Cultivating Career Success

Career technical education provides real-world career experiences for West Virginia public school students.
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By the Numbers

Statewide participation in career technical education (CTE) programming continues to increase every school year. 

  • 406
    Schools offering CTE programming.
  • 1,904
    CTE teachers.
  • 89,063
    Students participating in CTE programs statewide.
  • $5.6mil+
    Money earned by students in apprenticeship programs.
  • 387,501
    Hours logged by students working in on-the-job apprenticeships.
  • 1,460
    Community partners working with community apprenticeship programs.

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Professional Praise

Students participating in the 2025 Culineering Challenge received recognition from the cast of Netflix®'s Baking Impossible—professional bakers and engineers—praising their ability to accomplish extraordinary feats at such a young age while demonstrating professionalism and excellent teamwork. 

Learning Pathways

Students in middle school and high school have access to learning opportunities that prepare them for the career field.

Career Tech WV

Learn more about the hands-on training students get through career technical education.

Middle School Pathways

Middle school programming helps students make informed decisions about career paths before they enter high school.

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Culineering Challenge

The annual Culineering Challenge exposes students to an intense, hands-on competition that combines culinary, engineering, and marketing skills. The 2025 competition tasked students with building a functional putt-putt golf hole featuring edible designs and a custom-made putter.

Read 2025 Culineering Challenge Winner Press Release

Contact Us

Questions about CTE programming? Contact Career Technical Education Director Adam Canter.

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Adam Canter

Director
Phone Number: +13045582389
ccanter@k12.wv.us
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