Work-based learning is a high-impact, meaningfully relevant, and student-focused, research-based instructional strategy. Our session will equip and empower districts as they look at implementing or enhancing this critical component of Career and Technical Education programs. As district and school leaders come prepared for diving into the key components of WBL programming, course sequencing strategies, programming processes, and much more in this action-packed session!
Connecting Individual Plan of Study (IPS) to student career development and the district process of implementation of an IPS for each student that includes utilizing a portable electronic portfolio. This session will focus on the Individual Plan of Study (IPS) Elements and how they are connected to the career development model in preparing students to make informed career decisions, set career goals as they transition from school to post-secondary education and the world of work. We will cover how electronic portable portfolios can be utilized to document student success and how students can take ownership of their own learning. Utilizing the IPS process effectively in the district can help with the school improvement process regarding standards alignment by connecting it with family, community and business partnerships. AIR (American Institute for Research) recently developed a KSDE Electronic Portfolio Guide Aligned with Career Readiness Indicators. District-prepared programs of study samples will be shared.
Education Program Consultant and Individual Plan of Study Coordinator, Kansas State Department of Education
Former Kensington Kansas Goldbug and Fort Hays State University Graduate with a Bachelors Degree in Technology Studies and a Master Degree in Education Administration. An educator for 25 years in construction & design and SkillsUSA advisor. Currently serving as an education program... Read More →
Denise Lauber is a Public Service Administrator for the Kansas Department of Education supporting the administration of Carl Perkins funds to Kansas School Districts.
Wednesday July 29, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am CDT Redbud B 210
