Candidates at the Lorain City Schools forum said the district already offers a State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) pathway but does not operate a full high‑school nursing program.

An audience speaker summarized: “We have an SDNA program that they go for certification. Do we have a, a nursing program? No. We don't.” Candidates suggested expanding career‑technical education to include phlebotomy, allied‑health specializations and trade programs.

Mark Ballard II and other candidates urged growth of career tech offerings and partnerships with external groups. Ballard said expanding programs would help students who are not on a college track prepare for work; another participant suggested partnering with organizations such as the IBEW for electrical training.

No formal curriculum change or contract was proposed at the forum; candidates and audience members described ideas and local program capacity. Several candidates said they would work with administrators and community partners to pursue program expansion if elected.