Welcome to OkPACE
What is OkPACE? We are Oklahoma Post-Secondary Adult Career Education, comprised of adult education and workforce economic development employees from all across the Oklahoma CareerTech system.
Our mission is to be advocates for career and technology professionals, serving business and industry.
OK SUMMIT UPDATE:
We will be offering FREE branded headshots at Summit Day 2 again this year! Once you get your proof from the photographer, you are able to pay a small fee of $25 to remove the branding.
Also, we are holding a social on Thursday, August 1 at Studio 308. The social will include heavy hors d'ourves catered by Ludgers Catering, free non-alcoholic drinks provided by PACE, and a cash bar for those interested in adult beverages. Of course, this is a great opportunity to network and catch up with friends from around the state. All PACE members are welcome!
Upcoming Officer Election Candidates Biographies
Modification to Guidelines to Make Reporter a 2-year Term
Election results will be announced at Summit!
President-Elect Candidate
Derek Black, CSP, M.S., M.E.
Adult Career & Community Development Coordinator at Canadian Valley Tech
Derek is the Adult Career & Community Development Coordinator for both the Chickasha and El Reno campuses at Canadian Valley. He has a M.E. in Educational Leadership, as well as a B.S. and M.S. in Occupational Safety & Health from Southeastern Oklahoma State University. He is also a certified Secondary Principal and Certified Safety Professional (CSP). He has a wife, Bailey, and 3 kids: ages 13, 4, and 3, which keep him busy outside of work.
Since his employment with CV Tech, Derek strives for continuous improvement, whether it be processes or people. He believes in continuing education, which might be the main reason he is in his current position. One of his favorite quotes is:
"If you're not learning, you're wasting time."
Outside of his regular duties as Adult Coordinator, Derek manages the District's Short-Term Course website pages, helps coordinate the biannual course catalog, is a member/SME for both the District and Campus Safety Teams, and works closely with the Workforce Development department.
Reporter Candidate
Julie Griffin
Meridian Technology Center
Julie Griffin is a dedicated advocate for personal development, driven by a passion for helping individuals recognize their innate strengths and achieve their full potential.
In her role at Meridian Technology Center in Oklahoma, she leverages her expertise to work closely with clients across diverse industries, guiding them towards success.
As a Certified Facilitator for The 6 Types of Working Genius, Julie brings a wealth of knowledge to her training and coaching sessions, equipping participants with practical tools to enhance productivity, communication, and morale in both professional and personal spheres.
Julie resides in NE Oklahoma with her husband and two children, where she enjoys balancing her professional pursuits with ranching, fishing, and engaging in her children's activities.
Conference
Spring Conference 2024 Registration is closed.
Pictures and calisthenics so you can stand on your head for some of them. Working on why some are upside down. Stay tuned!
Please send pictures to susan.nightingale@tulsatech.edu
Contacts
IF YOU WOULD LIKE MORE INFORMATION ABOUT PACE MEMBERSHIP PLEASE CONTACT WWW.OKACTE.ORG
We are a division of the Oklahoma Association of Career and Technology Education Organization (OKACTE)
PACE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 2023-2024:
| Career Tech Advisor | Lori Laufer | ODCTE | lori.laufer@careertech.ok.gov |
| Past President | Krista Scammahorn | n/a | KSMagicHappens@gmail.com |
| President | Kathy Adair | Indian Capital | kathy.adair@ictech.edu |
| President-Elect | Kirsten Lindsay | Francis Tuttle | kirsten.lindsay@francistuttle.edu |
| Secretary | Susan Nightingale | Tulsa Tech | susan.nightingale@tulsatech.edu |
| Treasurer | Ben Evans | Pioneer Tech | bene@pioneertech.edu |
| Reporter | Derek Black | Canadian Valley | dblack@cvtech.edu |
| CTAC Representative | Brad Bentley | Southern Tech | bbentley@sotech.edu |
COMMITTEE CHAIRS FOR 2023-2024:
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Standing Committees |
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Audit |
Ben Evans | Pioneer Tech | bene@pioneertech.edu |
| Awards & Recognition | Cara Evans | Francis Tuttle | cara.evans@francistuttle.edu |
| Conference Planning | Stephanie Sumrall | Tulsa Tech | stephanie.sumrall@tulsatech.edu |
| Diversity Action | Megan Edwards | Northeast Tech | megan.edwards@netech.edu |
| Membership Services | Lisa Benjamin | Tulsa Tech | lisa.benjamin@tulsatech.edu |
| Mutual Benevolence | Shawn Freie | Canadian Valley Technology Center | shawn.freie@cvtech.edu |
| Bylaws & Guidelines | Russell Parker | Tulsa Tech | russell.parker@tulsatech.edu |
| Nominating | Krista Scammahorn | n/a | KSMagicHappens@gmail.com |
| PAC/Legislative | Russell Parker Stefanie Garland |
Tulsa Tech Moore Norman |
russell.parker@tulsatech.edu stefanie.garland@mntc.edu |
| Ad-hoc Committees | |||
| Professional Development | Julie Griffin Krista Scammahorn |
Meridian Tech n/a |
julieg@meridiantech.edu KSMagicHappens@gmail.com |
| Social & Networking | Kathy Gregory | Autry Tech | kgregory@autrytech.edu |
| Sponsor Acquisition | Ernie Gomez | retired | ernestgomez1@yahoo.com |
| Technology | Susan Nightingale | Tulsa Tech | susan.nightingale@tulsatech.edu |
Awards
OkPACE 2024 Awards Presentation
OkPACE 2023 Awards Presentation
AWARDS Resources
Click the link below to view the Livestream training from December 2023
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hG1CDYzGGaNwDQpCCwjUPfuN7Bw4-uOi/view?usp=drive_link
OkPACE AWARDS CRITERIA 2024
The application link for OkPACE awards is: https://acte.secure-platform.com/a/organizations/OK/home
Scroll almost all the way to the bottom of the page below the OkACTE Excellence and Impact Awards. There are separate links for each OkPACE award. Below, are links for the scorecard criteria for each award. These scorecards and other Awards resources are also available in this folder. Please email a photo of the person, collaborative team, or outcome being nominated to pace@okacte.org when you submit your nomination.
PACE members can also compete for OkACTE awards. Winners may advance to compete at the OkACTE, Region IV, and ACTE levels. Descriptions and award criteria may be found at www.okacte.org/awards.
PACE Award of Excellence Scorecard
PACE Innovation Award Scorecard
PACE Outstanding Training Project Award Scorecard
PACE Economic Development Award Scorecard
Diversity
Contact megan.edwards@netech.edu if you have events or suggestions for content.
COMING EVENTS
All OkACTE / PACE members are welcome to attend the OkACTE Diversity Action Committee meetings. You can't vote unless you're a member of the committee, but your input, participation and enthusiasm are greatly welcome and appreciated.
TBD
Diversity Action Committee
| Name | Tech Center | Phone | |
| Sarah Adcock | Central Tech | sarah.adcock@centraltech.edu | 918-224-0235 |
| Lori Broyles | ODCTE | lori.broyles@careertech.ok.gov | 405-361-5268 |
| Megan Edwards | Northeast Tech | megan.edwards@netech.edu | 918-476-8252 |
| Tamera Hicks | Mid-America | thicks@matech.edu | 405-449-7685 |
| Chuck Kearney | Autry Tech | ckearney@autrytech.edu | 580-747-0830 |
| Laci McCool | Caddo Kiowa | lmccool@mycktc.com | 405-643-3281 |
| Crystal Stewart | Tulsa Tech | crystal.stewart@tulsatech.edu | 918-828-5264 |
| Angela Thornton | Indian Capital | angela.thornton@ictech.edu | 918-348-7967 |
| Elena Troya | Metro Tech | elena.troya@metrotech.edu | 405-824-2777 |
What's New
Upcoming Events
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