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7:45am EDT

Breakfast and Virginia FCCLA and Educators Rising Updates

Monday July 21, 2025 7:45am - 8:45am EDT

Please arrive on time because a plated breakfast will be served from 7:45 a.m. to 8 a.m.

Virginia Family, Career and Community Leaders of America and Educators Rising CTSO Updates will begin at 8 a.m. All Institute attendees should attend this session for regulatory updates pertaining to the 2025-2026 school year.

Facilitators

Catrina Cheek

FCS Educator and 2024-2025 VATFACS, Inc. President, Colonial Heights Public Schools

Speakers

Heather M. Jones, M.Ed., CFCS

Family and Consumer Sciences and Related Clusters Specialist, Virginia Department of Education

Heather joined the Virginia Department of Education Office of Career and Technical Education in February 2022. She earned a Master’s of Education in Educational Leadership from George Mason University, a Master’s of Education in Youth and Family Education from Penn State University... Read More →

Monday July 21, 2025 7:45am - 8:45am EDT
Rappahannock & James Ballroom

Breakfast Session

11:30am EDT

Luncheon and Keynote, “I GET to Do This!” - Sustaining Passion without Burning Out

Monday July 21, 2025 11:30am - 1:00pm EDT

Rappahannock & James Ballroom

“I GET to Do This!” - Sustaining Passion without Burning Out

This empowering keynote is designed to add value to educators seeking to maintain their enthusiasm in the classroom while effectively managing stress. This session delves into practical strategies for fostering resilience, emphasizing the importance of self-care, setting healthy boundaries, and building supportive professional communities. By integrating these approaches, educators can continue to inspire and engage their students without compromising their own well-being. Join us to discover how to keep your teaching passion alive and thriving in today's demanding educational landscape.

Facilitators

Catrina Cheek

FCS Educator and 2024-2025 VATFACS, Inc. President, Colonial Heights Public Schools

Speakers

Dr. Dwayne Whitehead

President, The Whitehead Group

Dr. Dwayne is a global thinker, communicator, and educator with a passion for transforming lives through the power of leadership. Dr. Dwayne’s reach spans the arts, education, business and finance, government, and religion. He is the President of The Whitehead Group. TWG is a for-profit... Read More →

Monday July 21, 2025 11:30am - 1:00pm EDT
Rappahannock & James Ballroom

Luncheon and Keynote

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