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responsibility to make sure everyone understands the critical role CTE plays in insuring that people have access to a complete and competitive education to prepare them for success in the modern workforce. Kirk Clowe Edney Region: IV Division: Agricultural Education/NRS (Instructional Materials Section) Occupation: Assistant Professor Employment History: Assistant Professor, Agricultural Leadership, Education & Communications, Texas A&M University (1998–present); Program Director & Education Specialist, Texas Education Agency (1989–1998); Agricultural Science Teacher & Dept. Head, Azle High School (1978–1989); Agricultural Science Teacher, Arlington High School (1975–1978) Education: Texas A&M University (Ph. D., Agricultural Leadership, Education & Communications); Tarleton State University (MS, Teaching, Agricultural Education); Texas A&M University (BS, Agricultural Education) ACTE Involvement—ACTE Division: ACTE Member (1976–present); Voting Delegate (2010); NRS Vice President Candidate (2010); Association for Instructional Materials [AIM] (2000–present): Vice President (2004, 2005, 2008), President (2006–2007, 2009–2010, 2012); Workshop Presenter (2000–2011) ACTE National—Other Activities: eMedia Advisory Group (2009–2011); Cultural Awareness Committee (2007–2009) State/ Local: Brazos Valley College Tech-Prep Advisory Committee (2005–2011); American Association for Agricultural Education (2001–present); Bryan & College Station ISD CTE Advisory Committees (1999–present); Vocational Agriculture Teachers Association of Texas (1975–present); NAAE (1975– present); FFA Chapter Advisor (1975–1989); State FFA Advisor (1994–1998) Platform Statement: In a term of service as ACTE vice president for New and Related Services, I wish to continue the attitude of encouraging leadership that has been

evident in our Division for many years. Although we represent various initiatives, we hold ideas of common interest and concern. All of us working together can continue to provide communication beneficial to the group as a whole. NRS is the best opportunity for our various entities to interact and collaborate. Communication is the key to expanding the mission and core values of ACTE. I will continue the excellent work begun in this area through the use of social media, as well as continuing to use what we have come to know as contemporary venues. Communication must be a two-way street. Enhanced and expanded communications efforts will serve to bring new members to NRS. ACTE member recognition is of value in social organizations. I will work to identify methods for showcasing the contributions of our membership. Sandra Poirier Region: II Division: NRS (Teacher Educator Section)/Family and Consumer Sciences Occupation: Professor and FCSE Teacher Educator Employment History: Professor, Middle TN State University (2011–present); Associate Professor, Middle TN State University (2005–2011); Assistant Professor, Zayed University, UAE (2002– 2005); Visiting Assistant Professor, FL Intl. University (2000–2002); Adjunct Professor, FL Atlantic University (1998–2000); FCS Program Leader IV, University of Florida (1986–2000); Provincial FSC Specialist, Alberta Agriculture (1974–1985); FCS Secondary Teacher, Edmonton Public Schools (1973–1974); Extension Agent I, University of Arizona (1972–1973); Head Start Teacher, Child Development Center (1970–1972); Kindergarten Teacher, Pre-School Lab School, University of Arizona (1969–1970) Education: Florida International (Ed.D.); University of Arizona (MS); Florida State University (BS) ACTE Involvement—ACTE Division: National School Reform Task Force Member (2010–present) ACTE Region: Region II

Awards Committee (2009–2011); ACTE Conference Region II Presenter (2009) ACTE National—Other Activities: National Policy Seminar (2010); ACTE Annual Conference Presenter (2007–present) State/Local: ACTE Advisor at Middle TN State University for Pre-service Teachers (2006–present); Career and Technical Education Research, Journal Reviewer (2010); IVETA Member (2007–present); ISBE International Conference (2011) Platform Statement: Research has shown that learning is critical to the future of the world, and yet our educational systems are facing unprecedented challenges. As the division vice president of New and Related Services, I would start by learning from my predecessors and then carve out a collaborative agenda for the Division. Utilizing the ACTE strategic plan and technology, I would empower those sections to create a three-year plan of action that would build on the past yet encourage the establishment of new learning communities which would be comprised of individuals possessing strong leadership skills. Membership would consist of advisory committees, industry partnerships, voices from students and parents, local governmental representatives and postsecondary teacher educators—key groups representing ACTE clientele. This new approach would be communicated to build strong collaborative networks. Marketing this plan is key for the success of this diverse Division.

Acte Vice Presidentelect for trAde And industriAl educAtion
Len Bogner Region: IV Division: Trade and Industrial (T&I) Education Division Occupation: Associate Professor Employment History: Associate Professor, University of Central Oklahoma (2007–present); Associate Professor, University of Wisconsin-

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