ACTE Board of Directors 2023 Elections
From Dec. 2, 2022, to 11:59 p.m. ET on Jan. 2, 2023, members of the Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) will elect officers for the following board of directors positions:
- President-Elect: Serves a one-year term beginning in July 2023, followed by one-year as president and one-year as past president.
- Trade and Industrial Education Division Vice President: Serves a three-year term beginning July 2023.
- Postsecondary, Adult & Career Education Division Vice President-Elect: Serves a three-year term beginning July 2024.
- Administration Division Vice President-Elect: Serves a three-year term beginning July 2024.
- Counseling & Career Development Division Vice President-Elect: Serves a three-year term beginning July 2024.
All ACTE individual professional, retired, educational institution members, and national affiliate organizations whose membership dues are received at ACTE headquarters by Nov. 2, 2022, are eligible to vote. Please review the biographical information and platform statements for the nominees and exercise your right to vote for ACTE’s leadership. This information is also posted online at acteonline.org/board_election_candidates.
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The election process will be conducted via electronic ballot only. Ballots will be sent to member email addresses listed in the ACTE database. ACTE works with Survey and Ballot Systems (SBS) to manage the board of directors elections. You will receive an e-signature via email that must be used with your member number to vote electronically. If you do not receive an e-signature by midnight on Dec. 3, please contact support@directvote.net. Electronic ballots must be cast by 11:59 p.m. ET on Jan. 2, 2023. Ballots will be counted and audited at the offices of SBS, and the results will be posted on ACTE’s website and announced in Techniques.
In order to facilitate a smooth election process, please be sure to:
- Verify your email address with ACTE. If ACTE does not have your email address, it is imperative that you update your member profile immediately. You can do this on the ACTE website by:
- Visiting acteonline.org
- Logging in (Username: your email address; password: your ACTE ID number plus your first and last initials — e.g., 123456AH)
- Clicking on “View Profile”
Or email acte@acteonline.org
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- Remember that in order to vote, you must be a member of ACTE as of Nov. 2, 2022. Members are only allowed to vote in elections for their region and any divisions of which they are a member.
President-Elect
Carrie Scheiderer
Region: I
Division: Administration; New and Related Services (NRS)
Occupation: Chief administrator
Employment history
Chief administrator, Central Tech Prep Regional Center, Central Ohio Technical College: 2011–present; director of admissions, Delta Career Education Corporation: 2006–2011; admissions assistant supervisor, Bradford School: 2004–06; news reporter, WNKO/WHTH Radio: 2004; news intern, WSYX/Fox 28 News: 2003
Education
B.A., Ashland University
National ACTE involvement
Board of directors: 2020–present; executive committee: 2021–22; National Leadership Fellowship Program fellow: 2017; Postsecondary Leadership Success Program (sponsored by ECMC Foundation) fellow: 2019; VISION presenter: 2017, 2019; VISION attendee: 2012–2022 National Policy Seminar attendee: 2017–2022; Techniques writer: 2019; fellowship program mentor; board of directors mentor
Regional ACTE involvement
Conference planning committee chair: 2019; conference planning committee member: 2018–present; conference attendee: 2016–2022; conference chair mentor; policy committee member: 2018–2022; policy committee chair: 2018; regional fellows’ mentor; regional awards committee judge; award winner, Best in Region I: 2018
Divisional ACTE involvement
Hosted a webinar for the Postsecondary, Adult and Career Education Division
State ACTE involvement
Attends Ohio ACTE events each year to represent Region I; events include a legislative seminar, a leadership and empowerment meeting, and the Ohio ACTE Summer Leadership Conference.
Other CTE involvement
President-elect for Ohio Career Technical Administrators Association (OCTA): 2022–present; OCTA executive board member: 2021–23; OCTA board member: 2014–present; National Career Pathways Network (NCPN) Leadership Development Academy planning committee: 2017; Ohio School Improvement Institute conference planning committee: 2020–22; Byrl R. Shoemaker CTE Institute graduate; NCPN Leadership Development Academy graduate; National Association for Career and Technical Education Information conference attendee; Ohio Association for Career and Technical Superintendents conference presenter Meetings/Conferences
Application summary
I have 18 years working in secondary and postsecondary career and technical education (CTE) and currently serve as the central region chief administrator at Central Ohio Technical College. In this role, I build and foster relationships between education, business, industry, and community partners. I also lead my team in developing high-quality career pathways and programs of study and provide universal technical assistance across the region to support the Ohio Department of Education and Ohio Department of Higher Education.
During my career I have served in many roles at the local, state, and national levels to support CTE leaders and students. I’ve been very involved with Ohio ACTE, Region I ACTE, national ACTE, the Ohio Career Technical Administrators Association and I have served as a mentor to new leaders in these organizations. My involvement with ACTE, for over a decade, has inspired me to become more involved and run for president-elect. I truly care about ACTE’s current members and about growing and involving new members and leaders at all levels. I’m excited for the opportunity to listen, serve, and be the voice of so many CTE professionals from across the country.
Platform statement
I have been involved in ACTE for the past 11 years and am completing my term serving on the board as ACTE Region I vice president. I am excited for the opportunity to continue to serve on the board as president-elect. Through my involvement with the ACTE fellowship program, the Postsecondary Leadership Success Program, ACTE’s board of directors, and region policy and conference planning committees, I have learned a lot about the needs of ACTE’s members from various backgrounds. I am committed to listening to members and acting as their voice on the board. I’m excited to help grow and develop new members and leaders through ACTE and see them step into leadership roles in their regions and divisions.
My 18 years of experience working in secondary and postsecondary career and technical education, as well as with business and industry, has given me a unique perspective in facing challenges across our regions, states, and the country. I’m excited to bring this experience to the position of president-elect and continue to serve ACTE’s members.
One of my most rewarding experiences as an ACTE member, has been serving as a mentor to ACTE fellows and incoming board members. Growing new leaders at the regional and nationwide levels within the organization makes me recharged and excited as they explore leadership opportunities and roles.
ACTE is truly a nationwide network and family of leaders, and I’m excited for the opportunity to continue to serve and represent so many CTE leaders across so many states. I will listen, lead, be your voice, and grow with you as your ACTE president-elect.
Lisa Stange
Region: III
Division: Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) Education
Occupation: Private education consultant, retired CTE consultant for state of Iowa
Education
M.A., education, Viterbo University; B.S., home economics education, Iowa State University
National ACTE involvement
Board of directors, Region III vice president: 2019–present; executive committee member, finance chair: 2021–22; audit review committee member: 2013–15; Teach CTE Coalition member: 2021–present; Teach CTE advisory group member: 2019–2021; affiliate and division definitions advisory group member: 2018; VISION presenter: 2018–19; VISION attendee: 2005–07, 2010–2022; CTE Support Fund supporter: 2017–present; NPS attendee: 2011–2022; State Leadership Training Program participant 2011–13
Regional ACTE involvement
Policy committee chair: 2014–2022; policy committee member: 2014–2022; Teach CTE committee member: 2017–19; Teach CTE task force member: 2016–17; conference presenter: 2017–2022; conference attendee: 2009–2022; winner, Award of Merit: 2013; secretary: 2014–19
Divisional ACTE involvement
Policy committee chair: 2018–19
State ACTE involvement
Iowa ACTE executive board member: 2007–2020; president: 2011–12; first vice president/president-elect: 2010–11; second vice president/conference chair: 2009–2010; department of education liaison: 2016–2020; state conference presenter: 2007, 2009, 2016–2020; award winner, Career and Technical Educator of the Year: 2012; award winner, Postsecondary Teacher of the Year: 2015; award winner, Lifetime Achievement Award: 2021
Other CTE involvement
LEAD FCS Education member: 2012–present; LEAD FCS Education past president: 2019–2020; LEAD FCS Education president: 2018–19; LEAD FCS Education president-elect: 2017–18; American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS) Iowa former student member; Iowa AAFCS current member: 2010–present; Iowa AAFCS student unit supervisor: 2010–16
Family, Career, & Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) state board, secretary: 2011–15; FCCLA state -board member: 2008–2020; Iowa Family and Consumer Sciences Educators (IFCSE) member: 1997–present; IFCSE president: 2008–09; IFCSE vice president/president-elect: 2007–08; IFCSE secretary: 2004–07; IFCSE key leader: 1998–99; IFCSE dual enrollment liaison: 2016–2020
Application summary
I view myself as a CTE educator first and foremost and I am passionate about fostering quality CTE for all. My career has been devoted to advancing and advocating for CTE at all levels. I have a very comprehensive background in CTE from classroom teacher to state consultant. I was a professor and program coordinator preparing CTE teachers at the university level. There, I grew a program that had fallen in numbers to be one of the top producing programs in FCS teacher education. I served CTE nationally as president of LEAD FCS Education, as ACTE Region III vice president, and on ACTE’s executive committee as finance chair. My willingness to serve ACTE in the variety of roles I have — within the organization at the local, state, and national levels — and the knowledge gained by these experiences provides unique insight to the many different competencies expected of the president-elect of ACTE.
I have an additional focus and passion to help cultivate the growth of a strong, qualified group of CTE educators so that the work of CTE can continue to positively impact our workforce, employers, and communities. My work with ACTE with Teach CTE and the Teach CTE Coalition has been ongoing. I believe that my professional affiliations and experiences, combined with my varied teaching and mentoring experiences strengthen the impact I have as a leader who will passionately and faithfully serve the CTE community as ACTE president-elect.
Platform statement
I am committed to work to transform the future of CTE and help lead ACTE to achieve our mission of “empowering educators to deliver high-quality CTE programs that ensure all students are positioned for career success.” I am dedicated to helping us all work to transform the future of together — not only with like CTE educators, but educators in general, the workforce that we support, and the very institutions that prepare our educators to prepare learners to meet their career and life goals successfully with inclusion, access, and equity. As an Association, we can enhance CTE programming by developing programs to mentor CTE educators early in their careers to aid in their success. My varied professional experiences, paired with the passion I have for CTE, strengthens my knowledge of our members and the impact I have as a leader who serves the CTE community. I am prepared to help lead ACTE as an agent for quality CTE. Together we can grow in our capacity to support and advocate for our members and students across the nation.
Trade & Industrial Education Division Vice President
Laura Smith
Region: II
Division: Trade and Industrial (T&I) Education
Occupation: Drafting/computer-aided design (CAD) instructor
Employment history
Drafting/CAD instructor, Washington County Career & Technical Education Center: 2006–present;
adjunct instructor, Virginia Highlands Community College: 2008–present; engineering/inside sales manager, SteelFab, Inc.: 1996–2006; drafter, American Longwall Face Conveyors, 1995–96
cell technician, Dana Corporation: 1993–95
Education
B.S., Old Dominion University; A.A.S., Virginia Highlands Community College
National ACTE involvement
VISION proposal review committee member for T&I: 2015–2020, 2022; Advancing Teachers Today and Tomorrow (AT3) advisory group member: 2022; National Leadership Fellowship Program fellow: 2022; VISION presenter: 2022; VISION attendee: 2014, 2017, 2020–22; National Policy Seminar attendee: 2022; public policy advocate since 2012
Regional ACTE involvement
Policy committee member: 2020–21; nominating committee member: 2016–2020; conference planning committee member: 2022; conference attendee: 2019–2022
Divisional ACTE involvement
Policy committee member: 2016–18; nominating committee member: 2018–19; conference attendee: 2014, 2017
State ACTE involvement
Virginia ACTE past president: 2022–23; president: 2019–2022
Other CTE involvement
SkillsUSA Virginia board of directors secretary: 2016–2020; SkillsUSA Virginia conference planning team: 2013–present; SkillsUSA adviser: 2006–present; SkillsUSA International Degree recipient: 2019; SkillsUSA Virginia Hall of Honor inductee: 2018; SkillsUSA (then VICA) Region II student vice president: 1992–1993
Virginia Association of Trade & Industrial Educators (VATIE) secretary: 2018–2021; past president: 2016–18; president: 2014–16; president-elect: 2012–14; VATIE representative to VA ACTE board: 2013–15; award winner, VATIE Teacher of the Year: 2021; award winner, Washington County Career & Technical Education Center Teacher of the Year: 2008–09, 2020–21
Application summary
I can truly say that I am CTE! I have been privileged to have been a part of CTE, specifically Trade & Industrial education for 30+ years: as a student, as an alumnus and business & industry supporter, and now as a teacher. I am who I am today because of this involvement, and I strive to give back and to help provide opportunities for others, as those who came before me, did for me. I would like to be considered for the position of ACTE’s Trade & Industrial Education Division vice president because I am passionate about trade and industrial education, SkillsUSA, and the opportunities that both provide for our country’s future. I will always be a strong advocate and support both in all ways that I am able.
Platform statement
T&I and SkillsUSA helped to shape me into the person that I am today. In 2006, I landed my dream job as the drafting/CAD teacher in the same classroom where I was a student. I have and will always be a huge advocate for all CTE, especially so for my roots in T&I and SkillsUSA. If given the opportunity to serve as T&I VP, I would like to work toward establishing more professional development opportunities for teacher recruitment and retention for career-switcher teachers. This is something that we are beginning more work on in Virginia, and I am very excited about this opportunity. I would also continue to encourage strong partnerships with business and industry in our individual and collective communities. This collaborative work is very important to help guide our curriculum and keep us abreast of current needs for trained and skilled workers. I won’t make a bunch of false promises, but I will promise that I will work hard to promote the Trade & Industrial Education Division and all the amazing students/programs we represent.
Bart Taylor
Region: IV
Division: Trade and Industrial (T&I) Education
Occupation: Lecturer
Employment History:
Lecturer, Texas A&M University; lecturer, Sam Houston State University
Education:
Ed.D., Texas A&M University; M.Ed., Lamar University; B.S., Sam Houston State University; executive certificate in nonprofit management, Harvard University
National ACTE Involvement
VISION presenter: 2019; VISION attendee: 2017–2022; award winner, Carl D. Perkins Community Service Award: 2019
Regional ACTE Involvement
Conference attendee: 2017–2022; award winner, Region IV Teacher Educator of the Year: 2022; award winner, Region IV Teacher of the Year: 2016
State ACTE Involvement:
Texas Industrial Vocational Association (TIVA) past president: 2021–23; president: 2019–2021; president-elect: 2017–19; district director: 2013–17
Other CTE Involvement
SkillsUSA member: 2000–present
Application Summary:
My name is Bart Taylor, and I am a dedicated educator with over 22 years of experience in education and nonprofit organizations. I offer a proven track record of commended performance in management, teaching, and leadership, with a passion for education and a commitment to pursue school and community success. My experience includes nonprofit executive board coordination, nonprofit financial stewardship, organizational management, social media communication specialization, brand recognition, audio/video broadcasting and production, communications outreach, undergraduate and graduate university lecturing, high school classroom teaching, motivational speaking, professional development planning/presenting, webpage administration, and SkillsUSA nonprofit operations. Further, I have earned a doctoral degree from Texas A&M University in curriculum and instruction from the Department of Teaching, Learning, and Culture in the College of Education. My research studies focus on career and technology education with emphasis on the role of career and technical student organizations on student success, closing the achievement gap, and investigating best educational technology practices.
Platform Statement:
When I first started teaching, I heard someone say, “Those who can: Do. But those who can’t: Teach.” I was quite bothered at first, but I soon realized that this person simply must not have had the right educators in their life. If they had, they would have said, “Those who can: Do. But those who inspire: Teach.”
As the vice president for T&I, my vision would be to inspire a new message about CTE. How? By challenging our ideals in a way that questions the validity and value of our skilled and technical programs. I would challenge to ask, what would a day in America look with without CTE? We must embrace the real impact that CTE has on the daily lives of each American. You see, CTE is vital. Too often we highlight what CTE does for our students, but I want to showcase this idea of what life would be like without CTE in the picture. We must do our diligence in creating a new and powerful message to inspire the next generation of CTE stakeholders with a refreshed understanding of career and technical education.
Administration Division Vice President-Elect
Martin Hanley
Region: III
Division: Administration
Occupation: Director
Employment history
Director, Pike-Lincoln Technical Center: 2013–present; adjunct faculty, University of Central Missouri: 2021–present; computer information systems instructor, City of St. Charles School District: 2005–2013; programmer/analyst, StellarRAD System: 1993–2004; programmer/analyst, Daffron & Associates: 1991–93
Education
Ed.S., University of Central Missouri; M.S.Ed., Arkansas State University; B.S., Maryville University
National ACTE involvement
Bylaws committee member: 2022–present; VISION presenter: 2020–21; National Policy Seminar attendee: 2020; National Leadership Fellowship Program participant: 2020
Regional ACTE involvement
Policy committee member: 2021–present
Divisional ACTE involvement
Policy committee member: 2020–present
State ACTE involvement
Missouri Council of Career and Technical Administrators (MCCTA, administrative division of Missouri ACTE) president: 2021–22; MCCTA vice president: 2020–21; Missouri ACTE Membership Committee member: 2019–2021
Application summary
I’ve been a part of ACTE since becoming a teacher. When I moved into administration, the administrative division leaders helped me become a better leader in my school and state. I had a chance to see great leadership as a fellow and a member of the policy committee, and I want to continue that great tradition of support and mentorship in the Administration Division.
Platform statement
I want to continue and grow the mentoring from the top down. Those in leadership should be helping mentor and grow the future leaders. We need to grow the partnerships that we have with other organizations, both in education and in the business community. Those partnerships will allow us to help our members grow in their skills and abilities.
As leaders in the Administration Division, we need to help lead across the board. How can we help the other divisions achieve more? How can we set the example for leadership and growth in CTE? Those are questions that we can answer together!
Jayme Fitzpatrick
Region: V
Division: Administration, New and Related Services (NRS)
Occupation: CTE Manager
Employment history
CTE manager, Deer Valley Unified School District, 2013–present; adjunct faculty, Maricopa County Community Colleges: 2013–present; CTE business & marketing teacher, Deer Valley Unified School District: 2005–2013; substitute teacher, Deer Valley Unified School District: 2003–05
Education
M.Ed., Northern Arizona University; post-baccalaureate studies, Rio Salado College; B.S., State University of New York at Stony Brook
National ACTE involvement
VISION presenter: 2022; VISION attendee: 2011, 2014–2022; National Policy Seminar attendee: 2014, 2019; ACTE’s and NCLA’s Best Practices and Innovations in Leadership Conference presenter: 2022; National Leadership Fellowship Program participant: 2019
Regional ACTE involvement
Marketing, membership and new ideas committee member: 2021–22; conference attendee: 2021–22
Divisional ACTE involvement
Award winner, NRS Division, Career Academies section, Administrator of the Year: 2020
State ACTE involvement
Association for Career and Technical Education of Arizona (ACTEAZ) executive board member: 2013–2014
Other CTE involvement
ACOVA, the Professional Association for Arizona CTE Administrators secretary: 2018–2022; ACOVA member at large: 2017–18; Arizona Marketing Educators (AZME) president-elect, president and past president: 2011–13; AZME secretary: 2009–2011; NAF academy administrator
Application summary
Jayme Fitzpatrick, CTE administrator from the Deer Valley Unified School District, in Phoenix, Arizona, is a long-time, passionate leader and advocate for career and technical education. Twenty years in CTE and 10 years in CTE Administration, she has served ACTE at the national and state levels, receiving multiple recognitions. Fitzpatrick seeks the office of Administration Division vice president to broaden her service to CTE administrators, advocating for current issues and building the next generation of CTE leaders through ACTE.
Platform statement
As Administration Division Vice President, my goal would be to provide exceptional service to all career and technical education administrators across the nation — building fellowship and advocating for CTE. My goals would be to increase membership, increase member engagement through communication, and build strong relationships with key stakeholders across secondary education, postsecondary education, and business and industry. ACTE Administration Division events at national and regional conferences will be sought-after, high-quality, engaging experiences for all participants. The ACTE Administration Division is well-positioned and strong. I seek to continue the good work of my amazing predecessors and leaders. I am up to this challenge!
Sandra Adams
Region: III
Division: Administration
Occupation: Administrator
Employment history
Administrator, Career Academy, Fort Wayne Community Schools: 2021–present; CTE instructional coach, Career Academy, Fort Wayne Community Schools: 2014–2021; Race to the Top (RttT) lead presenter, Ohio Department of Education: 2007–2014; adjunct professor, Wright State University: 2006–2012; social studies curriculum consultant, Ohio Department of Education: 2004–06
Education
Ph.D., Indiana State University; M.Ed., Bowling Green State University; B.S.Ed., University of Toledo
National ACTE involvement
VISION Presenter: 2017–2022; VISION attendee: 2016–2022; STEM is CTE Symposium presenter: 2018; Inclusion, Access, Equity and Diversity Mentorship Program mentor: 2020–21; Techniques writer: 2018–present; participated as content expert in webinar on professional learning communities: 2020; participated in virtual advisory group to steer direction for CTE Learn: 2020; created four courses for CTE Learn
Regional ACTE involvement
Region I conference keynote speaker: 2022; Region I conference presenter: 2021; Region III conference presenter: 2017–19; Region III conference attendee: 2017–19, 2021
Divisional ACTE involvement
Presented during the Administration Division session at VISION: 2021; invited to discuss CTE information technology high school internship program
State ACTE involvement
State ACTE vice president for external relations: 2019–2020; Ohio ACTE conference presenter: 2018; Indiana ACTE conference presenter: 2016–18; Indiana ACTE conference attendee: 2020; Missouri ACTE conference presenter: 2020; Alaska ACTE conference presenter: 2020
Other CTE involvement
National Alliance for Partnerships in Equity member, 2019–present; Future of Education Technology Conference lead presenter: 2018; provided support during the Writing and Revising Interventions to Excel (WRITE) project with Dale Cope, the University of Kansas: 2020
Application summary
Currently, my administrative position involves ensuring equitable access for all students to earn certifications, credentials, and dual credits while pursuing their CTE pathway. This allows me to use my ACTE experiences to build better connections to advance our students. My passions lie in exposing students to industry partners, connecting all students to work-based learning experiences, and supporting their abilities to successfully network and assess their own progress. Additionally, I have spent the last decade supporting CTE educators with articles, blogs, videos, and webinars, all dedicated to demonstrating the most effective, research-based instructional practices to provide equity in learning and ways to develop student voice and efficacy. My commitment to leadership and to promoting career and technical education on all levels highlights my intentional focus on how the role of administrators can be used to effect transformative change.
Platform statement
As an active ACTE member for nearly a decade, I am excited about the possibilities that lie ahead for CTE students. We are clearly at a crossroads today, where CTE outcomes are being noticed and showcased. As the Administration Division Vice President, I would be dedicated to advocating for our models of education and demonstrate how CTE concentrators enable students to align with the workforce needs for the future. I propose creating models of excellence that can be shared within each state to support regional and local expansion of CTE programs. In addition, I would collect, create, and share best practice models that demonstrate innovative methods for promoting student connections, skill development and content knowledge. As an administrator and leadership student, I understand that we need to focus media attention, deliberately and consistently, on increasing awareness, aspiration, opportunity, and attainment for all students. This is the only way to reach postsecondary success for all. We continue the work toward postsecondary success being defined by certifications, licenses, apprenticeships, and credentials, alongside the traditional pathway of a four-year degree.
Counseling & Career Development Division Vice President-Elect
Brooke Kusch
Region: IV
Division: Counseling and Career Development (CCD)
Occupation: Career counselor
Employment history
Career counselor, Autry Technology Center: 2019–present; family and consumer sciences instructor, Drummond Public Schools: 2009–2019
Education
M.Ed., Southwestern Oklahoma State University; M.S., Oklahoma State University; B.S.Ed., University of Central Oklahoma
National ACTE involvement
Bylaws committee member: 2014–19; VISION presenter: 2011, 2013, 2016; VISION attendee: 2011–14; 2016–2021; National Policy Seminar attendee: 2022
Regional ACTE involvement
Resolutions committee member: 2022–present; conference attendee: 2012, 2019
Divisional ACTE involvement
Counseling and Career Development policy committee member: 2021–present; Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) Education Division executive committee: 2014–19; FCS Education Division nominating committee chair: 2017–19; FCS Education Division public relations committee member: 2012–14
State ACTE involvement
Oklahoma ACTE (OkACTE) president: 2019–2020; OkACTE Counseling and Career Development Division president-elect: 2021–22; OkACTE mutual benevolence board member: 2019–2022; Oklahoma CareerTech Administrative Council chair, 2020-2021
Other CTE Involvement
Oklahoma Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America Alumni and Associates chair: 2014–15;
Oklahoma State University College of Human Sciences advisory board member: 2017–19; co-chaired CTE advocacy days at the state capitol
Application summary
Career and technical education has had a significant impact on my life, having been actively involved as a career and technical student organization member and officer and now CTE educator and counselor for over two decades. Serving ACTE both on the state and national levels has allowed me to grow as leader and continue advocate for career and technical education. Serving as vice president of the Counseling and Career Development Division will allow me the opportunity to continue building upon the programs developed under past leadership. I believe that a strong network of CTE professionals is vital for the success of our Association. My experience, coupled with my passion for CTE, will allow me to serve the members of not only my division but the entire Association.
Platform statement
Career development is a lifelong process. Serving as vice president of the Counseling and Career Development Division, I will continue collaborating with members, developing partnerships, and growing our division to serve the needs of our diverse CCD membership. Members of our division play an important role in recognizing that each student, regardless of background, possesses unique interests and goals, which will lead to their future endeavors. It is imperative that advocacy for CTE continue so there is access and awareness to the high-quality CTE programs offered by our members, educators, and administrators.
The CCD Division has developed new programs under the leadership of Vice President Teresa Gibbons. I would continue to build upon those programs to form a strong network of CTE professionals throughout the association. With over a two decades of service, I believe that I bring a unique perspective on to how to cultivate relationships, align resources, and advocate for CTE.
Nora Zollweg
Region: V
Division: Counseling and Career Development (CCD)
Occupation: Student services coordinator
Employment history
Student services coordinator, West Sound Technical Skills Center: 2011–present; adjunct faculty, Western Washington University: 2008–2011; office coordinator, special programs, Bremerton School District: 2008–2011; office coordinator, career and technical education, Bremerton High School: 2004–08; clerical assistant, career and technical education, Central Kitsap School District: 2001–04
Education
M.S.Ed., Western Governors University; M.S., Chapman University; M.A. certification, Chapman University; B.A., Western Washington University; A.A., Olympic College
National ACTE involvement
VISION attendee: 2016–2022; National Policy Seminar attendee: 2017, 2022; award winner, Counseling and Career Development Professional Award: 2020
Regional ACTE involvement
Awards committee chair: 2022; awards committee member: 2020–22; Region V fellow: 2022–22; Region V conference presenter: 2021–22; conference attendee: 2020–22; award winner, Region V Counseling & Career Development Professional Award: 2019
Divisional ACTE involvement
Awards committee member: 2021–present
State ACTE Involvement
Washington ACTE president: 2021–22; legislative chair: 2021–22; Washington ACTE president-elect: 2020–21; foundation/awards/membership/engagement chair: 2020–21; board member: 2014–present
Other CTE involvement
Washington Association for Career Counseling and Employment Readiness (WA-CCER) past president: 2019–2020; WA-CCER president: 2015–19; WA-CCER president-elect: 2014–15; WA-CCER secretary: 2011–14; membership and awards chair: 2010–13
Application summary
This application outlines my previous ACTE positions and experiences which I believe qualify me for the vice president-elect position in the Counseling and Career Development Division of ACTE.
Career and technical education and the students who take CTE classes are my passion. And I believe this is why I have succeeded in my current position. CTE matters, and the students deserve counseling professionals that understand their academic, employability, and social and emotional needs. The CCD Division is a perfect place for professionals to increase their knowledge in these areas and prepare to serve CTE students to the best of their ability. As vice president-elect of this division I can create and support a team that will make this possible.
Platform statement
I believe our focus needs to be on creating a high-quality division that increases membership through building relationships with one another, by providing diverse, high quality professional development that meets the needs of our members, and by creating opportunities to serve our students and to support each other along the way.
It’s time we move away from feeling like we live in silos and instead grow by working together as a team. Our students need us, and we need each other. Together we can create a synergy that will surpass our individual efforts.
Counseling and career development is my chosen pathway, something that I’ve spent years training to do. I have the academic background and hands-on experience to lead this amazing group of professionals. I have successfully lead CTE teams at local, state and regional levels. I would like nothing more than the chance to lead and support you and to create something amazing together as your division vice president.
Does she plan to attend this year? If yes we can update to 2022
Postsecondary, Adult & Career Development Education Division Vice President-Elect
Rana McVay
Region: IV
Division: Postsecondary, Adult and Career Education (PACE)
Occupation: Assistant director, business and industry services (BIS)
Employment history
Assistant director, BIS, Tulsa Technology Center: 2021–present; BIS manager, Tulsa Technology Center: 2020–21; BIS project coordinator, Tulsa Technology Center: 2016–2020; transition specialist, Tulsa Public Schools: 2011–16; business information technology education instructor, Edison High School, Tulsa Public Schools: 2001–2011
Education
M.A., Southern Nazarene University; B.S.Ed., Northeastern State University
National ACTE involvement
Inclusion, Access, Equity & Diversity task force member: 2019–present; VISION presenter: 2021;
VISION attendee: 2018–2021; National Policy Seminar attendee: 2021–22; The Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence judge/consultant: 2021–22
Regional ACTE involvement
Conference presenter: 2011; conference attendee: 2019, 2021–22
Divisional ACTE involvement
Diversity action committee member: 2017–present; conference attendee: 2018–19, 2021–22; award winner, Excellence Award: 2022
State ACTE involvement
Oklahoma ACTE (OkACTE) president: 2020–22; conference attendee: 1997–present
Other: As president of OkACTE, I attended and was an active member of several committees, including the executive committee, diversity action committee, membership services committee, and the political action committee. Further, I participated in the process of developing our state’s legislative agenda and attended events that discussed legislative updates associated with CTE.
Other CTE involvement
Oklahoma Association of Minorities in Career in Technology Education (OAMCTE) president: 2010–11, 2018–19; OAMCTE secretary: 1999–2005; OAMCTE scholarship chair for four years
Application summary
I am passionate about career & technical education. Because of my passion, colleagues and friends have seen leadership qualities in me that I didn’t see in myself. They have believed in my work ethic, and I’ve been able to hone in on the values and strengths that I bring to the ACTE organization. I want to serve, and I want to be able to give back to an institution that has had a profound effect on my life. I don’t know what my future holds, but I’m certain that it involves the work that allows me to have a positive influence on those that I meet and represent.
I hope that, when I retire from my education career, those who tell my story will say that my actions lined up with my words, and that I genuinely cared about their success.
Platform statement
To serve as vice president-elect for the PACE Division provides an opportunity to have influence that reaches the entire ACTE organization. I would like to take advantage of the opportunity to grow, the opportunity to learn, the opportunity to advocate, the opportunity to encourage others, the opportunity to support, the opportunity to serve, and the opportunity to lead. As vice president-elect, I’ll strive to do all of these things with grace. If I’ve done those things in a way that best represents the ACTE institution, I’ve accomplished what I’ve set out to do.
Shawn Freie
Region: IV
Division: Postsecondary, Adult and Career Education (PACE)
Occupation: Small business management coordinator/incubator manger
Employment history
Small business management coordinator/business incubator manager, Caddo Kiowa Technology Center: 2006–present; agriculture education instructor, Cyril Public Schools: 2004–06; extension coordinator, Meridian Technology Center: 2000–04; agriculture education instructor, Medford Public School: 1995–2000; agriculture education instructor, Moore High School, 1992–95
Education
M.Ed., Oklahoma State University; B.S.Ed.,Oklahoma Panahandle State University
National ACTE involvement
National Leadership Fellowship Program participant: 2018; VISION presenter: 2018; VISION attendee: 1993, 2018–19, 2021; National Policy Seminar (NPS) attendee: 2018
Regional ACTE Involvement:
Conference attendee: 2014, 2019; conference host state co-chair: 2019
Divisional ACTE Involvement:
Awards committee chair 2021–present; awards committee member 2016–present; award winner, PACE Ambassador of the Year: 2019; award winner, Economic Development Award: 2021; delivered ECMC Foundation presentation for PACE awards: 2021
State ACTE Involvement:
Oklahoma ACTE (OkACTE) Postsecondary, Adult and Career Education Division (OkPACE) president: 2019; OkPACE board member: 2015–present; OkPACE mutual benevolence committee member: 2021–22; OkACTE Agricultural Education (AG) Division board member: 1999; OkACTE secretary; CareerTech Advisory Council member: 2018–19; award winner, OkACTE AG Outstanding New Member: 1996
Application summary
I have passion for career and technical education that started when I was an agriculture education student and continued as I became an AG instructor. From reaping the benefits as a student and realizing the profound impact CTE has, my passion blossomed into a 30-year commitment serving CTE. Currently, I serve as the small business coordinator and business incubator manager at Caddo Kiowa Technology Center. In my professional career, I have remained very active in both divisions I served. I had the honor of serving as OkPACE president, and chaired the following OkPACE committees: awards, mutual benevolence, and conference planning. I currently am chair of ACTE PACE awards committee, and have previously been a committee member. Further, I completed the ACTE fellowship program in 2018. I have had many opportunities in my leadership roles and gleaned information in attendance of the NPS and VISION conferences.
Platform statement
For anything to span the test of time, growth and participation are foundational. As PACE vice president-elect, I want to focus on membership growth/retention and active membership participation. My objective is to grow membership within each state’s PACE Division and cultivate divisions in states that do not have PACE. Bringing postsecondary career professionals together with a common denominator — ACTE PACE — will only make CTE and the Association stronger. To do this, we must activate members’ participation and mentorship, growing member involvement that bridges state lines and connects CTE professionals from coast to coast. In order to retain members, it is important to provide quality member value and belonging to ACTE, creation of additional member benefits, and member recognition. All of this will, in turn, create a recruiting tool for the division. Visibility of membership is a must for sustainment, and in doing so we can strategically join all states together unifying CTE.