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What is CTE?

Students in Carpentry class using skill saw

 

Alexander County Schools CTE Careers for All

 

Students sharing a plated dessert in Foods class at ACHS

 

What is Career and Technical Education?

Career and Technical Education (CTE) provides students with the skills, knowledge, and training necessary to succeed in future careers and to become lifelong learners. CTE aligns education to the labor market demand and provides students with the technical, academic and employability skills they need for success. Career and Technical Education gives students opportunities to figure out what they are passionate about and want to do and not do after high school.

 

Why choose CTE?

Students learn skills that are applicable in both career and college, such as problem solving, teamwork, clear communication, planning, meeting deadlines, and collaborating.

 

95% of CTE Concentrators Graduate from ACHS
In 2022-2023, the graduation rate of CTE Concentrators (students taking at least 2 courses in a pathway) was 95%. In comparison, the high school graduation rate is 82%.
3,186 6-12 Grade Students Enrolled in Alexander County CTE

 

In 2022-23 there were 3,567 participants who took at least one CTE course in our middle and high schools.
2,193 Credentials Earned
ACHS students earned 2,193 credentials, which is an increase from 1,716 the prior year.