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Why Academies Work

Demauri was a freshman in an Advanced Placement (AP) U.S. History class, I am not sure why freshmen are offered AP U.S. History, and she was going to

Career and Technical Education for All

I think John Dewey would be proud if he saw career and technical education (CTE) today. John Dewey advocated for linked-learning, or work-based learning,

Changing the World One Student at a Time

Warning:  Be ready for a little rah-rah session, warm and fuzzy read, and a change the world story!!!
Changing the world one student at a time…

Why the Academy structure is well suited for ex-industry professionals

Graduating with my Master’s degree in Geotechnical engineering was the final step in securing my future as an engineer. Soon after, I found a job in

Tips for Contacting Your Members of Congress to Support CTE

Often educators receive emails requesting support of CTE funding legislation or other legislative items related to education.  I believe many

Pivotal People: How CTE Educators Change Lives

Speaking from a student’s viewpoint, CTE teachers rock. I’ve never met a group of educators with a greater passion for teaching, a larger source of

Ready, Set, Advocate!

The most effective school leaders are those who are the most effective communicators.  It is my belief that a CTE center newsletter is one of the

Mr. Flotron Goes To Washington

I was fortunate to attend the National Policy Seminar this year in Washington D.C.  While in our nation’s capital, I not only was able to walk in

Advocate for CTE!

This month’s topic on Policy and CTE Advocacy is timely!  ACTE just hosted the 2016 National Policy Seminar (NPS), February 28th – March

The Rewards of my first NPS!

First, let me say what an honor it is and how humbled I am to be considered a part of such an outstanding group of individuals such as the 2016 Class of

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