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2026 KACTE Summer Program
Venue: Poplar - West - 3rd Floor clear filter
Tuesday, July 21
 

10:00am EDT

AP Cybersecurity and AP Networking
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Launching in 2026-2027, AP Cybersecurity prepares students for high-demand careers by blending rigorous academics with real-world, career-connected learning. AP Networking will launch in the 2027-28 school year and will help students learn about how networks are set up and connect so many parts of our lives. This session introduces the course framework, exam design, and work-aligned scenarios that develop essential technical and professional skills. No prior coding or cybersecurity experience is required. Learn how AP Cybersecurity and AP Networking fit into CTE pathways, engage industry partners, and expand access to future-ready opportunities for all students.
Speakers
avatar for Willis Holmes

Willis Holmes

2703395454, Hopkins County Career and Technology Center
Computer Science Teacher
Tuesday July 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Poplar - West - 3rd Floor

1:00pm EDT

Creative Futures: Media Arts Pathway Updates
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
An overview of recent updates to the Media Arts Pathway, highlighting how revised standards reflect current industry practices, emerging technologies, and evolving career opportunities in the creative sector. This session will clarify what has changed, the rationale behind the updates, and how the pathway supports student readiness for postsecondary education and workforce entry.
Speakers
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Tabitha Berger

859-609-5116, KDE
Computer Science and Media Arts
Tuesday July 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Poplar - West - 3rd Floor

3:00pm EDT

CertPREP Practice Tests, powered by GMetrix - Using the Features to the Fullest
Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
CertPREP Practice Tests, powered by Gmetrix are the BEST way to ensure your students are prepared for Certiport certifications! Join us to learn the best practices for utilizing this amazing resource in your classroom. We will discuss, giving your students access, creating customized exams to investigate specific content, aligning your practice exams to curriculum, and evaluating student progress with reporting.
Speakers
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Logan Staab

7852598674, Certiport
Specialist, Partnership Management, Certiport
Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Poplar - West - 3rd Floor

4:00pm EDT

Using Linux to Enhance Web Design Instruction
Tuesday July 21, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
After your students have designed their gorgeous websites, how can they share them with the world? The answer is a Linux web server! My district will never let students upload websites to the wide open Internet! I hear some of you say. Fear not! Its incredibly easy to have a local server where your students can upload their sites and only students in your classroom can see them. During this presentation, some of the things we will cover are 1) why exposure to Linux is important for budding web designers, 2) how you can setup Linux using just my Windows PC, 3) Linux commands any user should know, 4) and how students can connect and upload their work to a Linux server. Instructional videos and PDF cheat sheets will be provided that can be used free of charge in your classrooms.
Speakers
avatar for Jerry T. Smith

Jerry T. Smith

6062729113, Breathitt Co Area Technology Center
teacher
Tuesday July 21, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Poplar - West - 3rd Floor
 
Wednesday, July 22
 

8:00am EDT

Starting Strong: Foundations for Year One Computer Science and Media Arts Teachers
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 9:50am EDT
Designed specifically for year one Computer Science and Media Arts educators, this session provides a supportive on-ramp into the classroom for teachers new to the pathway, the content, or both. Participants will explore the foundational expectations, instructional mindset, and practical classroom strategies needed to launch a successful first year.
Speakers
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Tabitha Berger

859-609-5116, KDE
Computer Science and Media Arts
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Jermaine Poynter

2704549276, Kentucky SkillsUSA
SkillsUSA State Director
Wednesday July 22, 2026 8:00am - 9:50am EDT
Poplar - West - 3rd Floor

9:00am EDT

Incorporating STLP's CDA Events into Graphic Design
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Learn how to incorporate a variety of Creative Digital Arts (CDA) events from STLP into your Graphic Design classroom. Lesson plans, curriculum, and examples will be provided during this session.
Speakers
avatar for Lynn Schentrup

Lynn Schentrup

859-422-0040, ext. 50131, Bryan Station High School
I am a National Board Certified Media Arts Teacher (Graphic Design Pathway) at Bryan Station High School in Lexington, KY.  I have 21 years experience teaching.  I am the CTE Department Chair for my school as well as the Yearbook Advisor and an Athletics Game Manager.  Feel free... Read More →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Poplar - West - 3rd Floor

10:00am EDT

From Classroom to Factory Floor: Industry Immersion for Educators
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Educators play a critical role in shaping students' career awareness, yet many have limited exposure to today's high-impact industry careers. This session highlights a one-day industry immersion model that connects educators directly with modern manufacturing, construction, and other high-demand sectors. Participants will learn how this one-day immersion event and subsequent follow-up interaction can help teachers better understand industry needs and confidently integrate real-world career pathways into classroom instruction. Attendees will leave with practical strategies for designing and hosting educator immersion events that strengthen career awareness, relevance, and student engagement.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Vicki Berling

Dr. Vicki Berling

859.283.8164, Northern Kentucky Area Development District
Workforce Integrator, NKY Works
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Poplar - West - 3rd Floor

1:00pm EDT

Building Career Pathways with CYBER.ORG's No Cost Cybersecurity Curriculum
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Equip your students with the skills and knowledge needed for success in the cybersecurity field using CYBER.ORG's no-cost Career and Technical Education resources. Designed for all skill levels, from beginners to more experienced learners, these engaging, hands-on courses are aligned with CompTIA certification objectives, preparing students for industry-recognized credentials such as Security+, Network+, and Tech+. In this session, we'll explore how CYBER.ORG's curriculum can strengthen your cybersecurity program, empower the next generation of cyber professionals, and support students' paths to certifications that open doors to rewarding career opportunities. Participants will step into the roles of both attackers and defenders using the CYBER.ORG Range to experience a realistic cybersecurity scenario.
Speakers
avatar for Jeff Ramsey

Jeff Ramsey

318-841-9612, CYBER.ORG
Advanced Cybersecurity Advisor
avatar for John Holloway

John Holloway

318-841-9612, CYBER.ORG
Cybersecurity Advisor
Wednesday July 22, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Poplar - West - 3rd Floor

3:00pm EDT

Changing Students Lives with Certiport Industry Certifications
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Want to find new and exciting ways to help change students' lives to set them up for future success? Come join Logan Staab, your Certiport Specialist, and we will discuss how Certiport certifications can help students who are ready to continue their education past high school or who are just ready to jump into the workforce! Discussion will also include turning your classroom into a Certiport Test Center, ensuring student success on certification day, how to use the reporting available, and how to keep your students engaged and excited about your program.
Speakers
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Logan Staab

7852598674, Certiport
Specialist, Partnership Management, Certiport
Wednesday July 22, 2026 3:00pm - 3:50pm EDT
Poplar - West - 3rd Floor

4:00pm EDT

Implementing OpenEDG Industry-Recognized Certifications in CTE Pathways
Wednesday July 22, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
This session introduces Open Education and Development Group (OpenEDG) and its portfolio of industry-recognized certifications in programming, web development, and emerging technologies. Participants will explore how OpenEDG certifications can be embedded into CTE pathways to provide students with meaningful credentials aligned to workforce needs while supporting district and school funding opportunities. Attendees will gain a practical understanding of OpenEDG's certification pathways (entry-level through associate/professional), available FREE curriculum and learning resources, and the exam delivery and proctoring process. Participants will leave with actionable guidance on how to begin implementing OpenEDG certifications within their programs.
Speakers
avatar for OpenEDG

OpenEDG

Strategic Growth and Ops Director, Open Education and Development Group LLC
Contact: Roobed Trejo, [email protected]
Wednesday July 22, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Poplar - West - 3rd Floor
 
Thursday, July 23
 

8:00am EDT

Certiport: Choosing an Exam Delivery System
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
With the release of Compass Cloud, Certiport now offers multiple exam delivery options for students to use in obtaining certification. Come join Logan Staab your Certiport Specialist who will go into detail about Compass for Windows, Compass Cloud and Exams from Home which will help you choose what is best for your classroom. Discussion will include technical requirements, scheduling exams, exam offerings and support.
Speakers
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Logan Staab

7852598674, Certiport
Specialist, Partnership Management, Certiport
Thursday July 23, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Poplar - West - 3rd Floor
 
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