The proposed amendments to the ACTE Bylaws are now available for member review. We encourage all members to read the proposed changes prior to voting.

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The official electronic ballot will be distributed on August 12 via email from CCD President Shelly Lewis. Please watch your inbox and take a few moments to cast your vote.

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Click HERE to view proposed changes

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Rationale for Proposed Counseling and Career Development Division Bylaw Updates

The proposed updates to the Counseling and Career Development (CCD) Division bylaws are intended to ensure our governing documents accurately reflect the current work of the division, align with modern practices, and support the continued growth and effectiveness of our organization.

 

Over the past several years, the role and work of the CCD Division has evolved significantly. The proposed revisions help clarify responsibilities, improve operational efficiency, and better align the bylaws with the work currently being carried out by division leaders and members.

 

Key rationale for the proposed updates include:

 

• Updating Officer Roles and Responsibilities
Several officer descriptions were revised to better reflect the actual duties currently being performed. This includes emphasizing strategic planning, conference coordination, member engagement, communications, and professional learning opportunities. These updates provide clearer expectations for leadership positions and help ensure continuity from year to year.

 

• Expanding Vice President Roles to Support Division Growth and Specialized Focus
The update to include two Vice President positions—Vice President of Career Development and Vice President of Student Financial Services—reflects the expanded scope and complexity of the division’s work. These roles are designed to provide targeted leadership in key priority areas, including conference planning, professional learning, and member engagement aligned to both career development and student financial services.

 

• Reflecting Current Division Initiatives and Priorities
The CCD Division has expanded its focus on professional learning, member engagement, strategic partnerships, and advocacy efforts. The proposed updates align the bylaws with the division’s current priorities and strategic direction.

 

• Modernizing Election and Communication Processes
Language related to nominations, elections, and member communication was updated to reflect current electronic voting and communication practices. These revisions help improve accessibility, efficiency, and transparency for members across the state.

 

• Clarifying Conference and Funding Procedures
Proposed revisions provide additional clarity regarding representation and funding for ACTE VISION, Region IV Conference participation, and leadership development opportunities. These updates help ensure consistency and flexibility in the event designated representatives are unable to attend.

 

• Ensuring Organizational Flexibility and Sustainability
The updates help position the division for long-term sustainability by allowing the Executive Committee to respond effectively to changing needs, member interests, and professional trends while maintaining accountability to the membership.

 

• Maintaining Alignment with Current Practices
Some revisions are simply housekeeping updates designed to align the bylaws with the way the division currently operates, including committee structure, meeting procedures, terminology, and leadership transitions.

 

Overall, these proposed updates are intended to strengthen the CCD Division, support effective leadership, improve member engagement, and ensure our bylaws continue to serve the needs of the organization both now and in the future.

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