This month students and faculty in the 18 career and technical education programs at Dothan Tech, Dothan Preparatory Academy and Carver 9th Grade Academy will celebrate Alabama Career and Technical Education (CTE) month during February.
During this celebration, DCS is asking the community to try and learn more about this important skill force and the impact it has on a student’s academic career.
Dr. Keith Bland, Principal at Dothan High School, saying quote, “We want everyone to understand the level of skills students gain in our programs and how we are preparing young people to be productive career professionals and community leaders.”
Right now, 2/3 Alabama high school students are involved in a career and technical education program. This program allows students to explore their career options in various courses, while earning advanced diplomas and credentials, and receive college credit.
Research shows that out of all high school graduates entering the workforce, those with a technical education background earn more than those without this advantage.
To learn more about Alabama CTE Month or how your business can get involved, contact Ryan Richards at [email protected]
List of programs offered by DCS
● Agriscience
● Army JROTC
● Automotive Technology (Dual Enrollment with Wallace Community College)
● Aviation Maintenance (Dual Enrollment with Alabama Aviation College, a division of Enterprise
State Community College)
● Biomedical Science
● Building Construction
● Business
● Cosmetology and Spa Techniques
● Culinary Arts
● Computer Technician (Dual Enrollment with Wallace Community College)
● Education & Training – Early Childhood
● Graphic Arts
● Health Science
● HVAC (Dual Enrollment with Wallace Community College)
● Pre-Engineering
● Television Production
● Welding
● PLTW – Automation and Robotics/Space and Flight (DPA)
ADDITIONAL CTE MONTH ACTIVITIES:
● City of Dothan Proclamation – Tuesday, February 4, at 10 AM at City of Dothan Commission
● Job Shadow Day – Over 80 students will spend a half-day with local businesses on February 2nd to
observe and see how leaders in their potential career field interact and navigate the daily work
responsibilities.
● CTE 10th Graders participate in WOW (Southeast Worlds of Work) to include hands-on, careerdriven experiences in over 10 different industry sectors.
● Career Coach CTE Program Presentation at C9A
● CTE Registration for 2025-2026 School Yea
