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7:45am EDT

Breakfast and Virginia Department of Education Update

Tuesday July 22, 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. Breakfast service will end at 8 a.m.

Virginia Department of Education Updates will begin at 8 a.m. All Institute attendees should attend this session for regulatory updates pertaining to the 2025-2026 school year.

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Speakers

Catrina Cheek

2025 President, VATFACS

Collabration among seasoned and nolvitity FCS educators.

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 →

Tuesday July 22, 2025 7:45am - 8:45am EDT
Rappahannock & James Ballroom

Breakfast Session

11:45am EDT

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

Tuesday July 22, 2025 11:45am - 1:15pm 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.

Related Career Cluster:

Speakers

Catrina Cheek

2025 President, VATFACS

Collabration among seasoned and nolvitity FCS educators.

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 →

Tuesday July 22, 2025 11:45am - 1:15pm EDT
Rappahannock & James Ballroom

Luncheon and Keynote

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