Loading…
WA-ACTE 2026 Summer Conference
Venue: Grand Ballroom A,B,C clear filter
Sunday, August 2
 

8:00am PDT

Breakfast
Sunday August 2, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C

Sunday August 2, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C
  WA-ACTE Sessions

9:00am PDT

WA-ACTE Summer Conference Welcome!
Sunday August 2, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C
Welcome to the conference! Join us for this essential opening session as we kick off our time together and set the stage for an impactful event. We will cover key updates, navigate the schedule, highlight can’t-miss sessions, and share critical information to help you maximize your conference experience. Whether you’re looking to connect with peers, discover new strategies, or get the most out of every event, this session will ensure you have all the tools and insights you need for a successful week.
Speakers
avatar for Michelle Spenser

Michelle Spenser

Executive Director, WA-ACTE
Michelle Spenser is the Executive Director of the Washington Association for Career and Technical Education (WA-ACTE). With a decade of classroom teaching under her belt and experience as a former OSPI Program Supervisor, Michelle is deeply committed to empowering educators and expanding opportun... Read More →
Sunday August 2, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C
  WA-ACTE Sessions

12:00pm PDT

Lunch
Sunday August 2, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C

Sunday August 2, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C
  WA-ACTE Sessions

12:00pm PDT

Exhibitor Show Open
Sunday August 2, 2026 12:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C

Sunday August 2, 2026 12:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C
  WA-ACTE Sessions

4:00pm PDT

Vendor Social
Sunday August 2, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C
Unwind after a full day of sessions at our Exhibitor & Sponsor Social! This is your prime opportunity to meet face-to-face with industry experts, discover cutting-edge resources, and swap ideas with peers from across the region.
Sunday August 2, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C
  WA-ACTE Sessions
 
Monday, August 3
 

8:00am PDT

Breakfast
Monday August 3, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C

Monday August 3, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C
  WA-ACTE Sessions

9:00am PDT

Hope. Opportunity. Tenacity: The Mindset That Shapes Futures
Monday August 3, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C
This keynote ignites the conference by exploring how hope fuels possibility, how
opportunity is intentionally created, and how tenacity sustains progress in career and
technical education. Participants will be introduced to The Energy Map — a dynamic
framework that helps leaders recognize how their internal mindset influences external
outcomes. Through engaging storytelling and actionable insight, attendees will begin to
identify how stress, pressure, ownership, and leadership energy show up in their daily
work. This session challenges leaders to become more aware, more intentional, and more
resilient in how they respond to challenges. Participants will leave inspired and equipped
with a powerful lens for understanding how their energy shapes the futures of students and
teams.
Speakers
avatar for Niki Spears

Niki Spears

Business Owner, Culture Cre8ion
Niki Spears is an educator, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and culture strategist passionate about helping people and organizations transform the way they think, lead, and work together. A former school principal and the founder of Culture Cre8ion, Niki has spent years empowering educators, leaders, and teams through powerful conversations centered on mindset, self-awareness, ownership, and culture transformation.Known for her high-energy storytelling and practical leadership strategies, Niki challenges audiences to recognize... Read More →
avatar for Michelle Spenser

Michelle Spenser

Executive Director, WA-ACTE
Michelle Spenser is the Executive Director of the Washington Association for Career and Technical Education (WA-ACTE). With a decade of classroom teaching under her belt and experience as a former OSPI Program Supervisor, Michelle is deeply committed to empowering educators and expanding opportun... Read More →
Monday August 3, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C
  WA-ACTE Sessions

9:00am PDT

Exhibitor Show Open
Monday August 3, 2026 9:00am - 5:00pm PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C

Monday August 3, 2026 9:00am - 5:00pm PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C
  WA-ACTE Sessions

11:00am PDT

WA-ACTE Blood Drive
Monday August 3, 2026 11:00am - 2:30pm PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C
🩸 Be a Hero: The WA-ACTE Life-Saving Blood Drive!
Where: Outside the Eastside Doors of the Davenport (just past the Grand Ballrooms)

Goal: 15 Units of Life-Saving Blood (Let’s crush this target!)

Why Join? As career and technical educators, we spend every day shaping the future—but here is your chance to literally save a life between sessions! We are on a mission to collect 15 units of blood, and we need your help to get there. It only takes a few minutes to make an immeasurable impact.

Roll up your sleeves, show the incredible heart of the WA-ACTE community, and help us hit our goal!

📢 Stay Tuned! More details and official sign-up slots will be available closer to the event. Keep an eye on your inbox so you can lock in your preferred time!

Speakers
avatar for Jodi Jacobs

Jodi Jacobs

CTE Program Facilitator, Everett Public School
Jodi Jacobs, CTE Program Facilitator at Everett Public Schools, offers 20+ years' expertise spanning Business, Marketing, IT, and Family Sciences. Engaged with WAME and WA-ACTE, she champions CTE development. Armed with BS degrees in Administrative Management and Business Education... Read More →
avatar for Dottie Record

Dottie Record

Teacher, Wapato School District
With three decades of classroom experience, Dottie Record has spent her career empowering students at PACE High School. Her work in Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) has spanned everything from culinary arts and financial literacy to applied math and digital tools. A firm believer... Read More →
Monday August 3, 2026 11:00am - 2:30pm PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C
  WA-ACTE Sessions

12:00pm PDT

Lunch
Monday August 3, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C

Monday August 3, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C
  WA-ACTE Sessions
 
Tuesday, August 4
 

8:00am PDT

Breakfast
Tuesday August 4, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C

Tuesday August 4, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C
  WA-ACTE Sessions

8:15am PDT

National CTE Update: Trends, Advocacy, and Opportunities from National ACTE
Tuesday August 4, 2026 8:15am - 9:00am PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C
Join Michael Connet, ACTE Associate Deputy Executive Director of Outreach & Partner Development, for an insider’s update on what’s happening at the national level in Career and Technical Education. This session will cover crucial federal policy shifts, federal funding landscapes, emerging national initiatives (including AI in CTE), and new professional learning resources available through ACTE to support educators, administrators, and students.
Speakers
avatar for Michael Connet

Michael Connet

Associate Deputy Executive Director of Outreach and Partner Development at national ACTE, ACTE
Michael Connet is the Associate Deputy Executive Director - Outreach and Partner Development at the Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE®). In this role, Michael is responsible for promoting the impact of high-quality CTE on America’s learners and supporting the... Read More →
Tuesday August 4, 2026 8:15am - 9:00am PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C
  WA-ACTE Sessions

12:00pm PDT

Lunch
Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C

Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C
  WA-ACTE Sessions
 
Wednesday, August 5
 

8:00am PDT

Breakfast
Wednesday August 5, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C

Wednesday August 5, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C
  WA-ACTE Sessions

12:00pm PDT

Closing Session and Wrap up!
Wednesday August 5, 2026 12:00pm - 12:30pm PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C
Final remarks, Raffles, and well wishes for a great year and safe travel home. 
Wednesday August 5, 2026 12:00pm - 12:30pm PDT
Grand Ballroom A,B,C
  WA-ACTE Sessions
 
WA-ACTE 2026 Summer Conference
From $21.37

Get help with the event

Contact event planner Event login
View support guides Find upcoming events
Create an event you'd love to attend!
Explore why organizers choose Sched • Success stories
Event App • Event scheduling • Event registration • Event ticketing • Sched forms • Call for papers • Badges • Conferences
© 2026. SCHED LLC - All rights reserved - Helping events since 2008
Meeting Planning Software • Privacy • Terms
Share Modal

Share this link via

Or copy link

Filter sessions
Apply filters to sessions.
Saturday, August 1
Sunday, August 2
Monday, August 3
Tuesday, August 4
Wednesday, August 5
Birch Ballroom
Cedar Ballroom
Daveport Grand Lobby
FlatStick Pub
Grand Ballroom A,B,C
Maple Ballroom
Meeting Room # 1
Meeting Room # 2
Meeting Room # 3
Meeting Room # 4
Meeting Room # 5
Meeting Room # 6
Meeting Room # 7
Meeting Room #10
Meeting Room #11
Meeting Room #12
Northwest Package
Roofdeck Patio, Spokane Convention Center
Skybridge Boardroom
Terrace East
Terrace West
WA-ACTE Office
  • HSCTE
  • Multiple Sections
  • Support Staff
  • WA-ACTE Sessions
  • WA-CCER
  • WA-FACSE
  • WAAE
  • WACTA
  • WE-BAM
  • WITEA