Name: Integrating Core Academics into CTE: A professional reflection of Math Pathways in CTE
Start: 2026-07-16T11:40:00-0500
End: 2026-07-16T12:40:00-0500

Integrating Core Academics into CTE: A professional reflection of Math Pathways in CTE

Thursday July 16, 2026 11:40am - 12:40pm CDT

Rooms 201 & 202

CTE is not separate from academics—it’s one of the most powerful ways to bring them to life. This panel explores how a school moved beyond isolated instruction to intentionally embed math, literacy, and science within Career and Technical Education. Participants will examine what meaningful integration looks like in practice and leave with strategies to strengthen rigor, increase relevance, and better prepare students for enlistment, enrollment, and employment.

Speakers

Adam Musto

Director of Computer Science Education, DCTE

Ross White

State Career and Technical Education Director, Arkansas Department of Education

Ross White, director of Career and Technical Education (CTE), has served as the state CTE director since May 2021, bringing extensive experience in secondary and statewide CTE leadership. He has led the update of the state Perkins V plan, the implementation of Success Ready Gradu... Read More →