in pre-K,” explains Sarah, the district’s Director of Curriculum. “We want our students to be creators, not just consumers of technology.” From coding basics to digital citizenship, students are developing real-world skills that will serve them in any future field. This early exposure is especially impactful in preparing students for Vernon ISD’s growing Career and Technical Education (CTE) offerings. CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION: PATHWAYS WITH PURPOSE Vernon ISD has taken bold steps to expand its CTE programming across grade levels, with new courses introduced at the middle school level and robust dual-credit opportunities at the high school through a strong partnership with Vernon College.The goal? To give students a head start on life after graduation. “Ultimately, we want our students to walk the stage 4 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 09
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