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12th Edition Experiencing Education Teacher Cadet Curriculum Update

Tuesday July 22, 2025 9:00am - 11:30am EDT

Pre-registration and an additional fee are required for this exam.

This session is designed for teachers trained in the 11th Edition Experiencing Education Teacher Cadet Curriculum who are currently teaching the Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow course and attending the VATFACS Professional Development Institute.

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Speakers

Diane Breinig

FCS Teacher at Briar Woods High School, Loudoun County Public Schools

Loudoun County FCS Teacher and Teacher Cadet Curriculum Trainer.

Kimberly Wilson

Retired FCS Teacher and Teacher Cadet Curriculum Trainer, Alexandria City Public Schools

FCS Teacher and Teacher Cadet Curriculum Trainer

Emily O'Connor

Executive Director, VATFACS

Certified Teacher Cadet Curriculum Trainer

Dr. Amber Tiernan

Teacher, Prince William County Public Schools

FCS Teacher

Tuesday July 22, 2025 9:00am - 11:30am EDT
York

Credentialing Session, Credentialing Block

1:30pm EDT

Shift - Five Essentials to Transform your Classroom

Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT

York

We are living in a time where everything is moving faster. As the world continues to evolve, our methods to educate and empower the next generation must also evolve- all while not losing our bottom line. This interactive session will walk through five time-tested principles to innovate your methods, transform your classroom and empower a generation.

This educational session would be beneficial for any educator or administrator attending the Professional Development Institute.

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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 →

Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
York

Educational Session

2:45pm EDT

Understanding Childhood Trauma and Its Impact on Learning and Behavior

Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT

York

Designed for educators, this workshop delves into the definition and sources of childhood trauma, explores its profound effects on brain development and learning, and helps identify behavioral indicators in students. Through collaborative activities, including case study analyses and role-playing, participants will gain practical, trauma-informed strategies to create supportive and inclusive classroom environments. Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students affected by trauma.

This educational session would be beneficial for any educator or administrator attending the Professional Development Institute.

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Speakers

Dr. Dwayne Whitehead

President, The Whitehead Group

Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT
York

Educational Session

4:00pm EDT

Exploring the Modernized Career Clusters and Their Role in FCS Programs

Tuesday July 22, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT

York

Explore the modernized Career Clusters to enhance your role in delivering high quality career preparation instruction and work-based learning opportunities. We will examine the new components of the cluster framework: Cross-Cutting Clusters, Sub-Clusters, Clusters, Cluster Groupings, and Career Ready Practices and discuss how they are incorporated in the FCS curriculum.

This educational session would be beneficial for any educator or administrator attending the Professional Development Institute.

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Speakers

Helen Fuqua

Associate Director, CORE Competency, AAFCS

Helen Fuqua works with pre-professional and professional credentialing, education and research at AAFCS.

Tuesday July 22, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
York

Educational Session

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