Jim's Corner

Jim Stone, Director of the NRCCTE at the University of Louisville, regularly posts his reflections on the latest news from the field here in his Jim’s Corner blog. Jim’s wide-ranging commentaries on CTE-related issues have addressed such topics as national and international CTE practices, workforce development, the labor market and changing global economy, the role and impact of technology, and the perils and pitfalls of the “college for all” approach to education.

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Stackable credentials: A framework for career pathways?

As many of you know, the transition from high school to and through postsecondary education is anything but smooth for a majority of our young people.

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How much math do students really need? Industry weighs in.

We continue to be enamored of the idea that all students should take three or four years of math in high school to be college and career ready.

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Home health aides: The fastest-growing job pays poorly.

I'm sure we've all heard the phrase "high-skill, high-wage, high-demand" in the context of thinking about where we should focus CTE resources. One of the clear challenges in this thinking is reality - something many of us prefer to avoid sometimes.

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CTE Month CTSO stories from FCCLA, FFA, and others

At the NRCCTE, every month is CTE month, but this one has been truly special. Thank you to all of you-- and there were many, many of you!-- who reached out to share stories about the ways in which your CTSOs have changed lives and communities for the better.

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More CTSO stories from FFA, DECA, and FEA

My inbox is bursting with your stories about the incredibly inspiring young people, advisors, teachers, and business partners participating in your CTSOs and the innovative projects and partnerships they're helping to advance in your communities.

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