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2026 KACTE Summer Program
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Wednesday, July 22
 

8:00am EDT

Raising Hope Partnership with HOSA and FFA
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
This session will discuss raising hope and their outreach efforts with FFA and HOSA, as well as how they can assist you in your community outreach.
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Taylor - East - 3rd Floor

9:00am EDT

PLTW: BIOMEDICAL ROUNDTABLES
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
This session will provide biomedical teachers an opportunity to network, reflect, and share ideas to improve their instruction in order to maximize student engagement specifically focused around the Project Lead The Way Biomedical curriculum. Come ready to share ideas and take home new ones to support your classroom.
Speakers
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Jackie Wolford

8595338812, Mason County High School
Teacher
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Taylor - East - 3rd Floor

10:00am EDT

NHA Success Navigator: Empowering Excellence in Healthcare Education - Charting the Course to Maximize NHA Tools for Student and Program Success
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Join us for an insightful and interactive session designed exclusively for NHA partners, where we'll address the critical questions on your path to success: Are your students truly prepared to excel on their exams? Are you leveraging the full potential of NHA's innovative platform? What can we learn from the best-performing programs? This session will explore how NHA's comprehensive tools empower educators to enhance student outcomes and open doors to rewarding healthcare careers. By effectively utilizing these resources, educators can provide students with the targeted support they need to thrive academically and transition confidently into impactful roles within the healthcare field. We will also examine current trends, challenges, and emerging opportunities within the healthcare industry to ensure educators are equipped with the latest insights and strategies. Through data-driven approaches and personalized instruction, teachers can meet individual student needs and foster a pipeline of well-prepared healthcare professionals. Don't miss this opportunity to optimize your use of NHA tools and elevate both educator and student success on the journey to excellence in healthcare education.
Speakers
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Cassandra Stutzman

913-661-6199, National Healthcareer Association
Partnerships Manager
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Taylor - East - 3rd Floor

1:00pm EDT

From Rhythm to Response: Building ECG Competency Through Simulation
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Learn how to use this unique teaching tool designed to provide students with hands-on experience in ECG/EKG lead placement and rhythm interpretation. This simulator allows students to practice accurate lead placement through rib palpation and gain familiarity with interpreting 3-, 4-, 5-, and 12-lead rhythms. At this session we will give instructors an introduction to the software and curriculum. Learn how to integrate this simulator seamlessly, offering individual practice and assessment opportunities to strengthen rhythm reading and lead placement skills. Your students will not only practice recognizing rhythms on both screen and hard copy but will also learn techniques for avoiding common errors.
Speakers
avatar for Denise DuBois

Denise DuBois

7158587118, Realityworks, Inc.
Denise DuBois is a 30 year veteran in the business of education having experience in professional development, product development, product management and marketing.  She is currently serving on the Executive Council as Secretary for the National Consortium for Health Science Education... Read More →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Taylor - East - 3rd Floor

3:00pm EDT

From Classroom Support to College Success: AHEC’s Student Pipeline
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
This session explores how the Kentucky Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) strengthen the student pipeline from high school classroom engagement to college resources. Participants will learn about the no‑cost programs and services AHECs offer to support health sciences exploration and guide students toward future success in health professions.
Speakers
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Kelly Owens

(606)256-0950, KY AHEC
Center Director, Southern KY AHEC
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Cameron Carr-Calvert

(270)745-4088, South Central KY AHEC
Assistant Center Director, South Central KY AHEC
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Taylor - East - 3rd Floor

4:00pm EDT

Beyond the Bus: Purposeful Field Trips Through Simulation Experiences
Wednesday July 22, 2026 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
HealthForce Kentucky has opened its state-of-the-art Simulation Center, offering students immersive, hands-on experiences designed to bring health science careers to life. This innovative learning environment features realistic simulated spaces, including operating rooms, anatomy labs, hospital rooms, collaborative learning areas, and more. In this breakout session, educators will explore how to partner with the HealthForce team to design purposeful, curriculum-aligned field trips that go beyond observation and place students at the center of learning. Discover how simulation-based experiences can increase engagement, build career awareness, and help shape students' futures.
Speakers
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Hannah Stephen

2703023466, HealthForce Kentucky
Education Coordinator
Wednesday July 22, 2026 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Taylor - East - 3rd Floor
 
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