Training Opportunities

• Creating Effective Action Plans for CTE Pathway Implementation
  This workshop focuses on strategic planning for CTE pathway rollouts. Participants learn how to develop action plans that set clear goals, timelines, and roles for successful CTE pathway launches and maintenance.

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• Developing an Integrated Program of Study for CTE and Early College Access Programs
  Attendees will explore methods for creating aligned curricula that combine CTE pathways with early college access, ensuring students receive seamless preparation for post-secondary success.

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• Crafting CTE Pathways with Postsecondary Credits
  This session provides guidance on designing CTE pathways that allow students to earn post-secondary credits, exploring partnerships with local colleges and the logistics of credit articulation.

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• Integrating Work-Based Learning into CTE Pathways
  Participants learn to incorporate real-world, work-based learning experiences into CTE curricula, enhancing student engagement and career readiness through internships, apprenticeships, and industry placements.

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• Developing CTE Pathways with Integrated Support Services
  This workshop focuses on building CTE pathways that include support services such as career counseling, academic assistance, and mentoring to support diverse student needs.

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• Creating Industry-Connected Pathways
  Explore strategies for aligning CTE programs with industry demands through partnerships, advisory boards, and curriculum alignment, ensuring students gain relevant skills for today’s workforce.

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• Building Articulated Pathways
  Attendees will learn the steps to establish articulated pathways that allow high school students to earn credits recognized by both secondary and post-secondary institutions, fostering smoother transitions.

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• Building Collaborative Pathways
  This session emphasizes the importance of collaboration between educators, administrators, and industry partners to create effective, responsive, and sustainable CTE pathways.

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• Sustaining CTE Pathways Post-Grant Life
  Participants learn strategies to maintain and grow CTE pathways after grant funding ends, focusing on long-term planning, stakeholder engagement, and alternative funding sources.

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• Effective Data Management and Reporting
  This workshop offers tools and strategies for collecting, managing, and analyzing data to evaluate and improve CTE programs, with a focus on meeting reporting requirements and demonstrating outcomes.

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• Focus on Freshmen
  Designed for ninth-grade educators from all disciplines, this workshop highlights strategies for introducing freshmen to CTE pathways, career exploration, and long-term academic planning to support successful high school transitions.

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• Preparing Your CTE and ECA Programs for WASC
  Attendees will learn best practices for preparing CTE and Early College Access programs for WASC accreditation visits, including report writing, evidence collection, and alignment with WASC standards.

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• Leadership at All Levels
  This session focuses on building leadership skills across all roles within CTE programs, from teachers and students to administrators, to foster a culture of shared responsibility and student success.

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• Career Exploration and Guidance for Successful CTE Pathways
  Aimed at enhancing career exploration within CTE programs, this workshop provides tools for guiding students through career choices and creating personalized four-year plans.

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• Intentional Recruitment, Marketing, Promotion, and Outreach for CTE Pathways
  Participants will learn effective strategies for recruiting and marketing CTE pathways, developing multi-lingual materials, and engaging stakeholders through targeted outreach.

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• Building Strong CTE Advisory Committees
  This workshop teaches participants to establish and engage CTE advisory committees that provide valuable industry insights, guidance, and support to strengthen program relevance.

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• The Future of Work
  Explore emerging trends in the workforce, technological advancements, and the skills students need for future careers, enabling educators to adapt CTE pathways to prepare students for the evolving job market.

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• Myths about CTE
  This workshop debunks common misconceptions about Career and Technical Education, addressing stereotypes and highlighting the broad opportunities CTE offers for college and career readiness. Participants will learn to communicate the value of CTE pathways to students, parents, and stakeholders and gain tools to dispel myths that may hinder enrollment and support.

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• Equity and Access in CTE: Challenges and Innovative Solutions
  Focused on making CTE pathways accessible and equitable for all students, this workshop explores barriers such as socioeconomic challenges, language, and cultural diversity. Participants will discover innovative strategies and successful case studies to create inclusive CTE programs, ensuring that every student, regardless of background, has access to high-quality career preparation and support.

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Carol can consult with you about your organizations specific CTE and Early College Access strengths, needs and challenges, and customize a training package of presentations to meet your needs and inspire your teams to invest in working together to create solutions.