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Using Visuals to Highlight Competencies and Relevancy

Posted on Author webadminCategories Curriculum Planning, Professional Development

At a Glance The Graphics and Electronics Media instructor at Indiana County Technology Center (ICTC) provides students with a visual display of how their assignments align to specific competencies and a timeline of when specific tasks will be completed throughout the year. Overview ICTC Graphics and Electronics Media instructor, Jon Krecota, uses a highly organized … Continue reading Using Visuals to Highlight Competencies and Relevancy

Effective Administrative Practices—Values

Posted on Author webadminCategories Student Engagement

At a Glance With student, staff, and faculty input, the Indiana County Technology Center (ICTC) community chose five values they wanted to instill in daily school life through attractive decals on school walls and recognition programs. Overview In two separate meetings, faculty members in one group and administrators and students in another discussed more than … Continue reading Effective Administrative Practices—Values

Project POST (Program of Study Tool)

Posted on Author webadminCategories Professional Development

At a Glance A comprehensive, simplified tool was created to answer questions Susquehanna County Career and Technical Center (SCCTC) instructors had about accountability for meeting PDE Career and Technical Education requirements, Chapter 339 Vocational Education standards, and Program of Study (POS) curriculum. Overview With guidance from Career and Technical Distinguished Leaders, three Health Careers instructors … Continue reading Project POST (Program of Study Tool)

Creating a Student-Centered Learning Environment

Posted on Author webadminCategories Classroom Management, Curriculum Planning, Online Learning Tools & Resources, Student Engagement

At a Glance Explicit assignment and task completion expectations, expanded use of technology, and creation of electronic portfolios are some of the strategies instituted by an HVAC instructor who wanted to create a more student-centered learning environment. Overview Emphasis on theory unrelated to practice has been replaced with authentic, student-directed activities using more technology, such … Continue reading Creating a Student-Centered Learning Environment

Applefest Electronic Help

Posted on Author webadminCategories Business, Community, Workforce Engagement, Employability Skills, Student Engagement, Work-based learning

At a Glance Students in the electronics program at the Venango Technical Center help with electrical issues at Venango County’s annual Applefest in Franklin, Pennsylvania. Overview Students show up for the three-day festival and polish the power distribution boxes and make small repairs in the vendors’ boxes. The students are able to attend the festival … Continue reading Applefest Electronic Help

Collaborative Model for Hiring

Posted on Author webadminCategories Recruitment and Retention

At a Glance In an effort to reduce turnover and hire highly qualified candidates, the Steel Center for Career and Technical Education created an extensive assessment and performance hiring process. Overview Recognizing the importance of hiring the right people for all positions, the Steel Center developed a hiring process that, even if time-consuming, creates a … Continue reading Collaborative Model for Hiring

Data Mining of NOCTI Test Results

Posted on Author webadminCategories NOCTI Prep

At a Glance One teacher is using student results from the National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) to develop state-required student learning objectives (SLOs) and to inform decisions on maintaining or changing instructional practices aimed at improving student achievement. Overview While all teachers at the Steel Center for CTE, under the supervision of one or … Continue reading Data Mining of NOCTI Test Results

Showcasing Your CTE Program

Posted on Author webadminCategories Communications, Recruitment and Retention, Student Engagement

At a Glance Staff is working to expand the program information it provides to students, parents, and building visitors. Overview To better articulate a wide variety of information specific to each program, Counselor Shannon Hinkle suggested that CTE teachers identify strengths and highlights in the following categories: Postsecondary articulations Postsecondary student spotlights Alumni spotlight Cooperative … Continue reading Showcasing Your CTE Program

Curriculum Plan

Posted on Author webadminCategories Curriculum Planning, Professional Development

At a Glance New and existing professional staff are given a comprehensive Curriculum Plan that provides specific examples of curriculum documents required for planning and preparation for each of the career and technical education programs. Overview The 2015-2019, 37-page Curriculum Plan, developed by school administrators for both newly hired and veteran teachers, includes a wealth … Continue reading Curriculum Plan

Internship/Apprenticeship Program with City of Philadelphia Office of Fleet Management

Posted on Author webadminCategories Business, Community, Workforce Engagement, Curriculum Planning, Professional Development

At a Glance Philadelphia’s Office of Fleet Management Internship and Apprenticeship Program trains and pays students to repair and maintain the city’s fleet of automobiles, trucks, and other vehicles. Overview Starting in the summer after their sophomore year, students accepted into the program are paid while learning how to repair and maintain the city’s police … Continue reading Internship/Apprenticeship Program with City of Philadelphia Office of Fleet Management