This week, I recognized Career and Technical Education Month, which takes place in February. I also discussed how these programs have proven effective to ensure that America can continue to be the world's leading innovator. Below are several passages of the remarks, delivered yesterday on the House floor. You can also click here to view the full video.
"Mr. Speaker, I rise today as co-chair of the bipartisan House Career and Technical Education Caucus, in order to recognize February as National Career and Technical Education Month. Career and Technical Education programs continue to evolve in order to ensure that workers are prepared to hold jobs in high wage, high skill and high demand career fields like engineering, information technology, healthcare and advanced manufacturing for the 21st Century...
During this time of economic uncertainty and record high unemployment, Career and Technical Education Programs provide a life line for the under employed who look to begin new careers along side of those young adults just starting out in the rapidly evolving job market. Career and Technical Education, while historically under valued, helps tackle critical work force shortages and provides an opportunity for America to remain globally competitive, while also engaging students in practical, real world applications of academics, coupled with hands on work experiences..."
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