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Welcome to Career and Technical Education (CTE) at North Beach School District!

Our CTE programs provide students with hands-on learning experiences that connect classroom instruction to real-world careers. Through industry-focused coursework, students develop technical skills, leadership abilities, and workplace readiness while exploring careers that match their interests and goals.

Whether students are preparing for college, technical training, military service, apprenticeships, or entering the workforce, North Beach CTE provides meaningful learning experiences that help them build a successful future.

At North Beach, we believe students learn best by doing. Our programs give students opportunities to create, lead, solve problems, earn industry-recognized credentials, and gain valuable experience that extends beyond the classroom.

What is CTE?

Career and Technical Education (CTE) combines academic knowledge with technical and employability skills to prepare students for high-demand careers and post-secondary opportunities.

CTE courses provide students with:

  • Hands-on, project-based learning experiences
  • Career exploration opportunities
  • Industry-relevant technical skills
  • Leadership development
  • Workplace readiness training
  • Opportunities to earn industry-recognized credentials
  • Connections to local businesses and community partners

CTE is designed to help students discover their interests while developing the knowledge and skills needed for success after high school.

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Programs of Study & Graduation Pathways

Students can explore career interests while earning credits toward graduation through state-approved CTE Programs of Study. Each program includes a sequence of related courses that build technical skills, leadership experience, and workplace readiness while helping students meet Washington State graduation pathway requirements.

North Beach CTE Programs of Study provide opportunities for students to:

  • Explore career interests
  • Develop technical and employability skills
  • Earn industry-recognized credentials
  • Participate in student leadership organizations
  • Build college and career readiness
  • Complete graduation pathway requirements

Students may pursue pathways in:

  • Culinary Arts
  • Commercial Art & Design
  • Educational Leadership
  • Publishing & Yearbook
  • Marketing & Business

Each pathway is designed to prepare students for college, apprenticeships, military service, technical training, and employment.

Student Leadership Organizations (CTSOs)

Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs) provide students with opportunities to develop leadership, teamwork, communication, and career-ready skills outside the classroom.

CTSOs help students apply what they learn in CTE courses through competitions, conferences, service projects, and leadership activities.

North Beach students have the opportunity to participate in SkillsUSA and other program-specific leadership opportunities.

Participation in CTSOs allows students to build confidence, network with industry professionals, compete with students from across the state, and develop the leadership skills employers value.

Our Teachers

Our CTE instructors bring passion, industry experience, and a commitment to student success into every classroom.

North Beach CTE teachers work to create engaging, hands-on learning environments where students can explore career interests, develop technical skills, and build confidence for the future.

Our instructors believe in preparing students not only for graduation, but for success in college, careers, and life. Through project-based learning, industry partnerships, leadership opportunities, and real-world experiences, they help students discover their strengths and achieve their goals.

We invite you to learn more about our programs and meet the educators who make North Beach CTE an exciting place to learn and grow.