As the 2025-26 school year gets underway, junior high counselors in Gilbert Public Schools are learning about programs their students may pursue in high school.

Counselors from Desert Ridge, Greenfield, Highland, Mesquite, South Valley, and GPS Global Academy toured several career and technical education, or CTE, programs at Gilbert High School in August to see how the classes combine academics with hands-on skills.

Career and technical education allows students to explore career fields, earn industry certifications, participate in industry tours, and earn college credit while completing their high school diploma.

“When our junior high counselors know the opportunities available in CTE, they can help students connect their passions to possible careers, earn college credit and industry-r

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