Career & Technical Education in RISD Prepares Students for the Workforce

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Career and Technical Education prepares all students for the world of work through intentional and meaningful career-focused programs of study.

CTE Facts You Need to Know!

  • RISD is a CTE District of Distinction; less than 6% of districts in TX earn this honor
  • 31 programs of study
  • 7,000 high school students served
  • 2,582 industry-based certifications earned 
  • 43.2% of seniors graduate career-ready as a part of CCMR status
  • Programs for high school, junior high & elementary students

Learn more about CTE programs: www.risd.org/cte​​

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Infographic: RISD Career & Technical Education. CTE Facts you need to know! RISD is a CTE District of Distinction; less than 6% of districts in TX earn this honor 31 programs of study 7,000 high school students served 2,582 industry-based certifications earned  43.2% of seniors graduate career-ready as a part of CCMR status Programs for high school, junior high & elementary students #RISDFRIDAYFEATURE RISD.ORG/CTE

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