About CTE

Mission Statement

To provide all students with rigorous and relevant courses and programs that emphasize applications of theory, problem solving and critical thinking and to provide leadership in developing an educated, prepared and competitive workforce by preparing our students for post-secondary and careers by giving them the 21st century skills that they need to help them become lifelong learners. Career Readiness also supports student-led organizations that demonstrate academic achievement, technical skills, leadership and strong community building through productive citizenship.

Today’s job market requires individuals with technical and high-level problem solving skills. Career Readiness is focused on teaching these attributes through real-world applications in all of the different program areas.

Students have many opportunities in different pathways that will help prepare them for life after high school; whether it be in a four-year university, a two-year community or technical college, or in a career. Through classes offered by CTE, students will gain the technical skills and academic knowledge to prepare for future employment and/or a successful transition to post-secondary education.

 

CTE Fact Sheet

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Program Areas

According to the CTE Essential Standards, “the mission of Career and Technical Education (CTE) is to empower students to be successful citizens, workers, and leaders in a global economy. CTE programs are designed to contribute to the broad educational achievement of students, including basic skills, as well as their ability to work independently and as part of a team, think creatively and solve problems, and utilize technology in the thinking and problem-solving process.” Course sets, called pathways, are developed across eight program areas to best assist students in finding their passion and becoming career AND college ready.

 

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Pathways:

 

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