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Student urges expansion of vocational programs; district outlines CTE pathway work

Linden Board of Education · February 3, 2026
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Summary

A Linden High School student urged the board to expand vocational (VoTech) offerings, saying hands‑on programs improved her motivation; Superintendent Dr. Perkins said the district is strengthening college‑career technical education pathways and upgrading facilities.

A Linden student told the board that vocational training transformed her outlook and urged the district to expand career‑technical options.

"Until I got accepted into Votec, that's when I really knew what I want to do with my life," student speaker Nicolette Zawinski told trustees. She said vocational classes increased her motivation and academic…

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