Pushing The Limits Of CTE-Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep. 55 w/Shelley Gates

In this insightful episode, Sylvester Chisom hosts Shelley Gates, a retired administrator who served as Chair of Evanston Township Career and Technical Education Department for 18 years. Shelley shares her journey of transforming the CTE program, advocating for experiential learning, and pushing the boundaries of traditional education to better prepare students for diverse career paths. Her inspiring insights highlight the importance of innovation, community collaboration, and high expectations in shaping meaningful educational experiences. Topics Covered

-An Innovator’s Mindset: Pushing CTE Beyond Boundaries

-Durable Skills: More Than Just Algebra and Entrepreneurship

-Breaking Stereotypes: A New Image for CTE

-Raising the Bar: Expectations in CTE Education

-Transforming CTE: From Traditional to Innovative Programs Shelley Gates Bio:

Shelley Gates, Ed.D., a longtime Evanston resident, served as chair of ETHS’ Career and Technical Education Department for 18 years.

THE NEW AMERICANMANUFACTURING RENAISSAINCE-Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep.54 In Global CTE Podcast Episode 54, host Sylvester Chisom sits down with special guest Andrew "The MFG" Crowe to discuss the future of advanced manufacturing and its role in shaping the next generation of innovators. Drew shares his inspiring journey from a two-time felon to a leader in the manufacturing sector, emphasizing the importance of resilience, mentorship, and creating pathways for underrepresented communities. Together, they explore how early exposure to engineering, hands-on learning, and strategic mentorship can empower students to design the world they want to live in. Topics Covered:

-Making Manufacturing Cool Again

-The New American Manufacturing Renaissance Tour

-The Power of Resilience: Overcoming Life’s Curveballs

-Bridging the Skills Gap: Preparing Students for Advanced Manufacturing

-Empowering the Future: Early Exposure to Engineering & Manufacturing

-Building Submarines for National Defense: A Strategic Priority

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Andrew 'The MFG' Crowe, a transformative figure in the manufacturing sector. From his beginnings as a teenage father and overcoming his past as a two-time felon, Drew has ascended to the forefront of advanced manufacturing education. He is the former lead professor at Ranken Technical College in St. Louis, where he spearheaded the development of a cutting-edge digital curriculum in Advanced Manufacturing Technology. Andrew's influence extends through his role as co-host of 'Project MFG,' a program dedicated to elevating skilled trades across the U.S. through top-tier competitions. Recognized twice as Aerospace & Aviation Man of the Year and featured in Forbes, Drew's work addresses critical workforce and skills gaps, making him a key voice in shaping the future of manufacturing." Welcome the Voice of the New American Manufacturing Renaissance, Andrew 'The MFG' Crowe.

Empowering Students Through Real-World Learning-Global Career Tech Education Ep.53 w/Zachary Johnson In Episode 53 of the Global Career Tech Education Podcast, host Sylvester Chisom interviews Zachary Johnson from North Kansas City School District about Class Act Coffee, an innovative student-run coffee shop. Zachary shares how the program teaches students real-world business skills, from marketing and finance to customer service, while offering dual credit and industry-recognized certifications. The episode highlights the future of CTE, including the integration of AI tools and the importance of experiential learning in preparing students for the workforce.

Topics:

-Leading A Student Managed Off-Site Coffee Shop

-Student-Driven Marketing: Freedom to Experiment

-The Future of CTE: Staying Relevant and Embracing AI

-AI as a Problem-Solving Tool: Empowering Students

-Innovative Assessment: Proving Learning through Real-World Evidence Zachary Johnson Bio:

Zachary Johnson is passionate about real- world experiential learning. He utilizes his experiences previously working in the corporate world and owning his own business to walk alongside students through their learning process. He seeks to assist students in becoming fully prepared for their future whether that be college, trade school or entering the workforce. Zachary currently teaches in the North Kansas City School District facilitating their innovative new student-run and operated coffee shop, Class Act Coffee, that is an off-campus program and fully open to the public He holds a Bachelor's degree in Business-Marketing and a Master's of Arts in Teaching degree both from the University of Central Missouri. This is his second year as a mentor teacher with the Kauffman Foundation Client Connection Project Teacher Network, but has been utilizing real-world projects and business partners for many more.

Outside of the classroom, Zachary enjoys spending time with his wife and two kids, hiking, reading, participating in sports, and spending time with friends.

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