Career and Technical Education
VISION
The Career & Technical Education department will ensure that all students from Vanguard Academy will be empowered through valued career preparation to compete in today’s global market and have a competitive advantage in the 21st century economic workforce.
MISSION
Our mission is to educate, prepare, and train all Vanguard Academy students through rigorous career pathways that provide, A Purpose in Life A Reason for Learning" opportunities through industry certifications, partnerships, and real world experience.
CTE endorsements and pathways offered are as follows:
Business and Industry
- Business Management
- Information Technology, Networking & Cyber Security
- Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Audio/Video Production
- Cosmetology
Public Service
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement
- Education and Training
Health Science
Agriculture Science
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
- Computer Science
- Engineering/Robotics
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CTE Student Organizations (CTSOs)
Career and Technical Education Student Organizations enhance student learning by providing leadership and competitive opportunities in various events. Vanguard Academy has established organization chapters and teams in various nationally recognized student organizations. In the 2021 school year, many of our student organizations participated in local, regional, and state competitions in which they also obtained awards and recognition. The organizations that we are a part of are listed below.