CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
The mission of Career and Technical Education ( CTE ) is to help empower students for effective participation in an international economy as world-class workers and citizens . Programs in Career and Technical Education are designed to contribute to the broad educational achievement of students , including basic skills such as reading , writing and mathematics , as well as their ability to work independently and as part of a team , think creatively and solve problems , and utilize technology .
Career and Technical Education ( CTE ) is offered in all intermediate , middle , and high schools , with nine CTE concentrations based on Pathways or Career Clusters ; According to Power School ( 2015-2016 ) duplicated enrollment for students in grades 6-12 was 16,797 . Of that , 6,396 students were in grades 6-8 and 10,401 students were in grades 9-12 .
LIST OF STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES :
– National Career Clusters / Career Opportunities
– 8 program Areas
– Work-based learning
– Career / Technical Student Organizations ( CTSO ’ s )
– Industry Recognized Credentials
– Professional Connections
– Free College Credit
– Honors / Advanced Level Courses
– Career Oriented Summer Camps
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