Career & Technical Education

Each February, we honor and recognize the pivotal role that Career & Technical Education (CTE) plays in preparing our students for success. The following highlights showcase memorable moments from February.

CTE Teacher Night was a resounding success, bringing together our dedicated educators for a night of professional development and celebration. The evening kicked off with engaging professional development sessions, providing teachers with valuable insights and tools to enhance their teaching practices.

One of the highlights of the evening was our inaugural Sweet Treat Showdown, where culinary programs showcased their baking skills and creativity. From delectable cakes to mouth-watering cookies, the competition was fierce! The Emmett J. Conrad Culinary Arts program, led by Chef Harris, emerged as this year's winner!

In addition to the Sweet Treat Showdown, we were proud to recognize and honor our teachers with career cluster awards. Submitted by campus leadership, these awards recognize the hard work, dedication, and innovation of our teachers in advancing CTE education and preparing our students for success.

• Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources | Megan James, CityLab High School
• Architecture and Construction | Richard Tilley, Career Institute East
• Arts, AV Tech and Communications | Michelle Celis, Adamson High School
• Business, Marketing and Finance | Brandon Lewis, Carter High School
  & Amy Lenord, Career Institute North
• Health Science | Grace Barber, Townview School of Health Professions
• Hospitality and Tourism | Paula Lewis, Lincoln High School
• Information Technology | Rodnez Small, Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy
• STEM | Jesse Field, Woodrow Wilson High School
• Middle School | Bethany Seagroves, Solar Preparatory for Girls
  & Stacy Gunn, Boude Storey Middle School

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all our teachers for your dedication and commitment to excellence. Your passion for teaching and learning is truly inspiring, and we are grateful for everything you do to support our students and our CTE programs.

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Under Mr. Douglas Palmer's leadership, students in the Architecture & Construction Pathway at Skyline High School created an impressive CTE display, showcasing their skills in merging STEM and construction:

- Engineering Design - Welding - Craftsmanship - Teamwork - Mathematics

The CTE Department premiered a new video series showcasing the impact of CTE. The first video features CTE teachers discussing how they foster success.

Featuring:

• Megan James, Urban Agriculture, CityLab
• Virginia Ross, Engineering, W.T. White High School
• Megan Johnson, Family Consumer Science, Skyline High School
• Paula Lewis, Lincoln High School

Click here to watch.

In the second video, Dallas ISD CTE alumni who now teach CTE courses share the role CTE played in their lives.

Featuring:

• Jennefer Ramirez, School of Health Professions
• Chris Chevez, Seagoville High School
• Laura Munoz, Skyline High School

Click here to watch.

Celebrating the accomplishments of our student-led broadcasts, we applaud the exceptional work of two standout programs:

The Voice of Townview - KSBM Radio: Under the direction of Rochelle Shipman, the radio station welcomed Dallas ISD Superintendent Dr. Elizalde. She shared her educational journey and vision for the district in a program titled 'Echoes of Excellence.'

CTE and NAF, along with Dallas ISD P-TECH and Workforce Development teams, hosted the annual TWA event.This initiative aims to enhance all aspects of internships for Dallas ISD students, ensuring high-quality experiences. The workshop provides industry representatives with insights into internship intricacies, contributing to the continual improvement of the Dallas ISD internship program. This year's turnout was amazing! Connect with your campus CTE lead for more information on the Dallas ISD Internship Program.

Congratulations to the Skyline Culinary Arts program and its students for their outstanding achievements! They placed 2nd in the Food in Fashion Competition, hosted by the Texas Restaurant Association, and emerged victorious in the Black History Cooking Competition, hosted by the Cochran Law Firm. Instructor Jason Blackwell commended the Skyline Culinary "Queens of Fire" for their exceptional performance, stating, "They showed up and showed out." Keep up the fantastic work!

The accounting careers exploration event at Conrad High School featured professionals from MG Stover, KPMG, SMU, and others, who shared insights into the exciting potential of a career in accounting. Hosted by the Center for Audit Quality, EVERFI, and the Texas Society of CPAs, the event also awarded a $5,000 scholarship to aid in a student's academic pursuits.

Hear from Becky, the scholarship winner, as she talks about her future plans.

Congratulations to Robert Burton for being recognized with the Aspirations in Computing (AiC) Educator Award! This award acknowledges educators who have shown a commitment to encouraging the computing interests of students, regardless of gender identity. Mr. Burton was selected by the local affiliate selection committee for his dedication to gender equity in computing education. Congratulations are in order for Robert Burton!

Phase 1 is now complete! Mr. Olson's Video Game Design students have shown remarkable dedication and skill in transforming their room into a state-of-the-art gaming space.

Throughout this phase, students meticulously set up each piece of equipment, disassembled and reassembled desks, and wired all lighting fixtures. The transformation is truly impressive.

As Mr. Olson and his students look ahead, they are incredibly excited about the future of their Esports program. Enhancing the curriculum, Esports offers students unique learning opportunities. In addition, students will host their own events, showcasing their talent and passion in the world of Esports.

The Marvin E. Robinson School of Business and Management competed in the BPA Area 1 Region 2 Leadership Development Conference with full member participation. Forty students earned State Qualifier designation, and twelve students earned State Alternate designation. Congratulations on this impressive achievement, and good luck as you continue to excel in your future endeavors!

We are thrilled to announce the outstanding achievements of the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) students at the recent Regional Competitions at Mt. Pleasant ESC 8. Please join us in congratulating:

• Bre'nay Howard and Ashley Davis for winning 1st place in the Business Plan competition.
• Adamaris Moreno for achieving 1st place in Data Analysis.
• Alejandro Rangel (New Member) for securing 2nd place in Economics.
  
  

These students exemplify dedication, hard work, and excellence in their respective categories.

All of the students qualified for the FBLA State Competition in Galveston, Texas, a testament to their hard work and dedication.

Please join us in congratulating them on this incredible achievement!

• Axcel Garcia - 1st Place, Broadcast Journalism

• Joseph Hernandez - 2nd Place, Future Business Leader; Selected Vice President Area 6;
  FBLA Who's Who Award
• Emily Maya, Leslie Ortiz, Diego Sanchez - 3rd Place, Graphic Design
• Kamara Willis - 4th Place, Presentation Skills
• Armani Lee - 2nd Place, Job Interview Skills
• Karen Chavarria - 2nd Place, Impromptu Speech
• Ree Maung - Team Manager

A round of applause to all the students, advisors, and chaperones for their participation and hard work at their recent competition at Rock Hill High School in Prosper! We're thrilled to share the results with you:

• Monserrat Ramos - 5th Place, Phlebotomy

• Aileen Diaz - 4th Place, Physical Therapy

• Emilia Love - 1st Place, Sports Medicine
• Soknah Gaye - 3rd Place, Sports Medicine
  
  

The Marvin E. Robinson School of Business and Management had their talents on full display at the DECA District 11 Conference. A total of thirty-five students participated in the event, with seventeen students earning State Qualifier designation.

The Woodrow High School Drone team, Dronelution360, continued its winning streak by dominating the Texas - Region 2 Aerial Drone Competition on February 24, 2024. Out of 30 competitive teams, Dronelution360 emerged victorious once again, claiming the prestigious Excellence Award. The team showcased remarkable scores of 365 in piloting skills and 95 in autonomous flight, completing an entire course with precision and skill.

This stellar performance comes after their impressive debut last month, where they secured the #2 spot in the Global Skills Standing. As they prepare for the Oklahoma Championship on April 19 to 20, Dronelution360 remains a beacon of excellence and inspiration, highlighting the extraordinary talent within Woodrow Wilson High School.

Congratulations to Mia Yonker, Andrew Morrissey, Anthony Vargas, Esteban Salcedo, Selah Triska, Landon MacDonald, Adrian Delgado, and Kendall Johnson!

The district is exploring strategies to enhance our focus on completing the work we have started. As part of this effort, Dallas ISD will now refer to College, Career & Military Readiness as College, Career & Military Complete (CCMC).

As we strive to ensure our students achieve College, Career, and Military Complete status, we're proud to share that 1,394 seniors have already met a CCMC point by attaining their industry-based certification. We look forward to seeing this number increase in the coming months.

A friendly reminder, the deadline for certification attempts is approaching: the first attempt should be completed by April 1st and the second attempt by May 1st. Keep up the great work, and best of luck to all students!

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The deadline for reaching our budget goal of 75% spent was at the first week of March. By now, you should have spent 75% of your budget. If you need assistance, please contact your Program Coordinator.

Consider investing your remaining funds in classroom necessities like professional development resources, classroom supplies, technology upgrades, and program promotional materials.

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