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What is Career & Technical Education?

Career and technical education, often abbreviated as CTE, is a type of education that focuses on providing students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in the workforce. CTE programs typically offer hands-on, practical learning experiences, and may include internships, apprenticeships, or other work-based learning opportunities. These programs often focus on specific industries or fields, such as healthcare, manufacturing, or technology. CTE programs can provide students with valuable skills and experience that can help them find jobs and succeed in their careers.

Get the most out of High School

For high school students who desire a unique learning experience, Forbes Road CTC may be a great fit. Our career and technical education programs can prepare students for a job right out of high school, while students also complete their academic core requirements. Students can still play sports and go to any high school functions just like any other student, but we can help you get MORE out of your high school experience.

High paying skilled jobs are in demand!

Yes, there are many high-paying vocational jobs that are in demand. Some examples of high-paying vocational jobs include electricians, plumbers, and HVAC technicians, as well as healthcare professionals such as nurses and physical therapists. These jobs often require specialized training and education, but can offer good salaries and job security. Other high-paying vocational jobs may include positions in the manufacturing and construction industries, as well as jobs in the automotive and aviation fields. Overall, there is a high demand for skilled workers in a variety of vocational fields, and many of these jobs can offer good pay and opportunities for advancement.

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We pride ourselves in preparing our students for technical and professional careers.

The Joint School Board recognizes and values the dedication, experience, and professionalism of its teaching staff. The Board, likewise, remains committed to reaching a successful collective bargaining agreement with FREA, while also maintaining its fiduciary duty to each sending school, its students, and each taxing body that contributes to this institution’s success. 

Nevertheless, the notion that the Board has been unwilling to have productive meetings does not accurately reflect the history of these negotiations.  The parties initiated early bird negotiations last school year and have been diligently meeting with the Union ever since, including last Thursday after the voting meeting.  Notably, the Union’s most recent economic proposal in just year 1 alone was $1,000 greater than the compensation proposal advanced by the Union itself during last negotiation session in June of 2026. Accordingly, the financial position presently proposed by the Union has not remained static during the bargaining process; rather, the Union’s current proposal represents an unattainable position for this Board to take back to each sending school.  

The Board has participated, and will continue to participate, in this collective bargaining process in good faith, and all that we would ask is for the Union to do the same.  The Board must evaluate each proposal not only in terms of compensation for current employees, but also consider its long-term financial sustainability, educational obligations of the students, future staffing needs, and the interests of the taxpayers who ultimately fund this District.

The Board is certainly disappointed whenever an experienced member of its professional staff chooses to leave employment with the District. Experienced educators are valuable members of the school community, and the Board takes matters of employee recruitment and retention seriously.

The District believes that the parties are best served by continuing to negotiate at the bargaining table rather than attempting to characterize the negotiations through isolated public statements. The Board remains prepared to bargain in good faith and continues to seek an agreement that appropriately balances the interests of its professional employees while meeting the needs of our students and taxpayers.

02/25/2026

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Forbes Road Career and Technology Center is asking students and their families to complete the newly created Family Survey.  This information will help the FRCTC staff to better understand what resources are currently available at home as well as how we can ensure that we are supporting your child’s success.  The brief survey will provide meaningful feedback that can help us meet the needs of all of our students.  Thank you

 

 

 

 

 

 

Forbes Road CTC

will be closed for students and staff

Thursday May 1, 2025 due to a power outage.