Godley ISD school board trustees adopted a resolution proclaiming February as Career and Technical Education Month at the regular monthly meeting on February 13, 2023.

The resolution reaffirmed the school district’s commitment to CTE programs that offer students the opportunity to gain academic, technical and employability skills necessary for true career readiness.

CTE students participate in authentic, meaningful experiences that improve the quality of their education and increase their engagement and achievement. The program provides students with career exploration opportunities earlier in their educational experience, which enables them to make informed and beneficial decisions about their academic coursework and pursue established programs of study and career pathways

According to CTE director Nikki Nix, the GISD program connects students to careers and post-secondary education, providing real-world experience and preparing students for the workforce. Godley High School currently offers classes in eight 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

• Information Technology

• Manufacturing

• Transportation, Distribution & Logistics

There are numerous programs of study within each cluster.  In addition, students may participate in a variety of student organizations such as Godley FFA, DECA, and HOSA.

As the school district continues construction on a four-story CTE center just north of the high school and football field, Nix plans ongoing development of age-appropriate programs for elementary and middle school students, capstone experiences that include student-led enterprises as well as internships, and certifications.