Career and Technical Education Association of New Jersey
WHAT IS ACTE ?
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
Learn more about the comprehensive benefits of membership!
Membership has its rewards:
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 and 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. |
Individual membership is $100* and includes access to both New Jersey and National ACTE benefits.
*Division dues may vary.
Visit ACTE or call 1-800-826-9972 to join!
CTE in the Garden State- Read the New Jersey ACTE Fact Sheet.
CTEANJ NEWS AND UPDATES
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
New Jersey ACTE Key Players
| John Hillard (2022-2023) CTEANJ President Retired |
Felicia L. Brown (2022-2023) CTEANJ Past President Trenton Central HS |
| Patricia DiGioia-Laird (2022-2023) CTEANJ Corresponding Secretary NJ FCCLA |
Robert Carson (2022-2023) CTEANJ Vice-President Program Burlington Township High School |
| Fathiyyah Salaam (2022-2023) CTEANJ Vice-President Membership East Orange Board of Ed |
Ms. Robyn Kay (2022-2023) CTEANJ Recording Secretary CASE Digital Learning Coordinator |
| Chris Gehringer (2022-2023) CTEANJ Treasurer Delsea Regional HS |