Meet Karin Davis


ACTE Family and Consumer Sciences Education Division Vice President
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Region: IV
Division: Family and Consumer Sciences Education
Occupation: Fashion and Design Instructor

Employment History
Fashion and design instructor, Tulsa Tech, 2013–present; family and consumer sciences teacher, Bixby Public Schools, 2008– 2013; family and consumer sciences teacher, Broken Arrow Public Schools, 2007–2008; family and consumer sciences teacher, Cushing Public Schools, 2006–2007

Education
Master of Science, family science, Oklahoma State University; Bachelor of Science, family and consumer sciences education, University of Central Oklahoma; Bachelor of Science, family relations, child development, individual and family community services, Oklahoma State University

National ACTE Involvement
NPS attendee: 2012; VISION attendee: 2010, 2012–2014, 2016, 2019–2020, 2023

Divisional ACTE Involvement
Secretary, 2022–2023; vice president of programs, 2014–2015; award winner: National Association Teachers of Family and Consumer Sciences Distinguished Service Award, 2022, NATFCS New Professional Award, 2011; conference presenter, 2016; conference attendee, 2010, 2012–2014, 2016, 2019–2020, 2023

State ACTE Involvement
Oklahoma ACTE CareerTech Administrative Council member, 2012–2013, 2019–2020; committee member, FCS representative: awards, 2021–2022, membership services, 2016–2019; conference presenter, 2022

Other CTE Involvement
Oklahoma Association of Teachers of Family and Consumer Sciences president, 2023–24, 2018–20, 2012–13; FCCLA board of directors member, 2015–2018; FCCLA competitive events advisory team member, 2016–2018, 2012–2014; Oklahoma FCS Day at the Capital co-organizer, 2019, 2016; FCCLA Alumni & Associates member; Oklahoma FCCLA Alumni & Associates member; American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences member; Oklahoma Association of Family and Consumer Sciences member

Platform Statement
As the FCS Education Division vice president-elect, my goal would be to advance the eld of FCS education and advocate for its importance in CTE. Here are some key objectives that I would want to accomplish:

  1. Advocacy and awareness: Promote the value and relevance of FCS education to policymakers, administrators, educators and the public. Advocate for increased funding and support for FCS programs at all levels.
  2. Professional development: Develop and provide PD opportunities for FCS educators, ensuring they have access to the latest research, best practices and resources. Foster a community of collaboration and knowledge-sharing among FCS professionals.
  3. Partnerships and collaboration: Forge partnerships with relevant organizations, industry and community leaders to enhance FCS education.
  4. Member engagement: Engage with members of the FCS division, listen to their needs and concerns, and provide opportunities for their input and involvement in shaping the direction of FCS education.
  5. Public relations and communication: Develop and implement effective communication strategies to showcase the accomplishments and impact of FCS education. Use various platforms, such as social media, newsletters and conferences. By focusing on these objectives, one can make a signicant impact advancing FCS education and ensuring its continued relevance and growth in the eld of CTE.