Transforming Your School StoreExplore how a school store can evolve from a small, limited space into a full-scale retail operation that serves both the school and the surrounding community. Using a real-world transformationfrom a store in a closet to a 1,200 square foot retail space with public access where students learn modern retail strategies, creative revenue generation, and cross-program collaboration. We will focus on product diversification beyond clothing, and how an entire CTE department can work together to raise funds that support multiple programs. Focus will be on promotions, product, equipment, public outreach, charitable giving and how to manage growth. Additionally, I will share what works for us and some contacts to help you get started on your own growth journey.
Unlock the full potential of MBA Research resources to give your students a competitive edge in DECA and FBLA competitions. This session focuses on navigating the MBA Research "State Connection" and Learning Center to find high-aligned content that maps directly to competitive event performance indicators.
This is the first meeting of the Kentucky Master Agriculture Teachers Class VI. During this session, we will review the schedule for the next two years, program expectations, and additional information related to the program.
Learn how to transform student jobs into meaningful career readiness experiences through a structured Business co-op course system. This session will share practical strategies for verifying student employment, tracking work schedules, reviewing check stubs, building resumes, and conducting employer and student evaluations. Participants will gain tools and processes that help connect part-time employment to skill development and career preparation. Attendees will leave with ready-to-use ideas that strengthen accountability while supporting student growth.
Enrich your business class with a project that combines profit with purpose! Learn about Canopy KY, a "Business Beyond Profit" enhancement to the business curriculum, teaching students how to solve a community problem by creating a business that benefits all community stakeholders involved!
