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CTE educators and students reviewing FY26 Perkins strategy in a lab-classroom setting

Congress Holds Core Perkins Funding Steady in FY26: A Strategy Window for CTE Leaders

Why this federal budget vote matters more than the headline suggests When Congress finalizes a federal education budget, the first public question is usually simple: did funding go up, go…

Bob Young March 16, 2026

Students in a telecom lab practicing fiber splicing and cable testing with instructor support

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Laredo College launches Fiber Optic Technician training to build South Texas telecom workforce

Why this launch matters right now for regional economies When people hear “broadband expansion,” they usually think about maps, grants, and internet speeds. The less visible part is the workforce…

Bob Young March 15, 2026

Students in a CTE classroom across healthcare, manufacturing, and IT pathways

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Rising Demand for Career Education Prompts College Board to Expand Its Footprint

Why this move matters now for districts under pressure to prove outcomes For years, families were told the same formula: take rigorous academics, apply to college, and economic mobility follows.…

Bob Young March 14, 2026

CTE classroom scene with teacher and students in healthcare, technology, and skilled trades settings

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Setting the Tone for CTE: House Hearing Highlights Apprenticeships, Awareness, and Small-Business Workforce Strain

House leaders examined Career and Technical Education, apprenticeships, and small-business workforce strain. This analysis highlights practical implications for schools, employers, and policymakers.

Bob Young March 13, 2026