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STUFFMadeInCT.com | Fall 202 0 • STUFF 11 The Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS) understands the urgency to build a skilled manufacturing workforce; we actively partner with business and industry — companies like yours — to make that happen. Students experience project-based learning aligned to Connecticut's manufacturing needs and learn relevant skills from a curriculum that's driven by industry input. The CTECS goal is to ensure that our students are properly equipped with skills to be successful in a 21st century economy to support the labor needs of Connecticut industry. Want to get your company involved? Each technical high school has long-standing partnerships through Career Technical Education Advisory Committees, or CTEACs. CTEACs are comprised of businesses, industry leaders, school administrators and teachers. These committees ensure that CTECS is meeting and exceeding current industry standards in our program curricula, facilities, technology, occupational outlook, employability skills and workplace credentials. We rely on up- to-date industry input to ensure we are meeting our mission of preparing students for the world of work. In our Work-Based Learning (WBL) program, local employers like you can hire juniors and seniors, providing them with real-world work experience. WBL connects employers with highly motivated, experienced, responsible student workers who can contribute up to 21 hours a week to your company, — unlimited hours in Semester 2 of their senior year. One of the more significant advantages of hiring a student for your company? The opportunity to develop future talent — with greater advancement potential — with extensive experience built right in. Employers: Make Connections Here "I had the opportunity to graduate, work in the manufacturing trade and buy my first home — all by 20 years old. This was all made possible by Connecticut's technical high schools. Now I have come full circle and have had the opportunity to not only instruct my students, but also place them in high- paying manufacturing careers where they can become successful and financially independent. In today's industry, the career opportunities are endless. Our school system is the perfect place to train and educate today's students and connect them with industry partners." – Steven Orloski, Teacher, Precision Machining Technology CTECS programs reflect what skills are in demand: • Automated Manufacturing Technology • Mechanical Design and Engineering Technology • Mechatronics • Precision Machining Technology • Welding and Metal Fabrication "How much do you want to invest in yourself? When you come to a tech school, you do everything that a typical high school student has to accomplish and you also need to learn a trade. There are so many options. I'm building my career now — at 18 years old. Doors open up when you go to a tech school." – Jason G., Manufacturing Student Manufacturing Programs Learn more at cttech.org/manufacturing.