5 Best Ways to Celebrate CTE Month
As a career and technical education (CTE) teacher, you know the importance of preparing students for the workforce — no matter which CTE career cluster or pathway they follow.
But how do you express that importance to your students, school, and community?
That’s where CTE Month comes in!
What (and When) Is CTE Month?
Career and technical education (CTE) has quickly become one of the most influential areas of education in the United States. With students throughout the country becoming career-ready and transforming the economy, it’s no wonder that CTE has its own month for celebration!
CTE Month: 4 Ways CTE Transforms the Economy
Every February, CTE Month is a special time to celebrate the importance of Career and Technical Education and its unique role in equipping students for lifelong careers. However, many people do not fully realize the wide-ranging impact CTE graduates have on our economy and communities throughout the country.
What Are 21st Century Skills?
21st Century skills are 12 abilities that today’s students need to succeed in their careers during the Information Age.
These skills are intended to help students keep up with the lightning-pace of today’s modern markets. Each skill is unique in how it helps students, but they all have one quality in common.
