VATIE Conference 2026
Tentative Schedule & Conference Highlights
📍 Location: Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel
📅 Conference Dates: July 20–23, 2026 (with extended courses July 16–28)
✨ Pre-Conference & Extended Learning Opportunities
📅 July 16–21, 2026 | 12:00 PM
Curriculum & Instruction Design and Development
Course Title: Introduction to Curriculum Design and Development (Undergraduate Credit)
- Designed for CTE educators
- Focus on effective curriculum planning and instructional strategies
- Build strong, engaging, and standards-aligned programs
📅 Monday, July 20, 2026
8:00 AM – VATIE Pre-Conference Workshop (Cosmetology – CHI Hands-On)
CHI Color Master Training with Master Educator McKenzie Lehman
- Deep dive into CHI color systems
- Advanced formulation strategies
- Grey coverage & blonding techniques
- Ammonia-free technology
👉 Important:
- Pre-registration required
- Participants must bring a manikin and tools
✔ Earn professional development hours
✔ Hands-on, real-world application
🚀 Tuesday, July 21, 2026 – Opening Day
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Master Educator Session: “Light the Fuse: Igniting Motivation Within Your Students”
- Innovative engagement strategies
- Boost student motivation and classroom success
11:00 AM
Registration Opens
12:00 – 1:00 PM
🍽 Lunch & Keynote Speaker: Tim Lawrence
- Career readiness
- Workforce engagement
- Educational innovation
1:00 – 2:00 PM
🎤 Panel Discussion
Panelists:
- Tim Lawrence
- Beth Lucchesi
- Courtney Baker
- Dr. Lee Ross
Topics Include:
- Industry partnerships
- Student success strategies
- Emerging CTE trends
2:00 – 5:00 PM (Concurrent Sessions)
Feature Session: Denman Brushes (Hands-On)
Presented by Martny Wady & The Wady Company
- Advanced styling techniques
- Brush selection strategies
- Precision & control methods
- Modern salon trends
✔ Hands-on experience
✔ Classroom + salon application
Cluster Workshops
- IEP Bootcamp – Jennifer Eure
- New Teacher SOS – Laura Smith
- SkillsUSA – Debb Trip
- Additional sessions coming soon
🎯 Wednesday, July 22, 2026 – Keynotes & Breakouts
9:00 AM – Keynote Session (Auditorium)
Accreditation Best Practices
Presented by Marlo Miranda
- Accreditation updates & expectations
- Documentation systems made simple
- Program alignment with industry standards
9:00 – 10:30 AM (Room 204)
Milady Breakout Session for New Educators
- Classroom management strategies
- Instructional best practices
- Support for new CTE teachers
12:00 PM (Room 102)
OSHA 7405 Certification Course
- 0.5 CEUs
- Minimum 7 contact hours
- Ideal for Construction cluster educators
🏁 Thursday, July 23, 2026 – Professional Development
July 23–28, 2026 | 12:00 PM (Room 301)
EXED 440: Classroom Management & Professional Collaboration
- Build effective classroom systems
- Strengthen educator collaboration
- Enhance student outcomes
🌟 Why Attend VATIE 2026?
✔ Industry-Relevant Sessions
Stay current in Cosmetology, Construction, Automotive & more
✔ Hands-On Learning
Real-world training led by industry experts
✔ Networking Opportunities
Connect with educators, leaders, and vendors
✔ Professional Development
Earn CEUs and career-advancing credentials
✔ Support for All Educators
Sessions for new, experienced, and administrative professionals
📢 Stay Tuned!
This schedule is continuously being updated with new sessions and presenters.
👉 Check back often for the latest information
