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Preparing Students for College and Careers: Career & Technical Education in the 21 st Century. Presenters. Tony D. Johnson Career and Technical Education State Director Simone García Career and Technical Education Innovation Fund Director.
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Preparing Students for College and Careers: Career & Technical Education in the 21st Century
Presenters Tony D. Johnson Career and Technical Education State Director Simone García Career and Technical Education Innovation Fund Director
Benefits of CTE Programs • Better mathematics and/or reading performance • Access to industry-specific curricula & work-based learning experiences • Mentorship and/or internship opportunities • Higher graduation rates
CTE Funding Sources • Carl D. Perkins Federal Grant • Local Funding (for Career Academies)
Overview of Carl D. Perkins • Career Guidance and Academic Counseling • Business Partnerships and Work-related Experiences • Special Populations
Overview of Carl D. Perkins • Career and Technical Student Organizations • Post-secondary Opportunities • Adults and Non-High School Completers
Overview of Carl D. Perkins • Non-traditional fields • Technology in the classroom • Mentoring and supportive services
Improving CTE in Washington D.C. • CTE Task Force • Strategic Plan • Programs of Study (high-wage; high-skill; high-demand) • Curriculum Development • Professional Development • Track Outcomes • Reengage the District’s Disconnected Youth • Improve Program Offerings for adult District Residents
Local Funding for Career Academies Total FY’14 Funding for 9 Career Academies: $3,015,000
Academy Support Structure OSSE Director , CTE Innovation Fund Executive Board Industry Advisors
Academy Support Structure OSSE Director , CTE Innovation Fund Executive Board Industry Advisors Information Systems Limbic Systems, Inc. Engineering McKissack & McKissack Hospitality Courtyard Marriott by Washington Convention Center
Community & Business Supports • Internships • Corporate sponsors and advisors
Thank You for Attending!