Introduction



The vision of the Career and Technical Education is for every learner to graduate with 21 st Century problem solving and reasoning skills, ready to embrace their dynamic future. ||  The mission of the Career and Technical Education Department is to empower all students with knowledge and skills to successfully prepare for life, work and career challenges in the 21 st Century ||
 * Career and Technical Education Department ||
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BELIEFS > o Communicate effectively >  o Interact with others effectively >  o Think creatively >  o Problem solve >  o Cope with change >  o Perform with self sufficiency >  o Work as a team GOALS The CTE Department will:
 * Our CTE programs should show relevance between our curriculum and real life experience by creating an aligned, active and engaging curriculum which encourages students to become life-long learners.
 * Our CTE programs are successful in keeping students in school and providing assistance for the students to meet career and educational goals.
 * Our CTE department provides high quality programs and support services that meet the needs of a diverse student population and the needs of the global business community.
 * Our CTE programs promote excellence in teaching and learning through the use of advanced technology for instructional strategies.
 * Our CTE programs support the educational process through effective communication and involvement of all stakeholders in the community.
 * Life skills are vital for career and personal success in today’s world. All graduates should be able to:
 * Expand and enhance the quality of CTE programs by increasing the percent of students earning industry certifications or licenses
 * Increase the participation in the CTE program by 5% per year.
 * Maintain or increase the number of rigorous and relevant educational pathways that assist all students in developing essential work skills to be successful in a global economy.
 * Increase the number of student-led organizations to establish a minimum of one per career cluster
 * Achieve a level of 30% participation in student-led organizations within two years across the district
 * Annually review and monitor the local career market to be able to make adjustments in the course offerings