CTE Success Story: Burlington County Institute of Technology culinary arts teacher returns to alma mater to inspire next generation

by Allyson Roberts | Mar 3, 2025 | Career and Technical Education, Career Programs, Featured News, Schools

Jocelyn Hernandez discovered her passion for being in the kitchen at a young age, but studying in the Culinary Arts program at Burlington County Institute of Technology (BCIT) stirred up the possibility of turning her love into a career. After an exciting few years...

​​CTE Success Story: Hunterdon Polytech Alumnus Garret Delbeni credits Graphic Design program for preparing him – and his work – to get noticed

by Allyson Roberts | Feb 28, 2025 | Career and Technical Education, Career Programs, Featured News, Schools, Student Achievements

If a vacation is in your future, you may choose your lodging largely because Hunterdon County Polytech alumnus Garret Delbeni made it stand out. A 2019 graduate of Polytech’s Graphic Design program, Delbeni has quickly proven himself both professionally and...

CTE Success Story: Dancer and Communications Professional says Morris County Vocational School District presented creative opportunities paired with strong academics that set her up for success

by Allyson Roberts | Feb 27, 2025 | Career and Technical Education, Career Programs, Featured News, Schools

Kaitlyn Esposito has found success in both communications and dance, and she credits her education at Morris County Vocational School District (MCVSD) for empowering her with the skills and confidence to move forward in both fields. Esposito, of Pompton Plains, is an...

CTE Success Story: Sussex County Technical School graduate says Architectural Technology program developed his interests, resume and connections

by Allyson Roberts | Feb 27, 2025 | Career and Technical Education, Career Programs, Featured News, Schools

Victor Leal, of Hopatcong, already had an interest in architecture before enrolling in the Architectural Technology program at Sussex County Technical School (SCTS), but these classes further developed his passion for the career and provided him with the knowledge and...

CTE Success Story: Dedicated nurse says enrolling at Atlantic County Institute of Technology showed her a path toward career fulfillment

by Allyson Roberts | Feb 25, 2025 | Career and Technical Education, Career Programs, Featured News, Schools

Atlantic County Institute of Technology (ACIT) has a special place in Andrea Rizzotte’s heart. A 2009 graduate of the school’s Medical Assisting program and a 2014 graduate of the Licensed Practical Nursing program, Rizzotte considers ACIT as an important...

Career Classroom: Graduates of N.J.’s county vocational-technical schools are owning their futures (ROI-NJ)

by Allyson Roberts | Feb 25, 2025 | Career and Technical Education, Career Programs, Featured News, Schools

The theme of this year’s Career and Technical Education month, “Celebrate Today. Own Tomorrow,” aims to highlight the impact of career-focused programs on students, communities and industries. The theme is more of a call to action among New Jersey’s county...