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Presenter outlines multi-phase manufacturing pathway for Barbara Roberts CTE, funded by Future Ready grant
Summary
A presenter who identified himself as Dr. Bigri described a four-phase plan to build a manufacturing career-technical education pathway at Barbara Roberts CTE, funded in part by a $500,000 Future Ready Oregon grant and supported by a pending legislative funding request.
A presenter who later identified himself as Dr. Bigri told the Sheridan School District 48J board that he is leading development of a manufacturing career-technical education (CTE) pathway at Barbara Roberts CTE.
Dr. Bigri described the work as a four-phase project: Phase 1 will set goals and build a regional advisory committee; Phase 2 will develop curriculum tied to industry-recognized credentials; Phase 3 will form employer partnerships and work-based learning (internships, apprenticeships, job shadows); and Phase 4 will establish data collection and continuous improvement processes to track student outcomes and program retention. "We're aligning program goals with industry needs and educational standards," he said.
Board members pressed on timing and logistics. Dr. Bigri said the advisory committee should meet within 30 to 60 days and that curriculum development is the immediate next step; he estimated that program activity would move forward during the 2025-26 school year but noted construction and equipment purchase timelines depend on available funding. "We'll also have regional stakeholder group meetings and surveys," he said.
Superintendent Dory confirmed the district received a $500,000 Future Ready Oregon grant to support the work and said that grant closes in June 2026. Dory also said the district has submitted a separate legislative funding request for Barbara Roberts and is listed on a congressional community-project request that seeks $2,500,000, but she cautioned that inclusion on the list does not mean funds have been awarded.
Board members asked whether classes could begin before the new facility is built using partner sites; Dr. Bigri said that, for certain courses such as truck-driving simulation or EMT training, partnering with existing local facilities could be feasible while construction proceeds. He also noted responsibility for purchasing and storing equipment is part of his contract work.
The board did not take a vote on the item; Dr. Bigri said he would return with progress reports as the advisory committee forms and curriculum work advances.
