Louisiana Association for Career and Technical Education
Welcome To The Lacte Website!
LACTE is an organization of Career & Technical Educational Professionals working together for the betterment of instruction and training for the students to meet the needs for Global employment. Contact us for any information, concerns, or ideas that are important to you.
Thanks and we welcome you and encourage you to join and participate in our organization.
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Our Mission:
The mission of the Louisiana Association for Career and Technical Education (LACTE) is to provide educational leadership to secondary and postsecondary educators in developing a competitive workforce through:
- Leadership and Program Improvement to foster excellence in career and technical education
- Knowledge Connectivity to act as clearinghouse for education and information relating to all aspects of career and technical education
- Awareness to create public awareness of career and technical education
- Professional Development to provide an access for professional development
ACTE is the largest national education association of thriving professionals dedicated to the advancement of education that prepares youth and adults for successful careers. Our members represent all facets of career and technical education (CTE). Join online.
Contact Us
Johnathon Emerson, LACTE Executive Director
Email: johnathon.emerson@desotopsb.com
Membership:
Louisiana ACTE is a unified state with joint membership of state and national dues combined. The link below provides access to online membership applications: Join today!