The Godley ISD career and technical education program was in the spotlight at the Godley Chamber of Commerce luncheon on December 7, 2023, at Chisholms Restaurant.

CTE director Nikki Nix updated chamber members on the progress of the district’s program and student offerings.  Godley High School currently offers classes in nine of 14 career clusters adopted by the Texas Education Agency:

• Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

• Arts, AV Technology & Communications

• Business, Marketing & Finance

• Education & Training

• Health Science

• Human Services

• Information Technology

• Transportation, Distribution & Logistics

There are numerous programs of study within each cluster, and many include capstone experiences such as student-led enterprises, certifications and internships.  In addition, students may participate in a variety of student organizations such as Godley FFA, Godley Squadron (drone), HOSA-Future Health Professionals, Robotics Team and TAFE (Texas Association of Future Educators).

Nix also provided an update on The WILD, the new four-story CTE center just north of the high school and football field.  The facility is set to open sometime in 2024.  Potential future programming includes architecture, culinary arts and eSports.

The district continues to invite business people and community leaders to help with the CTE program by serving as a mentor, subject matter expert, guest speaker, mock interviewer and in other ways to support students.  This will help grow the next generation of leaders and help Godley as the community grows and needs more highly-trained professionals.

Additional information about the CTE program is available on the district website at www.godleyisd.net/cte.