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As President of the Florida Career Pathways Network, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the 2018 Florida Career Pathways Network (FCPN) Symposium. We are excited that you joined us in the beautiful Jupiter Beach Resort, in the northeast corner of Palm Beach County.

Our organization is a true collaboration of outstanding educators and business partners from across the state of Florida, who strive to ensure students at every level can be prepared to enter a wide variety of industries, and meet their career goals.

During your time at the symposium, I encourage you to participate in the general sessions, attend the Best Practice presentations and network among colleagues. The relationships that you build and strengthen at this symposium can create an everlasting impact on student achievement.

Enjoy the Symposium!

Chris JargoPresident, Florida Career Pathways Network (FCPN)

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Wednesday January 10, 2018

Pre–conference (Pompano) —Necessary Skills Now

FCPN Board Prep Meeting (Manatee)

Conference Check-In (North Gallery)

FCPN General Board Meeting (Manatee)

Networking (Terrace)

12:30 – 4:00 p.m.

1:00 – 3:00 p.m.

2:00 – 6:00 p.m.

3:00 – 5:00 p.m.

6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Thursday January 11, 2018

Conference Check-In for New Arrivals (North Gallery)

“Good Morning” Gathering (Ambonsail)

Welcome and Opening Session (Ambonsail)

7:30 – 11:30 a.m.

7:30 – 8:15 a.m.

8:30 – 9:30 a.m.

Welcome & Pledge of Allegiance Chris Jargo, PresidentFlorida Career Pathways Network

National GreetingsHope Cotner, Vice President—U.S. Projects Center for Occupational Research and Development (CORD)

Local GreetingsJean Wihbey, VP Workforce DevelopmentPalm Beach State College

FLDOE Updates Lisa D. Williams, M.Ed. | Program Specialist IV | Adult Education

Breakout Session 1 9:45 – 10:30 a.m.


“Best Practices” Awards Luncheon (Ambonsail)

Presentation of the 2018 Florida Career Pathways Best Practice Awards

11:30 – 1:00 p.m.

General Session: Creating the Buzz

Keynote Speaker Mitch Rosin, International Education & Workforce Consultant

1:00 – 1:45 p.m.

Breakout Session 3 2:00 – 2:45 p.m.

Afternoon Break 2:45 – 3:00 p.m.

Breakout Session 4 3:00 – 3:45 p.m.

FridayJanuary 12, 2018

“Good Morning” Gathering (Ambonsail) 7:30 – 8:25 a.m.



Closing Session (Ambonsail)

Speaker Jackson Destine, 2017 National Winner Wendy’s Heisman Atlantic Community High School, Delray Beach

10:20 – 11:15 a.m.

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breakout session 210:45 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

Business Partner Program

Presenter(s): Julius Guerra / Gethro Monestime / Charles Charlestin, South Tech Academy, Palm Beach County

Room: Pompano

How to Make Over a Million Dollars in CAPE Funding

Presenter(s): Michael Carbenia, Director / Vashitie Setiz, Program Specialist, St. Lucie Public Schools

Room: Lighthouse (2nd Floor)

Collaborative Learning

Presenter(s): Rachel Charson, LPN, Medical Academy Instructor, South Tech Schools, Palm Beach County

Room: Marlin

Robotics: A Tool For Integrating STEM Disciplines

Presenter(s): Marilyn Barger, Executive Director, Florida Advanced Technological Education Center (FLATE) / Elizabeth E. Simpson, Lead Magnet Teacher, Middleton HS

Room: Marlin

Connecting STEM From Kindergarten to Careers

Presenter(s): Rachelle Sole, Elementary STEM Resource Specialist

Room: Dolphin

The National External Diploma Program

Presenter(s): Mitch Rosin, National Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment Systems (CASAS) Consultant / Margaret Kirkpatrick, CASAS NEDP Director

Room: Pompano

Structured Dual Enrollment Pathway—Guiding Our Learners

Presenter(s): Suzanne Legg , CEO, Dayspring Academy / John Legg, CFO, Dayspring Academy, Former K–12 FL Senate Education Chair

Room: Inlet (2nd floor)

Grant Writing As a Method To Build School Culture

Presenter(s):Meghan Hess Shamdasani, Science Department Chair and Grant Writer / Jacqueline Sonara, Literacy Coach and Grant Writer South Tech Schools, Palm Beach County

Room: Manatee



CTE Effective Advisory Boards

Presenter(s): Annie Clasen, District Resource Teacher

Room: Dolphin

Breakout Sessions

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breakout session 43:00 p.m.–3:45 p.m.

Collaboration and Student Success

Presenter(s): Janet Cauble, Career Specialist / Jennifer Wills, Recruiter / Briana Kelley, Workforce Advisor, Putnam County School District

Room: Marlin

Collaboration for Seamless Pipeline Development

Presenter(s): John Havlik, Career Awareness Committee from NCCER / Marlin Vaughn, Incoming Chair from Reedy Creek Power (Disney) / Maureen Capp, Education Chair, Palm Beach State College Florida Energy Workforce Consortium (FEWC)

Room: Dolphin

Industry Certification—Full Pathway

Presenter(s): Mindy Howa, Certiport Territory Manager / Lori Monson, Certiport Senior Director K-12 / Sonia Samaroo, Miami Dade County Public Schools, Division of Career and Technical Education

Room: Manatee

Internships and Meaningful Career Experiences

Presenter(s): Patricia Breeding Coordinator, Career Development / Shannon Latimer, Coordinator NAF / Kimberly Christiansen, Coordinator PLTW Orange County Public Schools

Room: Pompano

The New Smart: What Educators Need to Know...1–2–7

Presenter(s): Dr. Steven Coyle, National Director Counselor and Academic Relationships

Room: Lighthouse (2nd floor)

You Do You

Presenter(s): Sally A. Harris, School Board Member, Hillsborough County


Factors Affecting Engineering Technology Pathways—Sharing Real Students’ Perspectives to Help Increase Recruitment and Retention in your Program

Presenter(s): Danielly Orozco-Cole, Associate Director, Florida Advanced Technological Educational Center (FLATE) / Dr. Marilyn Barger, Executive Director, PI

Room: Manatee

Preparing Workforce for the Cyber Physical Industrial Revolution

Presenter(s): Dr. Chrysanthos Panayiotou, Executive Director, Center for Laser and Fiber Optics Education, National Science Foundation Advanced Technological Education

Room: Marlin

Success Strategies for Implementing Industry Certification Courses

Presenter(s): Sara Corvil, Grant Program Coordinator / Dr. Becky Mercer / John D. Morris / Jenny Posadas, Palm Beach State College


Teaching Patient Care To Today’s Students with Hands–On Learning Methods

Presenter(s): Seth Short, Account Manager, Realityworks, Inc. (Vendor Showcase)

Room: Pompano

Stackable Credentials for Career Pathways

Presenter(s): Sandy Mead, Director of Workforce Development, MedCerts (Vendor Showcase)

Room: Dolphin


breakout session 32:00 p.m.–2:45 p.m.

Differentiated Instruction in the CTE Classroom

Presenter(s): Christopher Simmons, Ph.D., Education Consultant, Goodheart–Wilcox


Breakout Sessions


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Pathways to Apprenticeship

Presenter(s): Bradley Kibbe, Executive Director, Florida Masonry Apprentice and Educational Foundation

Room: Dolphin

Transforming Lives Through Education

Presenter(s): Kathy Bonner, Director, Career Source / Sandra Caruso, Executive Director, HEROES Foundation of America


March2Success: On-line Test Preparation Program

Presenter(s): SFC Coty Benson / SFC Kristopher Janke, U.S. Army

Room: Pompano

South Tech Adult Education

Presenter(s): Neil Breault, ABC/STA Liason / Eric Messmer, South Tech Academy

Room: Inlet (2nd Floor)

“Great Idea! But Who’s Gonna Pay For That?” Alternative Funding For As Program Tuition

Presenter(s):Christine Honeycutt, District Director, Perkins and Career and Technical Education Support Services, Workforce Education / Nicole Holoboff, Senior Specialist, Career and Technical Education Student Success, Workforce Education / Ian Ferguson, Senior Specialist, Career and Technical Education Student Success, Workforce Education

Room: Pompano



Planning Matters: Ensuring Every Student Leaves High School with a Meaningful Plan

Presenter(s): John Ruby, Future Plans USA (Vendor Showcase)


Online Curriculum for Every CTE Classroom

Presenter(s): Mark Johnson, CEV Multimedia (Vendor Showcase)

Room: Dolphin

The Art of the Crosswalk

Presenter(s): Terrance Moore, Moore Solutions Incorporated —MSI (Vendor Showcase)

Room: Marlin

Plan for Success

Presenter(s): Chris Moore, Goodheart-Wilcox Publisher (Vendor Showcase)

Room: Inlet (2nd Floor)

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Credit for Prior Learning: Fast and Furious Way to Degree Completion

Presenter(s): Myrline Sterling, Ian Ferguson / Sheelah Franck, Broward College-Workforce Education and Economic Development

Room: Marlin

Breakout Sessions

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Breakout Sessions Thursday January 11, 2018

Breakout Session 1

CTE Effective Advisory Boards What makes an advisory board a true business partner? This workshop will focus on how to engage advisory boards with our career and technical programs/teachers. There will interactive discussions on how others partner with industry to develop work–based experiences for students.

Presenter(s): Annie Clasen, District Resource TeacherPathway(s): Secondary, Post–secondaryRoom: Dolphin

How to Make Over a Million Dollars in CAPE Funding How we look at our enrollment and CTE staff and increase CAPE Funding. Tips, Tricks, and Don’t Do That—all along the way.

Presenter(s): Michael Carbenia, Director, St. Lucie Public SchoolsPathway(s): SecondaryRoom: Lighthouse (2nd Floor)

Robotics: A Tool for Integrating STEM DisciplinesStudent robotic camps can be rich learning experiences for secondary students and still be engaging and fun. Using robotics in the classroom can also deeply engage students in STEM disciplines. After introductory remarks and a short introduction to robots and programming, participants will demonstrate what they have learned and engage in a sharing discussion about what can be learned and taught, how robotics can help make “coding” relevant, improve communication and teamwork skills. We will also cover some of the why’s of using robots in school and after school environments. A friendly closing “competition” will confirm participants’ learning gains.

Presenter(s): Marilyn Barger, Executive Director, Florida Advanced Technological Education Center (FLATE) / Elizabeth E. Simpson, Lead Magnet Teacher, Middleton HS Pathway(s): Secondary, Post–secondaryRoom: Marlin

Structured Dual Enrollment Pathway- Guiding our Learners Dayspring academy provides a unique structured dual enrollment program in partnership with Pasco Hernando State College that allows learners to earn industry certifications, an AA/AS, “mentorship program”, and a high school diploma concurrently. Dayspring targets low-income, at- risk learners.

Presenter(s): Suzanne Legg, CEO, Dayspring Academy / John Legg, CFO, Dayspring Academy, Former K–12 FL Senate Education ChairPathway(s): Post–secondaryRoom: Inlet (2nd Floor)

The National External Diploma Program The National External Diploma Program (NEDP) is a competency–based, high school equivalency program aligned to the Adult Education College and Career Readiness Standards. NEDP is a flexible, self-directed web-based program, overseen by approved agencies, where the reading, writing, math and workforce readiness skills of participants are assessed through a series of tasks to earn a High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma. Ideally suited for Workforce Agencies and Adult Education participants who work independently online and meet with an advisor/assessor on a regular basis.

Presenter(s): Mitch Rosin, National Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment Systems (CASAS) Consultant / Margaret Kirkpatrick, CASAS NEDP DirectorPathway(s): SecondaryRoom: Pompano

Breakout Session 2

Business Partner Program The RealSteps Leadership Club mission is to develop relationships with the local business community for the school’s business partner program, as well as enhance leadership & business skills in students that companies and future employers find valuable. This is accomplished by providing business education and soft skills training, to students after school, that employers have unanimously said are needed prior to hiring new employees.

Presenter(s): Julius Guerra / Gethro Monestime / Charles Charlestin, South Tech Academy, Palm Beach CountyPathway(s): SecondaryRoom: Inlet (2nd Floor)

Collaborative Learning Collaborative learning is an educational approach to teaching that involves groups of students working together to solve a problem, complete a task, or create a product. To accomplish this process, the students at South Tech Schools (South Tech Academy High and South Tech Prep Middle) are learning Medical Skills and Anatomy, as well as Physiology and Disease simultaneously. They learn the theory portion in a traditional classroom setting, and then come together to learn and practice the clinical portion in a model clinical hospital setting at the high school, or in the 3-D Computer lab at the middle school otherwise, known as our Z space lab.

Presenter(s): Rachel Charson, LPN, Medical Academy Instructor, South Tech Schools, Palm Beach CountyPathway(s): SecondaryRoom: Marlin

Connecting STEM from Kindergarten to CareersLearn how Osceola introduces Career Pathways and STEM practices as early as Pre-K, and makes connections up through the secondary and post-secondary level.

Presenter(s): Rachelle Sole, Elementary STEM Resource SpecialistPathway(s): Secondary, Post–secondary, ElementaryRoom: Dolphin

Grant Writing as a Method to Build School CultureWhen South Tech formed its Grant Writing Committee in 2015, the intent was to secure sources of funding for classrooms, as well as professional development and overall school improvement. In working towards that goal, we discovered that the act of writing these grants required us to meet with teachers outside our subject area, to visit classrooms, and to learn the different CTE standards. Our writing had the unintended effect of increasing our morale and building stronger relationships between our different programs. Students and teachers alike now approach us with ideas for projects in their classrooms, allowing us to build not only a revenue stream for the school but also a positive school culture founded on respect and admiration. Grant writing has become the best professional development we have undertaken.

Presenter(s): Meghan Hess Shamdasani, Science Department Chair and Grant Writer / Jacqueline Sonara, Literacy Coach and Grant Writer, South Tech Schools, Palm Beach CountyPathway(s): SecondaryRoom: Lighthouse (2nd Floor)


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Breakout Session 3

Differentiated Instruction in the CTE Classroom This presentation will address differentiated instruction in the CTE classroom. Participants will discuss overcoming barriers that students and teachers face, reflect on their own teaching styles, and understand differentiated instruction with a focus on the process and purposeful planning.

Presenter(s): Christopher Simmons, Ph.D., Education Consultant, Goodheart–WilcoxPathway(s): SecondaryRoom: Lighthouse (2nd Floor)

Factors Affecting Engineering Technology Pathways— Sharing Real Students’ Perspectives to Help Increase Recruitment and Retention in your Program The purpose of this session is to present the results of a NSF sponsored survey that will help educators, counselors, and career pathways representatives to understand how learning, interests, family, and employment (LIFE) experiences of two-year college students in Florida impact their decisions to enroll, and return for further coursework. This session will include the presentation of the survey, preliminary findings, and will end with breakout sessions to discuss how targeted research findings can be applied to program development, and career pathways best practices. We will ultimately share strategies that will result in the increase of career recruitment and retention.

Presenter(s): Danielly Orozco-Cole, Associate Director Florida Advanced Technological Educational Center (FLATE) / Dr. Marilyn Barger, Executive Director, PIPathway(s): Post–secondaryRoom: Manatee

Preparing Workforce for the Cyber Physical Industrial Revolution Today’s world is in the early stages of a new technological revolution that is fundamentally changing the way we live and work. Convergence of modern technologies enable development of cyber -physical systems that increase industrial productivity and, ultimately, the country’s economic growth and prosperity. Automated manufacturing fueled by high-speed fiber optic connectivity and integrated laser systems demands a new kind of workforce. This presentation will provide an overview of the 21st century technical workforce skills and discuss resources available through the NSF ATE Center for Laser and Fiber Optics Education that are necessary to foster this critical talent pipeline.

Presenter(s): Dr. Chrysanthos Panayiotou, Executive Director, Center for Laser and Fiber Optics Education, National Science Foundation Advanced Technological EducationPathway(s): Secondary, Post–secondary, Adult Education, MilitaryRoom: Marlin

Stackable Credentials for Career Pathways A workshop on the benefits of “stackable credentials,” including career fields of Healthcare, Information Technology, Manufacturing, Construction, Customer Service and Hospitality. We will provide “THE PLAN” to help your client/student understand the next steps for their career path.

Presenter(s): Sandy Mead, Director of Workforce Development, MedCerts (Vendor Showcase)Pathway(s): Secondary, Post–secondary, Adult EducationRoom: Dolphin

Success Strategies for Implementing Industry Certification Courses Are you having difficulty recruiting students for industry certification courses? Are finances an obstacle to enrollment for your students? At Palm Beach State College, we have successfully implemented Certified Production Technician (CPT) certification course. The CPT credential is offered through the Manufacturing Skills Standards Council (MSSC) and is nationally recognized for setting the industry standards for safety, quality measurement, manufacturing processes, and maintenance awareness for front line production workers and technicians. Whether it’s CPT or any other industry certification, this workshop will provide attendees with strategies to help your institution personalize recruitment efforts on and off campus, and yield increased enrollment and passing rates. Participants will also learn more about aligning industry certifications with academic and workforce degree curricula.

Presenter(s): Sara Corvil, Grant Program Coordinator / Dr. Becky Mercer, / John D. Morris / Jenny Posadas, Palm Beach State CollegePathway(s): Post–secondaryRoom: Inlet (2nd Floor)

Teaching Patient Care to Today’s Students with Hands–On Learning Methods Learn why hands–on learning methods work for today’s learner and how health occupations instructors can use them to grab students’ attention, engage them with active learning methods and leave them ready for success in a growing field. Best practices for selecting and implementing these tools will also be shared.

Presenter(s): Seth Short, Account Manager, Realityworks, Inc. (Vendor Showcase)Pathway(s): Secondary, Post–secondary, Adult EducationRoom: Pompano

Breakout Session 4

Collaboration and Student Success Our presentation will discuss effective methods in collaborating with different schools and programs to educate students on their options, and aid them in choosing the best path for them. Further topics include: Florida Shines, career and interest inventories, industry certification, and scholarship searches.

Presenter(s): Janet Cauble PCSD, Career Specialist / Jennifer Wills, Recruiter / Briana Kelley, Workforce Advisor, Putnam County School District Pathway(s): Secondary, Post–secondary, Adult EducationRoom: Marlin

Collaboration for Seamless Pipeline DevelopmentThis session will discuss the importance of career and technical education and industry certifications as a pipeline and direct path to careers in industry.

Presenter(s): John Havlik, Career Awareness Committee from NCCER / Marlin Vaughn, Incoming Chair from Reedy Creek Power (Disney) / Maureen Capp, Education Chair from Palm Beach State College Florida Energy Workforce ConsortiumPathway(s): Secondary, Post–secondary, Adult Education, MilitaryRoom: Dolphin

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Industry Certification —Full Pathway Certiport industry recognized certifications are the global standard for academic preparedness and workforce readiness, enabling individuals of all backgrounds to develop the skills needed to succeed in today’s competitive, technology-driven world. For the greatest certification outcomes, Certiport recommends the full pathway approach—Learn. Practice. Certify.

Presenter(s): Mindy Howa, Certiport Territory Manager / Lori Monson, Certiport Senior Director K-12 / Sonia Samaroo, Miami Dade County Public Schools, Division of CTEPathway(s): Secondary, Post–secondary, Adult EducationRoom: Manatee

Internships and Meaningful Career ExperiencesThis session will focus on methods for using your advisory boards to generate and sustain quality internship experiences, as well as how to actively engage members in student centered activities.

Presenter(s): Patricia Breeding Coordinator, Career Development / Shannon Latimer, Coordinator NAF / Kimberly Christiansen, Coordinator PLTW, Orange County Public SchoolsPathway(s): SecondaryRoom: Pompano

The New Smart: What Educators Need to Know...1-2-7 The New Smart refers to the changing landscape in career education today. The best practice involves using the College Scorecard combined with the theory of 1-2-7 to give educators the tools necessary to advise students as they prepare for careers in the 21st Century. A student’s success is enhanced when encouraged to pick a career first, rather than picking a school first.

Presenter(s): Dr. Steven Coyle, National Director Counselor and Academic RelationshipsPathway(s): Secondary, Post–secondaryRoom: Lighthouse (2nd Floor)

You Do You Young people today want to do what they do best. They want a career where that they enjoy, have freedom with time and can advance in. They are more willing to work hard during the time they are at work, but when the day ends they are done. Their free time is very important to them. Our job is to help them make this selection and work on a business plan with goals.The goal of this presentation is to understand the new generation and what they are looking for when choosing their career and being successful. Knowing what is important to them and helping them make that selection for their future, while understanding industry needs and filling those needs, is essential. This session will also focus on working alongside districts to support this progressive path for our students, schools and workforce.

Presenter(s): Sally A. Harris, School Board Member, Hillsborough CountyPathway(s): Secondary, Post–secondary, Adult EducationRoom: Inlet (2nd Floor)

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Breakout Session 5

Credit for Prior Learning: Fast and Furious Way to Degree Completion Due to rising post-secondary education costs and the growth of non–traditional vocational programs, Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) has gained notoriety among colleges and universities as accelerated mechanisms for degree completion. This presentation will provide an understanding of Credit for Prior Learning and the use of prior learning assessments and articulation agreements. We will also provide tips for college advisors and admissions staff to identify potential CPL candidates and share how Broward College streamlined the CPL process—from identification to awarding of credit. Lastly, we will share how Broward College is expanding CPL to our corporate and community partners to increase retention and completion for non-traditional students.Presenter(s): Myrline Sterling / Ian Ferguson / Sheelah Franck, Broward College, Workforce Ed. and Economic DevelopmentPathway(s): Post–secondary, Adult Education, MilitaryRoom: Marlin

March2Success March 2 Success & ASVB Tools to Raise SAT/ACT Test Scores —Online, Standardized Test Preparation Course developed for the Army by e–learning industry leader Peterson’s, Inc. It is a free, no obligation tool to help high school students improve their performance on standardized tests by increasing math, science and English skills. Presenter(s): SFC Coty Benson / SFC Kristopher Janke, U.S. ArmyPathway(s): AllRoom: Pompano

Pathways to Apprenticeship This presentation will provide the vision for developing an articulated pathway from high school, DJJ, and DOC construction and pre–apprenticeship programs into various apprenticeship programs. The importance of partnerships, program of study development, and curriculum that leads to work–ready credentials is a critical component to this best practice.Presenter(s): Bradley Kibbe, Executive Director—Florida Masonry Apprentice and Educational FoundationPathway(s): Secondary, Post–secondary, ApprenticeshipRoom: Dolphin

South Tech Adult Education South Tech Adult Education provides its community with a variety of educational opportunities for adults. This presentation will explain South Tech’s course offerings as well as our new partnership with the Associated Builders and Contractors Institute. Presenter(s): Neil Breault, ABC/STA Liason / Eric Messmer, South Tech Academy Pathway(s): Post–secondaryRoom: Inlet (2nd Floor)

Transforming Lives through Education HEROES Foundation of America realizes that in today’s economy, the GED is not a sufficient credential to earn a living wage or to meet today’s economic challenges. This newly created, non–profit organization is committed to assisting GED students earn their diploma by eliminating barriers and paving the way for new opportunities as they transition to postsecondary education or the workforce. The Foundation will coach, guide and support students to achieve their goals and realize their dreams. This session will inform you of the services HEROES Foundation of America is providing to the community and inspire you and your organization to join their venture as they make a difference in the lives of GED students.Presenter(s): Kathy Bonner, Director, Career Source / Sandra Caruso, Executive Director, HEROES Foundation of AmericaPathway(s): Adult EducationRoom: Lighthouse (2nd Floor)

Breakout Session 6

“Great Idea! But Who’s Gonna Pay For That?” Alternative Funding for AS Program TuitionThis presentation will review under–utilized sources of tuition financing for Associate in Science and Technical Certificate students, and how to best utilize state and federal resources such as Career source, corporate funding, industry-specific scholarships and more. Presenter(s): Christine Honeycutt, District Director, Perkins and CTE Support Services / Nicole Holoboff, Senior Specialist, CTE Student Success / Ian Ferguson, Senior Specialist, CTE Student Success, Workforce Education Pathway(s): Post–secondaryRoom: Pompano

Plan for Success This presentation will address barriers teachers need to overcome in their classroom, the “process” to help close gaps for CTE students to achieve success in a CTE classroom, as well as review how to purposely plan your way to success.Presenter(s): Chris Moore, Goodheart–Wilcox Publisher (Vendor Showcase)Pathway(s): Secondary, Post-secondaryRoom: Inlet (2nd Floor)

Planning Matters: Ensuring Every Student Leaves High School with a Meaningful Plan States often require that all students develop a High School and Beyond Plan that includes a plan for what they will do following high school. With an average counselor to student ratio of approximately 500:1, how do Counselors make this happen in a way that will lead students to future success? Without a plan, students often face college debt, switching majors, and underemployment. Learn how an innovative college and career planning system recognized by Michelle Obama saves counselors and parents time while addressing these issues.Presenter(s): John Ruby, Future Plans USA (Vendor Showcase)Pathway(s): SecondaryRoom: Lighthouse (2nd Floor)

Online Curriculum for Every CTE ClassroomCome learn about CEV’s online curriculum resources for all CTE subject areas. Easy-to-use course management tools, such as automatic testing and grading and time–saving lessons plans, make classroom implementation a breeze, while thought-provoking student projects and interactive activities enhance student learning and retention. Through the completion of regular coursework, students can earn industry backed certifications. In-depth career exploration as well as college and career readiness lessons are also included in this all-encompassing curriculum resource.Presenter(s): Mark Johnson, CEV Multimedia (Vendor Showcase)Pathway(s): Secondary, Post–secondaryRoom: Dolphin

The Art of the Crosswalk How we bring industry certification exam objectives and Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) frameworks together into one course that gives students a well-rounded learning experience, while preparing them for the industry certification exam. Presenter(s): Terrance Moore, Moore Solutions Incorporated—MSI (Vendor Showcase)Pathway(s): Secondary, Post–secondaryRoom: Marlin

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Mitch Rosin, International Education & Workforce ConsultantMitch Rosin has worked in workforce/education/labor field for more than 30 years. After careers as a social worker and classroom teacher, he managed operations for two divisions of McGraw–Hill Education in the United States and lead Adult Education/Workforce/Training initiatives globally. He spent many years on the GED Advisory Board, created the TASC Assessment, and worked for the HiSET Exam. Currently, he consults for several organizations both in the United States and internationally including NAWB, Aztec Software, CASAS, Simply Grameen and several Adult Education Consortia in California. Mr. Rosin holds a Master of Arts in Education, a Master of Science in Curriculum Design and Development, and a Master of Science in International Public Policy.

thursday / january 11 / 2018Keynote Speaker

Jackson DestineThe night his uncle became a victim in a drive-by shooting was a somber wake up call for 12-year old Jackson Destine. At that point, he’d already been kicked out of school once and he had been involved in gang-related activity since the second grade. But in that tragic moment, Jackson committed to heeding his grandmother’s advice: “The only path to success is education,” she told him. And he determined to apply himself full force.

In 7th grade, Jackson began focusing on his grades and started playing sports, and his natural abilities surfaced right away. By the time he entered high school, he was enrolling in honors classes and competing in wresting, football, and track & field. Unfortunately, there was no discretionary income to pay his athletic fees. With the administrator’s approval and unwilling to give up on his outlet, Jackson started his own candy business selling sweets to kids at school to cover his athletic costs. Jackson quickly became a leader on every team he competes with and has set 15 school records. All while maintaining a 4.0 GPA and working another 20-hour/week job with the sole purpose to help his grandmother make ends meet.

Somehow, Jackson also finds time to write, record, and compose music. To him, it’s solace. To his school and community, it’s sheer inspiration. His original raps tell of his past experiences and send a message that young people have choices, even if they are growing up surrounded by crime, violence, and drugs. Jackson wrote and recorded his school’s official song as well as a song for Florida Governor Rick Scott’s Math Nation program. He performed both songs in front of the school board and local media, and was featured in The Palm Beach Post. Learning the impact his music has had on others led Jackson to volunteer with several community programs focused on youth and serve as senior class president. In everything he does, he proves that life’s circumstances do not define a person; grit, perseverance, and determination do.


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