Are you teaching a new class but have no textbook, lesson plans, or curriculum maps? Do you need to give a current class an overhaul? Fall 2025 I found myself in this exact spot, a brand new class being offered across the state, but no curriculum provided. Come to a hands-on workshop to build the curriculum directly from your course competency using AI products.
Shanta’ Kemp taught for five years in Wellsville, KS, then left teaching to run a successful Pampered Chef business for 15 years. In 2016, she returned to the classroom via a long term substitute position at Ottawa High School that turned into a full-time position. Currently Shanta... Read More →
Monday July 20, 2026 10:45am - 11:35am CDT RC 24511190 Quivira Rd, Overland Park, KS 66210
What does it take to turn learners into job-ready professionals in today’s construction industry? This session breaks down the blueprint for success—covering curriculum design, experiential learning, employer collaboration, and program scalability—while highlighting how Kansas Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways can be leveraged to strengthen program alignment and student outcomes. Walk away with actionable strategies to build or enhance a program that delivers skilled, confident, and workforce-ready graduates.
Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Technology at Fort Hays State University. Lead professor in construction management and lead sponsor of Associated General Contractors student organization.
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT RC 24511190 Quivira Rd, Overland Park, KS 66210
Join us as we explore strategies to recruit and support special populations in your CTE pathways. You'll have the opportunity to see specific strategies being used at Maize Career Academy to successfully promote participation in all CTE pathways available at Maize USD #266 and Maize Career Academy.
The OSHA 10-Hour Credential of Value provides Kansas students with a strong foundation in workplace safety across multiple CTE pathways. This interactive session explores how schools can pair OSHA 10-Hour training with employability skills to strengthen workforce readiness and align instruction with employer expectations.
Participants will see brief classroom examples, engage in discussion, and reflect on an essential question: What are you currently using to teach safety in your classroom or lab? Attendees will leave with practical ideas they can apply immediately.
Justin Williamson is a Sales Executive with CareerSafe, where he works with school districts, technical colleges, and workforce development programs across the country to expand access to OSHA safety training and workforce readiness credentials. With 17 years of experience in education... Read More →
Tuesday July 21, 2026 8:45am - 9:35am CDT RC 24511190 Quivira Rd, Overland Park, KS 66210
Please join me to find out more about Pathway Changes for 26/27 School year, upcoming professional development opportunities, and upcoming cluster and pathway reviews.
Family and Consumer Science Program Consultant, KSDE
Family and Consumer Science Program Consultant at Kansas State Education Department. I was a Facs instructor for 20 years prior to my role at KSDE. My experience includes a small rural school, a large city school and suburban districts. I live in Topeka with my husband and my three... Read More →
Tuesday July 21, 2026 9:45am - 10:35am CDT RC 24511190 Quivira Rd, Overland Park, KS 66210
Free seminar to demystify checking accounts, budgeting, and credit scores.
This is a “no shame – no blame” seminar that gives actionable steps to raise your credit score.
Learn about the free self-guided financial tools available to teachers and students.
We offer a free one on one personal Financial Checkup (with a certified financial councilor) to all attendees without requiring that they become Mainstreet Credit Union members.
Business Development Officer, Mainstreet Credit Union
Kelly Main has worked at Mainstreet Credit Union for over 3 years in Business Development. She partners with other companies to give free financial education seminars to groups both large and small. These seminars focus on a "no shame/no blame" inclusive style that promotes discussion... Read More →
Community Relations Officer, Mainstreet Credit Union
Jillian is the Community Relations Officer for Mainstreet Credit Union where she has worked for three years. Her role is to educate others about the importance of financial literacy as well as build and maintain relationships with community members, school districts, and local businesses... Read More →
Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT RC 24511190 Quivira Rd, Overland Park, KS 66210
Is your high school accessible? We will review specific requirements for your school and will connect you with common issues in Kansas schools. This will be an interactive session during which we will look at building elements at Johnson County Community College to get a better idea about how to review your own schools.
