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Wednesday, May 6
 

9:20am CDT

No More Novices: How AI is Replacing the “Junior” Role
Wednesday May 6, 2026 9:20am - 10:05am CDT
Artificial intelligence is rapidly automating the entry-level tasks that once served as the first rung of the career ladder, creating a unique challenge for today's Career and Technical Education students. This session examines the specific impacts of AI across different CTE clusters and explores how educators can shift their instructional focus toward the critical thinking, adaptability, and interpersonal skills that algorithms cannot replicate.
Speakers
avatar for Matt Sherrill

Matt Sherrill

Regional EdTech Coordinator, Learning Technology Center
Matt Sherrill (he/him) is a Regional Educational Technology Coordinator for the Learning Technology Center, serving Illinois’ East Central region. Always an early adopter, Matt is passionate about utilizing technology to drive impactful learning and supporting fellow educators as... Read More →
Wednesday May 6, 2026 9:20am - 10:05am CDT
Old Main - 1st Floor

10:15am CDT

Fusing High School with Community College: A Welding Dual Enrollment Cohort Pilot for Career Readiness
Wednesday May 6, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
As the demand for AI skills surges across industries, are your students equipped to leverage artificial intelligence effectively and ethically? Are you prepared to incorporate and teach AI in your classes?  Certiport offers specialized courses designed to teach the foundational requirements of AI in the workplace, culminating in a certification that demonstrates real-world, job-ready expertise. All attendees will receive complimentary access to these courses, practice exams, and certification opportunities—empowering you to help your students stand out in today’s competitive market. Join our session to discover the details of this offer or visit the Certiport booth during the conference for additional information.
Speakers
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Dr. Rebecca Sulaver

Glenbard Township HS District 87, Assistant Director of Teaching and Learning
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Ami Chambers

Program of Study Alignment Coordinator, College of DuPage
Ami Chambers has spent the past 17 years at the College of DuPage, where she currently serves as Program of Study Alignment Coordinator. In this role, she focuses on connecting Career and Technical Education programs with local high schools to build seamless, real-world pathways into... Read More →
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Susannah Wagner

Assistant Director of Teaching and Learning, Glenbard Township HS District
Wednesday May 6, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Old Main - 1st Floor

11:10am CDT

Work-based Learning Renewal Trainers Collaboration Session
Wednesday May 6, 2026 11:10am - 11:55am CDT

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Abbi Barton

Principal Consultant, Illinois State Board of Education
Wednesday May 6, 2026 11:10am - 11:55am CDT
Old Main - 1st Floor
 
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