by Allyson Roberts | Jun 11, 2026 | Career and Technical Education, Career Programs, Featured News, Schools, Student Achievements
From classroom to cockpit, Atlantic County Institute of Technology’s (ACIT) Aviation Studies program is launching junior student Andrew Merlock into the prestigious Air Force Junior ROTC (AFJROTC) Flight Academy. Merlock will continue to train for and earn his private...
by Allyson Roberts | May 27, 2026 | Career and Technical Education, Career Programs, Featured News, Schools
The Atlantic County Institute of Technology (ACIT) celebrated the opening of its 130,000-square-foot Career & Technical Education (CTE) Building, a $53.5 million investment that expands opportunity for 450 more students each year and strengthens Atlantic County’s...
by Allyson Roberts | Apr 28, 2026 | Career and Technical Education, Career Programs, Featured News, Schools
New Jersey middle schoolers can get a jumpstart on their futures this summer. Throughout the state, county vocational-technical schools offer engaging summer camps that encourage youth to begin exploring career options. Such camps offer age-appropriate and meaningful...
by Allyson Roberts | Feb 19, 2026 | Career and Technical Education, Career Programs, Featured News, Schools
Eric Ortiz spent his high school years in the Auto Technology program at Newark Tech, part of Essex County Schools of Technology, soaking up every bit of hands-on instruction and mentorship offered. He developed the technical skills and work ethic needed to enter the...
by Allyson Roberts | Jan 12, 2026 | Career and Technical Education, Career Programs, Featured News, Schools, Uncategorized
By Jackie Burke, executive director of the New Jersey Council of County Vocational-Technical Schools. Collaboration. Partnership. Bipartisanship. These are ideals for a reason: they fuel progress. Look to New Jersey’s delivery of career education to see these ideals...
