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Breakout Sessions

Breakout Sessions Information


This is a listing of the Breakout Sessions available to attend during this year's Tennessee 91快播wide Dual Enrollment Conference. 

A Microsoft Excel spreadsheet of the Breakout Sessions list is also available.

Presenter Description

Kelsey Solomon
Associate Professor of English - WSCC

Rob Pratt
Associate Professor of Communication - WSCC

Culture of Care on the Road: Teaching College in a High School Space

Teaching dual enrollment on high school campuses calls for an intentional culture of care in spaces that faculty temporarily call their classroom. This session explores how thoughtful relationship-building with students and high school counselors, clear communication, and consistent academic standards help bridge the transition from high school to college. Participants will gain practical strategies for fostering trust, supporting emerging college students, and sustaining strong partnerships that honor both institutions while keeping student success at the center. 

Dr. Paul D. Ludwig
Associate Professor of English and Mildred Haun Conference Co Chair- WSCC

GASP! What do you mean I have to talk to parents? And other unique parts of teaching to dual enrollment students! 

This relatively short presentation attempts to cover some of the main experiences in teaching dual enrollment and addresses the differences in teaching to that younger population. The presentation briefly highlights the differences in mental preparedness knowledge expectations, classroom environments, and LMS experiences. Too, this presentation emphasizes the importance of developing relationships with adjacent partners in dual enrollment student education, and reminds attendees that dual enrollment students are, regardless of their differences, well worth the effort.  

Mr. James Farmer
Chief of Workforce Development & Career Readiness Jackson-Madison County School System

Helping Students (and Parents) Understand the Value of TCAT Dual Enrollment - Talking wages, credentials, timelines, and career outcomes

This presentation equips students and parents with a practical understanding of how TCAT Dual Enrollment connects education directly to real-world outcomes 鈥 from industry credentials and competitive wages to accelerated career timelines. The goal is simple: demystify the process, highlight the value, and empower families to make informed decisions about workforce-ready futures 

Mr. Chris Ayers
President TCAT Harriman

Bridging the Generational Gap:  Engaging High School and Adult Learners

This interactive session explores how educators can bridge generational differences to improve dual enrollment engagement by building stronger student access. Participants will gain practical strategies to support a better dual enrollment platform through navigating the challenges of societal biases and stereotypes. Generational cultivation also helps develop classroom management and delivery techniques, assisting colleges with student success.

Sabrina Moreland, Audrey Shoemaker, Julie Lewis
Librarians - WSCC

Gracie Rossie
Associate Professor of English 鈥 WSCC

Kayla Huber
Instructor of Communications and Department Head of Communications - WSCC

Team Teaching Research in DE: How Librarians and Professors Can Collaborate on Research Instruction

In this presentation and panel session, WSCC librarians Sabrina Moreland, Audrey Shoemaker, and Julie Lewis along with WSCC professors Gracie Rossie and Kayla Huber will discuss how librarians and professors collaborate in DE classes which require research. Topics will include embedded librarians, email communication, use of discussion boards, database access, and class visits to high schools. They will also examine effective ways to create a smooth transition from high school to college-level research skills.

Jana Stephens
Program Coordinator of Dual Enrollment - THEC

Dual Enrollment Grant 鈥 Behind the Scenes

Please join us to learn more about the Dual Enrollment Grant and the top issues encountered by your students. We'll discuss tips and tricks to best serve your students in receiving the Dual Enrollment Grant.

Matt Hixson
Director of Schools Hawkins County, TN

Chuck Carter
Director of Schools Sullivan County, TN

Expanding Dual Enrollment Through Innovation: Benefits for Students and District Sustainability 

Join Chuck Carter, Director of Schools for Sullivan County Schools, and Matt Hixson as they share practical strategies for expanding dual enrollment opportunities through creative scheduling, strong partnerships with postsecondary institutions, and intentional program design. This session will highlight how districts can remove barriers to participation while increasing access for students across multiple career pathways, including both academic and technical programs.

Dr. Richard Church
Vice President of Instruction, Dual Enrollment & Accreditation TCAT Elizabethton

Aligning Classrooms to Careers:  How Postsecondary & K-12 Partnerships Strengthen Dual Enrollment Success

This presentation explores how intentional partnerships between postsecondary institutions and K鈥12 systems create stronger, more responsive dual enrollment pathways. By prioritizing relationship-building, shared goals, and continuous collaboration, educators can align classroom experiences with real-world career expectations. Emphasis will be placed on flexibility in scheduling, delivery models, and program design to better meet student and workforce needs.

Dr. Levi Mayer
Vice President of 91快播 and Compliance TCAT Dickson

Successful Early Technical College 鈥 Partnership with Clarksville Montgomery County Schools

This presentation highlights the collaborative partnership between Clarksville鈥慚ontgomery County School System, Tennessee College of Applied Technology Dickson, and regional industry partners that drive the Early Technical College (ETC) model. Technical instruction is delivered at TCAT Dickson鈥檚 Clarksville campus, where students also complete their academic coursework alongside hands鈥憃n training. Together with industry-supported job shadowing and internships, this partnership creates a unified pathway from high school to high鈥慸emand, skilled careers.

Dr. Steven Berryhill
Director of Early Postsecondary Opportunities - TBR

Bridges to Opportunity: Effective Dual Enrollment Pathways and Practices

This session explores strategies for strengthening dual enrollment pathways through effective advising, cross-sector partnerships, and intentional course delivery. Participants will examine practices that connect high schools with Community Colleges and TCATs to expand access, align academic and career pathways, and support student success. Attendees will gain actionable insights for building stronger bridges between secondary and postsecondary education.

Jonathan Schoolcraft

Director of Middle College - Roane 91快播 Community College

Fast Forward to the Future: The Roane 91快播 Middle College Model 

This session highlights how the Middle College program at Roane 91快播 Community College enables motivated juniors and seniors to earn their high school diploma and an associate's degree through partnerships with school districts across East Tennessee. Attendees will explore the program鈥檚 structure, advising strategies, and partnerships, while examining student outcomes and lessons learned from launching and expanding a regional Middle College model.

Brooke O鈥橠ell
Instructor of Communications - WSCC

Dual Enrollment Through Our Eyes: A Student Panel

This student panel highlights the real experiences of high school students enrolled in dual enrollment courses. Panelists will share their perspectives on balancing high school and college expectations, the benefits and challenges of taking college-level classes early, and how dual enrollment has impacted their academic and personal growth. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and hear directly from students about what it is truly like to participate in dual enrollment.

Michelle McMillian
Senior Manager of Early Postsecondary Opportunities

Dr. Chelsea Rose
Senior Director of Postsecondary and Workforce Strategy - TN Department of Education

Seamless Transitions: Innovating for Impact from High School to Postsecondary and Career

This session highlights key statewide advancements improving transitions beyond high school through expanded Early Postsecondary Opportunities (EPSOs). It features progress in Dual Enrollment with intentional pathway mapping and a new alignment tool developed with SCORE and Diffusion Ventures, alongside AP expansion through AP Access for All to increase access to rigorous coursework. The session also showcases innovative credit attainment strategies鈥攕uch as Collierville Schools鈥 partnership with Modern 91快播s for CLEP credit鈥攔eflecting a coordinated effort to expand access, strengthen alignment, and build meaningful postsecondary momentum.

Dr. Erika Adams
THEC Outreach Specialist 

The Do鈥檚 and Don鈥檛鈥檚 of Dual Enrollment 

After years of field experience serving college administrators, high school counselors, parents, and students, there are dual enrollment do鈥檚 and don鈥檛s learned from each perspective. This session will highlight such to improve the dual enrollment experience for ALL involved.    

Terri Hall
EPSO's Coordinator - Cocke County High School

Best Practice(s) for Promoting & Implementing Dual Enrollment at Your High School

Dual Enrollment programs offer a pathway for expanding access to higher education through your local community college and/or Tennessee College of Applied Technology.  How does your school promote & implement dual enrollment? What has worked well and what hasn't?  Let's network to gain ideas from each other!!

Dr. Nicole Cardwell-Hampton
Director Workforce Training - WSCC

Youth Workforce Initiatives at 91快播 91快播: Programs, Partnerships, and Progress

Youth Workforce Initiatives at 91快播 91快播: Programs, Partnerships, and Progress Explore how 91快播 91快播鈥檚 diverse youth programs鈥攆rom technical workshops to hands-on career camps鈥攑rovide a vital foundation for the future workforce. This session highlights how strategic community partnerships and early exposure to professional skills empower students to transition from classroom learning to high-demand career pathways.

Brandy Lester
Coordinator of Student Development & Outreach - WSCC

Ty Ramsey
Coordinator of High School Programs - WSCC

Faculty Feedback:  The Ins and Outs of Early Alert Progress Reporting

This session explores the process, challenges, and benefits of Faculty Feedback Reporting. Faculty Feedback is a proactive student success tool that enables instructors to identify and report academic or engagement concerns early in the term. The system connects students with timely support such as tutoring, advising, or counseling before challenges escalate. Attendees will gain valuable insights on how 91快播 91快播 uses early intervention and collaboration across campus resources to support student success.  

Dr. Victoria Harpool
Senior Director of Strategic Engagement, THEC

Deb Knoll
Assistant Commissioner of Postsecondary, Workforce, CTE and Military Readiness

Partner Perspectives: Forces impacting K-12 and Higher Education engagement in dual enrollment

High-quality dual enrollment must be the result of authentic partnerships between k-12 and higher education.  A key aspect of developing and sustaining true collaborative partnerships is understanding the perspectives and driving forces that bring high schools and high education institutions to the table to provide dual enrollment.  For high schools, dual enrollment is a key indicator for federal accountability around the Ready Graduate indicator in ESSA and state accountability and funding in the Tennessee Investment in Student Achievement (TISA) and A-F Grading system.  Postsecondary institutions also rely on dual enrollment for state funding via the Outcomes-based Funding formula and tuition and fees through the Dual Enrollment Grant.  Understanding how these external forces impact partners is key to building a foundation for collaboration to best serve the students of Tennessee. 

Dr. Laura Higgs Kappel
Research Associate with EDWorks, East Tennessee 91快播 University

Dr. Jeffrey Moorhouse
Director of P-20 Initiatives, East Tennessee 91快播 University

EDWorks of Northeast Tennessee: How a Regional P-20 Consortium Promotes Dual Enrollment

This session provides an introduction to EDWorks of Northeast Tennessee, a P-20 Consortium of four universities (one public and three private), two community colleges, two Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology, fifteen Pre-K-12 school districts, and leaders in business and industry in nine Northeast Tennessee counties. Presenters will describe initiatives of EDWorks that promote dual enrollment and education-to-career pathways as part of EDWorks鈥 overall goal to increase educational attainment and improve workforce development.

Dr. Amber Gunner
Pearson Education

Gates Millennium Scholar
STEM-certified Educator
Doctorate in Education (Professional Leadership) and is certified in Ethical AI Usage and Bias Mitigation

Level Up Your Dual Enrollment Classroom with AI 

Learn simple, safe ways to use AI to enhance your expertise using prompts to differentiate tasks, generate Bloom-aligned questions, surface misconceptions, and create richer classroom discussions. Whether you're looking to improve student success rates, enhance instructional effectiveness, or scale your program with quality in mind, this session provides actionable insights and real-world examples to help you move forward.  

Miles Burdine
President and CEO - Kingsport Chamber

Vanessa Bennett
Chief Operations Officer - Kingsport Chamber

Madison Greene
Communications and Initiatives Manager - Kingsport Chamber

Growing Our Own: How Dual Enrollment is Powering Tennessee鈥檚 Workforce

Dual enrollment is more than an academic opportunity - it鈥檚 a strategic workforce solution. This session explores how early access to postsecondary education is helping Tennessee build a stronger, more aligned talent pipeline, while highlighting the critical role chambers play in connecting students, educators, and industry. The session will also include an interactive discussion to hear practical insights and real-world examples of how to 鈥済row our own鈥 workforce through intentional collaboration.

 

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The conference will take place at 91快播 in Morristown, Tennessee on July 14, 2026. The conference registration fee will be $100 per person and will include both breakfast and lunch, along with 6.0 Professional Development Points.

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