988–1989); CTE Liaison Counselor (1979–2001); Occupational Education Strategic Planning (1991,1994); CBI: Workforce Education and Training (1991–2007); Pennsylvania School Counselors Association (1979-2010): President, Career Development Chairperson, Governing Board

Platform Statement
I believe that the strategies employed by ACTE to fulfill its core purpose should assure that the voices of all constituencies be heard—those of the overall membership, specific Division memberships, and the voices of those not yet engaged with ACTE. I desire to share knowledge with counselors and career development specialists and to promote a strong national dialogue of advocacy for CTE. I believe that serving you through ACTE will provide an excellent forum to engage in conversations as together we strategize ways to promote career and technical education and to support the current and emerging workforce.

The critical functions of the vice president of the Guidance and Career Development Division of ACTE lie in service to the membership, service to the organization and service to individuals of all ages. As an educator with experience in rural, urban and suburban settings, I specialized in the career and educational development of individuals and promoting career and technical education while “supporting the optimal development of individuals and organizations in the formation of visions, the fulfillment of dreams, and the creation of legacies through a uniquely personal process of self-exploration and innovative action.”

Health Science Education Division Vice President

Gina Riggs—Candidate Questions,
Letters of Support 

Region
Region IV  

Division
Health Science Education 

Occupation
Medical Services Director and Paramedic

Employment History
Kiamichi Technology Center, EMS Director (1992–present)

Education
A.D., Connors State College; B.A., University of Central Oklahoma; Enrolled in Master’s Degree in Career Tech Education

ACTE Involvement
Division: Region IV ACTE Fellow 2011, ACTE Convention Delegate (2002–2010); ACTE Conference Speaker (NC–2007); President, ACTE Health Occupation Supervisor and Teachers Educator Council (HOSTEC) (2006–2010); National Policy Seminar Attendee (2011)
Region: Region IV Conference Attendee (2006–2011); Region IV Policy Committee (2007-2011); Public Information Committee (2007–2010)
National: National Faculty for AHA (1994–1996, 2009–2011); National Association of EMTs State Faculty for Advanced Medical and Trauma Life Support; Committee on Accreditation of EMS Professionals (CoAEMSP) Site Visitor; and memberships in National Association of EMS Educators, National Association of EMTs, National Native American EMS Associations, and EMS Advocates
State/Local: Regional Faculty/Instructor, American Heart Association (AHA) (1989-present); Oklahoma EMT Association I/C Division President (1992–1996); AHA Emergency Cardiac Care Committee (1994–1997, 2006–2011); OkACTE Annual Conference speaker (2002, 2003, 2009, 2010, 2011); Vice President and President, Oklahoma Health Occupations Education Teacher Association (2002-2005); HCE Awards Committee (2003–2007); OkACTE President Elect/President (2006–2008); HCE Member at Large (1999–2002); OkACTE Education Conferences attendee (1992–2011); Oklahoma EMS Advisory Council (1994–2000 and 2005-2011); Oklahoma Governor’s EMS Task Force Appointee (2008); Oklahoma Native American EMS Association Vice President (2007–2011); KTC Awards Committee (2009-2011); Oklahoma EMT Association Board Member (2009–2010); EMS Children’s Program Advisory Committee; CASA volunteer and board member

Platform Statement
As vice president of the Health Science Education Division, my goals will be to:

• Assure all our members know about the important work that ACTE does for us at the Capitol. Lobbying efforts are extremely important for CTE to receive funding and inclusion in major education decisions legislatively.
• Continue recruiting the best and brightest educational Health Science Education Division speakers at the national and regional conferences.
• Continue assisting HOSA students with scholarship opportunities and find sources for funding these scholarships.

Phyllis Johnson—Candidate Questions,
Letters of Support 

Region
Region II  

Division
Health Science Education, Trade and Industrial Education 

Occupation
Program Specialist (Healthcare Science, Cosmetology, Public Safety, Georgia Department of Education—Career, Technical and Agriculture Education)

Employment History
Georgia Department of Education, Program Specialist (Healthcare Science, Law and Public Safety and Personal Care Services) over 413 teachers and over 26,000 students since 2008; Harris County High School, Healthcare Science Teacher, Skills USA and HOSA advisor (1992–June 2008); Columbus Regional Chartered Council on Child Abuse (1991–1992); Saint Francis Hospital, Registered Nurse (1975–1979)

Education
Master’s in Educational Leadership, Troy University; Bachelor of Science in Health Science, Magna cum Laude; Associate of Arts in Nursing (RN), Columbus State University

ACTE Involvement
Division: ACTE Nominating Committee (2010–May 2011); Health Science Executive Committee (2010–present)
National: Attended ACTE Annual Convention in Atlanta and Las Vegas
State/Local: National Board Certification—Career Tech; Board of National Health Science Consortium; Phi Lambda Theta International Honor Society; Healthcare Science Technology Educators Association of Georgia—Board Member; Planning Committee GACTE/HSTEA conferences; New CTAE Leaders Training 2010; Health IT, Biotech and Georgia Hospital Association Workforce Development Committees; HOSA State Advisor and Board of Directors; Published “Your Future in Healthcare” Magazine; OSHA—Teen Worker Safety Committee; Chair Statewide CTE New Teacher Workshop; Georgia Department of Education STEM Committee

Platform Statement
If elected as the Health Science Education Division vice president, I would contact state program specialists to encourage teacher membership. This would necessitate providing them with the advantages and benefits of joining ACTE so they could encourage their teachers to join. I would initiate networking through Facebook, e-mails and video blasts in order to meet the needs and preference of members. If elected, I would work with other Division VPs in supporting new teachers through mail-outs, e-mails, and/or through the development of a “New Career Tech Teacher Handbook.” I would provide support/information about health science education to CTE administrators. I would work to develop strong nationwide health care business/ industry connections that would support programs in all states. Making those connections can benefit schools, teachers and students. Business and industry benefit by helping develop their future workforce. I would provide quality sessions at ACTE conferences and send out other professional development opportunities to all health science educators.

Candace Leopold—Candidate Questions,
Letters of Support 

Region
Region III  

Division
Health Science Education 

Occupation
MN Health Science Educator/HOSA State Advisor, ISD #287–SECA/MN HOSA

Employment History
State Health Care facilities Board, State Director/Advisor (1999–present)

Education
Pre-ed to Nursing/EMT/CPR and First Aid Instructor Certificate, Mankato State University/Mankato Technical College; Vocational Teaching Licensure, Mankato State University; AS Nursing Degree, Willmar Community College

ACTE Involvement
Division: Member (presently); Health Science Board (presently)
Region: Health Science Department Rep. (2007–2009); MN Rep (State Advisor) (2007–2010)
National: ACTE Conference Participant (2002); ACTE Conference Participant (2010)
State/Local: HOSA (1987–present); MNACTE/Health Science Rep (2007–2009)

Platform Statement
ACTE’s purpose is to provide leadership in developing an educated, prepared, adaptable and competitive workforce representing a diverse membership of educators, administrators and many others interested in planning and conducting career and technical education programs at all levels. The opportunity to teach was a highlight in my life of being a nurse for over 10 years. The ability to help students to learn and make good career choices was the easy part—to get the word out about the importance of CTE to students and their future goals was a struggle. It was through ACTE that I found we have advocates to help make the importance of CTE value to students. I would be honored to be a part of this national education association dedicated to the advancement of education that prepares youth and adults for successful careers.

Special Populations Division President

Lisa Napell Dicksteen—Candidate Questions,
Letters of Support 

Region
Region V  

Division
Special Populations 

Occupation
Teacher, GOAL Academy

Employment History
GOAL Academy, Teacher (2010–present); The Manning School, Teacher (2008-2010); Mountain View Junior High, Teacher (2007–2008); Wyandanch Memorial High School, Teacher (2006–2007); Bay Shore High School, Teacher (summer 2006); Developed, taught and wrote textbook for adult education classes: Marketing Your Writing & Successful Newsletter Publishing (NYC and Scottsdale, Arizona); Private tutoring elementary through graduate school (ongoing)

Education
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts/Journalism; Master of Arts in Teaching (English), Stony Brook University, State University of New York

ACTE Involvement
Division: Member (presently); Health Science Board (presently)
Region: Health Science Department Rep. (2007–2009); MN Rep (State Advisor) (2007–2010)
National: ACTE Conference Participant (2002); ACTE Conference Participant (2010)
State/Local: HOSA (1987–present); MNACTE/Health Science Rep (2007–2009)

Platform Statement
Education is the key to altering the trajectories of the lives of those who come to us discouraged by failure, tested by addiction and poor choices, worried about the futures of their own children, and ignored (or worse) by the education system. As educators, we have far-reaching and often life-saving impacts on our students, even on those days when we feel we are reaching no one at all. Special Populations educators need special support, special professional development and a special place to communicate with each other about our special challenges and rewards. I want to increase the visibility and effectiveness of this important Emerging Division so the largest possible number of members has the support and lobbying power necessary to interact with and impact this growing student population. The first steps are:

• Continuing to amplify and improve internal ACTE coverage of this area.
  •  Please look for my article in Techniques in coming months.
  •  Please come hear me speak at the Annual Convention in St. Louis in November.
   
• Increase the awareness of unaffiliated educators and others about this population and the enormity of the effect we have on their lives and thus on the future of society as a whole.
  •  Please see my article in the May 2011 issue of ASQ Primary and Secondary Education Brief (Vol. 4, No. 3).
   

I promise to be responsive to requests and/or suggestions, to make every effort to work with you to resolve issues as they come up, to be inclusive in decision-making and to be accessible and available to you, my fellow Special Populations members.

Marybeth Morrison—Candidate Questions,
Letters of Support 

Region
Region I  

Division
Special Populations 

Occupation
Assistant Professor, Penn State University

Employment History
Penn State University, Assistant Professor (July 2008–present)

Education
Ph.D. in Workforce Education and Development, Leadership and Master of Science in Workforce Education and Development, School-to-Work, Penn State University; Bachelor of Science in special education, effective minor in criminal justice, Lock Haven University

ACTE Involvement
Division: Special Populations Division committee member and awards chair (Nov. 2008 to present); Special Populations Division committee, appointed to cover ACTE professional development committee (November 2000–November 2004); NAVESNP president (January 2003–January 2004); NAVESNP Vice President (January 2002–January 2003); NAVESNP board member (January 2000–January 2004)
State/Local: PAVESNP board member (1998-2003); PA-ACTE conference planning committee (2000–2003); PA-ACTE keynote speaker co-chair (2001–2002)

Platform Statement
For many students from special populations, career and technical education is the first class where school made sense and engaged them in learning. When I was a brand new teacher, my first job was as a resource teacher at a CTE for half of a year; the other half, I was an inclusion teacher at the home school. Since some of the same students were at the home school when I went there, I was struck by how much more engaged they were at the CTE and how much better their attendance was there. These students would come to me and tell me how much they wished they could return to the CTE. Not only did they want to go back to the class, many of them talked about how much they connected with their CTE teacher.

Through the years of working in a CTE setting, my passion for students from special populations has grown to include the people who work with them in that setting. They are often the ones who understand how to connect, engage and develop students from special populations. These teachers, administrators and staff need to have the best professional development and resources that they can get for working with students from special populations. That is why the Special Populations Division is an important component of ACTE and it is why I would like to bring my leadership to this Division.

Region III Vice President-Elect

Mary Boyd—Candidate Questions,
Letters of Support 

Region
Region III  

Division
Administration 

Occupation
Assistant Principal for Curriculum and Instruction, Technology Center of DuPage

Employment History
Technology Center of DuPage, Assistant Principal for Curriculum and Instruction (July 09–present); Plainfield North High School, Career and Technical Education Department Chair (August 07– June 09); Oak Lawn Community High School, Career and Technical Education Instructor (August 98–June 07)

Education
Master’s in Educational Administration, Saint Xavier University; Bachelor of Science in Education, Illinois State University

ACTE Involvement
Division: Member (2009–2011)
Region: Member (2009–2011)
State/Local: NCRC (National Career Readiness Certificate) Regional Task Force (2009-2011); Assistant Principal for Curriculum and Development, Technology Center of DuPage, Addison, Illinois (2009–2011); Career and Technical Education Department Chair, Plainfield, Illinois (2007–2009); Technology Educators Collegiate Association (1994–1997); Skills USA (2004–2010); ACT WorkKeys National Career Readiness Testing (2009–2011); Illinois Association of Curriculum and Development (2009–2011); Connections Conference Presentation on “Camp Techette” (2005); International Graphic Arts Educational Foundation (2005–2007); Workforce Development State CTE Problem-based Learning Project (2007–2008); Career Conference (2006)

Platform Statement
The purpose of ACTE is to provide leadership in developing an educated, prepared, adaptable and competitive workforce. My goal in support of this purpose is to help provide students and adults with academic, technical and employability skills through professional development. I am honored to have the opportunity to run for vice president of Region III and excited to serve an association whose sole purpose is to support career and technical education. I have a flexible and creative leadership style that is focused on professional development for staff and increased academic proficiency for students. I would utilize this style to serve the ACTE membership.

If elected, I will:

• Promote membership through economical means.
• Address the needs of the core membership through professional development, yet provide for development of specific career and technical disciplines.
• Continue to form business and industry partnerships to support career knowledge, recruitment of our future membership and technical training.
• Listen to the needs of the membership and make every effort to address those needs.

Thank you again for this opportunity to run for vice president of Region III.

Katrina Paddick Plese—Candidate Questions,
Letters of Support 

Region
Region III  

Division
Administration 

Occupation
Executive Director, Wilco Area Career Center

Employment History
Wilco Area Career Center, Romeoville, Illinois, Director (2004– Present); Kankakee Area Career Center, Bourbonnais, Illinois, Special Populations Coordinator (2003–2004); Madison County CTE System, Edwardsville, Illinois, Director (2002–2003); Tazewell County Education for Employment System, Pekin, Illinois, Director (1994–2002), Special Populations Coordinator (1993–1994); Two Rivers Vocational Education System, Beardstown, Illinois, Special Populations Coordinator (1992–1993); A-C Central High School, Ashland, Illinois, Family and Consumer Science Instructor (1985–1992)

Education
Certificate of Advanced Study, Lewis University; Master of Educational Administration, University of Illinois at Springfield; Bachelor of Science in Education (Family and Consumer Science), Eastern Illinois University

ACTE Involvement
Division: Special Populations Division Member (2000–present)
Region: Region III Representative for Illinois (2001–2004; 2010–present); Region III Conference Planning Committee (Illinois) (2007); Attended various Region conferences
National: Leadership Task Force (2010–present); Legislative Committee (2007–2009); Legislative Committee, Chair (2009); Public Information Committee (2006–2007); ACTE Annual Convention Session Presenter
State/Local: Illinois ACTE (IACTE)—State President (2004–2005); IACTE Legislative Task Force, Chair (2007–present); IACTE Awards, Chair (2005–2006); Illinois CTE Administrators, President (2001–2002)

Platform Statement
Career and technical education is in an ideal position, one that can be utilized to launch itself to a new level of recognition. It will take leadership at the national, state and Region levels, as well as in the classroom. Enormous demands are being placed on education in general, and particularly on CTE. To address these demands, we as practitioners must be willing to step out of the box and our comfort zone. Career and technical Education must capitalize on this opportunity to advance to a higher level of excellence. Region III has the privilege of being made up of many committed and talented people in CTE. Working together as a Region, we can develop a structure that will provide leadership to move CTE forward through the critical issues of education reform. We as leaders in Region III, alongside ACTE, must forge the path for our students who are the future generation. I would be honored to serve the Region during these demanding times, leading the charge to take CTE and the Association to a higher level of excellence.

Business Education Division Vice President-Elect

H. Roger Fulk—Candidate Questions,
Letters of Support 

Region
Region I  

Division
Business Education, Engineering and Technology Education 

Occupation
Professor/Department Chair—Office Information Systems Program

Employment History
Wright State University—Lake Campus, Professor/Department Chair (September 1981–Present); Ohio Hi-Point Career Center, Instructor (September 1978-June 1981)

Education
Master’s in Business Education, Bowling Green State University; Bachelor’s in Business Education, Ohio University; Associate’s in Business, Shawnee State University

ACTE Involvement
Division: Policy Commission (2008–Present); Membership Committee (2005–2010); National Association of Supervisors of Business Education, Newsletter Editor (2008–Present); Presenter/Speaker
Region: Ohio Business Division-President, President-elect, Secretary, Treasurer; (1992–1995); Ohio Board of Directors (1995); Outstanding Educator Award (1999);
Region I and State Conference-Presenter
National: Postsecondary Membership Committee (2010-present); Quality Teacher Committee (2008–2009); Proposals Committee; Presenter
State/Local: Business Professionals of America Board of Trustees—Board Secretary; (2002–2009); Ohio Postsecondary—State Advisor (2002–present); National Business Education Association—Teacher of the Year Award (1981–present); Ohio Business Teachers—Past President, President-Elect, Secretary, Treasurer, Teacher of the Year Award (1978–present); North Central Business Education Association—Board Member (2002-2005); Certified Etiquette Presenter (2007-Present); National Tech Prep—Speaker/Presenter (2006; 2008)

Platform Statement
Our students’ success is our success! Business and technology education is in a constant state of dynamic change. As business educators, it is essential for us to respond to these changes to ensure the continued success of our students and to honor the mission of our association. We must continue to expand our outreach initiatives to maintain our linkages with related organizations and to cultivate those new to the profession. We must be committed to providing our students with both the soft skills and the technical skills that will enable them to succeed in today’s workplace—and to meet the new needs and demands that will inevitably define the workplace of the future.

As business educators, we must:

• Communicate the vital role business education plays in our students’ success.
• Reach out to new educators to provide outstanding leadership, professional development and mentoring opportunities.
• Be advocates on the importance of career and technical education.
• Continue to work with related organizations to promote business education.
• Develop strong linkages with business and industry.
• Continue to increase our membership base.

Business education provides students with skills for a lifetime. Business education is rapidly changing, and we must be on the cutting edge of these changes. The ACTE Business Education Division has a proud history of providing members with outstanding services—and we will continue to meet those needs.

Gary Hutchinson—Candidate Questions,
Letters of Support 

Region
Region III  

Division
Business Education 

Occupation
Department Chair–Business, FACS, Technology Education, Hinsdale South High School

Employment History
Hinsdale South High School, Department Chair–Business, Family and Consumer Sciences, Technology Education (August 1999–Present); Waubonsie Valley High School, Department Chair–Business Education (August 1991–June 1999); Niles West High School, Business Instructor/Head Wrestling Coach (August 1988–June 1989); Maine Township High Schools–East/South–Business Instructor (August 1990–June 1991), West–Instructional Aide (August 1989–June 1990), West–Business Instructor (August 1979–June 1988)

Education
Doctorate of Education–Educational Administration and M.S.–Business Education, Northern Illinois University; B.S.–Business Education, Illinois State University

ACTE Involvement
Division: Policies Commission for Business and Economic Education (April 2011/after three years as PCBEE Rep)
Region: Resolutions Committee (2009–Present); Awards Committee (2011–present)
National: NPS attendee (2005–present)
State/Local: Illinois ACTE President (June 2009–February 2011); Illinois Business Education Association State President 2005–2006; Membership Coordinator (May 2009–present)

Platform Statement
When I started my participation in professional organizations as a member-at-large for the Illinois Business Education Association and was assigned as chairman of the Professional Development Task Force, I never dreamed of where it would lead me with my involvement in business education. Couple 20 years as a department chairperson, leadership in CTE organizations and the experiences of earning a doctorate; I have been able to lead others not only in business education, but career and technical education. It has been an enjoyed passion throughout my career and something I wish to continue.

As the Business Education Division VP, I would like to see more of a focus upon collaboration (1) among business education programs at all levels (high school, collegiate, local, Region, state, national), (2) with the other areas that make up CTE, and (3) with the four core areas of education. This would include the further development of state/national standards for business education, and then an alignment with CTE, math, English, science, social sciences and even the fine arts. I firmly believe that CTE prepares students for college, careers and LIFE, and one way to accomplish this efficiently is to have a collaborative effort. CTE needs to be considered a core area in education.