Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell outlines KDAs long-term commitment to supporting agriculture education and updates from the Kentucky Department of Agriculture. Bethany Mattingly reviews outcomes from 2025-2026, updates on the 20262027 All In for Ag Education Weekshighlighting timelines, classroom resources, and opportunities for engagement before rolling into hands-on rotations with take aways ready for use
This session will cover the newest updates from National FFA regarding CDEs/LDEs, proficiency areas, programming, and more. Teachers will also have the opportunity to ask questions and gain clarification on any changes.
People Serving Animals!As an accredited Veterinary Technology program offered at the MedQuest College Lexington Campus we provide students with the technical training and applied learning experiences to graduate with the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree and earn their License as a Veterinary Technician (LVT). High school students from Agriculture, Animal Science, Biomedical Science, and other related pathways may transfer in specific dual credit college credits to meet some of the program curriculum requirements. The program is designed to train the next generation of highly skilled animal care providers that work alongside Medical Veterinarians with an expanded scope of practice. Students will learn the why (knowledge), the how (skills) behind veterinary medical science and ethical animal care (dispositions).
Program Director of Veterinary Technology, MedQuest College
Program Director, Veterinary Technology, Carrie Long has dedicated herself for over 20 years to the veterinary field, building her career from the ground up with a passion for animal care and education. She began as a Kennel Assistant before advancing to Veterinary Assistant and later... Read More →
This new session will provide an essential role orientation for new/recently hired Perkins coordinators and provide a useful refresher for anyone in any role seeking to deepen knowledge of Perkins V and associated compliance requirements. Session highlights include an overview of Perkins V; the Perkins funding allocation process; allowable/unallowable Perkins expenses; the Perkins CLNA process; the new Perkins Programs of Study application process; and a deep dive into new Perkins performance indicators. Please expect an interactive workshop format, and please bring your laptop. The session will also include a live demonstration of GMAP and provide real-time GMAP support for local ATC, district, and PS Perkins basic funding applications.
This new session was developed in direct response to conference feedback indicating strong interest in employer engagement resources. The session will demonstrate how intentional employer engagement drives high‑quality CTE program design, implementation, and funding eligibility. Perkins V emphasizes meaningful and continuous stakeholder engagement - including structured collaboration with employers - informing strategic decisions, validating program quality, and guiding state and local planning processes. This interactive presentation will equip participants with case studies and replicable strategies to build sustainable employer partnerships that enhance program relevance, improve student outcomes, and strengthen funding opportunities.
