CTE Success Story: Professional dancer’s education at Union County Vocational-Technical Schools was pivotal to her worldwide career success

by Allyson Roberts | Feb 21, 2025 | Career and Technical Education, Career Programs, Featured News, Schools, Student Achievements

Devin Loh was “on pointe” when she decided to study dance at Union County Vocational-Technical Schools’ (UCVTS) Academy of Performing Arts. The Fanwood native knew she loved dance, but her education at UCVTS gave her the training, resources and guidance to prepare her...

CTE Success Story: Graduates from Mercer County Technical Schools operate successful auto body business together

by Allyson Roberts | Feb 20, 2025 | Career and Technical Education, Career Programs, Featured News, Schools

Career success and wedded bliss were in the future for Angel and Ashley Bodon, who met while attending Mercer County Technical Schools (MCTS). Both 2004 MCTS graduates, Ashley studied in the Cosmetology program while Angel attended the Autobody Collision and Repair...

CTE Success Story: Cape May County Technical School graduate credits his hands-on education for preparing him to succeed in the workforce

by Allyson Roberts | Feb 19, 2025 | Career and Technical Education, Career Programs, Featured News, Schools

Vincent Travascio enjoys working in Building Automation, a specialty within the Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) field. Employed by Trane Heating & Air Conditioning, he applies his skills at different job sites, including his alma mater, Cape May...

CTE Success Story: Cumberland County Technical Education Center gives Construction Trades graduate the tools to build a successful carpentry career

by Allyson Roberts | Feb 18, 2025 | Career and Technical Education, Career Programs, Featured News, Schools, Student Achievements

At 18 years old, Cody Smith accomplished his first career goal – to be accepted into the Union Brotherhood of Carpenters, Local 255, and pursue an apprenticeship. Now he is fully engaged and enjoying the apprenticeship. He credits his education at Cumberland County...

CTE Success Story: Professional dancer who performs worldwide gained career confidence first on the stage at Gloucester County Institute of Technology

by Allyson Roberts | Feb 14, 2025 | Career and Technical Education, Career Programs, Featured News, Schools

Caitlyn Casson is a yoga teacher, professional dancer, certified functional strength coach and a positive psychology facilitator living in New York City. She loves her work and has a passion for mindfulness and movement. On her path to discovering career happiness,...