Bill > SR25

This resolution designates February 2025 as "Career and Technical Education Month" in Pennsylvania, highlighting the significant role and value of career and technical education (CTE) in the state. The resolution acknowledges that approximately 68,576 students, representing 12% of 9th through 12th grade students in Pennsylvania, are currently enrolled in CTE programs at career and technical centers and high schools. It emphasizes that these programs serve critical needs by delivering training that meets national skill standards, offers recognized credentials, and provides students with meaningful opportunities to remain competitive in a global economy. The resolution underscores the importance of CTE in providing affordable and accessible education that creates reliable pathways to employment in high-demand fields with family-sustaining wages, ultimately benefiting all residents of the Commonwealth by connecting students with valuable skills and career opportunities.

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https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2025&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=25