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Shelton's CTE programs grow internships, dual credit and industry partnerships, district reports
Summary
District officials reported expansion of career and technical education pathways, increased industry partnerships, renewed dual-credit planning, internships exceeding goals and state requests for curriculum frameworks in AI and career readiness.
Shelton School District's career-connected learning (CTE) leader briefed the board on enrollment, internships, partnerships and credentialing work across grades 7â2.
The presenter (listed on the agenda as Gretchen and Melissa) described CTE as "designed to prepare students for the future by equipping them with skills and knowledge that they need to succeed in both college or career." The program manager said the district aligned academies and pathways to national career clusters, strengthened dual-credit and industry-recognized credential options, and secured partnerships with Olympic College, South Puget Sound Community College, University of Washington programs and local employers.
Highlights included a student-made promotional video for local business park engagement, a 20-hour internship program that exceeded an initial goal of 40 internships, and students qualifying for state and national competitions such as SkillsUSA, DECA and FCCLA. The presenter said the district received $35,000 of WIAA equipment for student broadcasting and that partnerships produced real employment outcomes in some cases, including a student hired after an internship at Sierra Pacific.
The presenter noted state rule changes from OSPI may reduce the number of college courses the district can offer for dual credit under revised fidelity rules, and said the district is examining how to balance Kâ2 credential preparation with not requiring students to retake industry certification tests at postsecondary entry.
Board members praised the program and asked for continued clarity about how CTE funding works; the presenter explained enhanced CTE funding requires sufficient class enrollment to qualify. The board commended the internship and community partnership outcomes and welcomed the district's work on AI curriculum frameworks.
No board action was taken; the presentation was received as informational.
