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Rappahannock schools highlight expanded CTE, new public-safety dispatch course and industry credentials
Summary
The Rappahannock County School Board heard a CTE update May 12 on partnerships, dual-enrollment pathways and a new public-safety dispatch course that includes nationally accredited emergency-telecommunications and BLS certification; staff said many students earned industry credentials and some may have immediate employment prospects.
Rappahannock County School Board members on May 12 heard a detailed report on Career and Technical Education offerings as staff outlined new partnerships, credentialing outcomes and a hands-on public-safety course built with the sheriff's office.
Interim school counselor Dr. McColl told the board staff had met individually with every student to help place them in appropriately sequenced classes and to expand access to dual-enrollment opportunities. Officials described a new arrangement with Lord Fairfax/ LRCC in Warrenton to add slots for heavy-equipment operator training and to accommodate student interest in phlebotomy and CNA pathways; staff said they are working on funding and application…
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