"Send me a Text Message!"Unlock the transformative power of Career and Technical Education (CTE) with me as I shatter the myths surrounding this pivotal component of the K-12 system. CTE isn't just for those steering away from college or traditional academics; it's a dynamic pathway equipping students with real-world skills and career readiness. By combining CTE with academic curricula, we're setting students on a trajectory for success in both higher education and the workforce, ensuring they graduate with direction and purpose.Learn how the Carl Perkins Career and Technical Education Act is shaping career-focused education, particularly in STEM fields, and how CTE courses are engaging students by making learning relevant to the fast-evolving job market. This episode is a call for educational leaders to champion CTE as a vital tool in equipping students with technological literacy and the essential skills for the 21st century. Love my show? Consider being a regular subscriber! Just go to https://tinyurl.com/podcastsupport. Support the show Thanks for listening! For more information about the show, episodes, and ways to support, check out these websites: https://k12educationinsights.buzzsprout.com or https: //www.liberationthrougheducation.com/podcast Subscribe on Buzzsprout to receive a shout out on an upcoming episode You can also support me with ratings, kind words of encouragement, and by sharing this podcast with friends and family Contact me with any specific questions you have at: kim@liberationthrougheducation.com