Estacada SD 108 official outlines CTE expansion, invites community to May 8 showcase

An agency official for Estacada SD 108 said the district is expanding its career and technical education (CTE) offerings and will host a CTE night on May 8 to showcase current programs and a newly planned forestry pathway.

The official said the district’s priority is to make sure “cada estudiante salga de la preparatoria con un sentido claro de dirección y las habilidades para seguir ese camino” ("every student leaves high school with a clear sense of direction and the skills to pursue it"). The speaker described CTE as "una parte fundamental" of that strategy, emphasizing hands-on learning that connects students to high-demand, well-paid careers.

District officials listed existing pathways at the high school — electrical systems, manufacturing, agriculture and automotive — and said these programs give students practical experience with industry-relevant tools. The speaker announced the district is developing a fifth pathway in forestry, calling it responsive to community interests and local natural resources.

The May 8 CTE night was presented as an opportunity for current and prospective students’ families to learn about available programs and post-graduation options, and for community members and local employers to see the district’s investment and meet potential future employees. The official invited the public to attend, but the transcript did not specify the event’s time or exact location.

The district said it is continuing to refine and grow these pathways to create “oportunidades significativas para los estudiantes,” though no specific enrollment numbers, budget figures, or implementation timelines were provided in the announcement. The speaker closed by reiterating the invitation and expressing pride in the work under way.

The district did not provide the speaker’s name during the announcement; the remarks were delivered on behalf of the school district.