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This unique professional development conference is for:

    • Secondary and postsecondary
      career and technical instructors
      and administrators
    • Supervisors
    • Coordinators
    • Education specialists
    • Counselors
    • Paraprofessionals
    • Teachers of any discipline

Act 48 professional education hours will be awarded to registered conference attendees.
 
"At last! The technical updating seminars were a great opportunity for teachers to share, network, and update knowledge in their occupational areas. I can't wait to attend next year!"

- 2007 PA•CTEC Attendee
 
 

 

 
Joe Cardone
Humor Consultant

Dinner Speaker on Monday, June 23.

As a previous comedian, as well as a teacher/administrator on both the high school and college levels, and now as a humor consultant and in his work with oncology physicians to uplift and inspire patients, Joe fully understands the importance of humor and laughter for wellness and stress reduction, leadership, learning, creativity, morale, effective communications, and overall positive living.  more...
 
Lee Burket
Director - PDE Bureau of Career and Technical Education (BCTE)

Breakfast Speaker on Tuesday, June 24.

Dr. Burket started with the Department of Education, Bureau of Career and Technical Education in 2003 and has served in a number of capacities.  She started as the Work-Based Learning Coordinator, has served as Acting Assistant Bureau Director twice and twice as Acting Bureau Director.  Currently, Dr. Burket serves as the Director for the PA Department of Education, Bureau of Career and Technical Education.   more...
 
Janet Bray
Executive Director - Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE)

Brunch Speaker on Wednesday, June 25.

As the Executive Director of the Association for Career and Technical Education, an association representing over 30,000 professionals across the United States, Janet manages the staff and program services. She is actively involved in the strategic public policy efforts of the association and works on legislative and public awareness issues for the profession. She also provides leadership and guidance to the ACTE Board of Directors, committees, and related associations.  more...
 


The Lancaster Host Resort & Conference Center is located in historic Pennsylvania Dutch Country and recently underwent a multi-million dollar renovation project that has included:

    • 10 additional suites
    • 319 guest rooms - renovated 2007
    • Renovated meeting space
    • Exterior improvements
    • Golf course improvements
    • And more!

While staying at the Lancaster Host you can enjoy the 18-hole championship golf course, large outdoor pool with family activities and poolside grille (seasonal), large indoor pool, game rooms, 319 spacious guest rooms and suites, two restaurants and lounge.

It is located in the heart of the area’s great attractions – hundreds of outlets, American Music Theatre and the famous DUTCH WONDERLAND Family Amusement Park - all less than one mile from the Resort.

Click here for additional hotel information.

 

 
PACTEC is Organized By:
 
    •  PA Department of Education, Bureau of Career and Technical Education (PDE-BCTE)
 
    •  PA Association of Career and Technical Administrators (PACTA)
 
    •  PA Association for Career and Technical Education (PA-ACTE)
 
    •  PA State Education Association, Vocational and Practical Arts Educators (PSEA/VPAE)
 

 
 
Pennsylvania Partners
24th Annual Employment, Training & Education Conference

Mark your calendars and register now for Pennsylvania Partners’ 24th Annual Employment, Training and Education Conference, to be held May 7-9, 2008 at the Hershey Lodge in Hershey, Pa. Don’t miss one of the nation’s largest and best training and networking opportunities for workforce development professionals. The conference attracts more than 1,400 attendees, including local, state and federal workforce development professionals and their partners in the public and private sectors. More than 50 workshops and roundtable discussions featuring speakers from local, state and federal agencies and the private sector will provide conference participants with a wide variety of learning opportunities to help them improve program performance and exchange information. Travel to the World’s Fair in the Exhibition Hall and experience innovative products and services from across the world of workforce development. Visit local Workforce Investment Areas, state and federal agencies, and product and service providers to expand your knowledge and your network.

Date: May 7-9, 2008
Location: Hershey Lodge, Hershey, Pennsylvania

To register or find more information: http://www.papartners.org/Conference_2008/conference_2008.htm
 

 

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Last Updated: Tuesday, April 15, 2008