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High schoolers in Lawrence showcased yearlong projects in eight career pathways, from raising chicks to creating simulated medical wounds. The expo proves hands-on learning makes education stick when students don't even realize they're learning.
The Ankeny Community School District in Iowa just started construction on an $80 million Innovation Hub that will transform career education for thousands of students. The career and technical education center is set to welcome its first students in 2028. #
Roland Public Schools is celebrating eight career and technical education students who just earned induction into the National Technical Honor Society. The honor recognizes their excellence in hands-on skills, leadership, and dedication to their future careers.
Three schools in California's Tahoe Truckee Unified School District just earned the state's highest honors for academic excellence and innovative student support. One school's wolf documentary even scored an invitation to an international film festival.
Saudi Arabia is partnering with a global hospitality school to train young Saudis for leadership roles in hotels and tourism. The program combines classroom learning with hands-on experience at real hotels across the Kingdom.
Nine teachers across Washington's Mid-Columbia region just received one of education's most prestigious honors, along with $1,500 each to celebrate their life-changing work. The 28th annual Crystal Apple Awards also honored a late career education champion who transformed thousands of lives.
High schoolers in Orange County presented inventions, demonstrated medical tech skills, and connected with employers at a career pathways showcase that drew over 1,200 people. The event highlights how schools are partnering with local businesses to prepare students for real jobs before graduation.
Students pursuing careers in automotive marketing, PR, or journalism can now apply for a new $2,500 scholarship from the Automotive Communications Council. The deadline is March 31, and it's part of a larger effort awarding over $900,000 to future auto industry professionals this year.
A Lima, Ohio school district struggling with overall ratings just proved that meeting students where they are works. Their career-technical program earned 4.5 out of 5 stars while building confidence in every student.
High schools across America are training students for clean energy careers, even as federal funding disappears. Young people who've lived through extreme weather are eager to learn skills that could help save the planet.
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Trenity Kimes, a senior at Ottawa Township High School, has been recognized as Student of the Month by the OTHS Educational Foundation. The Business and Career Tech student recently attended a Disney World leadership workshop to develop her skills.