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ACTE's Region III Conference 2026
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Building Career Pathways for Emerging Technology Careers
Tuesday June 16, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
MSC White Pine - 1st Floor
Students are more engaged when learning clearly connects to a future career. As emerging technologies continue to shape the Midwest workforce, Career and Technical Education programs must create pathways that show students where their learning can lead and how to get there.
This session focuses on why building clear, connected career pathways matters for student success and workforce development. Without intentional design, programs risk becoming isolated experiences rather than stepping stones to meaningful careers. Strong pathways provide direction, purpose, and a connection to real opportunities.
Participants will explore how work-based learning, including Registered Apprenticeship, can serve as a bridge between classroom instruction and employment. Examples from current implementation efforts will highlight how schools and employers are working together to support credential attainment and career progression in emerging technology fields.
Attendees will leave with practical ideas for strengthening pathway design, building employer partnerships, and creating experiences that help students move confidently from education into the workforce.
Speakers
avatar for Chris Gagnon

Chris Gagnon

Assistant Director, SJSD
Chris is the director of Hillyard Technical Center
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Linda Stinson

Career Pathways Manager, MO Department of Elementary & Secondary Education
Dr. Linda Stinson serves as the Career Pathways Manager for the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), where she leads statewide efforts to align education with workforce needs through initiatives such as Career Pathways Teacher Grants and Registered Apprenticeships.She... Read More →
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Christi Waggoner

Apprenticeship Coordinator, Hillyard Technical Center, St. Joseph School District
Christis is the Apprenticeship Coordinator and Counselor at Hillyard Technical Center.  If approved more information to come.
Tuesday June 16, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am PDT
MSC White Pine - 1st Floor University of Wisconsin-Stout, 302 10th Ave E, Menomonie, WI 54751
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