ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Buncombe County Schools is highlighting career and technical education (CTE) opportunities as students explore pathways in fields ranging from welding to agriculture.
High school students can choose from programs such as automotive technology, woodworking, agriculture, horticulture, and welding, while middle school students participate in career exploration activities, which encourages them to consider high school classes that align with their interests.
On Friday, buses of students from Buncombe County and Asheville City schools visited Eaton Corporation in Arden for “Manufacturing Day.” Students rotated through STEM activities before touring the facility, learning about energy-efficient products and sustainable business practices from the global power management company.
Michele Smith, director of CTE for Buncombe County Schools, said the district works closely with students to match interests and assessments with course offerings. “We start intentionally with eighth graders, guiding them through career exploration and development plans, so they can choose high school courses that align with their goals,” she said…