CTE Community - Copper Country Intermediate School District

“I talk to businesses all around the area, and I always ask them what the biggest challenge they face is. The most common answer is ‘Finding employees with the skill set that I need.’ And they aren’t looking for someone with a 4 year degree, they want an employee with technical skills that can be…

“Comprehensive CTE opportunities benefit not only students but industries that rely on skilled trades. CCISD’s programs should be expanded to level the playing field for education and economic growth across the Western U.P.”

“I appreciate the opportunities the CTE program gives to my students. Not all of our graduates are college bound students. CTE gives them the actual career training they need to be successful in the work force.”

“CTE programs provide the best-trained labor forces, because they respond to local needs and are an investment that stays local ; more importantly, they have made a real difference in the lives of students.”

Testimonial Category: CTE Community

Brian Donnelly

Jerald (Jerry) Wuorenmaa

Tim Marczak

Kip Beaudoin