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CTEC- A Choice for the Future

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CTEC Students can....

  • Earn a New York State Regents Diploma
  • Meet industry certifications
  • Obtain technical endorsements
  • Prepare for and earn college credit
  • Earn scholarships and awards
  • Participate in home school activities
  • Learn life-long skills and good work habits
  • Develop practical problem-solving skills
  • Learn team work
  • Gain the competitive edge for college and work

Work Experience Center

Offers current students and alumni a wide range of career and job placement services:

  • Job Board Listing
  • Assistance with resumes and job applications
  • Interviewing techniques
  • Employer database
  • Internship (Paid) and Clinical programs (Unpaid)

Student Incentive Program

This is a rewards program to honor students who have met performance, attendance, community service and industry criteria. The program includes quarterly honor roll ceremonies and end-of-the-year awards based on technical mastery, scholarships for performance, and community service.

 

Clubs and Organizations

CTEC provides students with an opportunity to participate in a variety of clubs and activities. Each of the organizations below engage students in leadership activities, student competitions, and community service. CTEC has national chapters in: FBLA: Future Business Leaders of America; FFA: Future Farmers of America; SkillsUSA, formerly known as VICA (Vocational Industrial Clubs of America ); HOSA: Health Occupations Students of America; FCCLA: Family Career and Community Leaders of America; FEA: Future Educators of America; ACF: American Culinary Federation; and NTHS: National Technical Honor Society.