Education + Business Summit 2024: Full Schedule

10:00am EDT

156 Introducing the AgriFCS Academy

Monday June 24, 2024 10:00am - 11:00am EDT

The Agriculture, Family, and Consumer Sciences (AgriFCS) Academy at South Carolina State University has hit the ground running! Learn how this new program will prepare students for careers in the Food, Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Human Sciences industries and/or the United States Department of Agriculture. Get a sneak peek into the upcoming programs that are being planned for middle school students, high school students, Agriculture Teachers, Family & Consumer Sciences Teachers, School Counselors, and Career Specialists for the 2024-2025 academic year!

Speakers

Dr. LaToya N. Johnson

Assistant Professor & Academic Program Coordinator, South Carolina State University

Hello! My name is Dr. LaToya N. Johnson and I have been teaching courses at South Carolina State University for 14 years. I hold a B.S. in Family and Consumer Sciences Education from SC State University; an M.Ed in Divergent Learning from Columbia College; and a Ph.D. in Family and... Read More →

Krystal Singletary

Program Manager- AgriFCS Academy, South Carolina State University

Monday June 24, 2024 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Room 101-B 1 Exposition Drive

Agriculture, Family and Consumer Science

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11:15am EDT

130 Cultivating Career Connections: Exploring Agriculture Career Pathways in Elementary Classrooms

Monday June 24, 2024 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT

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Many young children, particularly in urban areas, don't realize just how much it takes for their food to get from the farm to their table. Gain a better understanding of the different sectors that make up the agriculture industry and how you can better prepare the next generation to thrive in agriculture careers.

Speakers

Elena M Stout

Education Specialist, S2TEM Centers SC

As an Education Specialist for the S2TEM Centers of South Carolina with South Carolina's Coalition for Mathematics and Science, I work with an amazing team dedicated to transforming educational experiences through professional development opportunities. I received a Master of Science... Read More →

Monday June 24, 2024 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Room 101-B 1 Exposition Drive

Agriculture, STEM

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1:15pm EDT

1 A Dance Party with Labor Market Information: Learning New Moves to Choreograph Your Course Curriculum

Monday June 24, 2024 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT

Room 101-B

Want to learn the latest trending dance moves? LMI choreographs new ways for career specialists, counselors, administrators, and more to support South Carolina’s businesses, workforce, economic development system, and the employees of today and tomorrow. When it comes to students and careers, the problem is often not the limitations of data, but its excessiveness. Students need help uncovering and making sense of their prospects. Presenting to and interacting with students and working closely with educators (including counselors and career specialists) creates even more ways to enhance South Carolina’s labor market and workforce. We will 2-step with you to your success.

Speakers

Wylondria L Jefferson

Workforce Outreach Coordinator, Labor Market Information Division at SC DEW

I am Wylondria Jefferson, Workforce Outreach Coordinator in the Labor Market Information Division at the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce. I have been employed at LMI since May 2022 after working for the Office of Economic Opportunity for one and a half years... Read More →

Monday June 24, 2024 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Room 101-B 1 Exposition Drive

Education & Training, Career Counselors

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2:30pm EDT

160 Igniting Student Interest in the Electrical Trade: The Importance of Changing Our Strategy

Monday June 24, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT

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Take home data from BLS on Electrical Occupations (shortage of workforce) and learn the need for change. Get information on why the Electrical trade is a great career choice and explore the core values, technologies, projects, apprenticeships, and career paths of Amteck. Listen to data on Electrical Trade Career Choices (with salary information compared to other professional occupations) and how we can work together.

Speakers

Stephanie Horne

Monday June 24, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Room 101-B 1 Exposition Drive

District CTE Directors, CTE Center Directors

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3:45pm EDT

5 Seamless Success in Your Grant Monitoring Process

Monday June 24, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT

Room 101-B

Gather insight on the virtual Local Educational Agency (LEA) monitoring process for school districts and/or multi-district career centers (entities) for Perkins Five. Virtual visits by the Office of Career and Technical Education (OCTE) LEA Monitors ensure compliance with federal/state grant requirements for recipients of Perkins, EIA, and Work-Based Learning Funds, as they relate to the Entity’s CTE Local Application.

Speakers

Kim Fair-Hamilton

Education Associate, South Carolina Department of Education

My name is Kim Fair-Hamilton and I serve as a Local Educational Agency (LEA) Monitor for the Office of Career and Technical Education & Student Transition Services (OCTE STS) within the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE).

LaPariscena Singleton

Greetings from the Office of Career and Technical Education & Student Transitional Services (OCTESTS). My name is LaPariscena Singleton, Education Associate – This session provides information how comprehensive HS, school districts, career centers, and multi-district career centers... Read More →

LEA Monitoring EBS 2024 pdf

Monday June 24, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Room 101-B 1 Exposition Drive

District CTE Directors, CTE Center Directors

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10:15am EDT

119 Closing the Industrial Workforce Skills Gap

Tuesday June 25, 2024 10:15am - 11:15am EDT

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With the rise of automation comes the need for highly skilled industrial professionals. For 80% of manufacturers, attracting and retaining the right talent remains their top challenge. Better education and hands-on training are the way forward. 75% of manufacturers surveyed said that upskilling their workers helped improve productivity, promotion opportunities, and morale. To close the skills gap and demonstrate qualifications, certifications, and credentials have become increasingly important. Higher ed, particularly community colleges, can boost students’ employability before they graduate by offering in-demand certification programs with guidance and support from industry. Industry 4.0 certification ensures students and workers have the right skills for today’s high-tech industrial careers.

Speakers

Anthony Hatley

District Sales Manager - Southeast, Festo Didactic, Inc.

Tuesday June 25, 2024 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
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Education & Training, District CTE Directors

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11:30am EDT

109 Information Technology: Pathways to Success

Tuesday June 25, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT

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IT has 8 different pathways. Learn the trends of Information Technology in the state and the different programs offered at the Technical College and University Level. Make sure your schools are offering the right programs and that your students are matriculating properly to their next stop. This is a perfect session for all involved with CTE.

Presentation

Speakers

Benjamin Dusek

Education Associate - Computer Science Coach, South Carolina Department of Education

Benjamin is a former Computer Science / Business Education teacher with eight years of classroom experience at the middle and high school levels. He earned his masters of Instructional Technology from The University of North Carolina Charlotte. Before joining the South Carolina Department... Read More →

Tuesday June 25, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Room 101-B 1 Exposition Drive

School Counselors, Career Counselors

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1:30pm EDT

65 South Carolina Association for Career & Technical Education Business Meeting

Tuesday June 25, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT

Room 101-B

Join us to conduct the business of the SCACTE. An overview of the year's activities, nominations for officers, policy updates, and upcoming events will be discussed. Recognition of outstanding members will also be included. A recap of our 2024 FYI Conference will be presented. Learn more about our 2025 FYI Conference. Nominations for President-Elect will be open. This session is open to SCACTE members and prospective members. Members of our associated divisions are highly encouraged to attend.

Speakers

Rodney Miller

CTE Director, Lancaster County School District

27 years in education as teacher, assistant principal, principal, education associate and CTE director

Kevin J Sox

Agricultural Education Instructor, Center for Advanced Technical Studies

I have been teaching Agricultural Education for the past 16 years. I am currently teaching in Lexington Richland 5 at The Center for Advanced Technical Studies. I have been active in South Carolina Association of Technical Educators and currently serve as President Elect of SCATE... Read More →

Brenda Baldwin

Tuesday June 25, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
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District CTE Directors, CTE Center Directors

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2:45pm EDT

101 Supporting SC High Schools with Personal Finance Programming

Tuesday June 25, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT

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Come learn about JA's new Finance Park Mobile unit that will be popping up all over the state to give SC high school students an understanding of life and work in the adult world. Use this field trip experience to enhance the personal finance skills you are teaching. In addition, learn about JA's semester-long Personal Finance Course that meets all the state-required standards for the .5 credit mandate.

Speakers

Bette Bronson

VP of Education, Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina

I look forward to meeting you during the SC Business Summit! Attendees will be introduced to JA's Program that aligns with the state standards that have been put in place for the half unit Personal Finance credit for high school students. The program has fun, fully designed lesson... Read More →

Casey Cash

Tuesday June 25, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT
Room 101-B 1 Exposition Drive

District CTE Directors, Career Counselors

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4:00pm EDT

110 High School Athletics: The Untapped Work-Based Learning

Tuesday June 25, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT

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Do you need to improve work-based learning experiences in your school? You may have the answer right in front of you. Learn how to take your CTE Program All-Stars and put them in the game by working with your athletic department to provide several different work-based experiences.

Speakers

Benjamin Dusek

Education Associate - Computer Science Coach, South Carolina Department of Education

Tuesday June 25, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Room 101-B 1 Exposition Drive

Business, Marketing

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8:30am EDT

74 Creativity & Student Choice

Wednesday June 26, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EDT

Room 101-B

Engage in a transformative professional development session exploring the symbiotic relationship between creativity, student choice, and learning styles. This dynamic workshop delves into the three primary learning styles—visual, auditory, and kinesthetic—and how tailoring student choice aligns with these diverse preferences. Uncover the power of choice boards and learning stations as tools to foster creativity, allowing students to select activities that resonate with their unique learning style. Seamlessly integrate educational AI platforms to effortlessly create personalized choice boards, ensuring educators can adapt and cater to individual needs. Leave empowered with practical strategies to cultivate an environment that not only nurtures creativity but also embraces the varied learning modalities within the classroom, ultimately enhancing student engagement and outcomes.

Speakers

Amy Welch

Business Education Teacher/ SDOC AT Team Membe, Walhalla High School

Creativity & Student Choice EBS pdf

Wednesday June 26, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Room 101-B 1 Exposition Drive

Business, STEM

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9:45am EDT

152 Post-Secondary Pathways: How are technical and community colleges serving South Carolina students?

Wednesday June 26, 2024 9:45am - 10:45am EDT

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Every high schooler is faced with the decision of what to do after graduation. Should they go to university, community college, technical college, earn a credential, or go straight into the workforce? This session will discuss the career and education pathways after high school and highlight the latest research on the role technical colleges play in providing access to higher education. Get resources and classroom materials to help your students make the best decision for them.

Speakers

Sarah Gunn

Economic Education Director, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond

I am interested in hearing more about your experiences in the classroom and what the Richmond Fed can do to support you and your students in economic and financial education. What resources do you currently use? Are there any gaps? What are the biggest challenges you and your students... Read More →

Wednesday June 26, 2024 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
Room 101-B 1 Exposition Drive

District CTE Directors, CTE Center Directors

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11:00am EDT

61 Sharpen Employability Skills and Increase Student Interest in Different Careers with EVERFI

Wednesday June 26, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT

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Student curiosity and exploration of different careers matter now more than ever. From Data Science to Accounting to Game Development/Design, and more, EVERFI’s K-12 digital lessons reinforce key employability skills needed to be successful in the workforce while allowing students to discover exciting career opportunities. These lessons are available to all South Carolina educators at no cost. You will walk away with immediate access to EVERFI’s platform, directions on how to explore the digital lesson catalog, and implementation ideas to get students started. For the best experience, please bring a device!

Speakers

Rika Nishimura

Education Success Specialist, EVERFI

EVERFI's online activities cover the critical life skills students need to be successful - college and career readiness, financial literacy, interpersonal skills, mental wellness, literacy skills, etc - and they're all free. The online lessons are self-guided and the built-in assessments... Read More →

Wednesday June 26, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Room 101-B 1 Exposition Drive

Career Counselors, Regional Career Specialists

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1:00pm EDT

62 Student Wellness Matters: Incorporating Health & Wellness in Your Classes

Wednesday June 26, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT

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Students are faced with making choices around their overall wellness every day. With EVERFI’s digital health and wellness curriculum, kids are taught that the choices they make and the habits they form now become the foundation for the lives they lead as adults. This session will highlight EVERFI’s FREE digital wellness resources surrounding topics like mental health awareness, vaping prevention, prescription drug safety, alcohol education, digital wellness & safety, and healthcare literacy. These lessons are available to all South Carolina educators at no cost. You will walk away with immediate access to EVERFI’s platform, directions on how to explore the digital lesson catalog, and implementation ideas to get students started. For the best experience, please bring a device!

Speakers

Rika Nishimura

Education Success Specialist, EVERFI

Wednesday June 26, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Room 101-B 1 Exposition Drive

Health Sciences

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2:15pm EDT

52 Immersive Computer Science Education with ‘Coding in Minecraft’

Wednesday June 26, 2024 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT

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Do you want to teach coding in a game-based environment but are not a gaming or coding expert? In this session, you will learn how ‘Coding in Minecraft’ creates a student-led, highly engaging learning experience where the educator becomes the facilitator and the students lead their own learning to learn how to code in Blocks, JavaScript, or Python. In addition, they can earn a credential through our Capstone Credential Exam. See how our immersive curriculum and credential pathway has all the resources you need to teach your students how to code, all at NO COST to South Carolina schools.

Speakers

Catrina Hunzeker

Product Specialist, Prodigy Learning

Prodigy Learning is an award-winning global EdTech business, providing innovative online platforms that empower learners to develop and prove their skills. These solutions range from skills assessments in education through to job-ready digital skills credentials.

Wednesday June 26, 2024 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
Room 101-B 1 Exposition Drive

Information Technology, STEM

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3:30pm EDT

86 Integration and Collaboration of Curriculum

Wednesday June 26, 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT

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Take home ideas of how to integrate standards from ELA, Science, Social Studies, and Math into their course standards. There will be details and discussion on the profile of the SC graduate, high-quality programs focused on in career courses, the purpose and role of curriculum integration, curriculum elements, and at least three examples of how to integrate the subjects into business, finance, and marketing courses. There will also be opportunities to share your ideas from experiences of integration, and time for you to ask for help with ideas/topics you have found a struggle in your classroom.

Speakers

Heather Gregory

Business Education, Union County Career and Technology Center

About to start my 5th year teaching and went through PACE to obtain my teacher’s certificate. Work history in Finance and Insurance.

Wednesday June 26, 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Room 101-B 1 Exposition Drive

Business

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8:30am EDT

32 There's an Honors for That Now? Teaching the new Personal Finance Honors Course

Thursday June 27, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EDT

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South Carolina has instituted a new half-credit Personal Finance requirement for high school graduation. New this year, due to an overwhelming number of requests, is an Honors version. Bill Joy, curriculum developer and Personal Finance instructor at Lucy Beckham High School in Mount Pleasant, SC, will take you through the differences between the two courses and explain the best way to execute PFH in your school or district.

Speakers

William Joy

Lucy Beckham High School

Though born in New Jersey and raised in DC, Bill has lived, studied and worked all over the world. His undergraduate work was done in New Orleans at Tulane University. While there, Bill studied Japanese Management and took a semester at Sophia University in Tokyo. After working in... Read More →

Honors Personal Finance pdf

Thursday June 27, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Room 101-B 1 Exposition Drive

Finance, District CTE Directors

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9:45am EDT

84 Adequate Documentation: Complying with Grant Terms to Avoid Audit Findings

Thursday June 27, 2024 9:45am - 10:45am EDT

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Grant and subgrant recipients must maintain adequate documentation for all expenditures and in-kind contributions. This session will provide an overview of the South Carolina Department of Education’s guidelines for documentation of expenditures, including salaries and benefits, purchased services, and supplies. You will learn the types of documentation that auditors expect and review both good and bad examples.

Speakers

Hershula D. Davis

Audits Manager, South Carolina Department of Educationof Education

Hershula Davis is the Audits Manager in the South Carolina Department of Education's Office of Auditing Services. She holds bachelor of science degrees in accounting and business administration from the College of Charleston and a master of business administration from Charleston... Read More →

Audrey Shifflett

Grants Director, South Carolina Department of Education

Audrey Shifflett has worked with grants in a variety of settings including local governments, state agencies, colleges, and universities. She has shared tips for writing effective grant applications with audiences nationwide. Since 2014, she has managed the Grants Program at the South... Read More →

Thursday June 27, 2024 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
Room 101-B 1 Exposition Drive

District CTE Directors, CTE Center Directors

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