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Wayzata district details overhaul of career and technical education, cites capacity needs and credential growth
Summary
At a Feb. 23 work session, Wayzata Public School District presented the results of a multi-year CTE curriculum review, announcing 12 pathways by 2026, expanded industry credentials and capacity limits in CNA and culinary programs; staff said a planned referendum could add facilities.
At a Feb. 23 work session, the Wayzata Public School District’s CTE team presented results of a multi-year curriculum review and described plans to expand career and technical education opportunities for middle- and high-school students.
Director Abby Brar opened the presentation and Scott Torter and Paul Kimbler described a shift from earlier “career spheres” to a pathways model. Staff said the district organized CTE into 11 pathways and expects a 12th by 2026, with over 70 courses grouped to allow students to enter at an introductory level, advance to intermediate classes and finish with capstone experiences that may include industry-recognized credentials or college credit.
Dawn Johnson, who coordinated the 6–12 curriculum review, said the team aligned course work with four frameworks recommended…
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