CTE Honors

Wai‘anae High School CTE Honors 

Career and Technical Education (CTE) Honors at Wai‘anae HS

Wai‘anae High School students achieve CTE Honors after completing a Program of Study and meeting the following requirements:

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  Earn a B or better in each required program of study (coursework)

• Proficiency on the Performance-Based Assessment (PBA)

Performance-Based Assessment (PBA) at Wai‘anae HS

At Wai‘anae High School, PBAs are an opportunity for students to showcase the skills and knowledge they’ve gained in their CTE Program of Study.

Each PBA includes:

1. Technical Writing – Documenting your project or work professionally

2. Oral Presentation – Explaining your project in a live presentation

3. Performance Assessment – A hands-on demonstration of your skills

The PBAs are conducted by Wai‘anae HS Level 3 and Level 4 CTE teachers, through a DOE-approved internship/work-based internship, or at the State-level CTSO competitions, and are required for CTE Honors recognition.

When Will You Take Your PBA at Wai‘anae HS?

Although you only need two courses to be eligible, Wai‘anae HS offers the PBA in Level 3 or higher courses.

This extra time provides:

• Opportunities to apply advanced skills

• Deeper knowledge in your content area

• A capstone project

• Internship or work-based learning (WBL) opportunities

Early Option: Some Wai‘anae HS students may complete their PBA early by competing in the annual State CTSO competition or a DOE-approved internship/WBL opportunity, but our CTE department recommends completing it in Level 3 for the most thorough preparation and strongest project.