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local business and industry, workforce development, local about the opportunities that Volusia County Schools’ students
government, and postsecondary institutions to guide and have available say just that. If you’d like to know more about
inform the entire educational process. This input is what keeps how to get involved to support this work, there are many places
CTE programs relevant and academies viable and connected where interested community members can plug in to share their
to current careers. Workforce data is shared and utilized to expertise. Cultivating a well-trained workforce is certainly not
inform program decisions. Collaboration with partners means an easy task. However, when all stakeholders come together
that students are well prepared to graduate and qualify for through CTE programs and career academies, we will continue
employment — right here in Volusia County and beyond. All to build a pipeline toward success, not only for the students
of the guest speakers and field trips to local businesses assist of Volusia County Schools, but for our community as a whole.
students in better understanding the employment opportunities
that are right here at home.
Now, if you are reading this and thinking, “I sure
wish that I had something like this when I
was in high school,” you’re not
alone. Most of the adults
who hear
Kelly brings 27 years of experience in education and
leadership at Volusia County Schools to her position
as the Coordinator of Career and Technical Education
(CTE). Her passion involves supporting Volusia’s CTE
programs and career academies so they are the place
where innovative teaching and learning practices thrive
for the benefit of all students.
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