CTE Blast
January 23, 2026
Application deadline has been extended to January 25, 2026-Apply today
This one-of-a-kind opportunity is open to high school juniors and seniors.
The Boeing South Carolina (BSC) Student Development Program allows current high school students and recent graduates to gain manufacturing experience through a paid, onsite, hands-on training experience.
Available programs:
- High School Mechanical Assembly (1st shift) - must be age 17+ graduating high school in either 2026 or 2027
- High School Electrical Installation (1st shift) - must be age 17+ graduating high school in either 2026 or 2027
- High School Paint (1st shift) - must be age 17+ graduating high school in either 2026 or 2027
- College Mechanical Assembly (2nd shift, short course) - must be age 18+, enrolled in a Community or Technical College
- Alumni Program - age 18+ and have participated in a Manufacturing SDP in a prior year
Once the application is submitted, contact:
Dr. Kathi Love
Children and Family Services Coordinator
Mayor’s Office of North Charleston
2500 City Hall Lane,
North Charleston, S.C. 29406
843-740-5824 Office
843-607-9125 Cell
Learn more about youth apprenticeships!
Youth Apprentices receive paid, on-the-job training along with related classroom instruction at Trident Technical College.
Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026
Doors open at 8:30 a.m.
Presentations begin at
9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
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Trident Technical College,
Thornley Campus, Building 920,
7000 Rivers Ave.,
North Charleston, SC 29406
Event Information
If you are interested in highlighting the work that is taking place in your CTE programs, please complete the SC YOUTH SKILLED TRADES SUMMIT EXHIBITION APPLICATION- https://forms.gle/HzFNWTTpC1LQPsqD6
If you want to nominate a community leader, CTE Innovator, or Business and Industry Trailblazer-please complete the Youth Skilled Trades Awards Application Link https://forms.gle/GG8Hfpt7CxGpQMYs9
SC STEM Signing Day-April 29, 2026
If you are a high school senior on your way to a college, university, credential program, or technical school to pursue a STEM career, this opportunity is for you!
Application Deadline: February 27, 2026
Event Date: April 29, 2026
Location: USC Alumni Center
CTE Summer Camp Interest Survey Due March 16, 2026
This form is intended for Career and Technical Education (CTE) teachers and career specialists interested in offering a Perkins V-aligned Career Camp. Click here
CTE ESSENTIAL LINKS
January is Certification Prep Time ✅
I am blocking off time to meet with CTE Educators to discuss the following:
- Preparing a Certification Plan for a program of study/course for the second semester.
- Submitting a certification application
- Identifying curriculum, lesson plan, and preparing pacing guides
Schedule an APPOINTMENT TODAY
CTE Teacher--Please READ 💰
Act 29 of 2025–26, the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) is authorized to award experience credit for eligible non-teaching occupational experience directly related to the certification content area for which an educator qualifies. The State Board of Education approved implementation guidelines on November 4, 2025.
Review the website-CLICK HERE
If you have questions or need help with this process, please email tralice_crawford@charlestoncountyschools.gov or email certification@ed.sc.gov.
How can a student be identified as Career Ready?
How can a student be identified as Career Ready?
- The student is a CTE completer and earns a national industry credential or a state industry credential in their cluster area of study
- Earns a Level 3 Credential or above on the WIN SC Career Ready Test (SCRT).
- Earns a scale score of 31 or higher on the ASVAB.
- Successfully completes a 40+ hour Work-based Learning experience with a signed Training Agreement and a Supervisor Evaluation, which is aligned with their IGP and one of their high school courses.
- Is a student with a disability who successfully completes the South Carolina High School Employability Credential
Sourced from 25/26 Accountability Manual
Certifications
Cert ID: #A30
This certification is FREE and has a curriculum(12 digital lessons, 20 min each) to prepare students for the certification. The certification is worth 1 point for 9th & 10 grade students.
This comprehensive course, designed by educators with real classroom experience, transforms complex financial concepts into engaging, interactive lessons that build confidence in money management.
Microburst Learning Certification Request-Second Semester
If you did not submit a request in the Fall and need to implement the Microburst EmployAbility Soft Skills certification program in the Spring, please fill out the request form (click here).
Note that there is a cost for both teacher and student licenses.
Career and Life Essentials Certification #427
Career and Life Essentials is a Universal Certification -1 Point for all students
Course Syllabus and Program Overview
Contact: Katie Huffstetler
National Director of Programs
Soft Skills AHA
katie@softskillsaha.com
843 290 2626
Certification Option -TOSA
If you are still searching for a certification option for your students--check out TOSA Certifications
TOSA offers a FIVE-Step process for students: Skill Framework, Pre-Test, Courseware, Post-Test, and Certification.
There are Career-Ready Certifications for 9GR3 and Level 2 Certifications for 9GR25/26.
Tosa Desktop, Tosa Graphics, and Tosa Digital
If you want to learn more, email David --david.trudeau-hamidi@isograd.com or tralice_crawford@charlestoncountyschools.gov.
Lowcountry Aerospace Academy
LCAA Inspirational Flight Training Camps
LIFT Camps are designed to introduce students to the world of aviation and then provide them with the resources and connections needed to pursue an aviation career after high school.
Complete the Camp Application TODAY!
- LCAA serves Charleston County students between the ages of 15 to 19.
- Students who attend a LIFT Camp may be eligible for a $2,500 flight training scholarship.
- LIFT Camps are held at Berkeley County Airport (616 Whitesville Rd, Moncks Corner, SC 29461).
📆 Professional Development Opportunities
Event Information
CodeHS is an interactive online learning platform offering computer science and programming instruction.
This meeting is a Q & A Session(curriculum, professional development, and certifications) for teachers currently using the platform and for those interested in using it this year.
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
THE CITADEL STEM CENTER 💥
Teacher Professional Development
Need to attend a training or conference?
STEP 1: Complete the Request to Attend form(updated link) and submit the request to the CTE Professional Development Request link.
STEP 2: Attach documentation
Step 3: Once the RTA and funding has been APPROVED-You will receive an email.
If you have questions, please email: tralice_crawford@charleston.k12.sc.us or terri_lockerby@charleston.k12.sc.us
DIRECT Teacher Training Information
What is DIRECT?
Developing Instructional Readiness for Educators of Career and Technical Education, also known as DIRECT, addresses the needs of a new Career and Technical Education (CTE) teacher and is coordinated by the South Carolina Department of Education, Office of Career and Technical Education.
- Don't forget to submit your RTA to attend DIRECT Training- Request to Attend form(updated link) and submit the request to the CTE Professional Development Request link.
- DIRECT Training Dates-Cohort-Link
- Don't forget to register for the DIRECT Cohort-Link
For any questions regarding the DIRECT training, please reach out to ctecertification@ed.sc.gov.
WIN Ready to Work Testing -Required
Reminder: All teachers in the DIRECT program should arrange to take the WIN Ready to Work Assessment by June 30 of the first year of certification.
The CCSD Office of Adult Education can help you schedule the WIN Assessment by completing the APPOINTMENT REQUEST FORM.
🗣 Instructional Resources✍🏽
Digital Textbooks in CANVAS
The Department of Teaching & Learning
Here you will find the curriculum guides and resources, professional learning information, professional resources, and websites for teachers, and contact information for the Department of Teaching & Learning.