On September 22, ACTE and Alabama ACTE conducted a site visit to three northern Alabama secondary institutions that have demonstrated exemplary commitments to supporting CTE in their schools.
The first stop of the day was the Kevin Dukes Career Innovation Academy in Hollywood, AL. There we heard from Superintendent Jason
Davidson and CTE Director Drew McNutt. Following the discussion, we had the opportunity to start seeing CTE in action. We saw students demonstrate precision machining in the institution’s advanced manufacturing and engineering laboratory. Following that, we met with instructors and students in the electrical technology, health science and culinary programs.
The next stop was the Cullman Area Technology Academy. During the tour, we had the opportunity to students in these programs:
- Health Science
- Cybersecurity and Infrastructure
- Precision Machining
- Utility Line Technicians
While talking with the students, we learned of the institution’s partnership with NASA as part of their precision machining program. As a result of their partnership, products made by the students have ended up going into space.
We ended day one with a visit to Cullman High School. The tour started with a video of the students highlighting their programs and their passion for them. On the tour, we saw students in action in health science, culinary, engineering, animal science and cosmetology programs. The tour was capped with a preview of what is to come. Cullman High School is in the process of building a new CTE dedicated building that is set to be completed in time for the next school year. We are looking forward to coming back and celebrating their growth!
The tour will continue tomorrow as we see programs across central Alabama. Stay turned for a recap of those visits!
