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CHISD says it will expand career pathways and AI exposure as part of ‘reimagining readiness’
Summary
Superintendent and district leaders told the joint meeting CHISD will broaden career and technical education (CTE) pathways and invest in technology and AI exposure so graduates are prepared for both college and skilled trades.
CHISD speakers said the district must balance its strong college‑going culture with expanded career and technical pathways and access to digital tools. A district presenter described an upcoming expansion of CTE pathways after a recent audit found insufficient skilled‑trade pathways: "So not only do we have to have a college going culture, we also have to build skilled trades," the speaker said.
Officials also noted the district's participation in an AI symposium and signaled plans to provide students with digital tools and critical‑thinking instruction that complements basic academics. The district requested partnership with city employers and community organizations to build local workforce pipelines.
