2026 KACTE Summer Program: Full Schedule

How can we move math and science into real-world application? This interactive session highlights a proven model for integrating core standards with the Biomedical Science pathway. Learn strategies for project design, implementation, industry engagement, and assessment—while also gaining insights from a biomedical sciences master teacher on interdisciplinary collaboration. Participants will collaborate to begin developing integrated lessons and projects.

Speakers

Dr. Julye Adams

Biomedical Sciences Faculty, Elkhorn Crossing School, Elkhorn Crossing School

Biomedical Sciences Faculty, Elkhorn Crossing School

Taylor Cash

Science Teacher, Elkhorn Crossing School

Science Teacher

Adam Peters

Math Teacher, Elkhorn Crossing School

Math Teacher

Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Brown - East - 2nd Floor

Healthcare

Audience Healthcare

3:00pm EDT

Teaching Allied Health Made Simple

Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT

Brown - East - 2nd Floor

Are you looking for an easy way to teach Allied Health? The Depco Health Care Units are a great way for your students to do an independent study with hands on experience. You can also incorporate HOSA competitive events to extend the length of the class. It could also lead to job shadowing opportunities.

Speakers

Jarratt Bryan

Kentucky Regional Manager, Learning Labs, Inc.

I have been with Learning Labs for 31 years. For 25 of those years, I was a technical writing managing our development department. In 2020, I assumed the role of Kentucky Regional Manager and have fallen in love with the Commonwealth and its amazing people. Learning Labs is... Read More →

Verna Stacy

Allied Health Teacher, Breathitt County ATC

Allied Health teacher

Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Brown - East - 2nd Floor

Healthcare

Audience Healthcare

4:00pm EDT

Empowering Instruction: Effective Strategies for Teaching Medical Terminology

Tuesday July 21, 2026 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT

Brown - East - 2nd Floor

Medical terminology is a foundational skill for all health science learners, yet many students struggle with the volume, complexity, and abstract nature of medical language. This session equips educators with a toolkit of evidence-based instructional strategies that make medical terminology accessible, memorable, and engaging. Participants will explore practical techniques that support diverse learners, strengthen vocabulary retention, and foster deeper comprehensionwhile reducing cognitive overload.Through interactive demonstrations, collaborative discussions, and ready-to-use classroom examples, attendees will learn how to scaffold instruction, integrate real-world applications, and leverage technology to enhance understanding. This session emphasizes strategies that promote active learning, including morphological analysis, visual mapping, chunking, gamification, and contextualized case-based learning. Educators will leave with adaptable resources and renewed confidence in teaching complex terminology effectively.

Speakers

Dr. Condra Ledford, DNP, RN

Health Science Instructor, Henry Clay High School

Tuesday July 21, 2026 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Brown - East - 2nd Floor

Healthcare

Audience Healthcare

8:00am EDT

The Power of Collaboration: Making Learning Relevant for Health Science Students

Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT

Brown - East - 2nd Floor

Have you ever heard a student ask, "When will I ever use this in real life?" Discover how you can work with core teachers at your school to make learning relevant to students' future careers.

Speakers

Patti Fitzpatrick

Health Science Teacher, Tates Creek High School

Health Science Teacher

Becky Baker

Allied Health Teacher, Tates Creek High School

Allied Health Teacher

Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Brown - East - 2nd Floor

Healthcare

Audience Healthcare

9:00am EDT

Simulation Without the Stress: Best Practices for Teaching, Not Grading, in CTE Healthcare Programs

Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT

Brown - East - 2nd Floor

Designed for secondary and postsecondary CTE healthcare educators, this session reframes simulation as a budget-friendly, formative learning tool rather than a high-stakes performance test. Grounded in national best-practice standards, participants will learn how to facilitate the full simulation cycle—prebriefing, execution, and debriefing—to build student clinical judgment and confidence. The presentation provides practical, low-cost strategies and structured assessment tools tailored for pathways like CNA, pre-nursing, and EMS. Ultimately, attendees will leave with ready-to-use resources to align psychologically safe simulations with course outcomes, regardless of their budget or setting.

Speakers

Dr. Tracy Jenkins, DNP, RN, CNE

Biomedical Innovation Academy Teacher, Warren County Public Schools (WCPS) - IMPACT Center for Leadership and Innovation

Biomedical Innovation Academy teacher

Dr. Kim Pharris DNP, RN, CHSE

Nursing Faculty, Warren County Public Schools - IMPACT Center

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Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Brown - East - 2nd Floor

Healthcare

Audience Healthcare

10:00am EDT

Healthcare Roundtables

Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT

Brown - East - 2nd Floor

This interactive session engages health science teachers in small-group roundtable discussions focused on current healthcare trends, classroom strategies, and workforce readiness skills. Participants rotate through structured conversations, sharing experiences, exploring real-world challenges, and exchanging best practices. Roundtable discussions are designed to encourage collaboration, allowing educators to learn from multiple perspectives and gain practical ideas they can apply immediately in their programs.

Roundtable Presentations & Facilitators

Teddy Bear Fair – Kayla Thompson & Makenna Stewart
Hosting a Blood Drive – Audrey Franzen
Medical Math – James Davis
KY HSEA (Kentucky Health Science Educators Association) – Condra Ledford
Build a Healthcare Professional Project – Summer Cruse
Planning with AI – Jessica Knight
HOSA (Future Health Professionals) – Susan Readnower
Regional & Competitive Events Preparation – Jennifer Shoemake & Angie Harlan
PCT (Patient Care Technician) – Teresa Kirk
MNA (Medicaid Nurse Aide) – Teena Kissee
Biomedical Sciences – Julye Adams

Speakers

Susan Readnower

Adult/Tech Administrative Consultant I, KY HOSA State Advisor, KY HOSA/Kentucky Department of Education - Office of Career & Technical Education

Adult/Tech Administrative Consultant I, KY HOSA State Advisor

Joyce Parker

Healthcare Program Consultant, Kentucky Department of Education - Office of Career & Technical Education

Healthcare Program Consultant

Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Brown - East - 2nd Floor

Healthcare

Audience Healthcare

1:00pm EDT

Mind Matters: Caring for Mental Health, Anxiety, and Depression

Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT

Brown - East - 2nd Floor

This presentation will focus on the importance of mental well-being and provide an overview of anxiety and depression. Participants will learn to recognize common signs and symptoms, understand how these conditions affect daily life, and explore practical strategies for maintaining mental health. Attendees will receive 1.0 CE hours for nursing.

Speakers

Dr. Jennifer Shoemake

Dean of Mathematics and Sciences/Kentucky HOSA Competitive Events Coordinator, Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College

Dean of Mathematics and Sciences/Kentucky HOSA Competitive Events Coordinator

Dr. Angie Harlan

Dean of Nursing, Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College

Dean of Nursing

Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Brown - East - 2nd Floor

Healthcare

Audience Healthcare
Area Continuing Education

3:00pm EDT

Clinical Medical Assistant Programs: Steps to Building a Strong Foundation

Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT

Brown - East - 2nd Floor

This session will focus on the vital role of Medical Assistants in healthcare, supported by a projected 19% employment growth according to the U.S. Department of Labor. We will walk attendees through the essential steps for establishing a successful CTE Medical Assistant program, including course development, program approval, instructor qualifications, clinical partnerships, and certification alignment. Julie Frye, MA Instructor at Nelson County Area Technology Center, will share her expertise and best practices for building a thriving MA program. By the end, participants will be equipped to lead successful Medical Assistant programs that open doors to rewarding healthcare careers for students.

Speakers

Julie Frye

MA Instructor, Nelson County Area Technology Center

Cassandra Stutzman

Partnerships Manager, National Healthcareer Association

Partnerships Manager

Katie Peterson

Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Brown - East - 2nd Floor

Healthcare

Audience Healthcare

4:00pm EDT

Support and Supplies from SOS

Wednesday July 22, 2026 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT

Brown - East - 2nd Floor

SOS Education Program presentation is intended to introduce allied health teachers to our program and support with medical supplies, as well as update our current teacher partners on new procedures and opportunities.

Speakers

Chanda Powell Fowler

Education Manager, SOS

Education Manager

Wednesday July 22, 2026 4:00pm - 4:50pm EDT
Brown - East - 2nd Floor

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