Career & Technical Education and its impact on FFCS students

The month of February is Career & Technical Education month! As part of that recognition, school districts across the nation look to feature the unique and critical programs aimed at preparing today’s students for tomorrow’s workforce.

What is Career & Technical Education?

FFCS student participating in Hamilton Fulton Montgomery BOCES CTE program.
FFCS student participating in Hamilton Fulton Montgomery BOCES CTE program.

Career and Technical Education programs (CTE) are student-based programs that provide access to areas that focus on career pathways, such as: understanding career/industry backgrounds, building self-confidence in the classroom, and determining employment opportunities for tomorrow’s economy.

For students entering a CTE program, they are taking an approach to make critical choices for future employment opportunities, while reviewing their initial options as they draw closer to graduation. Whether it’s in healthcare, education, construction, or automotive – the opportunities are available for students, and their families, to better understand what’s included in a CTE curriculum and what is waiting for them when they graduate.

“As with all curriculums and programs centered on our students’ success, Career & Technical Education creates opportunities for our students to participate in real world, hands-on learning opportunities that match their interest and skill set,” said Superintendent of Schools Mr. Ciaccio. “ Our partnership with Hamilton Fulton Montgomery BOCES has led to positive outcomes for many of our students.”

To learn more about this important program, click here.