Connecticut Technical Education and Career System

The Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS) is a leading organization in Career Technical Education (CTE) located in Middletown, Connecticut. As the largest high school system in Connecticut, CTECS employs 66 staff and generates $2.5 million in annual revenue. CTECS operates 17 technical high schools, one technical education center, and two aviation maintenance programs, serving approximately 11,000 full-time high school students. They offer 31 occupational careers within 11 career clusters as defined by the National Association of Career Technical Education Consortium. In addition to high school students, CTECS also offers programs for adult day students in high-demand fields and aviation. CTECS distinguishes itself through its rigorous, relevant, and result-driven curricula that integrate 21st-century employability skills. The district provides a variety of programs to enhance learning, including college-credited courses, Advanced Placement courses, interscholastic athletics, and SkillsUSA. CTECS prioritizes staying current with industry trends and equips its classrooms with state-of-the-art technology and equipment to create authentic learning environments. For more information, visit cttech.org.