Culinary Arts

March 13, 2016 By Lydia Martin

Culinary Arts means “the art of cooking.” Culinary Arts is much more than simply cooking to those involved in the industry. Those working on an education in Culinary Arts can become chefs at small establishments or large, fine-dining restaurants. If you’re comfortable in the kitchen and enjoy the art of cooking, a career in culinary arts could be right for you. (Fort Pierce Central High School, Fort Pierce Westwood High School, Port St. Lucie High School, St. Lucie West Centennial High, School, Treasure Coast High School)  

CTE- Westwood Academy Students Engaged in Presentation by Epilepsy Florida

October 5, 2020 By LEINITIA ROBINSON

Fort Pierce Westwood students from Dr. Danielle Garcia’s Health Unit Coordinator program, participated in a virtual guest speaker presentation from Epilepsy Florida.  Students were very engaged and were able to apply the presentation content to their current lesson.  Students in Career and Technical Education programs are still connected to industry and business partners!

CTE visits Embry-Riddle for Gaetz Aerospace Leadership Conference

September 16, 2019 By LEINITIA ROBINSON

The Career and Technical Education department traveled to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University to attend the Gaetz Aerospace Institute’s District and School Leadership Conference.  Our very own Professor of Aerospace Technologies at Fort Pierce Central High School, Dr. Bispham, was one of the panelists for the conference.  Dr. Bispham was discussed the growing demand for the sUAS certification, and took students to the next level by working on drone security projects!

CTE Treasure Coast High School Titans Inspire Future Leaders at White City Elementary

February 2, 2026 By NATASHA BANTON

We are thrilled to share that CTE students from Treasure Coast High School recently visited White City Elementary to connect with inquisitive, respectful, and energetic 5th graders for a special Career Day event! In preparation for the visit, students brainstormed different career options, exploring a variety of fields and discussing what interests and skills might lead to exciting futures. Through our ongoing partnership with United Way within White City, Senior Titans shared insights about TCHS academies and opened young minds to the wealth of opportunities ahead. These outstanding seniors spoke professionally, encouraging students to choose careers they are passionate about, … Read More

CTE Teachers Visit Piper Aircraft

February 22, 2019 By Dana Caputo

As part of the Piper Apprenticeship kickoff, Mark Hueter, Engineering Pathways and Technical Design instructor at Lincoln Park Academy and Rafael Ordonez, Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering instructor at Treasure Coast High School, toured Piper Aircraft in Vero Beach. They are pictured here with John Bowman, Senior Manager for Piper Aircraft. Piper Aircraft is a manufacturer of general aviation aircraft.

CTE Teachers Value Time to Collaborate

October 29, 2018 By Lydia Martin

Career Technical Education (CTE) teachers participated in district-wide professional development on Friday October 26th. CTE teachers collaborated on lesson plans and activities to enhance the college and career readiness of students.

CTE Students Tour Keiser University

February 15, 2019 By Lydia Martin

St. Lucie Public Schools Criminal Justice students from Fort Pierce Westwood High School, Fort Pierce Central High School, St. Lucie West Centennial High School, and Treasure Coast High School were invited to Keiser University.  Students were afforded the opportunity to partake in guided tours, hands-on demonstrations, and an informational session on college scholarships and planning.  Thank you Keiser University for providing this experience to our students!

CTE Student Visit Federal Courtroom

February 15, 2019 By Lydia Martin

Students from Fort Pierce Westwood High School, Performance Based Academy, and Treasure Coast High School attended a Civil Discourse and Teen Decision Making session at the Federal Courthouse.  U.S. Magistrate Judge Maynard and U.S. District Court Judge Rosenberg invited the students to this unique opportunity to have a Federal Courtroom tour and simulation of a civil case.  The students enjoyed this special experience!

CTE Student Entrepreneurship Showcase

April 8, 2024 By Dana Caputo

Career and Technical Education (CTE) students from middle and high schools across St. Lucie Public Schools participated in the CTE Student Showcase. The Showcase was all about entrepreneurship, the entrepreneurial mindset, and the resilience needed to be an entrepreneur.  The CTE classroom is a perfect place for teaching these skills since CTE teachers already cover many lessons and projects in entrepreneurship. Across the board, CTE has produced many small business owners in St. Lucie County and across the State of Florida.  Many of the Showcase participants someday want to own a business and be an entrepreneur. Thank you to our … Read More

CTE Programs Expand Opportunities

March 21, 2016 By Lydia Martin

Career and Technical Education Programs expand students’ opportunities for college and career readiness.   As the world gets more and more competitive, it’s imperative that we provide the opportunity for students to continue their education beyond high school and train them in the skills that our businesses need today. Our Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs offer a range of opportunities in everything from engineering technologies to culinary arts to automotive repair to accounting and finance. Take a closer look at the CTE Programs SLPS has to offer. You will like what you see. http://www.stlucie.k12.fl.us/cte/

CTE Month – Opportunities for Career Success

February 2, 2016 By Lydia Martin

CTE Month® is a public awareness campaign ACTE holds each February to celebrate Career and Technical Education and the achievements and accomplishments of CTE programs across the country.  “Opportunities for Career Success” is the theme for this year. https://acteonline.org/ctemonth/#.VrB81ubCBhY    

CTE Month, February 2023

March 20, 2023 By Dana Caputo

Thank you Career and Technical Education Teachers, Coolest Teachers Ever! CTE Month is observed to recognize the accomplishments of students and educators and highlight the collaboration among local leaders, businesses, and industry partners that contribute to the success of CTE programs across Florida.   Florida has nearly 800,000 K-12 CTE students – the highest in the state’s history – more than 380,000 postsecondary CTE students, and over 17,000 registered apprentices.

CTE Medical Program Students Participate in Virtual Employment Sessions

April 25, 2022 By LEINITIA ROBINSON

Career & Technical Education (CTE) Medical program seniors from all over the district participated in various virtual employment sessions. Local industry partners represented the following agencies: Cleveland Clinic (Tradition, Martin, and Indian River), Legacy Private Care of the Treasure Coast, and CareerSource Research Coast. Students attending the sessions were from Allied Health, Health Unit Coordinator, Nursing Assistant, or Pharmacy Technician CTE programs.

CTE High School Nursing Assistant Students Participate in Skills Lab and Tour at IRSC School of Nursing

November 13, 2023 By LEINITIA ROBINSON

CTE high school students from Fort Pierce Central High School, Fort Pierce Westwood Academy, Port St. Lucie High School, and St. Lucie West Centennial High School participated in a School of Nursing Day at Indian River State College.  The high school students are a part of their high school’s Nursing Assistant program at their respective school.  Students participated in a campus tour, simulated wound care lab, IRSC and School of Nursing informational session, and opportunity to view current nursing students in action in the new simulated hospital at the IRSC Pruitt Campus.  Thank you to IRSC’s staff and College of Nursing … Read More

CTE Entrepreneurship Virtual Field Trip

December 14, 2020 By Dana Caputo

Treasure Coast High International Business students host St Lucie West K8 8th graders for virtual field trip. Entrepreneurship is the focus topic since both classes are studying and working on Entrepreneurship Projects. Kudos to Ms. Maggie Choppa at Treasure Coast High and Ms. Jennifer Tremblay at St Lucie West K8 for spearheading this collaboration! Level Up! Woohoo CTE!

CTE Department Inspiring College &Career Readiness at Treasure Coast High School

January 26, 2026 By NATASHA BANTON

Exciting things are happening at Treasure Coast High School, thanks to the dedicated team in our Career and Technical Education (CTE) department! This week, our students experienced firsthand how CTE is paving the way for college and career success. We were honored to welcome guest speakers from the National Guard, who shared valuable insights into future opportunities and ways students can prepare for life after high school. Students in our academies had engaging discussions, learning more about career paths and discovering options they may not have considered before. Meanwhile, our 9th graders in leadership classes had a unique chance to … Read More

CTE Department and Educators Presented at the Florida Career Pathways Network Annual Symposium

January 18, 2022 By LEINITIA ROBINSON

The Career and Technical Education(CTE) department along with Mr. Kevin Fess (Northport K-8), Dr. Richard Lanning (Fort Pierce Central High School and Embry Riddle Aeronautical University), and Mr. Phil Depuy (Treasure Coast High School) presented at the 2022 Florida Career Pathways Network conference. The two presentation topics were Career Pathways Programs: From Application to Revamping Program (Application, Planning, Learning) and Virtual Field Trips: A COVID Lesson.

CTE Celebrates Business Partners

June 4, 2018 By Lydia Martin

Career and Technical educators from the district were provided the opportunity to partake in two ribbon cutting events hosted by the St. Lucie County Board of County Commissioners.  The celebrations included opening for the south county Drug Lab and the Heath Clinic on Lyngate Drive, Port St. Lucie.  This event was celebrated on May 22, 2018 alongside City and County Commissioners, Clerk of the Court, St. Lucie County Sheriff, and City of Port St. Lucie’s administrators.

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