Combined Hospitality & Tourism Summer Conference for BFM and FCS Teachers: Full Schedule

8:00am MDT

Keynote Speaker: Eric Kirby Leading Gen Z and Gen Alpha

Thursday June 12, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MDT

Auditorium

Speakers

Eric Kirby

Professor, SUU

Thursday June 12, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MDT
Auditorium

General Session

9:05am MDT

Business Law Resource Sharing

Thursday June 12, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT

H808

Business Law tips and tricks from a Best of State Award winner!

Speakers

Patrick Paige

BFM Educator, Davis School District

17+ Year Educator • Bountiful High School • Business & Marketing • DECA Advisor • Business Owner

Thursday June 12, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT
H808

BFM Session

9:05am MDT

Digital Marketing Course Update

Thursday June 12, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT

H811

Course updates for the 2025 Digital Marketing strands and standards

Speakers

Charity Richins is a Business and Marketing Teacher at North Summit High School. Before teaching, she worked in the private sector as a COO for a Tech Company and Marketing Agency in Boston working with fortune 500 brands and influencers. Charity is the current chairmen of the... Read More →

Thursday June 12, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT
H811

BFM Session

9:05am MDT

Make ServSafe Manager Curriculum More Engaging

Thursday June 12, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT

B106

Overwhelmed by the ServSafe Manager Curriculum? Do your students complain every time you pull out the textbook? Come see how I engage students in the curriculum using a variety of resources and projects. Please come prepared to participate in a discussion about what works in your classroom as well.

Speakers

Mandi Jensen

Teacher, Canyons School District

Thursday June 12, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT
B106

FCS Session

9:05am MDT

Assessment in the Age of AI

Thursday June 12, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT

H807

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming education, and as it becomes a bigger part of our classrooms, it’s time to reimagine how we assess student learning. Join this dynamic session where we’ll explore the exciting opportunities AI brings, tackle its challenges, and dive into innovative, game-changing assessment strategies. Discover fresh ways to truly gauge your students' mastery and potential, empowering you to elevate learning in bold new directions!

Speakers

Ryan Frandsen

BFM Educator, Davis SD

AI Education Leader- Davis School District. AI in Education Consultant- Skill Struck, Computer Science Teacher- Bountiful High School, Masters of Educational Leadership- Utah State University. I have been presenting across the country on Artificial Intelligence in education for the... Read More →

Thursday June 12, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT
H807

General Session

9:05am MDT

Design Thinking in Canvas: Make It Beautiful, Make It Usable

Thursday June 12, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT

H809

Design thinking is an iterative, human-centered design process emphasizing the user's role in shaping a product’s ultimate design. In this session, participants will learn the fundamental principles of design thinking before learning how to create visually engaging content in Canvas via LTIs, embedded content, and buttons to make their Canvas content more navigable and interactive. Throughout the session, participants will have the opportunity to discuss best practices regarding design and accessibility.

Speakers

Braxton Thorley

Senior Technology Trainer, UEN - Utah Education Network

Braxton specializes in using technology to personalize learning and utilizing artificial intelligence to promote student success. Before joining UEN’s professional development team, Braxton worked as a high school language arts teacher and digital learning coach in Jordan School... Read More →

Thursday June 12, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT
H809

General Session

9:05am MDT

Leading Gen Z and Gen Alpha The follow-up session

Thursday June 12, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT

H806

Eric Kirby is author of Leading Gen Z and Alpha and the Keynote speaker. After listening to his fantastic research and findings come ask follow-up questions.

Speakers

Eric Kirby

Professor, SUU

Thursday June 12, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT
H806

General Session

9:05am MDT

Family and Consumer Sciences Education for Food Literacy program LAB

Thursday June 12, 2025 9:05am - 11:10am MDT

B123- Culinary Lab

This is a closed session is for the 2024-25 cohort accepted into the Family and Consumer Sciences Education for Food Literacy program. If you are interested in applying for 2025-26, look for the application this summer on ListServ or contact Lacee Boschetto at USU. The program provides teachers with a year-long training on incorporating STEM concepts into food and nutrition classes.

Speakers

Lacee Boschetto

Assistant Professor, Utah State University

Dr. Lacee R. Boschetto has been an educator for 19 years. Prior to her seven years teaching at Utah State University (USU), she taught high school courses for 12 years in Southern California. Lacee is currently an Assistant Professor in the Applied Sciences, Technology, and Education... Read More →

Thursday June 12, 2025 9:05am - 11:10am MDT
B123- Culinary Lab

FCS Session

9:30am MDT

Burt Brothers' Motor Parkway Tour (Limit 20 attendees)

Thursday June 12, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am MDT

On Location

Tour Sign-up Required
Burt Brothers Motor Park
512 Sheep Ln, Grantsville, UT 84074

This Industry tour is limited to 20 attendees. Registered attendees will need to leave by 8:30 to arrive by the 9:30 am start time in Granstville, Utah. Please meet at the entrance and look for the tour lead (TBA). If you are not on the pre-registered list you will not be admitted to the tour. Attendees will need to leave promptly by 10:30 to be able to get lunch before afternoon sessions begin.

Burt Brothers Motorpark is considered the finest and most diverse motorsports facility in North America. Originally opened in 2006 as Miller Motorsports Park, it was named “Motorsports Facility of the Year” by the Professional Motorsport World Expo in Cologne, Germany, during its first year of operation. Racing surfaces include a 4.5-mile, multi-configurational road racing track, a 0.9-mile karting facility, an eight-acre Rock Crawling Course, a 7-acre skidpad, a 22-acre high-speed Off Road Short Course with covered grandstand seating for approximately 14,000 and a unique rallycross course that hosts the Nitro World Games. Burt Brothers Motorpark hosts a variety of professional and amateur racing series for karts, automobiles, off-road vehicles and motorcycles. It is also home to a number of motorsport-related businesses, as well as the Burt Brothers Motorpark Fun Depot for family-fun games and entertainment.

Thursday June 12, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
On Location

Tour

Sign-up Form https://forms.gle/PndcqiaKmTc4yACQ9

10:00am MDT

Snack

Thursday June 12, 2025 10:00am - 10:15am MDT

A Hall Entrance

Thursday June 12, 2025 10:00am - 10:15am MDT
A Hall Entrance

General Session

10:15am MDT

Tiered Instructions Raises All Boats

Thursday June 12, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am MDT

H807

Switching to a more special education focused teaching style has led me to be a happier and more fulfilled educator. I feel that preparing my lesson plans with a special education focus has made teaching "easier" . I've found that there's a general improvement in academics and behaviors as a whole. I feel more prepared. I feel I have a concise sense of each student's learning style. This approach keeps me compliant with special education mandates and I feel that it's helped me connect with all parents in a more meaningful way.

Speakers

Ben Crisanto

BFM Educator, Utah Military Academy

Thursday June 12, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am MDT
H807

General Session

10:15am MDT

Accounting 2 Course Update

Thursday June 12, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT

H808

Accounting 2 course update session

Speakers

Kaylynn Holmes

BFM Educator, Uintah SD

Thursday June 12, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT
H808

BFM Session

10:15am MDT

Fun and Practical Activities for the Hospitality and Tourism classroom

Thursday June 12, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT

H811

Explore fun, engaging, and practical activity ideas for the Hospitality and Tourism class, along with strategies for incorporating them into specific Strands and Standards. Activities include creating travel vlogs, conducting classroom tours, incorporating food and cultural experiences, and integrating these activities across other CTE classes.

Speakers

Charity Richins

BFM Educator, North Summit SD

Thursday June 12, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT
H811

BFM Session

10:15am MDT

Sports & Outdoor Recreation

Thursday June 12, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT

H806

Speakers

Kami Elison

BFM Educator, Uintah SD

I am a Business and Marketing Teacher at Uintah High School. I have been teaching there for 8 years. I love CTE and love teaching the up and coming generation valuable skills and information that they will use in their life. I will be presenting the New Sports and Recreation Marketing... Read More →

Thursday June 12, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT
H806

BFM Session

10:15am MDT

Restaurants, Cafes, Oh My!

Thursday June 12, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT

B108

Ideas on how to run a Cafe/Restaurant Day in your advanced Culinary/ProStart classes. We will cover the details of scheduling, promotion, sign-ups, preparing in advance and managing both the front of house and back of house.

Speakers

Leslie Brock

Teacher, Herriman High School

I teach ProStart, Culinary 1 and Baking & Pastry at Herriman and previously taught middle school for 11 years. I had the honor of being named the Utah ProStart Teacher of the for 2024. Consecutive Seasons

Thursday June 12, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT
B108

FCS Session

10:15am MDT

Taste the Flavors!

Thursday June 12, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT

B106

Come see how I teach students about flavors and how they work together to make the foods that we love.

Speakers

Paige Wright

Alpine School District, Pleasant Grove High School

Paige Wright has been teaching at Alpine School District for 11 years. She is also an FCCLA adviser and District Foods/Culinary Collaboration leader.

Handout and Worksheets docx

Presentation Flavors pptx

Thursday June 12, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT
B106

FCS Session

10:15am MDT

Differentiating Instruction with Nearpod

Thursday June 12, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT

H809

This session is meant for seasoned Nearpod users aiming to build differentiated, self-paced, and/or choice-based lessons. Teachers will learn how to leverage Nearpod’s features with other technology tools (Canvas LMS, Google Workspace, etc.) to create lessons built around the learner. When selecting this session, please provide an additional comment in the space below stating whether most teachers in the session use Canvas or Google Classroom.

Speakers

Braxton Thorley

Senior Technology Trainer, UEN - Utah Education Network

Thursday June 12, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT
H809

General Session

11:10am MDT

Lunch- Zupas

Thursday June 12, 2025 11:10am - 12:05pm MDT

Cafeteria

Thursday June 12, 2025 11:10am - 12:05pm MDT
Cafeteria

General Session

12:05pm MDT

Exploring Business, Finance, and Marketing Course Update

Thursday June 12, 2025 12:05pm - 1:00pm MDT

H808

Course update on the revision of the Exploring Business, Finance, and Marketing course.

Speakers

Heather Woffinden

BFM Educator, Alpine School District

I teach a lot of fun classes: College and Career Awareness, Computer Technology, Keyboarding, Exploring Business and Marketing, as well as being a computer programming advisor for our after school STEM club. I just finished my first year of teaching at Joel P Jensen Middle School... Read More →

Megan Reese

BFM Educator, Jordan SD

Nate Moffet

BFM Educator, Washington County SD

Nate Moffett has been a Business Educator for 15 years, including time teaching in Dubai and Thailand. He loves teaching students to make money! He has spent the last five years teaching in beautiful St. George, Utah, gateway to Zion National Park. On the side, Nate works for Horace... Read More →

Thursday June 12, 2025 12:05pm - 1:00pm MDT
H808

BFM Session

12:05pm MDT

Inclusive Cooking: Crafting a Classroom for All Diets

Thursday June 12, 2025 12:05pm - 1:00pm MDT

B121

In this class, teachers will gain practical strategies for accommodating students with special dietary needs, such as gluten-free and dairy-free diets. Drawing from five years of experience as a Foods teachers and personal insights as a Celiac (diagnosed 2 years ago), I'll share techniques for converting recipes and managing a diverse kitchen environment so all students can actively participate and thrive in the culinary arts classroom.

Speakers

Lyndze DuPape

Thursday June 12, 2025 12:05pm - 1:00pm MDT
B121

FCS Session

12:05pm MDT

AI K-12 Education Grant

Thursday June 12, 2025 12:05pm - 1:00pm MDT

H807

Learn how you can earn a Donor's Choose grant by learning how to integrate AI into your classroom instruction.

Speakers

Emma Moss

Educator, Canyons SD

Emma's main role is as a Digital Teaching and Learning Specialist and AI Project Co-Lead in Canyons School District. Emma also currently serves as the Artificial Intelligence for K-12 Education Program Director. In addition to her current roles, Emma Moss founded the Utah AI Collaborative... Read More →

Thursday June 12, 2025 12:05pm - 1:00pm MDT
H807

General Session

12:05pm MDT

CTE Endorsements 101

Thursday June 12, 2025 12:05pm - 1:00pm MDT

H811

Speakers

April Painter

BFM Educator, USBE CTE

Did you know that financial literacy is a required part of the curriculum for all Utah students in grades K-12? (See Utah Code 53E-3-505: https://le.utah.gov/xcode/Title53E/Chapter3/53E-3-S505.html). To make this accessible and effective, USBE has partnered with the State Treasu... Read More →

Thursday June 12, 2025 12:05pm - 1:00pm MDT
H811

General Session

12:05pm MDT

Success & Money

Thursday June 12, 2025 12:05pm - 1:00pm MDT

H806

Speakers

Tom Painter

Founder, successandmoneyfoundation

Thursday June 12, 2025 12:05pm - 1:00pm MDT
H806

General Session

12:05pm MDT

Teacher- and Student-Facing AI in the Classroom

Thursday June 12, 2025 12:05pm - 1:00pm MDT

H809

This session is designed to provide educators with a high-level overview of current teacher- and student-facing artificial intelligence (AI) tools. During the session, we’ll begin by discussing AI’s potential benefits and limitations and reviewing key terms. After a brief overview of the current AI landscape, we’ll provide a number of examples of how teachers are using AI to create instructional resources, differentiate instruction, and facilitate engaging and meaningful activities with their students. Finally, we’ll end with a discussion of when AI is and isn’t the right tool to use with students, and we’ll discuss guiding principles for using AI in the classroom.

Speakers

Braxton Thorley

Senior Technology Trainer, UEN - Utah Education Network

Thursday June 12, 2025 12:05pm - 1:00pm MDT
H809

General Session

12:05pm MDT

Flavor Alchemists: Unlocking the Magic of Taste

Thursday June 12, 2025 12:05pm - 1:50pm MDT

B108

Unlock the science behind deliciousness! In this engaging session, we'll delve into the fascinating world of sensory perception and how it impacts our experience of food. Discover the key building blocks of flavor and learn practical strategies for combining ingredients to create harmonious and exciting dishes. We'll also explore techniques for tasting with intention, identifying individual components, and understanding how different elements contribute to the overall flavor profile. Whether you're a novice cook or a seasoned foodie, this session will equip you with the knowledge and skills to taste and create with confidence.

Speakers

Cindy Tegge

Thursday June 12, 2025 12:05pm - 1:50pm MDT
B108

FCS Session

12:05pm MDT

Getting Creative in the Kitchen

Thursday June 12, 2025 12:05pm - 1:50pm MDT

B123- Culinary Lab

This is a hands-on food lab. We will be creating Shakshuka and Naan. This lab uses areas from all 3 of the main culinary 1 strands. Allowing students to focus on a yeast bread, moist method cooking and a mother sauce. It's a great lab for students to practice knife skills, push them into trying other cultural foods and presenting everything as a fairly simple family meal. Come and cook with me and have fun in the kitchen.

Speakers

Maradon Nettleship

Thursday June 12, 2025 12:05pm - 1:50pm MDT
B123- Culinary Lab

FCS Session

1:00pm MDT

Accounting 1 Course Update

Thursday June 12, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT

H811

Come to this combination of Accounting 1 strands and standards updates and resources sharing session.

Speakers

Kaylynn Holmes

BFM Educator, Uintah SD

Shauna Ward

BFM Educator, Davis School District

Davis High School Business Teacher CE Accounting 1 | CE Accounting 2 | Advanced Accounting CE Business Office Specialist FBLA Adviser

April Painter

BFM Educator, USBE CTE

Thursday June 12, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
H811

BFM Session

1:00pm MDT

Empowering the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs: Real-World Opportunities for Teen Innovators

Thursday June 12, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT

H806

Join Teen Entrepreneur Association members Geary Page and Carson Cook as they share over five years of experience in creating opportunities that inspire and support the next generation of entrepreneurs. Discover how after-school programs, leveraged with both local and national resources, are creating pathways for young business leaders to thrive.

This session will cover
1. Pop-Up Markets that give students hands-on experience in selling products (good, services, or innovative ideas) and building real-world skills that go beyond the classroom.
2. How to create meaningful internship opportunities that not only benefit aspiring entrepreneurs but also provide hands-on learning and internship opportunities for students from other CTE pathways who want to gain experience working with teen-led businesses.
3. Communicating with mayors and chambers of commerce. Learn what to ask for, how to effectively communicate the needs of students and schools, and how to bridge the gap between educational perspectives and community/business mindsets.

Whether you're an educator, community leader, or industry professional, this session will provide practical insights and proven strategies to ignite the entrepreneurial spirit in teens and help them build sustainable business ventures.

Don’t miss this opportunity to see how real-world experiences can empower students to become the business leaders of tomorrow!

www.teenentrepreneurship.org

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1vpDnKG0qkBuFOjXxrKVAcat6lh1VwnxXxn-gL4JXRS0/edit?usp=sharing

Speakers

Carson Cook

BFM Educator, Alpine School District

Geary Page

BFM Educator, Alpine School District

Geary has invested 20 years in creating online resources for students and teachers. His websites and Canvas courses help other teachers elevate the level of learning in their classrooms without duplicating the effort. His prior experience with Canvas as an Adjunct Teacher at Salt... Read More →

TEA Summer Conference Presentation pptx

Thursday June 12, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
H806

BFM Session

1:00pm MDT

Optimize Digital Marketing 2025

Thursday June 12, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT

H808

Engagement, Conversion, Acquisition: Creative Digital Marketing Assignments for the Classroom
Connect, Create, and Collaborate with fellow Marketing educators as we explore the latest updates to the Digital Marketing course. In this session, you’ll gain fresh resources and then you’ll break into small groups to share your insights, generate new activities, and project-based assignments that reflect real-world marketing challenges. Come ready to share your ideas, collaborate with peers, and leave with practical, student-ready projects to elevate your classroom next year.

Speakers

Kammie Jones

BFM Educator, Granite SD

I am passionate about sharing resources and collaborating with other teachers! I love project-based assignments with real-world scenarios. I have been teaching for 14 years. I completed a Digital Marketing Internship over the summer. I have been an FBLA Advisor for 5 years... Read More →

Bradd Poffenberger

BFM Educator, Granite SD

I am a BFM educator at Olympus High School helping our students become “Titans of Business”. Prior to my work in education, I worked for computer hardware and software companies in various marketing and business development roles in the US and Japan. I love to golf, travel, spend... Read More →

Thursday June 12, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
H808

BFM Session

1:00pm MDT

Family and Consumer Sciences Education for Food Literacy program

Thursday June 12, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT

B121

Speakers

Lacee Boschetto

Assistant Professor, Utah State University

Thursday June 12, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
B121

FCS Session

1:00pm MDT

Gamify Foundation of Nutrition 1020

Thursday June 12, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT

B121

Foundations of Nutrition is loaded with new vocabulary and complex concepts. There are numbers and systems to commit to memory and endless categorizing to keep straight. Gamifying all this content adds energy and comradery to the content heavy course.
Join us in this session to work through vitamin escape rooms, play digestive Guess Who, put together food labels puzzles, and more.

Speakers

Natalie Kowlton

Davis School District

I have been teaching a variety of FCS classes for the past ten years. I enjoy the dynamic environment of the classroom. Engaging students in challenging work is my favorite part of the job.

Thursday June 12, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
B121

FCS Session

1:00pm MDT

No Restaraunt? No Problem! Operating a Backdoor Bakery

Thursday June 12, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT

B106

Want to add meaning to your advanced classes but don't have a restaurant or cafe? Learn about 3 different methods I've used to run a bakery out of the back door of my classroom. I'll share all my tips for success as well as a few of our schools best-selling recipes.

Speakers

Deanna Farr

Teacher, Davis School District

Thursday June 12, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
B106

FCS Session

1:00pm MDT

PCBL + Tech

Thursday June 12, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT

H809

Personalized, Competency-Based Learning (PCBL) is a lift for many educators. That lift can be mitigated by using technology available in many Utah classrooms. Come learn how common tools like Google, Microsoft, Canvas, Nearpod, Adobe, and a variety of UEN tools can be employed to achieve PCBL goals within your classroom

Speakers

Katie Blunt

EdTech Instructor, UEN - Utah Education Network

Dr. Katie Blunt is the UEN product manager over eMedia and hosts UEN's PDTV series. Previously, Katie worked as an Educational Technology Specialist for the Canyons School District and taught sixth grade in the Jordan School District. She served as the Utah Coalition for Educational... Read More →

Thursday June 12, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
H809

General Session

1:00pm MDT

Preparing Students for AI Driven Hospitality Careers

Thursday June 12, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT

H807

What skills will tomorrow’s hospitality workers need in an AI-driven world? This forward-thinking session highlights the intersection of customer service, data, and automation. Educators will examine tools used in hotels, resorts, and travel agencies—from AI analytics platforms to robotic room service—and how to adapt instruction to prepare students for tech-forward roles. This session will focus on adaptations to current methods to build in AI Literacy skills. Attendees will walk away with strategies to align their programs with emerging workforce demands and opportunities.

Speakers

Emma Moss

Educator, Canyons SD

Thursday June 12, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
H807

General Session

1:50pm MDT

Snack

Thursday June 12, 2025 1:50pm - 2:05pm MDT

A Hall Entrance

Thursday June 12, 2025 1:50pm - 2:05pm MDT
A Hall Entrance

General Session

2:00pm MDT

Sweet Success: A Behind-the-Sprinkles Tour at Ruby Snap's Bakery (25 Attendees ONLY)

Thursday June 12, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm MDT

On Location

YOU MUST SIGN UP ON THE FORM TO ATTEND - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1imPJcuUlr1Ur1wOamB-q0dZtlJ2FIUXelk9UYHBZoN0/edit

Ever wondered what it takes to keep the deliciousness flowing at Ruby Snap Cookies? Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes peek into their bustling bakery! We'll get the inside scoop from the Bakery Manager on the daily operations, from baking the cookies to the art of perfect cookie decoration. Discover the secrets to their efficiency, quality control, and the passion that goes into every single sweet creation. Get ready to see, hear, and almost smell the magic of Ruby Snap – straight from the heart of the operation!

Meet at Ruby Snap[770 S 300 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84101] for a tour that begins at 2:30 and lasts 1 hour.

Thursday June 12, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm MDT
On Location

Tour

2:05pm MDT

Optimize Digital Marketing 2025

Thursday June 12, 2025 2:05pm - 3:00pm MDT

H808

Speakers

Kammie Jones

BFM Educator, Granite SD

Bradd Poffenberger

BFM Educator, Granite SD

Thursday June 12, 2025 2:05pm - 3:00pm MDT
H808

BFM Session

2:05pm MDT

Welcome to the Simulation: Are We Accidentally Teaching Students to be NPCs?

Thursday June 12, 2025 2:05pm - 3:00pm MDT

H809

Are we training students to be NPCs (non-playable characters) in their own education? In many classrooms, students passively complete tasks, follow rigid instructions, and avoid risk-taking—just like background characters in a video game. What if learning experiences encouraged students to be player characters instead?
This interactive session explores how game design, RPG mechanics, and choice-driven learning can transform the classroom. Educators will discover practical strategies for making learning more engaging, including “quest” assignments, the concept of "leveling up", and choice-based exploration. We’ll examine case studies, brainstorm lesson redesigns, and leave with ready-to-use ideas that promote curiosity, problem-solving, and agency.

Speakers

Taylor Van Sickle

BFM Educator, Alpine School District

Taylor Van Sickle is a 7th grade Digital Literacy and 9th grade Digital Business Applications teacher at Lakeridge Junior High School. With a background in digital marketing & advertising, digital media, and gamification strategies, Taylor enjoys in designing engaging, real-world... Read More →

Thursday June 12, 2025 2:05pm - 3:00pm MDT
H809

BFM Session

2:05pm MDT

Forks for Faculty: Student Chefs Feed the Frontline

Thursday June 12, 2025 2:05pm - 3:00pm MDT

B123- Culinary Lab

Come see what happens when culinary students step up and serve up! In this session, we’ll share how holding students to high standards in the kitchen leads to delicious, healthy lunches for teachers—and real growth for our young chefs. It’s all about building skills, confidence, and community, one tasty meal at a time.

Speakers

Emily Willardson

Wasatch County School District

After graduating from USU in FCS/Spanish Education, I stayed home with my babies for 14 years.I own a Cottage Bread Business and a Peg People BusinessWent back to teaching middle school 2019/2020... Covid... taught for 3 yearsWent back to school to get my Masters 2nd year of teaching.Just... Read More →

Thursday June 12, 2025 2:05pm - 3:00pm MDT
B123- Culinary Lab

FCS Session

2:05pm MDT

Check-In with AI: Exploring Smart Tech in Hospitality Pathways

Thursday June 12, 2025 2:05pm - 3:00pm MDT

H807

Discover how artificial intelligence is reshaping customer service, event planning, and travel experiences—and how to bring these innovations into your CTE classroom. In this hands-on session, secondary educators will explore real-world examples of AI in hotels, restaurants, and tourism operations. Participants will leave with adaptable lesson ideas, student-friendly simulations, and resources for introducing concepts like chatbots, AI-powered bookings, and personalization into the Hospitality & Tourism pathway.

Speakers

Emma Moss

Educator, Canyons SD

Thursday June 12, 2025 2:05pm - 3:00pm MDT
H807

General Session

2:05pm MDT

Success & Money

Thursday June 12, 2025 2:05pm - 3:00pm MDT

H806

Speakers

Tom Painter

Founder, successandmoneyfoundation

Thursday June 12, 2025 2:05pm - 3:00pm MDT
H806

General Session

8:00am MDT

FCS & BFM Business with a Keynote from Brad Wilson, CEO of 2034 SLC Organization

Friday June 13, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MDT

Auditorium

Information on Utah CTE Durable Skills and a Keynote from Brad Wilson, CEO of the 2034 SLC Olympic Organization.

Speakers

Racheal Routt

BFM Ed Specialist, Utah State Board of Education

Racheal Routt is the Utah state CTE specialist for BFM education.

Lola Shipp Evans

FCS Ed Specialist, Utah State Board of Education

Friday June 13, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am MDT
Auditorium

General Session

9:05am MDT

Digital Marketing Course Update

Friday June 13, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT

H811

Digital Marketing Revisions

Speakers

Charity Richins

BFM Educator, North Summit SD

Friday June 13, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT
H811

BFM Session

9:05am MDT

Entrepreneurship Class: Resource Sharing Time!

Friday June 13, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT

B109

Come glean some new resources to spruce up your Entrepreneurship class.

Speakers

Marci Porter

BFM Educator, Davis School District

20 years of teaching in WA + UT | Business + Marketing classes | Love DECA! | National Board Certified (hardest thing I have ever done mentally) | 2 Bachelors + MBA

Friday June 13, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT
B109

BFM Session

9:05am MDT

FBLA General Meeting

Friday June 13, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT

H807

A session for all FBLA advisors. Receive updates on the FBLA competitions and state initiatives, future dates for fall leadership conferences, and other statewide FBLA activities.

Speakers

Duke Di Stefano

State Advisor, FBLA

Friday June 13, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT
H807

BFM Session

9:05am MDT

Make ServSafe Manager Curriculum More Engaging

Friday June 13, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT

B121

Speakers

Mandi Jensen

Teacher, Canyons School District

Friday June 13, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT
B121

FCS Session

9:05am MDT

Restaurants, Cafes, Oh My!

Friday June 13, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT

B106

Speakers

Leslie Brock

Teacher, Herriman High School

Friday June 13, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT
B106

FCS Session

9:05am MDT

Earn CTE Endorsements with Utah Microcredentials

Friday June 13, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT

B119

Come find out how to earn CTE endorsements with Utah Microcredentials! Microcredentials are personalized, self-paced competency-based learning for teachers. With microcredentials, you don't have to leave your classroom to earn your endorsement, and you are earning USBE credit in the process.

Amy will show you how to access and earn microcredentials. She'll even give you a voucher to earn your first microcredential for free!

Speakers

Amy Coray

Professional Learning Supervisor/Utah Microcredentials Co-Manager, Davis SD

Amy Coray is a professional learning supervisor and Utah Microcredentials co-manager working in Davis School District. Before coming to her current position, she taught for five years in elementary school and then made the switch to teaching CTE, where she spent four teachers in junior... Read More →

Friday June 13, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT
B119

General Session

9:05am MDT

Greater Zion Tourism

Friday June 13, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT

H806

Come learn about the Greater Zion Tourism organization and the great initiatives and programs they have in Southern Utah!

Speakers

Matthew Watson

Customer Relations Manager, Greater Zion Tourism

Friday June 13, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT
H806

General Session

9:05am MDT

Myths and Facts of the SMART Snack program

Friday June 13, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT

H809

Come learn about the many myths and the facts of the SMART Snack program for school stores and selling food during the school day.

Speakers

Kathleen Maag

Program Manager, School Support, Utah State Board of Education

Kathleen Maag is a Child Nutrition Programs Sr. Specialist at the Utah State Board of Education. She has been at the agency for six years and has enjoyed every part of it. She is the current lead on Smart Snacks in Schools program requirement and oversees the CTE Fundraiser Exemption... Read More →

Friday June 13, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT
H809

General Session

9:05am MDT

UVU's Hospitality & Tourism Program

Friday June 13, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT

H808

Come learn more about Utah Valley University's Hospitality & Tourism program, its initiatives, and how to inspire the next generation of H&T professionals.

Speakers

Doug Miller

Professor, Utah Valley University

Friday June 13, 2025 9:05am - 10:00am MDT
H808

General Session

9:05am MDT

Cooking Proteins like a Pro

Friday June 13, 2025 9:05am - 11:10am MDT

B123- Culinary Lab

We want to ensure you understand gauging doneness and cooking various proteins for industry application. Help your students cook proteins like a pro! Lottery giveaways, industry discounts, and come learn from a world champion chef Nate Benson.

Speakers

Monica Milburn

Teacher, Orem High School

Monica has been involved in Family and Consumer Science Education since junior high when she joined FCCLA. Monica currently teaches Foods 1/Culinary 1/ProStart at Orem High.

Nate Benson

Friday June 13, 2025 9:05am - 11:10am MDT
B123- Culinary Lab

FCS Session

9:30am MDT

BYU Fan Experience Tour (Limited to 20 Attendees)

Friday June 13, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am MDT

On Location

TOUR SIGN-UP REQUIRED!

Limited to 20 attendees. Meet outside Gate 5 (NW corner) of LaVell Edwards Stadium. Park in the lot immediately west of the stadium (Lot 45 on Google Maps). 1880 N University Ave, Provo, UT 84604. Attendees will need to leave the conference location by 8:30 to arrive on time at the Stadium and leave promptly at 10:30 am in time to eat lunch before the afternoon sessions begin at 12:05 pm.

Friday June 13, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
On Location

Tour

Sign-up Form https://forms.gle/4FCS71aVNVjh1iuDA

9:30am MDT

The Ruth Theater (limited to 20 Attendees)

Friday June 13, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am MDT

On Location

TOUR SIGN-UP IS REQUIRED!
The Ruth Theater
401 S Pleasant Grove Blvd, Pleasant Grove, UT 84062

See the beautiful new facility at the DoTerra Campus. Welcome to the new home of Utah County's premier live theater! This $55 million dollar facility marks a new era of world-class theater in Utah and a significant investment into the local economy. The Ruth and Nathan Hale Theater will bring together the best of Utah talent, creating a home for the arts that will endure for years to come.

Learn about the Ruth
https://youtu.be/zWrej-qtiK0

Friday June 13, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
On Location

Tour

Sign-up Form https://forms.gle/prPETyro883nsaV86

10:00am MDT

Snack Break

Friday June 13, 2025 10:00am - 10:15am MDT

A Hall Entrance

Friday June 13, 2025 10:00am - 10:15am MDT
A Hall Entrance

General Session

10:15am MDT

BFM Capstone Course Updates & Lesson Ideas

Friday June 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT

B109

Be one of the first to see the updated course for Business, Finance, and Marketing Capstone class. We will also share class structure and lesson ideas for this course.

Speakers

Marci Porter

BFM Educator, Davis School District

20 years of teaching in WA + UT | Business + Marketing classes | Love DECA! | National Board Certified (hardest thing I have ever done mentally) | 2 Bachelors + MBA

Friday June 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT
B109

BFM Session

10:15am MDT

Exploring Business, Finance, and Marketing Course Update

Friday June 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT

H806

Course update on the revision of the Exploring Business, Finance, and Marketing course.

Speakers

Nate Moffet

BFM Educator, Washington County SD

Megan Reese

BFM Educator, Jordan SD

Heather Woffinden

BFM Educator, Alpine School District

Friday June 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT
H806

BFM Session

10:15am MDT

FBLA Advisory Board Meeting (Invitation Only)

Friday June 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT

H807

A session for the elected FBLA advisory board. This session is by invitation only.

Speakers

Duke Di Stefano

State Advisor, FBLA

Friday June 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT
H807

BFM Session

10:15am MDT

Fun and Practical Activities for the Hospitality and Tourism classroom

Friday June 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT

H811

Speakers

Charity Richins

BFM Educator, North Summit SD

Friday June 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT
H811

BFM Session

10:15am MDT

No Restaraunt? No Problem! Operating a Backdoor Bakery

Friday June 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT

B106

Speakers

Deanna Farr

Teacher, Davis School District

Friday June 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT
B106

FCS Session

10:15am MDT

Saving Money on Food- Lessons in Consumerism

Friday June 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT

B108

Come enjoy some ideas and hands-on activities for teaching consumerism topics such as grocery shopping tips, cost per serving, name brands vs. store brands, etc.

Speakers

Valerie Aubrey

FCS teacher, Granite School District

College and Career Awareness FCS Exploration

Friday June 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT
B108

FCS Session

10:15am MDT

CTE Endorsements 101

Friday June 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT

B119

Come hear from April Painter, the CTE Endorsement Specialist, on all the exciting changes coming your way to get endorsed.

Speakers

April Painter

BFM Educator, USBE CTE

Friday June 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT
B119

General Session

10:15am MDT

Hotel and Resort Management at Utah Tech University

Friday June 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT

H808

Utah Tech University’s Hotel and Resort Management program prepares students for exciting careers in one of the world’s largest and most dynamic industries. In this session, I will explore the importance of hospitality education, the opportunities available to students, and how high school educators can help guide students toward this rewarding field. We’ll also discuss industry trends, local partnerships, and ways for students to get involved early.
Topics to be covered:
· Overview of the Hotel and Resort Management program at Utah Tech University
· Importance of hospitality education in today’s economy
· Current challenges in the hospitality industry and in hospitality education
· Career opportunities and industries that hire our graduates
· Graduate placement rates and career outlook
· Unique program features:
· Pathways for high school students to enter the program

Speakers

Saeed Vaghan

Professor, Utah Tech University

Dr. Saeed Vayghan is an Assistant Professor and the founding coordinator of the Hotel and Resort Management program at Utah Tech University. He earned his Ph.D. in Hospitality Administration from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. His research focuses on technology applications... Read More →

Friday June 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT
H808

General Session

10:15am MDT

Unlocking Personalized Competency-Based Learning with Nearpod

Friday June 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT

H809

Is your school buzzing with the term PCBL? Join us in this dynamic session as we explore the exciting world of personalized competency-based learning. Discover what PCBL truly means, how it transforms traditional education, and why it’s the future of student-centered learning. Peek behind the curtain and see PCBL in action! Explore real-world examples and success stories that will ignite your curiosity. Learn how Nearpod seamlessly integrates with PCBL. From interactive lessons to formative assessments, Nearpod empowers educators to create engaging, personalized learning experiences. Ready to take the leap? We’ll guide you through practical strategies for implementing PCBL using Nearpod in your classroom. Don’t miss out—let’s embark on this transformative journey together!

Speakers

Kayla Towner

Product Manager and Senior Technical Specialist, UEN - Utah Education Network

Kayla Towner, a tech enthusiast, is the Product Manager & Technology Specialist at the Utah Education Network (UEN). She loves spending time with her family - playing soccer ⚽️, listening to audiobooks 📚, hiking 🥾, & adventuring around Utah 🏔️. She’s passionate about... Read More →

Friday June 13, 2025 10:15am - 11:10am MDT
H809

General Session

11:10am MDT

Lunch - Zaos

Friday June 13, 2025 11:10am - 12:00pm MDT

Cafeteria

Friday June 13, 2025 11:10am - 12:00pm MDT
Cafeteria

General Session

12:05pm MDT

Repositioning the Hospitality Industry for the Next Generation

Friday June 13, 2025 12:05pm - 1:00pm MDT

Auditorium

In this session, Marc Brown, Executive Director of the J.W. Marriott, Jr. Institute at the University of Utah, will share key insights gathered from two years of conversations with industry executives, community leaders, students, and academic innovators. His talk will challenge traditional perceptions of hospitality careers and demonstrate how the principles of hospitality—leadership, adaptability, service excellence, and experience design—are increasingly valued across diverse industries such as healthcare, technology, education, and real estate.

Marc will introduce the Institute’s unique, multidisciplinary approach to hospitality education, highlighting new programs designed to better prepare students for a dynamic and evolving job market. Faculty will be encouraged to broaden how they position hospitality opportunities to their students, viewing hospitality not just as a sector, but as a versatile, future-ready mindset and skill set. This session will inspire CTE educators to expand career pathways, connect hospitality to other disciplines, and empower the next generation of service-minded leaders.

Speakers

Marc Brown

Executive Director, The University of Utah

Isabel Corpus

Program Manager, University of Utah

Friday June 13, 2025 12:05pm - 1:00pm MDT
Auditorium

General Session

12:30pm MDT

Explore Utah Valley Conference & Event Center (Limit 20 attendees)

Friday June 13, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm MDT

On Location

TOUR SIGN-UP REQUIRED!

Located in historic downtown Provo, the Utah Valley Convention Center offers 83,578 square feet of multifunctional event space enhanced by modern design elements, an abundance of natural light, and breathtaking mountain views. The UVCC was completed in 2012. The facility underwent a significant renovation in 2022.

The Center provides in-house Food and Beverage, Bar, Audiovisual, Electrical, and Decorating services. Free public wi-Fi is also offered. The Provo Marriott Hotel and Hyatt Place Provo are located across the street. Downtown Provo has approximately 70 restaurants of various ethnicities and types.

Tour address: 220 W Center St, Provo, UT 84601
Meet at the south side entrance and check at the Visitor Center offices. You will get to see both sides of this convention center, the front and back end, through this tour, and learn about tourism in Utah Valley!
Please see the attached file for approved parking. Center street parking is limited to two hours only.

Friday June 13, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm MDT
On Location

Tour

1:00pm MDT

DECA Board Meeting (By Invitation only)

Friday June 13, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT

H807

This session is by invitation only. DECA elected advisory committee members should attend.

Speakers

Jill Hess

State Advisor, Utah DECA

Friday June 13, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
H807

BFM Session

1:00pm MDT

Empowering the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs: Real-World Opportunities for Teen Innovators

Friday June 13, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT

B109

Speakers

Carson Cook

BFM Educator, Alpine School District

Geary Page

BFM Educator, Alpine School District

TEA Summer Conference Presentation pptx

Friday June 13, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
B109

BFM Session

1:00pm MDT

Event Planning & Management Resources Sharing Session

Friday June 13, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT

H811

A resource sharing session for the Event Planning & Management course.

Speakers

Nate Reese

BFM Educator, Alpine School District

Kami Elison

BFM Educator, Uintah SD

Friday June 13, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
H811

BFM Session

1:00pm MDT

Creating competition-ready students

Friday June 13, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT

B123- Culinary Lab

Students learn at a higher level when they are given a change to compete. Come learn from students about building a competition worthy dish and how to help students grow, learn, lead and build resilience because of their experience in FCCLA, Prostart and classroom based competitions.

Speakers

Candace Wilson

District Specialist (Math, STEM, Literacy, etc.), Alpine School District

Candace Wilson has taught FCS for 20 years. She is passionate about the restaurant industry. She is an FCCLA adviser and enjoys working with students on competitions, FCCLA activities and service projects with her students.She teaches ProStart and has traveled to 5 national ProStart... Read More →

Friday June 13, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
B123- Culinary Lab

FCS Session

1:00pm MDT

Inclusive Cooking: Crafting a Classroom for All Diets

Friday June 13, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT

B121

Speakers

Lyndze DuPape

Friday June 13, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
B121

FCS Session

1:00pm MDT

Taste the Flavors

Friday June 13, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT

B106

Come see how I teach students about flavors and how they work together to make the foods that we love.

Speakers

Paige Wright

Alpine School District, Pleasant Grove High School

Paige Wright has been teaching at Alpine School District for 11 years. She is also an FCCLA adviser and District Foods/Culinary Collaboration leader.

Friday June 13, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
B106

FCS Session

1:00pm MDT

Assessment in the Age of AI

Friday June 13, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT

B119

Speakers

Ryan Frandsen

BFM Educator, Davis SD

Friday June 13, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
B119

General Session

1:00pm MDT

Secondary Insights: Discovering Hidden Gems in Utah’s Online School Library

Friday June 13, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT

H809

Get ready to dig deep into Utah’s Online School Library and uncover the hidden gems that will elevate your students’ research skills! In this presentation, you’ll learn how to navigate the library’s extensive resources and discover the best-kept secrets that will help your students excel. Explore the Gale Reference Collection for academic and vetted information on topics like opposing viewpoints, business insights, health & wellness, and science. World Book Online offers detailed articles, videos, interactive maps, and engaging activities. SIRS Issues Researcher allows your students to dive into leading issues in business & economics, civil rights & liberties, communication & technology, and more. Lastly, explore Teaching Books and SORA to further enhance your students’ learning experience. Get your compass and shovels ready to find these hidden gems that will make your students’ research come alive.

Speakers

Kayla Towner

Product Manager and Senior Technical Specialist, UEN - Utah Education Network

Friday June 13, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
H809

General Session

1:00pm MDT

Using the 2034 Olympic Games to Drive Business Class Activities

Friday June 13, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT

H806

The Olympics are coming back to Salt Lake City in 2034! Business teachers have an excellent opportunity to create activities and lessons related to the preparation for these games. Hospitality and Tourism, as well as Marketing classes will be a prime spot for preparing students to take advantage of job opportunities that may come from the Olympics. In this session, Nate will share some of his classroom activities and teachers will be able to collaborater to generate more great ideas!

Friday June 13, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
H806

General Session

1:50pm MDT

Snack Break

Friday June 13, 2025 1:50pm - 2:05pm MDT

A Hall Entrance

Friday June 13, 2025 1:50pm - 2:05pm MDT
A Hall Entrance

General Session

2:05pm MDT

Degrees of Adventure: Exploring Careers in Outdoor Tourism and Hospitality

Friday June 13, 2025 2:05pm - 2:20pm MDT

H811

Utah has a thriving outdoor tourism and hospitality industry that elevates life for visitors and residents alike. As the University of the Parks, Southern Utah University is uniquely positioned to prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to pursue professional careers in this exciting field through its student-centered approach to higher education. This session will introduce attendees to SUU's tourism and hospitality academic programs, internship and professional development opportunities, and explore professional career paths. Teachers will learn how to advise students interested in outdoor tourism and hospitality careers toward appropriate degree programs. Students will learn about the variety of professional opportunities and how they can pursue meaningful, fulfilling careers in the outdoor tourism and hospitality industry.

Speakers

Kelly Goonan

Associate Dean, SUU

Dr. Kelly Goonan is an Associate Professor of Outdoor Recreation in Parks and Tourism at Southern Utah University, and also serves as the Associate Dean of the College of Health Sciences. She is passionate about applied, experiential learning and helping students turn their passions... Read More →

Friday June 13, 2025 2:05pm - 2:20pm MDT
H811

General Session

2:05pm MDT

DECA Advisor Meeting

Friday June 13, 2025 2:05pm - 3:00pm MDT

H807

This is a session for all DECA advisors to receive updates for the upcoming school year. Including the Fall leadership dates, any competition updates.

Speakers

Jill Hess

State Advisor, Utah DECA

Friday June 13, 2025 2:05pm - 3:00pm MDT
H807

BFM Session

2:05pm MDT

Gamify Foundation of Nutrition 1020

Friday June 13, 2025 2:05pm - 3:00pm MDT

B106

Speakers

Natalie Kowlton

Davis School District

I have been teaching a variety of FCS classes for the past ten years. I enjoy the dynamic environment of the classroom. Engaging students in challenging work is my favorite part of the job.

Friday June 13, 2025 2:05pm - 3:00pm MDT
B106

FCS Session

2:05pm MDT

Saving Money on Food- Lessons in Consumerism

Friday June 13, 2025 2:05pm - 3:00pm MDT

B108

Come enjoy some ideas and hands-on activities for teaching consumerism topics such as grocery shopping tips, cost per serving, name brands vs. store brands, etc.

Speakers

Valerie Aubrey

FCS teacher, Granite School District

College and Career Awareness FCS Exploration

Friday June 13, 2025 2:05pm - 3:00pm MDT
B108

FCS Session

2:05pm MDT

The pizza kids want, the nutrition schools need

Friday June 13, 2025 2:05pm - 3:00pm MDT

B123- Culinary Lab

This presentation would cover how pizza that kids love can also be a nutritious source of whole grains in school culinary programs.

Speakers

Amy Connors

Founder, Quail Street

Friday June 13, 2025 2:05pm - 3:00pm MDT
B123- Culinary Lab

FCS Session

2:05pm MDT

Special Populations and CTE Pathways

Friday June 13, 2025 2:05pm - 3:00pm MDT

B109

Come learn everything you need to know about teaching special population and CTE

Speakers

Ephraim Zamora

Education Specialist - MOA, Utah State Board of Education

Ephraim Zamora brings a unique view to his work of Civil Rights and Special Populations as a leader with extensive experience in strategy and innovation. He joined the Utah State Board of Education in 2021. Focused on building a bridge of cooperation and collaboration.

Friday June 13, 2025 2:05pm - 3:00pm MDT
B109

General Session

2:05pm MDT

The Travel Lounge: A Collaborative Layover for Hospitality Educators

Friday June 13, 2025 2:05pm - 3:00pm MDT

H806

Together, we’ll create more dynamic, project-based learning opportunities that spark student interest and industry relevance by analyzing our current curriculum, exchanging fresh ideas, and working in breakout groups. Whether you're a seasoned teacher or new to the field, you’ll leave with ready-to-use resources and inspiring strategies to take your classroom to the next destination!

Speakers

Kim Thompson

BFM Educator, UTIA

Kim Thompson brings a dynamic blend of industry and education experience to the stage. With a professional background in sales and marketing for the Utah Jazz, Marriott, and Solitude Ski Resort, she offers real-world insight into the hospitality and tourism industry. As a current... Read More →

Friday June 13, 2025 2:05pm - 3:00pm MDT
H806

General Session