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Career and Technical Education

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Minneapolis Public Schools Career & Technical Education (CTE) empowers students from kindergarten through high school to connect academics with real-world learning. Through hands-on courses, career exploration, and program options, students gain practical skills, industry-recognized credentials, and college credit opportunities that prepare them for success in high-demand careers and postsecondary education. With experiences ranging from financial literacy and entrepreneurship in the early grades to internships, certifications, and Tech Center courses in grades 10–12, CTE provides every learner with a balanced, engaging, and future-focused education

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High School resources, Image reads Career and Technical Education grades 9 through 12
CTE Course Finder, Image shows Take the Quiz
Staff Directory, Image shows MPS staff work badge
Elementary and Middle School, Image reads Career Connections grades K through 8
Student and Family, Resources

Voices of CTE

Yamilet shares about how vital it is to advance representation in the healthcare industry. 
 

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Success in the New Economy

Learn more about the problems students today face when considering their future education and careers.

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