Oregon ACTE

Oregon ACTE Conference Attendees

Welcome back! We hope you're having a great start to the school year.

At the 2025 Oregon ACTE Conference, we heard from our members that they wanted more year-round professional development. In response, we're providing you with an exclusive opportunity: yearlong access to the Catapult professional development portal.

Remember, your attendance at the conference was a direct investment in you and your continuing education. This year of access is a valuable part of that investment, and we want to make sure you get the most out of it.

Your first step is to check out the special video from keynote speaker Ken Shelton.

To access the portal and video:

1. Click the link below and sign in with the email you used for conference registration.

2. Select the current video or any of the previous ones.

3. Be sure to register for the live Q&A with Ken Shelton, which is happening on Thursday, September 18th at 3:30 PM PT.

Thank you for being a part of the Oregon ACTE community. We can't wait to see you at the Q&A!

LEARN, ASK, APPLY An Exclusive Live Q&A with Ken Shelton JOIN US ON THURSDAY, SEPT 18TH AT 3:30 PM PT

We have recently launched a new course in your Online Learning Center: CM143 – Building and Leading Effective CTE Advisory Boards

This course provides CTE program leaders with practical strategies for transforming advisory boards from compliance exercises into powerful tools for driving program success. It guides participants through the complete advisory board life cycle, from establishing foundations to measuring impact.

The content addresses the basics of board design and setup, goal-setting, recruiting, meeting management, and more. Participants learn to identify key stakeholders, establish clear expectations, engage members effectively, and implement strategic initiatives that enhance program quality.

Throughout the course, emphasis is placed on creating boards with meaningful industry connections that drive program success. By focusing on purposeful engagement rather than administrative requirements, the course helps CTE leaders develop boards that effectively bridge education and industry needs, ultimately improving student outcomes and program relevance.

Here is a direct link to the course: https://or.ctelearn.org/cm143

Once again, Oregon ACTE will be facilitating statewide awards to recognize excellence from throughout the state. Additionally, winners may move forward to both the regional and national level. The awards are:

• Teacher of the Year
• New Teacher of the Year
• Counseling and Career Development Professional of the Year
• Postsecondary Professional of the Year
• Administrator of the Year

We will open Oregon's nominations on October 1, and close nominations December 12.

Statewide data gives us the big picture, but the most powerful insights come from your own classroom and community. Looking at local numbers is a chance to celebrate the successes you’ve built and imagine even more possibilities for your students.

• Which groups of students are thriving in your CTE program?
• Where might there be opportunities to invite more voices, such as English Learners, students with disabilities, and other historically underserved students?
• What barriers could be turned into opportunities with the right support or partnerships?

Even small shifts in communication, instruction, or collaboration can open doors and help every student see themselves in CTE. Your work makes that possible! Thank you!