WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

WEEKLY NEWSLETTER

3/17/25 Volume 3, Edition 28

EBR Career and Technical Education Center (CTEC) is a regional training provider for high school students in high demand, high paying jobs in the Capital Region. CTEC provides rigorous, project-based instruction, Industry Based Credentials (IBC), and dual enrollment opportunities that can be used towards an Associate Degree while in high school.

"Your story starts here and ends WORKFORCE READY"

Amber Renee Boyd, Executive Director of Workforce Development

Martha Sealy, Administrative Director CTEC

Michael Hilton- Principal, CTEC

The Career and Technical Education Center (CTEC) provides students with unique opportunities to explore specialized career pathways not available at their home schools. CTEC equips students with the skills and experiences needed for success in high-demand industries and post-secondary education by offering hands-on training, industry-aligned certifications, and innovative learning environments.

CTEC is available to students interested in pathways not offered at home school sites.

Below are the College and Career Pathways we support at our high schools across the district.

Amber Renee Boyd

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As we close out another productive week, we want to take a moment to highlight the incredible work happening at CTEC and prepare you for the exciting events ahead.

This past week, our Carpentry students continued their hands-on learning by constructing two wheelchair accessibility ramps, demonstrating both skill and service to the community. Our ProStart students treated the HR Department to their delicious Sticky Honey Buns, showcasing their culinary talents. Additionally, we welcomed SPEMA, Southeast Middle, and Eva Legard students for engaging field trips, giving them a firsthand look at the unique learning experiences we offer at CTEC.

Next week promises to be just as eventful, with several key activities on the horizon:

March 17 – LDOE Site Visit for Computer Science
March 18 – EMT Students’ Psychomotor Exam @ LA BEMS
March 18-20 – ProStart Competition in New Orleans – Wishing our students the best as they showcase their culinary expertise!
March 19 – Southeast Middle School Field Trip @ CTEC
March 21 – Careers in Industry Day – A great opportunity for students to connect with industry professionals and explore career pathways.

Thank you for your continued support in making CTEC a hub of excellence and opportunity for our students. We look forward to another successful week ahead!

EBR Career & Technical Education Center (CTEC): Arts, AV Technology, & Communication (TV & Film) | Architecture & Construction | Health Sciences (EMT, CNA/PreLPN, Patient Care, Certified Medical Assist) | Hospitality & Tourism (ProStart) | Information Technology (Computer Networking or Programing) | Manufacturing (HVAC, NCCER Electrical, NCCER Instrumentation, Process Technology Oil & Gas) | Transportation (Automotive Technician)

Engaging students in career development to ensure they graduate WORKFORCE READY!

Upcoming Events

24-25 Field Trip Calendar

March 2025 (College and Career Fair - IBC Testing before State Testing Begins)

15: ProStart Competition Prep
18: FT - EMT Students Psychomotor Exam @ LA BEMS
18-20: Louisiana ProStart competition (New Orleans)
19: Southeast Middle FT to CTEC
19: School Support Demo @ Park Forest MS (Ross & Gautreaux) -Mr. Hawkins
21: Careers in Industry Day (@ CTEC)
21: Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day Registration deadline.
25: Capitol Middle FT to CTEC
26: Capitol Middle FT to CTEC
27: Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day
26-28: SkillsUSA in New Orleans

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Arlington Preparatory: Business Management | Hospitality & Tourism

Baton Rouge Magnet HS: Arts, AV Technology, & Communication | Architecture | Business Management

Belaire HS: Agriculture & Construction | Arts, AV Technology, & Communication | Business Management | Hospitality & Tourism | STEM Pre-Engineering

Broadmoor Senior HS: Agriculture & Construction | Business Management | Hospitality & Tourism

Capitol HS: Arts, AV Technology, & Communication | Health Sciences | Business Management

EBR Readiness HS: Arts, AV Technology & Communication | Business Management

Glen Oaks Senior HS: Construction | Arts, AV Technology, & Communication | Business Management | Health Sciences

Istrouma HS: Agriculture & Construction | Arts, AV Technology, & Communication | Hospitality & Tourism | Information Technology

Liberty HS: STEM Pathways | STEM Pre-Healthcare | STEM Pre-Engineering | STEM Computing/Cybersecurity

McKinley HS: Arts, AV Technology, & Communication | Transportation | Louisiana Pre-Educator Pathway

Northdale Superintendent's Academy: Agriculture & Construction | Business Management

Northeast HS: Agriculture | Business Management | Hospitality & Tourism

Scotlandville HS: Business Management | Information Technology | Health Sciences | Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security | STEM Pre-Engineering

Tara HS: Arts, AV Technology, & Communication | Business Management | Hospitality & Tourism

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT SPOTLIGHT PAGE

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CTEC awarded $15,000 ADF Grant for PK Playhouse at Southdowns

Progress on the playhouse continues! Check it out, and follow us weekly to see how it's coming along.

ProStart Competition Practice - Saturday, March 8th

EMT Bootcamp 2025 - March 13, 2025

CTEC ProStart students cook for EMT students engaged in the EMT Boot Camp!

Sticky Honey Buns for EBR Human Resources Dept.

Field Trips to CTEC

Book yours today!

Scotlandville Pre-Engineering Magnet Academy Visits - 3/11/2025

Southeast Middle Visits - 3/12/2025

Eva Legard Visits - 3/13/2025

Around the Center

Check your High School Transfer Route here

Workforce Development Spotlight

Career and Technical Education around the District!

Jump$tart in the DEMCO Financial Education Community

From Mr. Blaine Grimes, "On behalf of the Louisiana Jump$tart Coalition, thank you so much for your outstanding volunteer spirit on Tuesday with the DEMCO YCAP financial literacy “Real Life” symposium. What an amazing group of kids and did we all not have a great time? Simply put, we could not have done it without you. Ms. Blanson, please extend our sincere appreciation to Ms. Callagain and Ms. Dunn.

Professional Development for Students Participating in the "Learn and Earn" Internship Program

On March 8, 2025, EBRPSS student interns participated in a professional development session on workplace etiquette and ethics at the PDC, facilitated by Orange Strategy. This session focused on teamwork, exploring the key differences between leaders and managers, and understanding the unique characteristics of Gen Z in the workplace. Interns engaged in interactive discussions and activities designed to enhance their professionalism, collaboration, and leadership skills. This training provided valuable insights to help them navigate workplace dynamics and contribute effectively to their future careers.

Congratulations! BR High DECA

Congratulations to Baton Rouge Magnet High School's DECA Students for their performance at the DECA State Conference.

Fourteen - 1st place, Nine - 2nd place, Twelve - 3rd place winners
Caden Tran - Murphy USA Scholarship Recipient
Yen Hao Lai and Joanna Fang - 2025 - 2026 Louisiana State Officers
Marcia Lee, Daveta Parker, Kari Hicks, and Gaston Daigle - Outstanding Chapter Advisors
Baton Rouge High School - Outstanding Chapter
Baton Rouge High School - 2nd Largest DECA Chapter in the state
Baton Rouge High - School Based Enterprise received Gold Level Status

MassMutual Foundation FutureSmart Contest, $5000 Scholarship

Congratulations Kyree J.

Kyree J. Has been selected as a Fall recipient of the 2024-2025 EVERFI MassMutual FutureSmart Scholarship Contest. Confirmed winners will receive a $5,000 scholarship prize!

Congratulations! Best of Beable Flash Contest Winner!

Angela Walker & Students

Congratulations for being selected as the monthly Flash Contest Winner among all Best of Beable members worldwide!

JROTC Leadership Bowl - 2 Teams Advance

Belaire Magnet High School

Congratulations to Belaire MHS's JROTC Leadership Bowl teams (JLAB II) for advancing to the final round of the Nationwide JLAB competition. These students have earned an all-expenses paid trip to Washington, D.C. this summer to compete in (JLAB Bowl III) National Level Competition. Please congratulate them with us, and encourage them as they start preparing for the final round of the National Level Competition in June 2025. Congratulations to the coaches and team members for all your hard work.

This is the 2nd time in the last 2 years that the Belaire Magnet High School team has qualified for this high-level competition among JROTC programs across the United States. This is truly an outstanding achievement!

Liberty Magnet High School

Congratulations to Liberty MHS's JROTC Leadership Bowl teams (JLAB II) for advancing to the final round of the Nationwide JLAB competition. These students have earned an all-expenses paid trip to Washington, D.C. this summer to compete in (JLAB Bowl III) National Level Competition. Please congratulate them with us, and encourage them as they start preparing for the final round of the National Level Competition in June 2025. Congratulations to the coaches and team members for all your hard work.

CTE Month - February 2025

Career & Technical Education Scholarships | Horatio Alger

Career & Technical Education Scholarships

"I immigrated to the US from Russia when I was 10 years old. I cannot express the wave of relief and excitement I felt after receiving this award. This scholarship allowed me to pursue an education and career in my chosen field of Marine Systems, transition my mechanic’s skill set to a life at sea, and learn to repair and maintain vessels, keeping them afloat and safe. I was able to do all this without burdening my life with a mountain of student debt."

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Leadership Education & Training (LET 2) Board

Congratulations to the cadets who participated in the Leadership Education & Training (LET 2) Board on February 13, 2025, at Scotlandville Magnet High School. What a superior performance by the top cadets from each school's JROTC programs. Thanks to the Senior Army Instructors (SAI) and Army Instructors (AI) for your outstanding work in preparing the cadets for the competition. The top 3 top winners are: 1st Place winner Cadet Staff Sergeant Jaylah Mark from Liberty MHS; 2nd Place winner Cadet Staff Sergeant Gisele Lattibeaudiere from Tara HS and 3rd Place winner Cadet Staff Sergeant Omari Hawkins from Woodlawn HS. The top six overall competition scores were razor-thin. All of the cadets from each school were well prepared. "Great Job Cadets" Please congratulate these students when you see them around your campus.