The Career Technology Education Council (CTEC) Annual Conference: Full Schedule

1:30pm PST

3D Printing in STEM: Engineering Over Decoration

Friday November 6, 2026 1:30pm - 2:45pm PST

Limited Capacity seats available

This session explores practical 3D printing projects that move beyond novelty items and into authentic engineering challenges. Participants will see examples of classroom-tested design challenges. The session will also cover iteration strategies, assessment tools, print management systems, and skill progression from beginner CAD to advanced assemblies.

Friday November 6, 2026 1:30pm - 2:45pm PST
Maker Space - CCHS

CTF

3:00pm PST

Lights! Camera! Action! Photography in the Classroom

LIMITED

Friday November 6, 2026 3:00pm - 4:15pm PST

Maker Space - CCHS

Limited Capacity seats available

Interested in bringing photography to your school but not sure where to start? This session will walk teachers through the basics, from cameras and lighting to simple assignments and course structure, to help you confidently create a photography program that inspires student creativity.

Speakers

Wade Westworth

Wade is a recovering Social Studies teacher who has been teaching in Alberta for the past 28 years. For the past 15 years, his teaching assignment has been focused (pun intended) on photography, communication technology, and digital media. He currently teaches photography and communication... Read More →

Friday November 6, 2026 3:00pm - 4:15pm PST
Maker Space - CCHS

MDC- Media Design and Communication Arts

9:00am PST

Mix, Match & Make: Tee-riffic T - Shirt Edition

LIMITED

Saturday November 7, 2026 9:00am - 11:45am PST

Maker Space - CCHS

Limited Capacity seats available

Are you interested in learning about Sublimation and Direct to Film Printing? Join us for a hands‑on T‑shirt making session designed just for educators, where you’ll explore creative techniques—including Sublimation and Direct‑to‑Film (DTF) printing—to bring classroom-themed or personal designs to life. This workshop gives teachers a chance to experiment with multiple methods, learn the strengths of each. Whether you’re looking for fresh project ideas, team‑building inspiration, or simply a creative break, this relaxed, skill‑building session offers a fun way to learn, make, and connect.

Speakers

Philip Scott

Curriculum Consultant, Edmonton Catholic School Division

Philip Scott is a CTF/CTS/Careers Consultant with Edmonton Catholic Schools and is entering his 30th year in education. Over the years, he has taught everything from Physics and Chemistry to Humanities and Band, while spending much of his career immersed in CTF and CTS programming... Read More →

Wade Westworth

Saturday November 7, 2026 9:00am - 11:45am PST
Maker Space - CCHS

MDC- Media Design and Communication Arts, CTF

The Career Technology Education Council (CTEC) Annual Conference

1:30pm PST

3:00pm PST

Wade Westworth

9:00am PST

Philip Scott

Wade Westworth

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