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CTE student showcases projects as district and business partners highlight workforce connections
Summary
An Ashley High School senior described designing a house and a manufactured metal cart as part of New Hanover County Schools’ CTE pathway; industry partners including Wilmington Grill and Cape Fear Home Builders Association cited advisory boards and manufacturing tours as examples of hands‑on workforce training.
At the January board meeting, the district’s Career & Technical Education leadership showcased how school‑business partnerships translate into workforce pathways for students.
CTE director Mandy Mills introduced senior Alexa Grace of Ashley High School, who described three years of CTE coursework, industry apprenticeships and two capstone projects. “I designed a house… I spent eight months…
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