ConnectEd November/December 2017 | Page 3

3 Now opening doors to endless career opportunities Garland ISD’s 2014 bond program promised voters a state-of-the-art facility with Career and Technical Education programs to prepare students for a successful future. The new Gilbreath-Reed Career and Technical Center opened its doors this school year, welcoming students from all seven high schools. The GRCTC offers more than 90 advanced- level courses, including a new firefighting and EMT partnership with the City of Garland and El Centro College. The Center also boasts the state’s first cybersecurity classes, numerous professional certifications and a simulated city for sixth-graders to learn civic and financial responsibilities. Visit garlandisd.net/grctc for more information. november/december 2017