2024 NAAE Convention

Hear the Texas agricultural education and FFA state staff share how they manage strategic, forward thinking while managing the day-to-day activities and meeting the ever-present challenges facing agricultural education teachers and FFA advisors. Leave with ideas, plans, tips and tricks that can be implemented in other states. The session will include time for questions and discussion on challenges facing state staff as plan for the future.

At the national level, several key organizations influence agricultural education in your state. As a state leader, where do you turn for guidance on important topics like National AFNR Standards, the Revised Career Clusters, work-based learning and Perkins funding? Join this interactive workshop designed specifically for state ag education leaders to gain valuable insights, clear direction, and engage in healthy discussions about shaping the future of ag education within the CTE framework.

This session is for post-secondary educators who advise on navigating the complexities of obtaining licensure and certification after earning a bachelor's degree. We will delve into various pathways, including traditional and alternative certification routes, and highlight state-specific requirements and best practices. Participants will gain insights into aligning their qualifications with professional standards, accessing necessary resources, and overcoming common obstacles in the certification process.

Join us for a dynamic workshop focused on fostering resiliency as you work to support career and technical education. Discover strategies for continuous learning and growing as leaders, while emphasizing the support of career and technical education teachers as active members of the professional association, empowering them to thrive and grow within the profession. Engage in networking opportunities to strengthen connections and enhance collaboration across teaching disciplines and professional networks. Open to administrators who desire to learn how they can support their agricultural educators and program to create greater synergy in their school.