"CTE programs are helping to connect students with the high-demand science, technology, engineering and math fields — where so many good jobs are waiting."

Arne Duncan – Former U.S. Secretary of Education

Why is this program important?

Students learn skills that will help them excel and flourish in a modern global economy. Career & Technical Education (CTE) makes education come alive by making real world connection for today’s students. CTE offers high quality courses that teach academic and technical skills in preparation for competitive global economies. Instruction incorporates cutting edge equipment, technology and materials to support our students. Instruction is flexible, differentiated and personalized to meet diverse student learning styles, needs and interests. Creating positive classroom experiences are always at the center of everything we do. Students in our program have opportunities to earn postsecondary credit while still in high school. 

Program Goals:

Students who participate in the CTE program will:

• Participate in innovative and engaging learning experiences incorporating career exploration, workplace readiness skills and critical life skills.
• Evaluate personal interests, aptitudes, education, experiences and opportunities to promote informed career choices.
• Think critically and apply disciplined problem-solving, decision-making strategies to enhance quality of life.

Curriculum/Classes:

• Introduction to Business 
• Business Management
• Marketing
• Sports & Entertainment Marketing
• Starting Your Own Business
• Accounting (MCC Credit)
• Personal Finance (MCC Credit)
• Introduction to Culinary
• Principles of Baking
• Advanced Culinary
• Production Graphics
• Video Production 1 & 2
• Video News Production
• Computer Science Concepts (MCC credit)
• Construction & Carpentry
• Manufacturing for Industry

Co-Curricular and Extra-Curricular Activities

DECA - organization for emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in finance, marketing, hospitality and management.
School Bank
Enrich Career Development in:

• Finance and Accounting
• Marketing
• Hospitality
• Management

"EO’s CTE offerings allowed me to graduate with a ton of college credits!"

- Sam H., UCONN Class of 2020, Bachelor of Science in Business

"My CTE courses helped make the transition to college so much smoother."

- Joseph Lemieux, Providence College Class of 2020, Marketing Major

Contact:

Susan Biren, Dept. Head
Monday-Friday, 7:00 am-2:30 pm
860.487.0877 ext.4629
[email protected]