Curriculum Plan

Posted on Categories Curriculum Planning, Professional Development

At a Glance Somerset County Technical Center staff developed a comprehensive curriculum plan that provides new and existing professional staff with examples of curriculum requirements in planning and preparation. Overview The detailed, 37-page Curriculum Plan for the years 2015-2019 starts from the basics – a definition of curriculum – and moves to include a wealth … Continue reading Curriculum Plan

Professional Learning Communities Lead to Professional Development

Posted on Categories Professional Development

At a Glance As a professional learning opportunity, Franklin County Career and Technology Center (FCCTC) staff created four professional learning communities (PLC) aligned with the four components of the Danielson Framework. Overview Using a four-year cycle that focuses on one topic a year, the PLCs are part of the Career and Technical Distinguished School Leaders … Continue reading Professional Learning Communities Lead to Professional Development

Career Street

Posted on Categories Business, Community, Workforce Engagement, Career Information and Exploration, College and Career Pathways, Video & Webinars

On behalf of the PA Department of Education’s Bureau of Career and Technical Education, NC3T facilitates the Pennsylvania Pathways Innovation Network. Membership in the PA-PIN is open to educators and other stakeholders who are working to expand or develop career awareness and pathways that help prepare today’s students for tomorrow’s careers. Toward this mission, NC3T … Continue reading Career Street

From Professional Development to Professional Learning at Dauphin County Technical School

Posted on Categories Professional Development, Video & Webinars

On behalf of the Pennsylvania Department of Education, Bureau of Career and Technical Education, NC3T oversees several initiatives including the facilitation of the Technical Assistance Program’s CTE Instructional Coaches’ Group. Participation in this group is open to educators who work with CTE teachers in PA to increase student achievement through improving instructional practices and delivery. … Continue reading From Professional Development to Professional Learning at Dauphin County Technical School

PA-PIN Virtual Pathways Expo: The Future Is Mine, Interview with Gina Barrett

Posted on Categories Career Information and Exploration, College and Career Pathways, Video & Webinars

On behalf of the PA Department of Education, Bureau of Career and Technical Education, NC3T facilitates the PA Pathways Innovation Network (PA-PIN). Toward this mission, NC3T has created a Virtual Pathways Expo – brief videos and interviews featuring best practices taking place throughout the Commonwealth. In this segment, Kathy Schick speaks with Gina Barrett who … Continue reading PA-PIN Virtual Pathways Expo: The Future Is Mine, Interview with Gina Barrett

Welding Program Industry Partnership

Posted on Categories Business, Community, Workforce Engagement, Career Information and Exploration, College and Career Pathways

At a Glance Instructors in the welding program at Jeff Tech have formed a partnership with Matheson Valley Gases, Inc., a local supplier of industrial, medical, and specialty gases and gas-handling equipment. Overview In an effort to promote strong relationships with local businesses, Jeff Tech has formed a close partnership with Gary Kahle and Matheson … Continue reading Welding Program Industry Partnership

Expanding Student Internship Programs in Berks County School Districts

Posted on Categories Business, Community, Workforce Engagement, Career Information and Exploration, College and Career Pathways, Work-based learning

At a Glance The Berks Business Education Coalition supports and promotes career education initiatives in Berks County schools. Overview In 1992, Berks County business leaders formed the Berks Business Education Coalition (BBEC) to develop and support promising initiatives in Berks County schools. The coalition determined that a primary focus should be career education, a focus … Continue reading Expanding Student Internship Programs in Berks County School Districts

ServSafe Prep Program for Culinary Arts Students

Posted on Categories Business, Community, Workforce Engagement, Employability Skills, Industry Certifications

At a Glance Students in the culinary arts program at Jules E. Mastbaum Area Vocational Technical School can participate in a free, after-school program in preparation for the ServSafe exam. Overview Instructors at Jules E. Mastbaum Area Vocational Technical School created the Serve Safe Prep Program to help culinary arts students prepare for the safety … Continue reading ServSafe Prep Program for Culinary Arts Students

Plumbing Lesson: Application of PVC Primer and Glue to Make a Water Tight Joint

Posted on Categories Misc. Lesson Plans & Ideas

At a Glance The main purpose of this lesson is to teach the importance of the proper installation of PVC primer and glue and how to apply it in a manner that will create a water tight seal. Overview This lesson, developed by the plumbing instructor at Schuylkill Technology Center South Campus, is designed to … Continue reading Plumbing Lesson: Application of PVC Primer and Glue to Make a Water Tight Joint

Using Google Classroom to Support Drafting Curriculum

Posted on Categories Classroom Management, Curriculum Planning, English Learners, Individuals with Disabilities, Online Learning Tools & Resources, Technology Integration

At a Glance The drafting instructor at Clearfield County Career and Technology Center utilizes Google Classroom to implement practices that bring together a wide variety of resources and activities into a highly structured and organized curriculum delivery method.  Overview Since he began teaching in 2000 the drafting instructor at Clearfield County Career and Technology Center … Continue reading Using Google Classroom to Support Drafting Curriculum