Pushing The Limits Of CTE-Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep. 55 w/Shelley Gates

-An Innovator’s Mindset: Pushing CTE Beyond Boundaries

-Durable Skills: More Than Just Algebra and Entrepreneurship

-Breaking Stereotypes: A New Image for CTE

-Raising the Bar: Expectations in CTE Education

-Transforming CTE: From Traditional to Innovative Programs

Shelley Gates, Ed.D., a longtime Evanston resident, served as chair of ETHS’ Career and Technical Education Department for 18 years.

THE NEW AMERICAN MANUFACTURING RENAISSAINCE-Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep.54

-Making Manufacturing Cool Again

-The New American Manufacturing Renaissance Tour

-The Power of Resilience: Overcoming Life’s Curveballs

-Bridging the Skills Gap: Preparing Students for Advanced Manufacturing

-Empowering the Future: Early Exposure to Engineering & Manufacturing

-Building Submarines for National Defense: A Strategic Priority

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Drew Crowe Bio:

Andrew 'The MFG' Crowe, a transformative figure in the manufacturing sector. From his beginnings as a teenage father and overcoming his past as a two-time felon, Drew has ascended to the forefront of advanced manufacturing education. He is the former lead professor at Ranken Technical College in St. Louis, where he spearheaded the development of a cutting-edge digital curriculum in Advanced Manufacturing Technology. Andrew's influence extends through his role as co-host of 'Project MFG,' a program dedicated to elevating skilled trades across the U.S. through top-tier competitions. Recognized twice as Aerospace & Aviation Man of the Year and featured in Forbes, Drew's work addresses critical workforce and skills gaps, making him a key voice in shaping the future of manufacturing." Welcome the Voice of the New American Manufacturing Renaissance, Andrew 'The MFG' Crowe.

Empowering Students Through Real-World Learning-Global Career Tech Education Ep.53 w/Zachary Johnson

Topics:

-Leading A Student Managed Off-Site Coffee Shop

-Student-Driven Marketing: Freedom to Experiment

-The Future of CTE: Staying Relevant and Embracing AI

-AI as a Problem-Solving Tool: Empowering Students

-Innovative Assessment: Proving Learning through Real-World Evidence

Zachary Johnson is passionate about real-  world experiential learning. He utilizes his experiences previously working in the corporate  world and owning his own business to walk alongside students through their learning  process. He seeks to assist students in  becoming fully prepared for their future whether  that be college, trade school or entering the workforce. Zachary currently teaches in the  North Kansas City School District facilitating their innovative new student-run and operated  coffee shop, Class Act Coffee, that is an off-campus program and fully open to the public  He holds a Bachelor's degree in Business-Marketing and a Master's of Arts in Teaching  degree both from the University of Central Missouri. This is his second year as a mentor  teacher with the Kauffman Foundation Client Connection Project Teacher Network, but has  been utilizing real-world projects and business  partners for many more.  

Outside of the classroom, Zachary enjoys  spending time with his wife and two kids,  hiking, reading, participating in sports, and  spending time with friends.  

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Equipping Students for Career, Community, and Life Readiness Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep. 52

-Empowering Teachers Through Transformational Leadership

-The Future is CCLR: A Year-Long Conference to Drive Change

-Competency-Based Learning: The Future of Education

-Measuring Success: Beyond Resumes to Durable Skills-Student-Driven Learning: Putting Purpose First

-A Vision for the Future: Building an Educational Ecosystem

Scott Carr Bio:

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Powering Students With Digital and AI Skills In CTE - Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep.51 w/Hannah Grady Williams

In Episode 51 of the Global CTE Podcast, Sylvester Chisom sits down with Hannah Grady Williams, founder of

Empowering Futures: Indiana's Employability Skills Initiative-Global CTE Podcast Ep.50 w/Michelle Clarke & Kelsey Peaper

-Mastery as a Moving Target: The Evolution of Employability Skills

-Transformative Roles: Leveraging Grant Funding for Career Readiness

-Balancing Objectivity: Creating a Reliable Verification System

-Connecting with the Community: Sharing CTE Success Nationwide

Michelle is an experienced educator with 22 years of teaching, school counseling, and leadership roles. She has served as a PE/Health teacher, School Counselor, and Director of School Counseling. In 2013, she received the Middle School Counselor of the Year award from the Indiana School Counseling Association. Michelle currently holds the Director of Student, School, and Family Engagement position at the Indiana Department of Education. She recently obtained her Licensed Mental Health Certification, furthering her commitment to supporting students, families, and educators with mental health needs in schools.

Additionally, Michelle serves on the Indiana School Counseling Association board as Assistant. Chair., the Indiana Behavioral Health Commission, and is the Co-Chair for the Educational Outcomes Task Force for the Commission on Improving the Status of Children in Indiana. Michelle resides in Noblesville with her Husband, Brian Clarke, and her 4 children Jack, Allie, Kellan, and Dottie. 

After relocating to Indianapolis with her husband, Kelsey continued her passion for education by taking on diverse roles in an elementary public charter school. Here, she excelled as a special education teacher, Director of Student Services and Special Education, and Assistant School Leader.

Unlocking Potential: Empowering Youth Through Gaming & Esports - Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep.49

Topics Covered:

-Interactive Learning with Industry Partnerships

-Creating Safe Spaces for Youth Through Gaming

-Bridging Cultural Gaps in Gaming

-Big Money in Esports

Robert Powell is the founder & CEO of BGG Foundation, a gaming nonprofit based in St. Louis. With a deep love for gaming and a desire to empower youth, Robert established the foundation to provide resources and opportunities for students to turn their passion for gaming into a full-time career. Through initiatives such as hosting tournaments, securing esport scholarships, programs & partnerships with the gaming industry. Robert strives to make a positive and lasting impact on the lives of young gamers.

The Power Of Mentorship In CTE - Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep. 48 w/Jordan Menning

Teamship: Real-World Student Empowerment-Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep. 47 w/Dan Gonzalez

- Balancing Technical and Human Skills for Success

- Real Business Problems in the Classroom

- Teamship: Equalizing Voices in Team Dynamics

- Defining a Great Problem for Students

- Employer Demand for Human Skills

Dan studied engineering at Dartmouth College before becoming a high school physics teacher. After teaching, Dan joined Manhattan Prep, a global leader in test preparation. He became president of the company in 2011 shortly after it was acquired by Kaplan. More recently, Dan co-founded District C, a nonprofit that prepares the next generation of diverse talent for modern work. District C's flagship program, called Teamship, is a reimagined internship experience where teams of students solve real problems for real businesses. Since 2017, over 4,000 Teamship students have worked on real problems for almost 400 businesses.

Transforming CTE Pathways For Future Success-Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep.46 w/Ramone Davis

Ramone Davis is the Associate Director of CTE Pathways & Partnerships at KIPP Forward NYC. His work involves establishing programming and processes for Career & Technical Education (CTE) bound high school students and alumni. During his tenure managing the Workforce Team at KIPP Forward - NYC, the scope of his team’s postsecondary work expanded from solely serving NYC alumni to supporting recent graduates interested in CTE pathways from other KIPP regions and charter networks in Connecticut, New Jersey, and Philadelphia.