EDUCON is a premier educational showcase and learning opportunity for teachers, principals, and district leaders. Participants will have the opportunity to choose breakout sessions led by school districts from across the Central Kentucky region and beyond. You will not just come away with a good idea or two; you will gain an abundance of great ideas and best practices that you can immediately apply in your classroom, school, or district.
Breakout Session Strands: Your chance to focus on a particular area of interest throughout the conference or explore a broader span! 1. Academics & Instructional Best Practices 2. AI & Technology 3. Systemic School Supports 4. Career Exploration & Future Focused Opportunities
We’re proud to announce our keynote speakers: On Day 1, Jimmy Casas, nationally recognized educator and author of Culturize and Day 2, Horacio Sanchez, renowned expert on resilience and brain-based learning. Both will deliver powerful messages to inspire and equip educators to lead with purpose, compassion, and innovation..
Daily Schedule 7:45 am Registration and Vendor Hall opens 8:30 am Welcome & Keynote Speaker 10:30 am -11:30 am Breakout Sessions 12:00 pm -1:00 pm Lunch break 1:15 pm -2:15 pm Breakout Sessions 2:30 pm -3:30 pm Breakout Sessions
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In Campbell County Schools, we believe graduates must leave with more than strong academic skills—they must be ready for the world that awaits them. Our intentionally designed PK–12 career pathway approach ensures students are exposed to, explore, and experience diverse opportunities aligned to both their interests and the regional workforce demand. This journey begins in kindergarten, where students are introduced to career concepts through early career clubs and activities. In middle school, career exploration is embedded in encore courses, allowing students to discover areas of interest while developing foundational skills. By high school, students actively engage in their chosen pathways through dual credit, Advanced Placement coursework, internships, and other immersive learning experiences. We have aligned our career pathways to reflect both high-demand local industries and student interest. Data from the YouScience aptitude and interest survey helps us schedule courses, guide experiences, and match students with opportunities that align with their strengths. Throughout every pathway, students apply the competencies from our district’s Profile of a Graduate—becoming effective communicators, collaborators, critical thinkers, resilient learners, and individuals fully prepared for their own unique next step. This presentation will share how intentional alignment across grade levels, coupled with real-world partnerships and robust student data, creates a system where every graduate leaves not only academically accomplished, but also equipped with the skills, experiences, and confidence to thrive in their future.
