CTE Success Story: Auto repair business owner Jerry McNee was driven to succeed by Middlesex County Magnet Schools education

by Allyson Roberts | Feb 7, 2024 | Career and Technical Education, Career Programs, Featured News, Schools, Student Achievements

Jerry McNee’s business, Ultimate Collision Repair in Edison, has about 100 vehicles ranging from family compacts to high-end collector cars awaiting repairs. Recently, a Maserati and Lotus were on the floor, while a $800,000 electric Ferrari was parked out front,...

CTE Success Story: Bergen County Technical Schools Alumnus Billy Torres enjoys building apps with worldwide impact

by Allyson Roberts | Feb 5, 2024 | Career and Technical Education, Career Programs, Featured News, Schools, Student Achievements

Software Engineer Billy Torres, of Garfield, delights in building applications that bring value and joy to millions of people worldwide. He has worked for several companies, including Google, Airbnb and TikTok, and is now embracing his latest challenge at Citadel....

CTE Success Story: Chef Joesph Zazzarino’s perfect recipe for career success began at Monmouth County Vocational School District

by Allyson Roberts | Feb 1, 2024 | Career and Technical Education, Career Programs, Featured News, Schools, Student Achievements

With equal parts of hard work and a great education, and a heaping spoonful of determination, Joseph Zazzarino has discovered the perfect recipe for success. Over the last 25 years, Zazzarino’s passion for the restaurant industry has led him to work as a kitchen...

Sheriff’s Department motor pool recognized as Passaic County Technical-Vocational Schools’ 2023 Business Partner of the Year

by Allyson Roberts | Dec 13, 2023 | Career and Technical Education, Career Programs, Employer Engagement, Featured News, Schools, Student Achievements

Building long-lasting, meaningful partnerships with the community is a priority for Passaic County Technical-Vocational Schools (PCTVS) and the Passaic County Sheriff’s Department, so it is no surprise the two have been working together for more than 25 years. The...

Christopher Gioffre of Ray Catena Auto Group recognized for support of Middlesex County’s Automotive Technology students

by Allyson Roberts | Dec 6, 2023 | Career Programs, Employer Engagement, Featured News, Schools, Student Achievements

Christopher Gioffre, service director at Ray Catena Auto Group, has been integral in hiring Automotive Technology students from Middlesex County Magnet Schools for work-based learning. He has helped provide students with valuable experiences working on luxury vehicles...

Career Classroom: Looking to grow? Invest in young talent through work-based learning (ROI-NJ)

by Allyson Roberts | Dec 4, 2023 | Career and Technical Education, Career Programs, Employer Engagement, Featured News, Schools, Student Achievements

As alumni of the county vocational-technical schools where they are now employed, David Nash and Anthony Bermudez are uniquely suited for their roles as work-based learning coordinators. Their enthusiasm is fueled by their understanding of the benefits to both...