2026 K-ACTE Career Tech Summit: Full Schedule

Welcome to the K-ACTE Career Tech Summit 2026: Shaping the Next Generation of Workers!

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10:45am CDT

Rooted in Purpose: Growing Leaders the Kansas FCCLA Way

Monday July 20, 2026 10:45am - 11:35am CDT

This session is designed for FCCLA advisers who want to strengthen student leadership, chapter impact, and program sustainability through Kansas FCCLA. Participants will receive a comprehensive Kansas FCCLA state update, including current initiatives, program highlights, and upcoming opportunities for students and advisers.
Beyond updates, this session will focus on intentional program support, showcasing how FCCLA aligns with Family and Consumer Sciences curriculum, leadership development, and schoolwide goals. Attendees will leave with practical ideas for supporting FCCLA at the local level, increasing student engagement, and fostering strong partnerships between advisers and administrators.

Speakers

Shandi Andres

State Adviser, Kansas FCCLA

Shandi serves as the Kansas FCCLA State Adviser, where working alongside Family and Consumer Sciences professionals and FCCLA members is the highlight of her role. She is passionate about supporting leadership development and meaningful learning experiences for students across the... Read More →

Monday July 20, 2026 10:45am - 11:35am CDT
RC 221 11190 Quivira Rd, Overland Park, KS 66210

Concurrent Session

Affiliate KATFACS
Session Type Career & Technical Student Organizations (CTSO)
Subject Family & Consumer Sciences

10:45am CDT

Tips and Tricks for Successful Fundraising

Monday July 20, 2026 10:45am - 11:35am CDT

RC 255

Fundraising doesn't have to be complicated. Do it right so that you only have to worry about it once per year. Mr. Larison will share ideas and strategies that have helped his students build a fundraiser that exceeds $70,000 per year in sales and allows the FFA Chapter to give back to the community on a regular basis.

Speakers

Jacob Larison

Ag Ed Instructor, Riverton High Schools

Mr. Larison has taught Agricultural Education and has been an FFA Advisor for over 30 years, with the last 25 years at Riverton High School in Southeast Kansas.

Monday July 20, 2026 10:45am - 11:35am CDT
RC 255 11190 Quivira Rd, Overland Park, KS 66210

Concurrent Session

Affiliate KAAE
Session Type Career & Technical Student Organizations (CTSO)
Subject Agriculture

8:45am CDT

What is HOSA - Future Health Professionals?

Tuesday July 21, 2026 8:45am - 9:35am CDT

RC 255

Learn about HOSA as an international and state level organization, how to start a chapter, learn how HOSA can impact and benefit your health science classroom, and more!

Speakers

Tina Garetson

Health Career Promotions Program Manager, KUMC Area Health Education Center

Tina is the Health Career Promotion Program Manager for the KUMC Area Health Education Center (AHEC). She coordinates all AHEC health care exploration activities for the state of Kansas and is also the Kansas HOSA State Advisor. Prior to this position, Tina spent 15 years in education... Read More →

Tuesday July 21, 2026 8:45am - 9:35am CDT
RC 255 11190 Quivira Rd, Overland Park, KS 66210

Concurrent Session