133 Mission Street Suite 100
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Phone (831) 429-3410 | Fax (831) 429-3439
Career Technical Education (CTE) courses combine academic rigor with hands-on learning. Our courses give students an opportunity to explore potential careers with real world experience.
CTE courses are taught throughout all the district's high schools, and many articulate with a-g UC/CSU requirements, as well as articulate with Cabrillo College.
All CTE teachers collaborate with members of the business community to ensure their curriculum is relevant and up to date with today's industry. Students meet members of the business community in each class. They also finish the course with a cover letter and resume of the skills learned in their CTE course.
MAGNET COURSE OFFERINGS
Magnet CTE courses are available to all students in Santa Cruz County. These course take place at various school sites across our district. If you are interested in enrolling in a magnet class, contact our CTE counselor, Sheri Williams (Sherylwilliams@sccs.net), to learn more about your options.
PATHWAY TO CONTINUED EDUCATION
CTE classes can directly lead into further education at Cabrillo Community College. Many CTE classes offer Cabrillo College credit. In addition several CTE classes articulate with Cabrillo College so when students transfer to Cabrillo they do not need to take the entry level course in a sequence.
SCCS DISTRICT CTE ADVISORY
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Advise on the types of CTE programs offered to SCCS students (e.g., CTE pathways, courses, work based learning experiences, etc.) aligned with regional workforce data.
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Evaluate the effectiveness of the SCCS CTE program. This committee will develop guidelines and use data to determine effectiveness and impact of SCCS CTE programs.
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Study and make recommendations to help solve CTE related problems presented to the district/program by the school board on which further information is needed.
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According to California Education Code, every school district that offers CTE programs must also have a board appointed district CTE Advisory Committee that is made up of students, parents, CTE teachers, counselors, administrators, and industry partners. The purpose of this committee is to:​
CONTACT US:
For more information about our CTE program and offerings, reach out to:
Michelle Poirier, CTE Director
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AUG 26, 2024
CTE Advisory Overview: Legal role, review of district CTE programs & review of local labor market data
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SEPT 30, 2024
Evaluate district CTE program in alignment to labor market data & other key aspects of CTE programs
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NOV 4, 2024
Determine if a recommendation will be made to the board regarding any CTE program changes, enhancements, etc.
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MARCH 17, 2025
CTE Industry Advisory Input Meeting @ Santa Cruz COE Tech Center