We are excited to host you for the 2025 Teacher Professional Development Conference in New York City! See the below agenda for the Business of Culinary (Tuesday, June 10th and Wednesday, June 11th) and Fashion Immersion (Thursday, June 12th and Friday, June 13th).
The group will meet at the lobby of the SpringHill Suites New York Midtown Manhattan Hotel (25 West 37th Street) each morning at 9:30am to walk to each day’s activities together. The conference is led by Jon Harari and Gayla Randel.
FINAL AGENDA (items may be subject to change)
BUSINESS OF CULINARY
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
10:15am: Meet in Front of Chelsea Market, 75 9th Avenue (at 16th Street), New York, NY 10011
10:30am: Chelsea Market Tour
Chelsea Market, 75 9th Avenue (at 16th Street), New York, NY 10011
Explore the uniqueness of one of the greatest indoor food markets with plenty of tastings
Subway: From SpringHill Suites hotel, take the BDFM downtown subway (orange) to West 4th street and then change to ACE uptown subway (blue) to 14th Street: https://maps.app.goo.gl/oVkW1W7mo2ozzRdn7
1:30pm: High Line Tour
The High Line, 16th Streets to 29th Streets, New York, NY 10011
Discover the elevated freight rail line transformed into a public park
Walking: From 14th Street to 29th Street on the High Line: https://maps.app.goo.gl/4iW9o5EqU8TTMtVX8
2pm: New York City: The Business of Culinary Overview
WeWork, 368 9th Ave New York NY 10001 (at 29th Street), Room 5B, New York, NY 10001
Overview about New York City’s food industry
Seated indoor presentation in a conference room
3pm: Culinary Professional Development
WeWork, 368 9th Ave New York NY 10001 (at 29th Street), Room 5B, New York, NY 10001
Teacher culinary professional development presentation and discussion
Seated indoor presentation in a conference room
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
10:30am: Meet in Front of John’s of Bleecker Street, 278 Bleecker Street (at Jones Street), New York, NY 10014
11am: Pizza Tour
John’s of Bleecker Street, 278 Bleecker Street (at Jones Street), New York, NY 10014
Pizza tastings, kitchen tours, in-depth pizza analysis
Subway: From SpringHill Suites hotel, take the BDFM downtown subway (orange) to West 4th street: https://maps.app.goo.gl/c77GJ2uuG6fHe7tg7
2:30pm: Koreatown Tour
555 7th Avenue (at 40th Street), New York, NY 10018
Adventure through the culture, history, and, incredible food of Koreatown
Subway: From Greenwich Village, take the 123 uptown subway (red) to Times Square: https://maps.app.goo.gl/KNeoTguCX32BV5P3A
5pm: Conclusion & Debrief
Teacher Evening Reception (for all attendees!)
7pm to 9pm: Teacher Conference Reception
Vintage Green Rooftop, 303 Lexington Avenue (at 37th Street), 16th Floor, New York NY 10016
Network with all the teachers from both conferences at one of New York City’s newest rooftop lounge
Walking: 10 minute walk from SpringHill Suites hotel walk East on 37th Street to Lexington Avenue: https://maps.app.goo.gl/dJy6BGcD4icb4fp28
FASHION IMMERSION
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Meet at 9:50am: Lobby of SpringHill Suites New York Midtown Manhattan Hotel (25 West 37th Street)
10:30am: Calvin Klein Presentation
WeWork, 205 West 37th Street (at 7th Avenue), 9B107 Conference Room, New York, NY 10017
Meet executive(s) from one of the world’s leading global fashion lifestyle brands
Walking: 5 minute walk: https://maps.app.goo.gl/fySJDtbZyuYjHRYg9
11:30am: Welcome from WindowsWear
WeWork, 205 West 37th Street (at 7th Avenue), 9B107 Conference Room, New York, NY 10017
Welcome to New York City fashion / retail presentation
Seated indoor presentation in a conference room
1:30pm: Lunch at Stella34 at Macy’s Herald Square
151 West 34th Street (at Broadway), New York, NY 10001
Walking: 5 minute walk: https://maps.app.goo.gl/LJxaiSWRi1JrYG4V7
3:30pm: Diana Mahrach Couture
263 West 38th Street (at 8th Avenue), New York, NY 10008
Specializing in custom-made evening, wedding, and special-occasion gowns and unique textiles
Walking: 5 minute walk: https://maps.app.goo.gl/z7hhL2y7fMBn9GmX6
5:15pm: Optional Excursion led by Gayla Randel (Thursday evening):
Explore Downtown: Statue of Liberty, Twin Towers memorial, Freedom Tower, Frances Tavern, Wall Street, Financial District, Staten Island ferry
Friday, June 13, 2025
Meet at 9:50am: Lobby of SpringHill Suites New York Midtown Manhattan Hotel (25 West 37th Street)
10:30am: Professional Development Discussion
LIM College, 545 5th Avenue (at 45th Street), New York, NY 10017
Family and Consumer Sciences teacher and state program manager lead
Walking: 15 minute walk: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ckXteMVS8sR5cNz2A
11:30am: LIM College Lunch & Learn
LIM College, 545 5th Avenue (at 45th Street), New York, NY 10017
Learn about LIM College and its educational offerings
Seated indoor presentation in a conference room
1:30pm: Fifth Avenue Tour
611 5th Avenue, New York, NY 10022 5th Avenue in Midtown Manhattan
5th Avenue tour including Saks Fifth Avenue, Tiffany & Co., Bergdorf Goodman
Walking: 1.5 hour stroll (30 minute stops inside Saks Fifth Avenue, Tiffany & Co, and Bergdorf Goodman): https://maps.app.goo.gl/78Rh12XgRjXyRgFu8
3:30pm: MET Museum
1000 5th Avenue (at 82nd Street), New York, NY 10028
The Costume Institute’s Spring 2025 Exhibition, Superfine: Tailoring Black Style. Official audio guide.
Bus: Madison Avenue at 58th Street to Madison Avenue at 79th Street: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ymCrgCHCS5KrwzbV6
Notes
–Cocktail attire is appropriate for Wednesday evenings event
–Be sure to bring comfortable shoes since our tours will entail walking
–Consider bringing a refillable water bottle as the daytime temperatures might warrant hydration
–Watch the weather predictions and bring rain gear if it is expected
–If you’d like to do the NYC exploring Thursday evening, bring causal clothing
–For subway and bus trips, we ask that everyone pay for their rides as it’s the easiest way of making payment ($2.90 per person per ride)
Confirmed Attendees
| Ashley Shoemaker from South Garner High School (Gardner, NC): Fashion Immersion on June 12th to June 13th |
| Ashley Whitesides from Cary High School (Cary, NC): The Business of Culinary on June 10th to June 11th |
| Ashley Woodruff from McCracken County High School (Paducah, KY): The Business of Culinary on June 10th to June 11th |
| Beth Hodges from Middle Creek High School (Apex, NC): Fashion Immersion on June 12th to June 13th |
| Brandi Heard from East Rowan High School (Salisbury, NC): Culinary & Fashion on June 10th to June 13th |
| Carmen Carter from Dallas College – El Centro Campus (Dallas, TX): Fashion Immersion on June 12th to June 13th (+1 Cynthia Grant on June 13th) |
| Caylen Knight from Cooper High School (Union, KY): Culinary & Fashion on June 10th to June 13th |
| Christi Krist from Westside High School (Omaha, NE): Fashion Immersion on June 12th to June 13th |
| Courtney Mauney from East Rowan High School (Salisbury, NC): Culinary & Fashion on June 10th to June 13th |
| Dana Berliner from Rock Hill High School (Frisco, TX): Fashion Immersion on June 12th to June 13th |
| Danielle Shirley from Rock Hill High School (Frisco, TX): Fashion Immersion on June 12th to June 13th |
| Debbie Maupin from Center Grove High School (Greenwood, IN): Fashion Immersion on June 12th to June 13th |
| Emily Thomas from Walnut Grove High School (Prosper, TX): Fashion Immersion on June 12th to June 13th |
| Erin Kehr from Gettysburg Area High School (Gettysburg, PA): The Business of Culinary on June 10th to June 11th |
| Gayla Randel from Montana Public Schools (Helena, MT): Culinary & Fashion on June 10th to June 13th |
| Heather Dedie from Holman Middle School (Glen Allen, VA): The Business of Culinary on June 10th to June 11th |
| Heidi Strim from Melba High School (Melba, ID): Fashion Immersion on June 12th to June 13th |
| Jaleh Naasz from Cañada College (Redwood City, CA ): Fashion Immersion on June 12th to June 13th (+1 Persia Naasz on June 12th and 13th) |
| Katie Misenheimer from East Rowan High School (Salisbury, NC): Culinary & Fashion on June 10th to June 13th |
| Katy Scudder from Roseville Pathways (Roseville, CA ): Fashion Immersion on June 12th to June 13th |
| Kelli King from West Des Moines Schools (West Des Moines, IA): Culinary & Fashion on June 10th to June 13th |
| Kelly VanDenBeldt from Asheville High School (Asheville, NC): Culinary & Fashion on June 10th to June 13th |
| Kimberly Bush from South Aiken High School (Aiken, SC): The Business of Culinary on June 10th to June 11th |
| Mary Breedlove from South High Magnet, OPS (Omaha, NE): Fashion Immersion on June 12th to June 13th |
| Sara Monson from Asheville High School (Asheville, NC): Culinary & Fashion on June 10th to June 13th |
| Sara Policky from Omaha South High School (Omaha, NE): Fashion Immersion on June 12th to June 13th |
| Sarah Steffan from Cooper High School (Union, KY): Culinary & Fashion on June 10th to June 13th |
| Shanin McKavish from California High School (San Ramon, CA): Fashion Immersion on June 12th to June 13th |
| Sharon Rash from Pryor High School (Pryor, OK): Fashion Immersion on June 12th to June 13th |
| Susan Dews from Larry A. Ryle High School (Union, KY ): Culinary & Fashion on June 10th to June 13th |
| Sylvi Schilbach from Sno-Isle TECH Skills Center (Everett, WA): Fashion Immersion on June 12th to June 13th |
| Tiffany Caro-Sanchez from Prosper High School (Prosper, TX): Fashion Immersion on June 12th to June 13th |
Guest Policy: Each attendee may add 1 non-teacher guest for $250/day, including all scheduled experiences for that day. Limited upon availability and must be paid prior to Monday, June 2nd.
Hotel Accomodations
SpringHill Suites New York Midtown Manhattan/Fifth Avenue
25 West 37th Street, NY, NY 10018 (between 5th and 6th Avenues)
Please note that guests will be asked to provide a credit card at check-in to cover any incidental charges for hotel amenities or services not included in the conference package. Your room, tax, and porterage fees have already been prepaid through your conference registration.
| First Name | Last Name | Arrival Date | Departure Date | Confirmation Number | Room Type | Additional Guest Names |
| DANA | BERLINER | Jun-11-2025 | Jun-14-2025 | 96294871 | 2 beds | DANIELLE SHIRLEY |
| MARY | BREEDLOVE | Jun-11-2025 | Jun-14-2025 | 96294891 | 2 beds | SARA POLICKY |
| TIFFANY | CARO-SANCHEZ | Jun-11-2025 | Jun-14-2025 | 96294828 | 2 beds | EMILY THOMAS |
| CARMEN | CARTER | Jun-10-2025 | Jun-14-2025 | 96296716 | 1 king bed | |
| HEATHER | DEDIE | Jun-09-2025 | Jun-12-2025 | 96397327 | 1 king bed | |
| SUSAN | DEWS | Jun-09-2025 | Jun-14-2025 | 96297717 | 1 king bed | |
| KELLI | KING | Jun-09-2025 | Jun-14-2025 | 96298845 | 1 king bed | |
| CAYLEN | KNIGHT | Jun-09-2025 | Jun-14-2025 | 96294960 | 2 beds | SARAH STEFFAN |
| CHRISTI | KRIST | Jun-11-2025 | Jun-15-2025 | 96296696 | 1 king bed | |
| DEBBIE | MAUPIN | Jun-11-2025 | Jun-14-2025 | 96296693 | 1 king bed | |
| SHANIN | MCKAVISH | Jun-11-2025 | Jun-14-2025 | 96296690 | 1 king bed | |
| KATIE | MISENHEIMER | Jun-09-2025 | Jun-14-2025 | 96294961 | 2 beds | COURTNEY MAUNEY |
| SARA | MONSON | Jun-09-2025 | Jun-14-2025 | 96294927 | 2 beds | KELLY VANDENBELDT |
| JALEH | NAASZ | Jun-11-2025 | Jun-14-2025 | 96296695 | 2 beds | PERSIA NAASZ |
| GAYLA | RANDEL | Jun-09-2025 | Jun-14-2025 | 96297749 | 1 king bed | |
| SHARON | RASH | Jun-10-2025 | Jun-15-2025 | 96296704 | 1 king bed | |
| SYLVI | SCHILBACH | Jun-11-2025 | Jun-14-2025 | 96296675 | 1 king bed | |
| KATY | SCUDDER | Jun-10-2025 | Jun-14-2025 | 96296727 | 1 king bed | |
| ASHLEY | SHOEMAKER | Jun-11-2025 | Jun-14-2025 | 96294856 | 2 beds | BETH HODGES |
| HEIDI | STRIM | Jun-11-2025 | Jun-14-2025 | 96296683 | 1 king bed | |
| ASHLEY | WHITESIDES | Jun-09-2025 | Jun-12-2025 | 83905430 | 1 king bed | |
| ASHLEY | WOODRUFF | Jun-08-2025 | Jun-12-2025 | 96404295 | 2 beds |
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