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ACTE is the largest national education association serving thousands of professionals dedicated to the advancement of education that prepares youth and adults for successful careers. ACTE can help you grow as a CTE professional in New Jersey via National ACTE – your professional development and advocacy association for CTE. Our members represent all facets of career and technical education (CTE) and include:
Secondary and middle school CTE teachers and administrators
Postsecondary CTE instructors, faculty, administrators and deans
Guidance counselors
Students studying to become CTE educators
Federal and state government education professionals
Nonprofit organizations active in the advancement of CTE
Corporations working with CTE programs and educators on workplace skills
Membership Has its Rewards
Individual membership is $100* and includes access to both New Jersey and National ACTE benefits.
*Division dues may vary.
Professional Development
Get access to high quality professional development to enrich your curriculum and advance your career. Join 3,500+ CTE professionals for ACTE’s CareerTech VISION.
Advocacy
Influence CTE-related legislation and funding, drive economic development, and voice your policy priorities at local, state and national levels.
Networking
Whether it’s online or in person, cultivate a knowledgeable network for sharing and exchanging ideas.
News & Updates
Receive a subscription to Techniques magazine and ACTE News, Legislative Alerts, Career Tech Update, STEM SmartBrief and more.
Professional Recognition
Achieve national recognition through state, regional, and national ACTE awards programs honoring the most distinguished CTE educators and programs.
Peace of Mind
Group life and AD&D insurance and professional liability coverage.
Discounts
Member-exclusive discounts for ACTE events and countless CTE products.
Career Readiness
Check out ACTE’s online Job Bank to help you find new and exciting work.
CTEANJ News and Updated
2022-2023 CTEANJ Meeting Dates
September 14, 2022
Executive Committee Virtual 3:30pm
October 12, 2022
Membership In-person 5-7pm
Town & Country Diner, Bordentown, NJ
Sponsor-Universal Technical Institute (UTI)
Presenter-Rob Henken, Career Advisor, UTI
Presenter-Kevin Gero, Regional Director, UTI
November 10/11, 2022
NJEA CONVENTION
December 7, 2022
Executive Committee In-person 5-7pm
Town & Country Diner, Bordentown, NJ
Sponsor-Rizzieri Aveda School
Presenter-Victoria Sceia, Admissions Director
January 11, 2023
Executive Committee Virtual 3:30pm
March 15, 2023
Membership In-person 5-7pm
Town & Country Diner, Bordentown, NJ
Sponsor-Automotive Training Center (ATC)
Presenter-Samantha Mantegna, Admissions, ATC
Presenter-Dr. Derek Shendell, Director, Rutgers, NJ Safe Schools
May 3, 2023
Membership In-person 5-7pm
Town & Country Diner, Bordentown, NJ
Sponsor-CareerSafe
Presenter-Sharyn Fisher, Account Executive
Member Resources
CTEANJ 2020 Wiiliam M. Devonald Scholarship
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New Jersey ACTE Key Players
John Hillard (2022-2023)
CTEANJ President
Retired
jvhillard74@yahoo.com
Felicia L. Brown (2022-2023)
CTEANJ Past President
Trenton Central HS
fbrown@trenton.k12.nj.us
Patricia DiGioia-Laird (2022-2023)
CTEANJ Corresponding Secretary
NJ FCCLA
njfccla@gmail.com
Robert Carson (2022-2023)
CTEANJ Vice-President Program
Burlington Township High School
rcarson@burltwpsch.org
Fathiyyah Salaam (2022-2023)
CTEANJ Vice-President Membership
East Orange Board of Ed
fathiyyah.salaam@eastorange.k12.nj.us
Ms. Robyn Kay (2022-2023)
CTEANJ Recording Secretary
CASE Digital Learning Coordinator
rlkay@verizon.net
Chris Gehringer (2022-2023)
CTEANJ Treasurer
Delsea Regional HS
cgehringer@delsearegional.us