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Wednesday, April 23
 

2:00pm EDT

Conference Registration
Wednesday April 23, 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
To streamline the registration process, CSA/State Leads or Specialists/Chaperones are required to pick up registration packets for all members of their group. The CSA or Specialist/Chaperone can designate a staff member to pick up the group’s registration packets on their behalf. It is then the responsibility of the CSA or Specialist/Chaperone to hand out all registration packet materials to their group members. We recommend pre-scheduling a time for the whole group to meet in order to pass out materials. Youth participants cannot pick up their own registration packets. 
*Packets will be prepared based on how registration was submitted. If a Specialist submitted registration on behalf of your school, you will have a packet prepared with the names you registered. 
NDCD attendees will receive the following as part of their registration packet: 
  • Conference name badge and lanyard
    • Concession meal label - Only if you pre-purchased a concession meal package. Meal plans will be available for purchase onsite directly from the hotel.
Individuals (including youth participants), will be able to pick-up their JAG NCDC T-shirt on their own at the registration desk. Please note, that the JAG NCDC T-shirt will not be included in ther registration packet and must be picked up separately.
Wednesday April 23, 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom East Foyer, 3rd Floor
 
Thursday, April 24
 

7:00am EDT

Conference Registration
Thursday April 24, 2025 7:00am - 4:00pm EDT
To streamline the registration process, CSA/State Leads or Specialists/Chaperones are required to pick up registration packets for all members of their group. The CSA or Specialist/Chaperone can designate a staff member to pick up the group’s registration packets on their behalf. It is then the responsibility of the CSA or Specialist/Chaperone to hand out all registration packet materials to their group members. We recommend pre-scheduling a time for the whole group to meet in order to pass out materials. Youth participants cannot pick up their own registration packets. 
*Packets will be prepared based on how registration was submitted. If a Specialist submitted registration on behalf of your school, you will have a packet prepared with the names you registered. 
NDCD attendees will receive the following as part of their registration packet: 
  • Conference name badge and lanyard
    • Concession meal label - Only if you pre-purchased a concession meal package. Meal plans will be available for purchase onsite directly from the hotel.
Individuals (including youth participants), will be able to pick-up their JAG NCDC T-shirt on their own at the registration desk. Please note, that the JAG NCDC T-shirt will not be included in ther registration packet and must be picked up separately.
Thursday April 24, 2025 7:00am - 4:00pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom East Foyer, 3rd Floor

11:00am EDT

Lunch Meal Concessions
Thursday April 24, 2025 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
The NCDC schedule includes 5 time slots for meals during the conference. A meal consists of a hot grab-and-go entrée, a side, and a drink. If you pre-purchased a concessional meal package, your name badge will list this on the back. You will need to show a hotel staff member your name badge in order to pick-up your meal. 

You can purchase a full meal package for all 5 meals for $112 onsite via credit card during the Thursday, April 24 lunch concession time from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We cannot guarantee that individual meals will be available, and there will be longer wait times to process purchases. Limited meals will be available for purchase onsite via credit card during concession times, and there will be longer wait times to process purchases.

Menu:
Lemonade, Water (stationed beverages)
Cheese or Pepperoni Personal Pan Pizza (1 per guaranteed guest)
Choice of: Chefs Side Salad OR Fresh Fruit Salad Cup
*Gluten Free, Vegan, and Vegetarian Meals available upon request*

The concession meal options will accommodate those with allergies or other dietary needs and will be available upon request at no extra charge.

Thursday April 24, 2025 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Griffin Hall, 2nd Floor

1:00pm EDT

Career Expo
Thursday April 24, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Explore hands-on displays from leading employers as they showcase their organizations and highlight career pathways in emerging industries. Get inspired by innovative experiences designed to spark creativity and connect learning to real-world opportunities.

Participating Organizations
  1. Headrush
  2. Plus Wonder
  3. Clayco
  4. Regions Bank
  5. Weyerhaeuser
  6. National Pest Management
  7. Somos Ideas
  8. Indiana Construction Roundtable Foundation
  9. JPMorgan Chase
  10. Valvoline
  11. United States Army
  12. Indianapolis Indians Baseball Team
  13. Health and Hospital Corporation of Marion County
  14. Indiana Pacers
  15. INvestEd
  16. Founder's College
  17. United States Marine Corps

Thursday April 24, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 9-10, 3rd Floor

1:00pm EDT

Digital Outstanding Chapter Submissions
Thursday April 24, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Be sure to check out the incredible work from our Digital Outstanding Chapter submissions in the corner of the Expo Hall! A slideshow will capture pieces of each submission, so be sure to see what your fellow Career Association members have been up to throughout this school year!
Thursday April 24, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 9-10, 3rd Floor

1:00pm EDT

JAG Swag Store
Thursday April 24, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Everybody loves merch! Don’t forget to stop by our swag store in the Expo Hall to check out our new sweatshirts, hoodies, backpacks, patches, pins and other items available for purchase. Purchases can only be made with credit or debit cards.
Thursday April 24, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 9-10, 3rd Floor

4:00pm EDT

Dinner Meal Concessions
Thursday April 24, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
The NCDC schedule includes 5 time slots for meals during the conference. A meal consists of a hot grab-and-go entrée, a side, and a drink. If you pre-purchased a concessional meal package, your name badge will list this on the back. You will need to show a hotel staff member your name badge in order to pick-up your meal. 

​​​​​Menu:
Lemonade, Water (stationed beverages)
Meat Lasagna (1 piece per guaranteed guest)
Choice of: Fresh Fruit Cup OR Chefs Side Salad
*Gluten Free, Vegan, and Vegetarian Meals available upon request*

The concession meal options will accommodate those with allergies or other dietary needs and will be available upon request at no extra charge.

Thursday April 24, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Griffin Hall, 2nd Floor

4:00pm EDT

Indy Pace Race Car Sponsored By Regions Bank
Thursday April 24, 2025 4:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Come snap a picture with Indy Pace Race Car sponsored by Regions Bank. It will be parked outside the hotel lobby in the valet parking.
Thursday April 24, 2025 4:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Lobby Valet Parking

7:00pm EDT

Opening Session
Thursday April 24, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Gather your team and get ready for the fun! Our JAGCA National Officers will officially kick off the National Career Development Conference with an Affiliate Roll Call! Be sure to sit together as a state. You’ll show your state pride when your name is called - the louder the better! Bring your flags, hats, glow-in-the dark “gear”, and enthusiasm when we announce your state name.

Join us at the Opening Ceremonies for a chance to win an autographed Pacers jersey! Every registered participant is automatically entered into the drawing, so don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity. Be there and you could take home a piece of Pacers history!

Doors open at 6:30pm. 

We encourage states to sit together based on the assigned seating sections (see picture). 

Thursday April 24, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 5-6, 3rd Floor
 
Friday, April 25
 

7:00am EDT

Breakfast Meal Concessions
Friday April 25, 2025 7:00am - 9:00am EDT
The NCDC schedule includes 5 time slots for meals during the conference. A meal consists of a hot grab-and-go entrée, a side, and a drink. If you pre-purchased a concessional meal package, your name badge will list this on the back. You will need to show a hotel staff member your name badge in order to pick-up your meal. 

​Menu
Water, Orange Juice, Regular Coffee (stationed beverages)
B&E Breakfast Sandwich (1 per guaranteed guest)
Bacon, Griddled Egg, Cheddar, Buttermilk Biscuit
*Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian Sandwich available upon request*
Choice of: Individual Yogurt OR Banana

The concession meal options will accommodate those with allergies or other dietary needs and will be available upon request at no extra charge.

Friday April 25, 2025 7:00am - 9:00am EDT
White River Ballroom A-D, 1st Floor

7:30am EDT

Indy Pace Race Car Sponsored By Regions Bank
Friday April 25, 2025 7:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Come snap a picture with Indy Pace Race Car sponsored by Regions Bank. It will be parked outside the hotel lobby in the valet parking. 
Friday April 25, 2025 7:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Lobby Valet Parking

8:00am EDT

9:00am EDT

Career Expo
Friday April 25, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Explore hands-on displays from leading employers as they showcase their organizations and highlight career pathways in emerging industries. Get inspired by innovative experiences designed to spark creativity and connect learning to real-world opportunities.

Participating Organizations
  1. Headrush
  2. Plus Wonder
  3. Clayco
  4. Regions Bank
  5. Weyerhaeuser
  6. National Pest Management
  7. Somos Ideas
  8. Indiana Construction Roundtable Foundation
  9. JPMorgan Chase
  10. Valvoline
  11. United States Army
  12. Indianapolis Indians Baseball Team
  13. Health and Hospital Corporation of Marion County
  14. Indiana Pacers
  15. INvestEd
  16. Founder's College
  17. United States Marine Corps

Friday April 25, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 9-10, 3rd Floor

9:00am EDT

Digital Outstanding Chapter Submissions
Friday April 25, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Be sure to check out the incredible work from our Digital Outstanding Chapter submissions in the corner of the Expo Hall! A slideshow will capture pieces of each submission, so be sure to see what your fellow Career Association members have been up to throughout this school year!
Friday April 25, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 9-10, 3rd Floor

9:00am EDT

JAG Swag Store
Friday April 25, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Everybody loves merch! Don’t forget to stop by our swag store in the Expo Hall to check out our new sweatshirts, hoodies, backpacks, patches, pins and other items available for purchase. Purchases can only be made with credit or debit cards.
Friday April 25, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 9-10, 3rd Floor

11:00am EDT

Lunch Meal Concessions
Friday April 25, 2025 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
The NCDC schedule includes 5 time slots for meals during the conference. A meal consists of a hot grab-and-go entrée, a side, and a drink. If you pre-purchased a concessional meal package, your name badge will list this on the back. You will need to show a hotel staff member your name badge in order to pick-up your meal. 

Menu
Lemonade, Water (stationed beverages)
Chef’s Choice Grilled Chicken Sandwich (1 per guaranteed guest)
Choice of: Bag of Chips OR Chefs Side Salad
*Gluten Free, Vegan, and Vegetarian Meals available upon request*

The concession meal options will accommodate those with allergies or other dietary needs and will be available upon request at no extra charge.

Friday April 25, 2025 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
White River Ballroom A-D, 1st Floor

1:00pm EDT

Career Expo
Friday April 25, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Explore hands-on displays from leading employers as they showcase their organizations and highlight career pathways in emerging industries. Get inspired by innovative experiences designed to spark creativity and connect learning to real-world opportunities.

Participating Organizations
  1. Headrush
  2. Plus Wonder
  3. Clayco
  4. Regions Bank
  5. Weyerhaeuser
  6. National Pest Management
  7. Somos Ideas
  8. Indiana Construction Roundtable Foundation
  9. JPMorgan Chase
  10. Valvoline
  11. United States Army
  12. Indianapolis Indians Baseball Team
  13. Health and Hospital Corporation of Marion County
  14. Indiana Pacers
  15. INvestEd
  16. Founder's College
  17. United States Marine Corps

Friday April 25, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 9-10, 3rd Floor

1:00pm EDT

Digital Outstanding Chapter Submissions
Friday April 25, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Be sure to check out the incredible work from our Digital Outstanding Chapter submissions in the corner of the Expo Hall! A slideshow will capture pieces of each submission, so be sure to see what your fellow Career Association members have been up to throughout this school year!
Friday April 25, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 9-10, 3rd Floor

1:00pm EDT

JAG Swag Store
Friday April 25, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Everybody loves merch! Don’t forget to stop by our swag store in the Expo Hall to check out our new sweatshirts, hoodies, backpacks, patches, pins and other items available for purchase. Purchases can only be made with credit or debit cards.
Friday April 25, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 9-10, 3rd Floor

4:00pm EDT

Dinner Meal Concessions
Friday April 25, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
The NCDC schedule includes 5 time slots for meals during the conference. A meal consists of a hot grab-and-go entrée, a side, and a drink. If you pre-purchased a concessional meal package, your name badge will list this on the back. You will need to show a hotel staff member your name badge in order to pick-up your meal. 

Menu
Lemonade, Water (stationed beverages)
Cheeseburger (1 per guaranteed guest)
Choice of: Bag of Chips OR Chefs Side Salad
*Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian Meal available upon request

The concession meal options will accommodate those with allergies or other dietary needs and will be available upon request at no extra charge.

Friday April 25, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
White River E & F, 1st Floor

6:45pm EDT

Bus Departure from JW Marriott Hotel to IMS Museum
Friday April 25, 2025 6:45pm - 7:30pm EDT
Bus transportation will be provided to/from the hotel to the museum. Buses will pick-up from the hotel from the Event Center Drive, which is located on the 1st Floor of the hotel near the White River Ballroom, and will drop off right at the front of the IMS Museum.

Buses will depart from the hotel on a rolling basis starting from 6:45-7:30 pm; it is a 15 minute drive to the museum. Bus pick-up from the museum will start at 8:55 pm and go all the way until 10:00pm.

Directions to Event Center Drive, 1st Floor
  1. If you are coming from the 2nd Floor, walk past the Starbucks and make a right down the hallway following the signs to the White River Ballroom. Take the escalator down to the first floor and follow the signs to Event Center Drive.
  2. If you are coming from the 3rd Floor, walk past JW Grand Ballroom 7 and take the elevator in front of 313 and down to the 1st floor and make your way to the Event Center Drive.

Friday April 25, 2025 6:45pm - 7:30pm EDT
Event Center Drive, 1st Floor

7:00pm EDT

JAGCA Night at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum
Friday April 25, 2025 7:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
On Friday, April 26, JAG CA will be heading to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum from 7:00-10:00pm! Located inside the legendary Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the museum showcases an incredible collection of historic race cars, memorabilia, and interactive exhibits that bring the excitement of racing to life.

What You’ll Experience:
  • Iconic Race Cars – See legendary Indy 500 winners up close!
  • Interactive Exhibits – Feel the thrill of racing through immersive displays.
  • Rich Motorsport History – Explore the evolution of motorsports from past to present.

Bus transportation will be provided to/from the hotel to the museum. Buses will pick-up from the hotel from the Event Center Drive, which is located on the 1st Floor of the hotel near the White River Ballroom, and will drop off right at the front of the IMS Museum.

Buses will depart from the hotel on a rolling basis starting from 6:45-7:30 pm; it is a 15 minute drive to the museum. Bus pick-up from the museum will start at 8:55 pm and go all the way until 10:00pm.

Check out all the exhibits and features of the museum on their website.

Dress Code: Casual

Friday April 25, 2025 7:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
Indianapolis Motor Speedway 4750 W 16th St, Indianapolis, IN 46222

8:55pm EDT

Bus Departure from IMS Museum to JW Marriott Hotel
Friday April 25, 2025 8:55pm - 10:00pm EDT
Buses will start taking attendees back to the hotel at 8:55 p.m., and the final bus will depart at 10:00 p.m. The buses will pick up outside the front entrance of the IMS Museum.

Please note that buses will work as shuttles, so we encourage you to explore the museum as long as you like. 



Friday April 25, 2025 8:55pm - 10:00pm EDT
Indianapolis Motor Speedway 4750 W 16th St, Indianapolis, IN 46222
 
Saturday, April 26
 

7:00am EDT

JAGCA Day in Indianapolis
Saturday April 26, 2025 7:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Looking for fun things to do in Indianapolis? Check out the JAGCA Day in the City page for local attractions. 
Saturday April 26, 2025 7:00am - 6:00pm EDT
On Your Own

10:00am EDT

Shoot Hoops with Pacers Sports & Entertainment (Optional)
Saturday April 26, 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
If you are looking for something to do on Saturday during JAGCA Day in the City, head over to the Morris Bicentennial Plaza to shoot hoops with Pacers Sports & Entertainment!

Pacers Sports & Entertainment has reserved the basketball court from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm for JAG students. Basketballs and water will be provided. This is an optional activity. 

Morris Bicentennial Plaza
117 S Pennsylvania St
Indianapolis, IN 46204117
Saturday April 26, 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Morris Bicentennial Plaza 117 S Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis, IN 46204

7:00pm EDT

Full Court Excellence Awards Ceremony presented by Pacers Sports & Entertainment
Saturday April 26, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
We encourage states to sit together based on the assigned seating sections (see picture).

Award Ceremony Live Stream
Share the excitement of the Full Court Excellence Awards Ceremony presented by Pacers Sports and Entertainment with your friends and family! We are thrilled to offer a livestream of the ceremony so they can join the celebration from anywhere!
How your loved ones can watch the livestream:
  • Follow us on Instagram: @jag.national
  • Go Live at 7:00 pm EST: The livestream will begin promptly at this time.
  • Click the Story Bubble: On our Instagram profile, tap our page's profile picture bubble in the top left corner to access the live video.



Saturday April 26, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
JW Grand Ballroom 5-6, 3rd Floor
 
Sunday, April 27
 

12:00am EDT

Everyone Departs On Their Own
Sunday April 27, 2025 12:00am - 11:00am EDT
Sunday April 27, 2025 12:00am - 11:00am EDT
On Your Own
 
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