Statement from ACTE on Nomination of Kevin O’Farrell to Assistant Secretary for Career and Technical Education for the U.S. Department of Education
Alexandria, VA— The Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) congratulates Kevin O’ Farrell on his recent nomination to serve as the next Assistant Secretary for Career and Technical Education within the U.S. Department of Education.
The Office of Career and Technical Education (OCTAE) plays a critical leadership role in helping promote high-quality career and technical education (CTE) programs around the country and overseeing the implementation of key federal policies supporting these programs. We are pleased that the nominee to lead this agency has a strong background in CTE and broader education policy.
O’Farrell is currently the Chancellor for the Division of Career and Adult Education in Florida’s Department of Education, and is the state director for CTE there. His experience with the various programs that OCTAE oversees, as well as knowledge cultivated during his long career in education, will be an important asset as the Trump Administration works to prioritize CTE.
CTE plays a critical role in connecting learners to high-wage, in-demand career opportunities that are vital to building a 21st-century workforce and supporting the U.S. economy. It is more important now than ever that experienced and dedicated professionals are working to ensure CTE is supported at the federal level to ensure that all students can enter high-quality CTE programs.
ACTE looks forward to working with O’Farrell and the entire OCTAE team to expand opportunities for CTE students and support CTE educators and administrators throughout the country.
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The Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) is the nation’s largest not-for-profit association committed to the advancement of education that prepares youth and adults for successful careers. ACTE represents the community of CTE professionals, including educators, administrators, researchers, school counselors, guidance and career development professionals and others at all levels of education. ACTE is committed to excellence in providing advocacy, public awareness and access to resources, professional development and leadership opportunities.
