Communications – Page 2

Five Innovative Practices Taking Place in PAs CTCs

September 11, 2017September 12, 2017webadminBCTE Toolkits, Case Studies, Reports, Communications, Curriculum Planning, Professional Development, Student Engagement

The programs profiled in this guide represent a variety of initiatives and opportunities for students to take advantage of the training and preparation offered by CTE, which offers more than most people may realize. Key elements identified in the educational collaborations profiled in this report include: Leadership that scans the economy to identify emerging workforce … Continue reading Five Innovative Practices Taking Place in PAs CTCs

Career Readiness in Pennsylvania

September 11, 2017webadminCareer Information and Exploration, College and Career Pathways, Communications, Postsecondary Transitions, Professional Development, Video & Webinars

As part of a federal grant application, Team Pennsylvania created this informative four-minute video.

The Value and Promise of CTE: Results from a National Survey of Parents and Students

August 9, 2017August 9, 2017webadminCommunications, Parent Engagement, Recruitment and Retention

Gather your schools communications team, read the report and watch the presentation. Youll be inspired to review and improve your communications efforts! Published by Advance CTE, this presentation discusses key findings from a recent report, The Value and Promise of CTE. In addition, the 41-minute presentation offers career and technical center personnel invaluable suggestions and guidance … Continue reading The Value and Promise of CTE: Results from a National Survey of Parents and Students

Communicating the Value of Career and Technology Centers to the Community

May 30, 2017August 7, 2017webadminBCTE Toolkits, Case Studies, Reports, Business, Community, Workforce Engagement, Communications

The Pennsylvania Department of Education, Bureau of Career and Technology offers several toolkits targeted to the needs of CTE staff. The latest toolkit, Communicating the Value of CTE, published in spring 2017, is now available for download. This 29-page document provides guidance in developing or expanding communication efforts to various stakeholders.

Showcasing Your CTE Program

April 21, 2017September 20, 2017webadminCommunications, 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

Pennsylvania Career & Technical Education: College and Career Pathways for the 21st Century

May 26, 2015November 7, 2017webadminBCTE Toolkits, Case Studies, Reports, Business, Community, Workforce Engagement, College and Career Pathways, Communications, Recruitment and Retention

This brochure describes how CTE in Pennsylvania is designed to meet a dual mission developing students with both college readiness skills and a career path. It presents profiles and data to support the idea that CTE can help all students, including those who intend to pursue post secondary education, develop a clear game plan … Continue reading Pennsylvania Career & Technical Education: College and Career Pathways for the 21st Century