2025 SC Education + Business Summit

This topic is relevant to all participants who manage federal subgrants and state grants. Participants will learn the rationale behind the types of documentation the SCDE requires to be retained. Presenters Hershula Davis (director of Audit Services) and Audrey Shifflett (director of Grant Services) have more that 25 years of combined service in audits and grant services.

The understanding and adoption of the use of AI in CTE programs has started but is still very much in its primacy. This topic will help CTE professionals get a bigger glimpse of what is to come and what it might mean for your programs.

Every high-quality CTE program of study should be advised and connected to local / regional employers. While most programs have Advisory Boards, many don't take full advantage of the power of the relationship.

Classroom Management is relevant to anyone wanting to get their classroom under control once and for all.
This will help make the student a more responsible person both now and in their future endeavors.

Teachers, Administrators and Principals say that their number one problem is behavioral issues.
This training will be extremely valuable to them.

Patti Massullo ( Presenter) has been in the Training and Speaking business for decades and is well versed in classroom management and student engagement.

Cyber threats are constantly evolving, becoming more sophisticated and frequent. Continuous professional development ensures that teachers are challenged to consider ways the integrate lessons into their classroom.

Cosmetology/Master Hair Care Instructor. Member of several professional organizations over 35 years of experience in the industry.

Relevance: Updates from the South Carolina Department of Education. Value: Will prepare participants for changes taking place because of current trends. Presenter Knowledge and Experience: I am the SCDE Education Associate who manages the Human Services Programs of Study and whose responsibility is to keep abreast of current trends and inform the CTE administrators and teachers.

The relevance of CNC and advanced manufacturing education to the CTE (Career and Technical Education) field is immense, as it directly addresses the growing demand for skilled professionals in modern manufacturing. These technologies are essential for students to understand, as they are at the core of today’s high-tech manufacturing processes. For participants, the value lies in gaining hands-on experience and knowledge that opens up career pathways in industries like aerospace, automotive, and robotics. By investing in CNC and advanced manufacturing education, CTE programs equip students with the practical skills and expertise needed to thrive in the evolving workforce, making them highly competitive in the job market. Phillips’ support of these initiatives further strengthens this by providing resources, training, and opportunities for students to excel in this high-demand field

Generative AI can prove beneficial to CTE teachers across all clusters in assisting with lesson and activity planning, communication, real-world and career scenarios, etc.

I am an instructional technology facilitator with Greenville County Schools. I have presented PD and supported secondary teachers with educational technology for the last 12 years.

This presentation provides a hands-on, use these free tools immediately to create the ideal settings for CTE staff to build their skills and professional capacity. The fast paced training is specifically designed for CTE practitioners to learn, observe, and implement each of these strategies, techniques, and resources to develop programs that are based on effective facilitation and engagement. We have presented this workshop and others to over 30,000 conference participants at over 400+ national, statewide, and regional conferences throughout the country, including keynoting at the EBS Summit in previous years, NC Workforce Training Conference (10+ years), Southeast Training Association (10+ years), NCETA (10+ years), Northeast Workforce (5+ years), etc.

Presentation Relevance to the CTE Field:
By introducing students to careers within their community at an early age, this initiative fosters exploration of the trades and ignites potential passions that may lead them to pursue CTE courses in high school. Additionally, strengthening relationships with local businesses and industries creates pathways for future work-based learning opportunities, including internships and apprenticeships.

Value to Participants:
Attendees will gain firsthand insights into the successes and challenges of building a program that serves students at multiple levels. This session could inspire new ideas and initiatives in their own communities, ultimately expanding career exploration and work-based learning opportunities for students.

Presenter Knowledge and Experience:
The presenter brings extensive hands-on experience in developing and expanding career-connected learning programs. Since stepping into this role in 2022, the paid internship program has grown from fewer than 30 interns per year to 143 students working with 83 industry partners across sectors such as manufacturing, healthcare, and public service. In 2023, these relationships led to the launch of an 8th-grade tour program, ensuring every student in the district visits four organizations each semester to experience careers firsthand. In 2024, the initiative expanded further with "Career Time Tuesday," a monthly career exploration event for all 5th-grade students.

The vast majority of youth participating emerge from high school CTE programs - from over 17 schools all across the state. The program provides a springboard into the professional community that results in JOBS! and the commitment to further training and education in the chosen trade, in either an industry sponsored program, community college, or trade school. Participants will learn how to take advantage of this program for the benefit of their own students and communities. Charlie Plant has been placing youth in work place apprenticing experiences for almost 30 years, and has coordinated the Harbor Freight program for thousands of youth and hundreds of schools across the country for nine years now, including the last 8 here in South Carolina.

Perkins V is the primary federal funding for CTE programs. Perkins V requires all funding recipients to submit a CLNA with a focus on labor market demand. The twelve SC Workforce Regions submit their CLNA every two years.

The SC Technical College System OER Hub directly aligns with the Career and Technical Education (CTE) field by making educational resources more accessible and affordable for students. Open Educational Resources (OER) help reduce financial barriers, ensuring that CTE students have the materials they need to succeed in their coursework and workforce preparation. The initiative supports equitable access to high-quality learning and promotes innovation in teaching and training, which are essential to the evolving CTE landscape.

Attendees will gain insights into the development and impact of a statewide OER initiative and learn how they can leverage similar resources in their institutions. They will discover strategies for cost reduction, collaboration techniques for implementing large-scale academic initiatives, and best practices for enhancing student success through open access materials. This session will provide actionable takeaways for educators, administrators, and policymakers interested in improving affordability and accessibility in technical education.

Ron Stafford, Jessica Howington, and Justin Sherry bring a wealth of experience in academic initiatives, program management, and organizational leadership. Their expertise in collaborative project execution, compliance, and workforce development makes them well-suited to discuss the implementation and success of the OER Hub. Their leadership in this initiative demonstrates their deep understanding of both educational systems and strategic resource management, ensuring participants receive knowledgeable and practical guidance on adopting similar approaches.

Steven Watterson is the Education Associate over Architecture/Construction, Government and Public Administration, Law, Public Safety Corrections and Security and Manufacturing. He has been in Education at the Federal, State and local level for over 30 years.

This is an opportunity to learn about collaboration across disciplines. It allows others to see the possibilities that may exist in their home districts. Presenters have district level leadership experience and inherent knowledge of both CTE and SPED programs.

I manage the Information Technology Cluster and Computer Science initiatives.
Information provided for CTE program implementation. Program completion requirements are presented. Computer Science courses that satisfy the graduation requirements are presented. New initiatives will be introduced.