WA-ACTE 2026 Summer Conference

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9:00am PDT

Longitudinal Career Exposure: Supporting Students from Middle School to Graduation

Wednesday August 5, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am PDT

This session will focus on why early and sustained intervention matters and how to implement it. We will walk through the K12/University partnership between Washington State University's Health Science Campus and a rural district in Washington. This presentation will cover novel research about the benefits of career exposure from the student, K12 school administrator, and college student perspective. We will also discuss the keys and barriers to success of partnerships of this nature.

Speakers

Rachel KW Larson

Interim Director of Pre-Clerkship Assessment, Washington State University

Dr. Rachel Larson is a small animal veterinarian by training, but has transitioned away from clinical practice and into education. She is finishing her PhD work in Math and Science Education at Washington State University and has a particular passion for K12/University partnerships... Read More →

Wednesday August 5, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am PDT
Meeting Room # 5

HSCTE

10:00am PDT

Responsible AI in Action: Interdisciplinary AI Toolkit

Wednesday August 5, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am PDT

Meeting Room # 5

This working session invites Career and Technical Education professionals to transform statewide research data into actionable recommendations for stakeholders in Washington’s career pathways systems. Participants will explore data from a recent HarrisX survey of Washington students, parents, employers, and career navigators – and use a design thinking framework to co-create practical, stakeholder-informed solutions based on their responses. Come ready to collaborate, think boldly, and help shape a more equitable path forward for Washington's workforce pipeline.

Speakers

Denise Thompson

CTE STEM and computer science teacher, Computer Science Teachers Association Responsible AI Fellow

Denise’s career began as an algebra and physical science teacher in 2003. In 2012, Denise served as an Albert Einstein STEM Educator Fellow in a senatorial congressional office. During her time as a fellow, Denise facilitated the Senate STEM Education and Workforce caucus during... Read More →

Wednesday August 5, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am PDT
Meeting Room # 5

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