D 230—232
Monday, November 12
9:00 a.m.
Cuyahoga County Ninth-grade Summer Academy
The ESC of Cuyahoga County, Cleveland Municipal and Bedford City explains how the Cuyahoga County Regional Ninth-grade Summer Academy targets 100 “academic middle” students in 12 districts to provide rigorous educational and college readiness opportunities on a college campus as they transition to ninth grade.
Speakers:
Jennifier Felker, assistant superintendent, ESC of Cuyahoga County
Jennifer Dodd, coordinator of research and planning, ESC of Cuyahoga County
Eric Gordon, CEO, Cleveland Metropolitan City
Felice Willis, director of secondary education,Bedford City
2:00 p.m.
Finding success at the Knox Virtual Academy
The Knox Virtual Academy is a nontraditional setting where students are guided toward behavior and academic success through a partnership between the Knox County ESC and Virtual Community School of Ohio. Learn how students who are enrolled in their home districts experience academic success and social enrichment in a fresh, flexible learning environment.
Speakers:
Timm Mackley, superintendent, Knox County ESC
Quinn Haas, principal, Knox Learning Center
3:45 p.m.
The “summit” — a journey
Strasburg-Franklin Local (Tuscarawas) and the Tuscarawas Chamber of Commerce describe the region’s exploration of college and career readiness — the planning, relationship building and commitment necessary to hold a regional meeting with the goal of developing relationships between the education and business communities so students have the skills to succeed after graduation.
Speakers:
Curtis Clough, superintendent, Strasburg-Franklin Local (Tuscarawas)
Scott Robinson, executive director, Tuscarawas Chamber of Commerce
Don Gibson, chairperson, Expansion and Retention Committee
Tuesday, November 13
9:00 a.m.
Improving your CT program for students
Perry Local (Stark) integrated medical, science, English and communication classes, along with a strong introduction to medical careers component, to make its College Medical Tech program outstanding. Learn how these concepts can be applied to any career-technical program.
Speakers:
Lori Howenstine, medical tech prep instructor, Perry Local (Stark)
Kelly Millin, medical tech prep instructor, Perry Local (Stark)
Jill Haglock, chemistry and anatomy instructor, Perry Local (Stark)
David Brothers, medical tech prep instructor/ board member,Perry Local (Stark) / Canton Local (Stark)
Jennifer Reese, assistant principal/CT director,Perry Local (Stark)
Andy McGee, CTE guidance counselor,Perry Local (Stark)
2:00 p.m.
Career-Technical Education Report Cards
Career-Technical Education (CTE) Report Cards are coming. What might the report card look like and what data will be included? How would the new rating system work? What impact could the report cards have on JVSDs and other districts with CTE programs? Join in a discussion with state and local CTE leaders.
Speakers:
Sharon Enright, associate director, Office of Career-Technical Education, ODE
Jerome Brockway, superintendent, Ashtabula County Technology and Career Center
Tom Applegate, OACTS executive director, Ohio Association of Career-Technical Superintendents
Nathan Bishko, director Excel TECC,Mayfield Excel TECC
3:45 p.m.
School and community college partnerships
In our IT-based economy, a high school diploma is no longer a sufficient final degree. Students need to be prepared to complete high school and make a transition to postsecondary education and careers. Youngstown City and the Eastern Gateway Community College discuss how local community colleges can help students transition successfully.
Speakers:
Dorothy Collins, director/Student Support Services/Educational Opportunity Center/Academic Advising, Youngstown City/Eastern Gateway Community College
Andrea Mahone, board member/recruiter, Youngstown City/Eastern Gateway Community College