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High school CTE ambassadors outline nine career pathways to Atchison commissioners
Summary
Two senior students described their school’s Career and Technical Education program — nine pathways including biotechnology, healthcare science and programming — and asked commissioners to support internships and local partnerships that connect students to Northeast Kansas employers.
Destiny Eiler, identified herself as the CTE president at Ashton High School, told the Atchison City Commission that the school’s Career and Technical Education program offers nine pathways “aligned with major industry sectors in our region.” She listed business management and entrepreneurship, biotechnology, finance, programming, healthcare science and media design among the program offerings and said the curriculum emphasizes hands‑on, project‑based learning and internships.
“The program is not just an academic offering, it is an investment in our students and our workforce,” Eiler said, asking the commission to continue support for local internships and employer partnerships. Chair and commissioners asked follow‑up questions about student participation; Eiler said both presenters are seniors and confirmed that pathways are built in consultation with local labor data and employers.
Commissioners praised the students’ presentation and discussed city support for internships. Mark Westhoff, city manager, said he has discussed the program with Dr. Williams and is exploring ways the city can help connect students with local businesses. The students closed by offering to answer additional questions and thanking the commission for its time.
