The Department is pleased to announce the 2026 Draft Day Summit that connects educators, industry leaders, chambers of commerce, and state decision-makers as we work together to shape Arkansas' future workforce.

Attend this one day event Monday, July 21, 2025 at the Saline County Career and Technical Campus in Benton Arkansas.

The event highlights will include a "High School to Hired" success story from a local Arkansas company, plus targeted breakout sessions offering practical ways to connect with Be Pro Be Proud and strengthen the state's workforce talent pipeline.

The event will conclude with a networking reception where educators and industry leaders will establish relationships critical to the advancement of high skilled workforce development.

This event is targeted for Superintendents, High School Administrators, Counselors, and Career Coaches.

Registration is complimentary and can be completed here.