Career and Technical Education courses provide academic and technical knowledge and skills to prepare for further education and careers in current or emerging employment sectors. These programs focus on career preparation, resource management, communication, technical skill development, applied academics, technological literacy, personal skills and leadership.

The clusters of study are:

• Business
• Family and Consumer Science
• Health Science (Med Prep)
• Industrial Technology
• Agriculture (proposed)

One credit is required by the Montana Office of Public Instruction

Little Known Facts:

• Enrollment is high. Approximately half of the high school students are Vocational Concentrators and take three credits or more before they graduate.
• Post-secondary credit which saves time and money for students is available through Tech Prep and Dual Enrollment opportunities.
• Work Experience allows students to receive credit while working for wages on a job.
• Career and Technical Education has strong partnerships with the local business community and uses Advisory Boards for all four content areas.
• Additional funding comes from a state allocation and from a Carl Perkins federal grant.

Career and Technical Organizations:

• Business Professionals of America (BPA),
• Association of Marketing Students (DECA),
• Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA)
• Industrial Technology Students (SKILLS USA/VICA)
• FFA (student agriculture education organization)

These organizations enhance education with a cocurricular option that motivates students through competitive events with an emphasis on leadership, citizenship and specific skills.

GFPS also requires all Middle School students to take a quarter (each year) in Industrial Technology and Family and Consumer Science. These courses familiarize students with woods, technology, home maintenance, textiles, foods and personal/family issues. These curricula provide an introduction to the high school courses.

If you have questions about the district Career Technology Education call or e-mail:

 

Tom Kotynski
GFPS
Workforce Development Facilitator:
406-268-6024
tom_kotynski@gfps.k12.mt.us

 

 

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