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Monday, July 20
 

8:00am EDT

KATFCS State Board Meeting
Monday July 20, 2026 8:00am - 10:00pm EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
The KATFCS State Board will meet to finalize committee reports for the business session and organize information to be disseminated throughout the conference.
Speakers
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Laura Spiegelhalter

FCS Teacher, DuPont Manual High School
FCS Teacher
Monday July 20, 2026 8:00am - 10:00pm EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

9:00am EDT

Kentucky FCCLA Advisory Board Meeting
Monday July 20, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Brown - East - 2nd Floor
*Invite Only*2026-2027 | Kentucky Advisory Board Meeting
Speakers
avatar for Ashleigh VanHoose

Ashleigh VanHoose

Kentucky FCCLA State Adviser, Kentucky Department of Education
Kentucky FCCLA State Adviser
Monday July 20, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Brown - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

1:00pm EDT

New FCS Teacher Workshop + Orientation
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
This session is designed for FCS teachers who are beginning their first or second year of teaching. Join us for an introductory session of all the 'must-knows' for your first few years as a FCS teacher and FCCLA adviser.
Speakers
avatar for Ashleigh VanHoose

Ashleigh VanHoose

Kentucky FCCLA State Adviser, Kentucky Department of Education
Kentucky FCCLA State Adviser
Monday July 20, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

7:00pm EDT

FCS Education College Student Orientation
Monday July 20, 2026 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Breathitt - East - 2nd Floor
This session is designed to help our FCS Education college students connect and learn important details about the conference.
Speakers
MK

Mary Kerr

FCS Education College Student, Western Kentucky University
FCS Education College Student
Monday July 20, 2026 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Breathitt - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

7:00pm EDT

KATFCS Regional Officer Training
Monday July 20, 2026 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
This KATFCS Regional Officer Training session prepares officers to confidently serve their region through effective leadership, communication, and collaboration. Participants will strengthen their understanding of officer roles, explore strategies for supporting local chapters, and build skills needed to represent KATFCS with professionalism and purpose.
Speakers
avatar for Kayla Howard

Kayla Howard

Family and Consumer Sciences Program Consultant, Kentucky Department of Education - Office of Career & Technical Education
FCS Teacher
Monday July 20, 2026 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

8:00pm EDT

FCS Back to School Bash
Monday July 20, 2026 8:00pm - 9:30pm EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
Kick off the school year at our Back-to-School Bash! Enjoy time with fellow educators and take part in the Supply Swap Showdown, a fun twist on Dirty Santa where participants swap classroom supplies and favorites. Its a great way to connect, laugh, and head into the new year with something new for your classroom.
Speakers
LC

Liz Crump

FCS Teacher, Jessamine Career & Technology Center (JCTC)
FCS Teacher
Monday July 20, 2026 8:00pm - 9:30pm EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences
 
Tuesday, July 21
 

10:00am EDT

Back-to-School Updates: What’s New in FCS + FCCLA
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Cochran - West - 3rd Floor
Kick off the school year with the latest updates in Family and Consumer Sciences and Kentucky FCCLA! This combined session will share important news, program updates, new resources, upcoming initiatives and events, student leadership opportunities, and key changes to support your teaching and chapter success. Join us for an engaging and energizing back-to-school update designed to help you feel prepared, informed, and inspired as you connect classroom learning with meaningful FCCLA experiences throughout the year.
Speakers
avatar for Kayla Howard

Kayla Howard

Family and Consumer Sciences Program Consultant, Kentucky Department of Education - Office of Career & Technical Education
FCS Teacher
avatar for Ashleigh VanHoose

Ashleigh VanHoose

Kentucky FCCLA State Adviser, Kentucky Department of Education
Kentucky FCCLA State Adviser
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Cochran - West - 3rd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

11:30am EDT

FCS Nook
Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
The FCS Nook is designed to provide FCS teachers with a space to ask questions, pay membership dues, pick up resources and fellowship with FCS colleagues. Scholarship baskets will be showcased.
Speakers
KB
Tuesday July 21, 2026 11:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

1:00pm EDT

Classroom Tools for Teaching Hospitality, Travel, Tourism, and Related Subjects
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Willis - East - 2nd Floor
Learn from DECA and FCCLA Advisors about teaching hospitality, travel, tourism and related subjects including curriculum tools and lesson ideas.
Speakers
avatar for Brandi Elmore-Geisert

Brandi Elmore-Geisert

Business & Marketing Teacher, CTE Department Chair, DECA Advisor, North Hardin High School-Hardin County Schools
Business & Marketing Teacher, CTE Department Chair, DECA Advisor Link to Hospitality presentation- https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/13z9gQtI3CQ2-yh5D3GnuxoHKGYOzF4wS3ErQ53aVihM/copy
avatar for Heather Foster

Heather Foster

Business and Marketing Teacher, North Hardin High School

Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Willis - East - 2nd Floor
  Business and Marketing

1:00pm EDT

Culinary Competitions: Opportunities for Student Chefs to Shine
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Carroll Ford - East - 2nd Floor
Ready to take your culinary skills beyond the classroom? This session highlights exciting competition opportunities available to students through FCCLA and beyond. Participants will learn about FCCLA STAR Events, including Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry, as well as FCCLA Skill Demonstrations that allow students to showcase individual talents. We’ll also explore fun and competitive events such as Junior Chef, Burger Battle, and the Kentucky ProStart Invitational. Whether students are just getting started or already passionate about food service and culinary arts, this session will provide ideas, resources, and pathways to help them compete, grow, and succeed.
Speakers
avatar for Ashleigh VanHoose

Ashleigh VanHoose

Kentucky FCCLA State Adviser, Kentucky Department of Education
Kentucky FCCLA State Adviser
avatar for Amy Harris
RC

Rich Cleaves

ProStart Coordinator, Kentucky Restauraunt Association Educati
I am a 40-year veteran in the restaurant industry. I have been the Coordinator for the ProStart program for almost three years. 
SS

Shannon Stevens

Kentucky Department of Agriculture
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Carroll Ford - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

1:00pm EDT

Finger Paints and Future Careers: Making Sense of ECE-TRIS
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Stanley - East - 3rd Floor
A practical, teacher-friendly session for FCS educators on how to use Kentucky's ECE-TRIS program to guide students, support stackable credentials, and strengthen early childhood career pathways.
Speakers
avatar for Stephanie Phillips

Stephanie Phillips

Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher, Ashland Independent Schools
Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Stanley - East - 3rd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

1:00pm EDT

The Portrait of an Effective Teacher: What Well-Rounded Excellence Looks Like
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Wilson - East - 3rd Floor
What does it truly mean to be a well-rounded educator? This session breaks down the core components of effective teaching from strong instructional strategies and classroom culture to communication, adaptability, and professional mindset. Participants will reflect on their own practice and identify key areas that strengthen their impact in the classroom.
Speakers
DI

Debbie Isaacs

Clinical Educator, Eastern Kentucky University
Clinical Educator
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Wilson - East - 3rd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

1:00pm EDT

Welcome to the Real World: From Classroom to Client
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Breathitt - East - 2nd Floor
This session will provide educators with ready-to-use activities to move from traditional, simulated assignments to authentic, project-based learning experiences for Fashion and Interior Design, Culinary and Food Services and Early Childhood Education. Projects include: HGTV Design Challenges, Child Subscription Box, Preschool Sensory Bins, Personal Stylist Project, Cooking with Kids Collab, Wok Around the World, Tuesday Treats, Color Consults, Children's Literature Ornament Project, and more! We will demonstrate some of the activities, but give standards, rubrics and directions for all so you can implement them in August with minimal prep!
Speakers
EA

Emily Arnold

Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher, Garrard County High School
Family and Consumer Sciences teacher
AB
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Breathitt - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

1:00pm EDT

Sew with Us: Sawtooth Stars potholders
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
Are you new to sewing and ready to build your skills? Bring your sewing machine, four coordinating fat quarters, and your thinking cap! In this hands-on session, participants will learn how to construct sawtooth stars by creating a functional pot holder. This beginner friendly project is ideal for FCS essentials and Fashion 1, offering a practical way to teach foundational sewing skills, precision, and design concepts while producing a classroom ready sample.
Speakers
avatar for Rosemary Stone

Rosemary Stone

FCS Teacher, Shelby County High School
FCS Teacher
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Lauren Ray

Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher, Anderson County High School
Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

3:00pm EDT

Culture Before Curriculum- The invisible foundation of success (Building Culture in the Culinary Classroom)
Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Carroll Ford - East - 2nd Floor
Before students master recipes, they must first master culture. This session explores how intentionally building expectations around respect, responsibility, communication, and professionalism creates a kitchen classroom that runs smoothly and develops confident, capable leaders. Learn how setting the bar high from day one transforms both behavior and student success.
Speakers
SR

Stephen (Rick) Cassidy

Teacher, Lincoln County ATC
Teacher
Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Carroll Ford - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

3:00pm EDT

Interview Bootcamp
Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Breathitt - East - 2nd Floor
Ditch the worksheets and lecture and spend a week playing Interview Bootcamp in your classroom! During this session I will lay out your week of interview bootcamp that consists of stations, guest speakers, role playing, job search, and mock interviews to transform your students into top notch candidates in todays job market!
Speakers
avatar for McKenzie Whitis

McKenzie Whitis

Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher, Bowling Green High School
Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher
Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Breathitt - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

3:00pm EDT

Raising the Bar: Strengthening EOP Performance
Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Stanley - East - 3rd Floor
What if one intentional change to your instructional approach could dramatically improve student outcomes? After implementing one focused adjustment, my EOP results improved from 60% proficiency to 100%. This session breaks down the strategy, the reasoning behind it, and how you can replicate the process to increase rigor, engagement, and assessment readiness in your own classroom.
Speakers
MK

Megan Kinkade

FCS Teacher, North Hardin High School
FCS Teacher
Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Stanley - East - 3rd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

3:00pm EDT

When Teens Teach: FCS Students as Mentors, Leaders, and Role Models
Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Wilson - East - 3rd Floor
How to implement an effective student-led elementary school program before or after school. Could appeal to ECE or Fundamentals of Teaching Pathways.
Speakers
CK

Caylen Knight

FCS Teacher, Cooper High School
FCS Teacher
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Susan Dews

Larry A. Ryle High School

Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Wilson - East - 3rd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

4:00pm EDT

KATFCS Region 1, 2, and 3 Meeting
Tuesday July 21, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Cochran - West - 3rd Floor
Join your region to discuss regional business and make plans for KATFCS and FCCLA! Dont miss it.
Speakers
RP
Tuesday July 21, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Cochran - West - 3rd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

4:00pm EDT

KATFCS Region 11, 12, and 13 Meeting
Tuesday July 21, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Coe - East - 3rd Floor
Join your region to discuss regional business and make plans for KATFCS and FCCLA! Dont miss it.
Speakers
RP
Tuesday July 21, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Coe - East - 3rd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

4:00pm EDT

KATFCS Region 14 Meeting
Tuesday July 21, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Azalea - West - 2nd Floor
Join your region to discuss regional business and make plans for KATFCS and FCCLA! Dont miss it.
Speakers
RP
Tuesday July 21, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Azalea - West - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

4:00pm EDT

KATFCS Region 15 Meeting
Tuesday July 21, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
Join your region to discuss regional business and make plans for KATFCS and FCCLA! Dont miss it.
Speakers
RP
Tuesday July 21, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

4:00pm EDT

KATFCS Region 4 Meeting
Tuesday July 21, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Breathitt - East - 2nd Floor
Join your region to discuss regional business and make plans for KATFCS and FCCLA! Dont miss it.
Speakers
RP
Tuesday July 21, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Breathitt - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

4:00pm EDT

KATFCS Region 5 Meeting
Tuesday July 21, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Stopher - East - 3rd Floor
Join your region to discuss regional business and make plans for KATFCS and FCCLA! Dont miss it.
Speakers
RP
Tuesday July 21, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Stopher - East - 3rd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

4:00pm EDT

KATFCS Region 6 Meeting
Tuesday July 21, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Wilson - East - 3rd Floor
Join your region to discuss regional business and make plans for KATFCS and FCCLA! Dont miss it.
Speakers
RP
Tuesday July 21, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Wilson - East - 3rd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

4:00pm EDT

KATFCS Region 7 Meeting
Tuesday July 21, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Sampson - East - 1st Floor
Join your region to discuss regional business and make plans for KATFCS and FCCLA! Dont miss it.
Speakers
RP
Tuesday July 21, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Sampson - East - 1st Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

4:00pm EDT

KATFCS Region 9 and 10 Meeting
Tuesday July 21, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Stanley - East - 3rd Floor
Join your region to discuss regional business and make plans for KATFCS and FCCLA! Dont miss it.
Speakers
RP
Tuesday July 21, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Stanley - East - 3rd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences
 
Wednesday, July 22
 

8:00am EDT

“Booked for Success” A Back-to-School Hospitality and Tourism Experience
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Wilson - East - 3rd Floor
Students start the year booked for success through engaging projects that reflect real hospitality and tourism careers. This back-to-school experience encourages creativity, responsibility, and collaboration while helping students build confidence and workplace-ready skills from day one.
Speakers
avatar for Katherine Blackard

Katherine Blackard

Family Consumer Sciences Teacher, Henry Clay High School, Fayette County Public Schools
Family Consumer Sciences Teacher
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Wilson - East - 3rd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

8:00am EDT

Making Nutrition Fun: Hands-On Games and Activities
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Carroll Ford - East - 2nd Floor
This session includes a clear overview of current nutrition guidelines, from the evolution of earlier models like the classic food pyramid and the MyPlate balanced-plate model to today’s 2026 inverted food pyramid. Participants will look at easy, relatable ways to teach nutrient-dense eating habits, such as emphasizing whole grains, dairy, vegetables, fruits, healthy fats, and high-quality protein. They will also learn how to help students understand moderation with added sugars and ultra-processed foods in ways that relate to teens' daily decisions.
Speakers
AS
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Carroll Ford - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

8:00am EDT

No Loose Threads! A Guide to Smooth Sewing Labs
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Stanley - East - 3rd Floor
An organized sewing lab supports safety, efficiency, and student success. This session focuses on practical systems for managing a sewing lab, including tool organization, material storage, inventory tracking, machine maintenance routines, and student accountability procedures. Attendees will explore strategies to reduce downtime, prevent equipment loss, and create a lab environment that allows instruction to run smoothly. Attendees will leave with adaptable ideas and ready-to-use systems to keep their sewing labs running seamlessly, with no loose threads left behind.
Speakers
LR

Lauren Ray

Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher, Anderson County High School
Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Stanley - East - 3rd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

8:00am EDT

NTI First-Year Teachers Session: FCS Classroom Instruction
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
This session guides NTI first-year teachers in understanding and applying career pathway standards effectively to enhance student learning. Join us for a practical, encouraging introduction to the key things every first‑year FCS teacher needs to know.
Speakers
avatar for Kayla Howard

Kayla Howard

Family and Consumer Sciences Program Consultant, Kentucky Department of Education - Office of Career & Technical Education
FCS Teacher
avatar for Ashleigh VanHoose

Ashleigh VanHoose

Kentucky FCCLA State Adviser, Kentucky Department of Education
Kentucky FCCLA State Adviser
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

8:00am EDT

Playschool: Little Learners, Student Leaders
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Breathitt - East - 2nd Floor
Make the leap and start a playschool experience for your ECE students. Learn all the ins and outs of running your own playschool program!
Speakers
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Lyndsey Mason

Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher, Lincoln County High School
Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Breathitt - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

8:00am EDT

FCS Nook
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
The FCS Nook is designed to provide FCS teachers with a space to ask questions, pay membership dues, pick up resources and fellowship with FCS colleagues. Scholarship baskets will be showcased.
Speakers
KB
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

9:00am EDT

Classroom to Capitol: Why Advocacy Matters
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Wilson - East - 3rd Floor
Advocacy is essential to sustaining and strengthening educational programs. In this session, participants will explore the vital connection between classroom impact and legislative awareness. From telling your program’s story to building relationships with policymakers, educators will learn why advocacy is not optional — it is necessary. Attendees will gain insight into how proactive communication helps legislators understand the value of their programs, supports funding and policy decisions, and ensures long-term growth and protection for Career and Technical Education.
Speakers
avatar for Kayla Howard

Kayla Howard

Family and Consumer Sciences Program Consultant, Kentucky Department of Education - Office of Career & Technical Education
FCS Teacher
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Wilson - East - 3rd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

9:00am EDT

Hands‑On ECE: Field Trips, Routines, and Real‑World Teaching Opportunities
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Breathitt - East - 2nd Floor
This session will explore innovative ways to partner your ECE pathway with childcare centers and classrooms through ongoing, real-world learning experiences. Discover opportunities beyond traditional work-based learning or co-op models that allow students to engage with children on a regular basis throughout the school year. Participants will explore field trip and partnership ideas adaptable for districts of all sizes and leave with practical resources including sample field trip forms, lesson plans, routines and procedures, and insights from students who have participated in these experiences firsthand.
Speakers
avatar for Kasey Markwell

Kasey Markwell

Teacher, Bullitt Central High School
Teacher
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Breathitt - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

9:00am EDT

How to Teach Recipe Costing and EP vs AP: How They Work Together
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Carroll Ford - East - 2nd Floor
We will discuss how EP vs. AP impacts recipe costing and show easy ways to demonstrate and teach both these topics to students. This is a critical skill for any student who wants to work in the food and beverage industry to know in order to be successful. The concept also applies to other professions. You have to know what it costs to make something in order to know how much to charge!
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Michael Riggs Ph.D. CEC CCA WCEC

Dr. Michael Riggs Ph.D. CEC CCA WCEC

Corporate Executive Chef Arcadia Communities, ACF Education Committee KY Chapter, Arcadia Communities
Corporate Executive Chef Arcadia Communities, ACF Education Committee KY Chapter
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Chef Tammy Inscoe

Program Coordinator Culinary Arts Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College, Associate Professor, ACF Board of Directors KY Chapter, Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College
Program Coordinator Culinary Arts Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College, Associate Professor, ACF Board of Directors KY Chapter
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Carroll Ford - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

9:00am EDT

NTI First-Year Teachers Session: FCCLA
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
This session empowers first-year teachers with strategies to develop student leadership, communication, and career skills through FCCLA, and provides practical tips for effective chapter management.
Speakers
avatar for Ashleigh VanHoose

Ashleigh VanHoose

Kentucky FCCLA State Adviser, Kentucky Department of Education
Kentucky FCCLA State Adviser
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

9:00am EDT

Wealth and Wisdom - How to Become a Financial Warrior
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Stanley - East - 3rd Floor
Join us for a dive into the heart of financial elements such as budgeting, credit/debt, taxes, social security, retirement, and estate planning. Especially for our students, harnessing the power of Roth IRAs is essential for their future. Bring your questions, and together we'll share wisdom and become financial warriors.
Speakers
avatar for Erin Guilfoil

Erin Guilfoil

Financial Planner, Bookends Financial Planning
Financial Planner
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Stanley - East - 3rd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

10:00am EDT

*CANCELLED* Engagement-More than an Educational Buzzword!
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Wilson - East - 3rd Floor
This session has been cancelled.

Many leaders agree engagement is vital, yet do you have actual strategies to execute it? Participants will be able to plan, practice, and implement engaging learning strategies in their Family and Consumer Sciences courses. Come share techniques that work and learn some new ways to engage learners!
Speakers
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Marcia Rehage

Family Consumer Sciences Educator, Boone County Schools
Family Consumer Sciences Educator
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Wilson - East - 3rd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

10:00am EDT

Becoming Self-Sufficient with Home-Based Processing
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Carroll Ford - East - 2nd Floor
Increase student achievement, strengthen community ties, and build your programs School-Based Enterprise while keeping it simple. Learn best practices of integrating Home-Based Processing into your classroom by integrating standards, standardizing grading criteria, and selecting menu items.
Speakers
avatar for Jon Larmee

Jon Larmee

Culinary Teacher, JCPS, Fern Creek High School
Culinary Teacher, JCPS
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Carroll Ford - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

10:00am EDT

Beyond the Classroom: The Power of Community Service
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
Community service is more than an activity; it is a powerful tool for building student character, leadership, and real-world connections. This session explores why meaningful service experiences are vital to student growth, school culture, and community impact. Participants will examine how service strengthens career readiness, fosters civic responsibility, and increases program visibility within the community. Additionally, educators will learn how intentional service initiatives help legislators and local leaders better understand, value, and support your program.
Speakers
avatar for Tammy Camel

Tammy Camel

FCS Teacher, Rockcastle County High School
FCS Teacher
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

10:00am EDT

Tech Assisted FCS Systems- Let AI lighten your workload in the FCS classroom and lab
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Breathitt - East - 2nd Floor
Wearing too many hats? Feeling like you can't get your head "above water" with daily tasks? Need to lighten your workload in your classroom and lab? This is the session for you! Join us as we discuss some basic AI tools that will save you time & energy in the FCS classroom & lab. We will share our simple system swaps that have made our classrooms run more smoothly and efficiently.
Speakers
avatar for Emily Isaacs

Emily Isaacs

FCS Educator, Jessamine Career & Technology Center (JCTC)
FCS Educator
avatar for Hanna Hager

Hanna Hager

FCS Educator, Jessamine Career & Technology Center (JCTC)
FCS Educator
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Breathitt - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

10:00am EDT

The University of Louisville Cardinal CDA Goes to High School!
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Stanley - East - 3rd Floor
The Early Childhood Research Center at the University of Louisville College of Education and Human Development has spent the past year creating a Child Development Associate (CDA) course for high school students. We would love to share samples of lessons with you today. The course was designed by an educator of 40 years, and we are proud to say it is teacher-friendly. We will share a few of the modules and lessons and DO some of the associated activities, remembering JOY is the foundation for all learning.
Speakers
avatar for Michele Hemenway Pullen

Michele Hemenway Pullen

Project Specialist, Michele Hemenway Pullen,Educational Consulting
Project Specialist
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Stanley - East - 3rd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

1:00pm EDT

Back to School and Back to Standards: Refreshing Middle School FCS
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
Kick off the new school year with a fresh look at the updated Middle School Family and Consumer Sciences curriculum and standards. In this engaging, back-to-school themed session, participants will unpack key updates, clarify expectations, and explore practical strategies for aligning instruction with the revised standards. Teachers will collaborate, share ideas, and leave with renewed clarity and confidence for implementing the curriculum in ways that are developmentally appropriate, hands-on, and meaningful for middle school learners.
Speakers
avatar for Kayla Howard

Kayla Howard

Family and Consumer Sciences Program Consultant, Kentucky Department of Education - Office of Career & Technical Education
FCS Teacher
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

1:00pm EDT

Culinary and Food Services Skill Share
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Carroll Ford - East - 2nd Floor
Turn up the heat on our traditional roundtables! Jump into fast-paced conversations around 3 hot topics, packed with practical tips, ready-to-use resources, and ideas you'll be excited to take back to the kitchen or classroom.
Speakers
LC

Liz Crump

FCS Teacher, Jessamine Career & Technology Center (JCTC)
FCS Teacher
ET

Emily Toombs

Teacher, Randall K. Cooper High School
Teacher
AW
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Carroll Ford - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

1:00pm EDT

Elements and Principles of Design - How to teach these concepts in FCS classes
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Stanley - East - 3rd Floor
This session will go beyond defining the terminology behind the elements and principles of design into how they interact and impact each other. Participants will learn hands-on ways to teach these concepts in an FCS class, with a specific focus on FCS Essentials and/or Fashion and Interior Design classes.
Speakers
avatar for Angela Dial, PhD

Angela Dial, PhD

Assistant Professor, Eastern Kentucky University
Assistant Professor
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Stanley - East - 3rd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

1:00pm EDT

Incorporating "Portrait of a Learner" in the classroom, lab, and CTSO's
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Wilson - East - 3rd Floor
Looking for ways to make Portrait of a Learner more engaging for high school students? Join us as we share creative ideas—and collaborate on yours—for designing interactive lessons, projects, CTSO activities, and events that create meaningful connections for students and positively impact the community.
Speakers
avatar for Hanna Hager

Hanna Hager

FCS Educator, Jessamine Career & Technology Center (JCTC)
FCS Educator
MB

Madison Barnhart

FCS Educator, Jessamine Career & Technology Center (JCTC)
FCS Educator
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Wilson - East - 3rd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

1:00pm EDT

Strengthening Child Development Instruction: Using KET and PBS Resources in High School FCS Classrooms
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Breathitt - East - 2nd Floor
High School Family and Consumer Sciences programs help shape the next generation of early childhood educators and family support professionals. This session explores how KET, PBS KIDS, and PBS LearningMedia resources can bring child development concepts to life through multimedia, hands-on learning, and real-world application. Participants will discover engaging strategies that connect play-based learning, early childhood standards, and career exploration in meaningful, classroom-ready ways.
Speakers
avatar for Holly Ackerman

Holly Ackerman

Early Childhood Outreach Manager, Kentucky Educational Television (KET)
Early Childhood Outreach Manager
avatar for Emily Cornett

Emily Cornett

Early Childhood Outreach Specialist, Kentucky Educational Television (KET)
Early Childhood Outreach Specialist
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Breathitt - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

3:00pm EDT

A Creative CTE Collaboration - Teddy Bear Hospital
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Breathitt - East - 2nd Floor
The Teddy Bear Hospital transforms healthcare into a safe, playful, hands-on experience for young children. Kindergarten students will bring their favorite stuffed animal or doll and explore interactive “treatment areas” like the operating room, radiology lab, and routine exam stations. HOSA and FCCLA members will guide children through each experience while teaching them about healthcare in a fun, age-appropriate way. More than just play, this experience helps children build confidence, curiosity, and comfort in medical settings through creativity, collaboration, and connection.
Speakers
avatar for Emily Alexander

Emily Alexander

Teacher, FCS, Madison Southern High School
Teacher, FCS
MS
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Breathitt - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

3:00pm EDT

Inside Today’s Hospitality Industry: Trends, Travel, and Career Pathways
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Wilson - East - 3rd Floor
Presented from the perspective of a destination marketing professional, this session offers a high-level look at current hospitality and tourism trends, visitor behavior, and destination development. Participants will gain insight into how destinations compete, attract visitors, and support major events. The session will also outline common career pathways and opportunities within the industry, helping educators better understand the professional landscape their students may enter.
Speakers
avatar for Nicole Fitzpatrick

Nicole Fitzpatrick

Community Relations Manager, Louisville Tourism
I have been working with Louisville Tourism for 18 years.  Oversee Urban Bourbon Trail, DEI, community engagement, workforce development, speaker forum, and the restaurant liaison.  Enjoy traveling and sharing shining light on all that Louisville has to offer.
avatar for Jessica Dillree

Jessica Dillree

Associate Director of Marketing, Louisville Tourism, Louisville Tourism
Associate Director of Marketing, Louisville Tourism
RM

Rosanne Mastin

Communications & Public Affairs Manager, Louisville Tourism

Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Wilson - East - 3rd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

3:00pm EDT

Member Burnout and Managing Members
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
We’ve all been there: the endless to-do lists, the competitive event deadlines, and the pressure to keep every member engaged. But you can’t lead a chapter if your own battery is at 0%. Join us for a candid conversation on identifying the "flicker" of burnout in yourself and your members. We’ll dive into practical strategies for delegating without the guilt, setting boundaries that stick, and reigniting the passion for FCCLA in your chapter.
Speakers
AS
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

3:00pm EDT

NTI Year 2: Meet and Greet and Wrap-Up
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Morrow - East - 3rd Floor
This NTI Year 2 session is designed for FCS teachers who are ready to strengthen their classroom practice while taking their FCCLA advising to the next level. We’ll revisit key elements of the FCS curriculum and Kentucky standards, then focus on expanding your FCCLA expertise—chapter development, officer leadership, competitive event preparation, and strategies for building a strong, sustainable program. You’ll leave with practical tools and resources to elevate both your instruction and your FCCLA chapter in your second year.
Speakers
avatar for Kayla Howard

Kayla Howard

Family and Consumer Sciences Program Consultant, Kentucky Department of Education - Office of Career & Technical Education
FCS Teacher
avatar for Ashleigh VanHoose

Ashleigh VanHoose

Kentucky FCCLA State Adviser, Kentucky Department of Education
Kentucky FCCLA State Adviser
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Morrow - East - 3rd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

3:00pm EDT

Spot the Scam: Current Financial Fraud Trends and Prevention
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Stanley - East - 3rd Floor
As financial scams become more advanced and harder to detect, awareness is the first line of defense. This session will review emerging fraud trends, including social engineering, synthetic identity fraud, real-time payment scams, and digital impersonation. Participants will leave with increased knowledge and practical tools to help students recognize risks and make informed financial decisions.
Speakers
avatar for Tom Anonson

Tom Anonson

President & CEO, Class Act Federal Credit Union
President & CEO
avatar for Germaine Randolph

Germaine Randolph

Vice President of Sales and Service, Class Act Federal Credit Union
Vice President of Sales and Service
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Stanley - East - 3rd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

3:00pm EDT

You Eat with Your Eyes First: Teaching Students the Art of Plate Presentation and Design
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Carroll Ford - East - 2nd Floor
This session presents the fundamentals of plate presentation and design, from selecting the right plate to the importance of how food is prepped and cooked for the final garnish. Presentation is critical in the culinary industry as a driver for success whether your students want to work in the restaurant industry or own a catering, bakery, private chef, or cake decorating business. It does not matter how great the food is if it is not presented well, "The First Bite is With Your Eyes". We will also demonstrate a few basic food photography tips to show off your students' work.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Michael Riggs Ph.D. CEC CCA WCEC

Dr. Michael Riggs Ph.D. CEC CCA WCEC

Corporate Executive Chef Arcadia Communities, ACF Education Committee KY Chapter, Arcadia Communities
Corporate Executive Chef Arcadia Communities, ACF Education Committee KY Chapter
CT

Chef Tammy Inscoe

Program Coordinator Culinary Arts Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College, Associate Professor, ACF Board of Directors KY Chapter, Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College
Program Coordinator Culinary Arts Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College, Associate Professor, ACF Board of Directors KY Chapter
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Carroll Ford - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

4:00pm EDT

*CANCELLED* From Telling to Showing: Transforming Teacher Preparation in the Fundamentals of Teaching Pathway
Wednesday July 22, 2026 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Wilson - East - 3rd Floor
This session has been cancelled.

How do we teach professionalism, ethics, law, and education careers without putting students to sleep? This session models exactly how to turn Unit 1’s driest content—FERPA, ethics, governance, and career pathways—into active, memorable learning. Instead of lecturing about what teachers should do, participants will experience hands-on strategies that help students practice being professionals from day one. You’ll rotate through four fast-paced mini-activities you can take straight back to your classroom.
Speakers
KG

Kerrie Grider

FCS Teacher, Boyle County High School
FCS Teacher
Wednesday July 22, 2026 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Wilson - East - 3rd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

4:00pm EDT

Bringing Vocabulary to Life in the Classroom
Wednesday July 22, 2026 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
Looking to boost your vocabulary instruction with activities kids love? Are you sick of passing out lists for students to copy with little interaction in return? Come and explore fun, ready-to-use resources for your classroom to explore creative and high-impact vocabulary strategies.
Speakers
avatar for Brianna Guy-Patterson

Brianna Guy-Patterson

Teacher, Bell County High School
Teacher
Wednesday July 22, 2026 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Nunn - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

4:00pm EDT

Foundations of Child Services 1 and 2
Wednesday July 22, 2026 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Breathitt - East - 2nd Floor
This session will walk through the Child services 1
Speakers
avatar for Rosemary Stone

Rosemary Stone

FCS Teacher, Shelby County High School
FCS Teacher
Wednesday July 22, 2026 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Breathitt - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

4:00pm EDT

Practical Lesson Plans For High School Culinary
Wednesday July 22, 2026 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Dogwood - West - 3rd Floor
This session is based on actual input from teachers who have participated in our annual Teachers Institute at Sullivan University. Their greatest challenge was to generate ideas for demonstrations and hands-on activities that could be performed within a short period of time. Attendees will walk away with demo recipes, ideas and resources to improve the student experience.
Speakers
DC

Derek Carty

Chef Representative, Sullivan University, Sullivan University
Chef Representative, Sullivan University
DW
avatar for Isaiah McAtee

Isaiah McAtee

Isaiah McAtee
Wednesday July 22, 2026 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Dogwood - West - 3rd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

4:00pm EDT

Winning the Gavel
Wednesday July 22, 2026 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Stanley - East - 3rd Floor
Ready to take your parliamentary procedure team to state or nationals? This session moves beyond the main motion to master complex subsidiary and incidental motions, the written test, and the 20-minute demonstration. Participants will break down the rubric, practice the "previous question," and perfect the art of amending an amendment. It is a must-attend for any advisor or team looking to ace their next competition.
Speakers
avatar for Ashleigh VanHoose

Ashleigh VanHoose

Kentucky FCCLA State Adviser, Kentucky Department of Education
Kentucky FCCLA State Adviser
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Lacie Laws

FCCLA VP for Parliamentary Law

Wednesday July 22, 2026 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Stanley - East - 3rd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences

6:00pm EDT

KY Jump$tart Coalition Annual Awards Dinner
Wednesday July 22, 2026 6:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
Violet - West - 2nd Floor
By invitation only, this is a collaborative effort between the St. Louis Federal Reserve and KY Jump$tart. The 2026 Teacher of the Year, the 2026 Student of the Year, and Kentucky Master Teacher of Personal Finance Program recipients will be recognized.
Speakers
avatar for Amanda Geiger

Amanda Geiger

Senior Economic Education Specialist, Federal Reserve Bank of St Louis
Before joining the St. Louis Fed, Geiger was a Florida public high school teacher for over 12 years. She has also served as a reader and table leader for the College Board AP Macroeconomics exam. She was recognized with a Regional Economic Educator and Leadership Award by the Florida... Read More →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 6:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
Violet - West - 2nd Floor
  Business and Marketing
 
Thursday, July 23
 

8:30am EDT

KATFCS Awards Brunch and Business Session (RSVP Required)
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Ballroom C - East - 2nd Floor
This session is hosted by the KATFCS Board. All FCS teachers are encouraged to attend. Join us as we celebrate award winners and conduct official business.
Speakers
LS

Laura Spiegelhalter

FCS Teacher, DuPont Manual High School
FCS Teacher
KB
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Ballroom C - East - 2nd Floor
  Family and Consumer Sciences
 

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