Opening General Session
October 2, 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Philip Uri Treisman
Director, Charles A. Dana Center, The University of Texas at Austin "Characteristics of Applied Learners: Can Higher Ed Serve These Students?"
The Dana Center is a research and development agency that serves as a catalyst and incubator for educational innovation. Its mission is to promote educational equity and excellence in public education.
Carver Gayton
Commissioner for Employment Security, State of Washington
NTPN Membership Luncheon
October 3, 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
(Members only)
Chad Foster, author of Teenagers—Preparing for the Real World, will be our keynoter. Mr. Foster is known for his ability to entertain while motivating students and educators with his powerful message about preparing young people for the workplace.
Lunch with Dale Parnell/
Dan Hull
October 4, 11:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
(Box lunch tickets available at on-site registration.)
Spend time in an informal luncheon setting to discuss important issues with two of the country's leading experts in Tech Prep and contextual learning.
Additional Featured Speakers Include:
Gene Bottoms, Dir., High Schools That Work, Southern Regional Education Board
Laura Ward, President, Guidance Division, American Vocational Association
Wayne Zako, Contextual Learning Specialist; President, Human Options, Inc.
Exhibit Reception
Thursday, October 2, 4:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Discuss your team's needs while exploring a wide array of innovative resources from leading providers of Tech Prep/ School-to-Work products and services.
"Reach for the Sky" Reception
Friday, October 3,
6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Join us for an evening of food, dancing, and fun under the stars of the beautiful Delta Ballroom at the Opryland Hotel.
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