Plano ISD’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs offer students a powerful way to discover their passions, build real-world skills and gain a competitive edge.

With more than 30 distinct programs of study and opportunities beginning as early as seventh grade, CTE gives students the chance to deeply explore future careers long before they leave high school.

The program’s reach continues to grow thanks to a unified team of leaders, including Superintendent Dr. Theresa Williams, CTE Director Karen Buechman and the newly appointed CTE Center Principal, Jean Laswell.

What is CTE, and why does it matter?

CTE is built on hands-on, experience-based learning that helps students understand possible career paths while developing technical and professional skills.

Every program of st

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