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CTEC demand outstrips capacity; department flags pilot funding for paraeducator hiring and adult programming
Summary
CTEC reported nearly 9,000 applications for about 3,500 ninth-grade seats for 2026'027, leaving large wait lists. The commissioner highlighted potential budget support for evening/adult programming and initial funds to bring paraeducators onto state payrolls if the legislature approves.
CTEC staff reported sharply higher demand for career-technical education seats for incoming ninth graders in 2026'027, with nearly 9,000 applications for about 3,500 slots and wait lists that vary widely by school.
Dr. Pritchard told the board that the system extended offers to just over 3,300 students and that Fuller Havens had the largest applicant pool (more than 1,000 applications for roughly 230 seats). The presenter called the…
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