“Bringing Learning to Life: Project-Based Learning and CTE in Action“
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Free webinar this week, please join us!
Thursday, June 26th, at
3:00 PM – Eastern Time
2:00 PM – Central Time
1:00 PM – Mountain Time
12:00 PM – Pacific Time
About the Webinar
Presented by WhyTry and the National Alternative Education Association (NAEA), this webinar takes you inside the innovative work of the Catalyst Center — a CTE-focused high school in Davis School District redefining what student engagement looks like.
Join a panel of Catalyst educators as they share how project-based learning (PBL) is preparing students for real-world success through hands-on experiences, community partnerships, and scalable classroom strategies. Whether you’re new to PBL or looking to enhance your approach, you’ll walk away with actionable insights, inspiring stories, and ideas any educator can begin using — even without full-scale program support.
Meet our panelists:
Natalie Stromberg
Natalie Stromberg is the Business Development Coordinator at the Davis Catalyst Center, where she collaborates with industry partners to create hands-on, real-world learning experiences for students. She manages projects across a range of disciplines including Cybersecurity, Web Design, Culinary Arts, Drones, Audio/Video Production, Construction Management, and Marketing. With a background in alternative education, Natalie has taught English, ESL, Senior Seminar, Business, and Entrepreneurship, and has led DECA programs. Her work empowers students to take ownership of their learning and develop the skills they need to design their futures. Natalie also serves on the executive board of the National Alternative Education Association.
Geoff Warren
Geoff Warren is a CTE Education Specialist at the Utah State Board of Education, where he supports programs that connect students with career-ready experiences. Prior to his state role, Geoff spent ten years in the classroom in Davis School District, pioneering profession-based learning and integrating industry certifications into his teaching. He holds multiple credentials, including a Part 107 Drone Pilot Certification and an Education Administration Certificate. Geoff has presented at local and international education conferences, consulted on STEM initiatives with Texas Instruments, and written over $30,000 in grants to support classroom innovation. He is recognized for creating engaging, tech-integrated learning environments that prepare students for success beyond graduation.
Jason Johnson
Jason Johnson is a licensed school psychologist and Director of Training & Research for WhyTry, where he consults and trains educators nationwide on resilience-based strategies to support student success. A nationally recognized expert in resilience education, he has spoken at hundreds of conferences and led WhyTry program implementations in schools, healthcare, corporate settings, and the U.S. Military. Passionate about helping students overcome challenges, Jason is dedicated to creating a culture of resilience in education.