Connections Magazine

We want to feature your CTE students, teachers and graduates in the upcoming edition of Connections! Click the link below to help give a deserving learner or educator their time in the spotlight and join our Connections email list. conta.cc/32CfZyC

Thank you @Clarkphoto -Mandy Clark for allowing our Digital Media students into your studio for job shadow. We are so grateful for community partners who provide our students with meaningful, real-world experiences. 📸 #CTE #tpsd #DigitalMedia #CommunityPartner

CTE Courses Build Necessary Skills for Today's 21st Century Student (by Kimberly Poe) —Not every student goes to college, and that’s okay! CTE programs afford our students real-world problem-solving opportunities they might not get at school otherwise. tinyurl.com/3reareme

New $2M fund launched to support apprentices with financial aid, thanks to Google.org! msapprenticeship.works/obs-for-the-fu…

Q: How do I find available apprenticeship opportunities in my area? A: You can find available apprenticeship opportunities by visiting the MAP website and connecting with our industry partners or team for personalized guidance. msapprenticeship.works #QandAWednesday

Reminiscing on National FFA Week🫶

🎓👏It's graduation season, and the Mississippi Department of Education congratulates all 2025 graduates for accomplishing this major life achievement! Whether your next step is college or career, MDE wishes you continued success. Congratulations! 👏 #MsEdu

We can't say it enough - THANK YOU! 💜 To the educators who inspire, encourage, and shape futures: your impact is endless, and your dedication doesn’t go unnoticed. #nths #cte #teacherappreciation #thankyou

CTE 2025 Awards Ceremony!🏆🏅 These students have exemplified excellence in completion of their CTE Program, at club competition, Student of the Month, and passing of their industry certifications.💛💙 Congratulations to everyone!🎉🎉#studentrecognition #tpsd #CTEMatters

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! We are grateful for the teachers who inspire, guide, and make a difference every day. 💙🙌 #TeacherAppreciationWeek #FFA

Alicia Thornton, ICC’s Surgical Technology Program Director, visited with Health Science 1 and Exploring Careers. She discussed the occupation, educational pathway, and specific thoracic surgeries. #communitypartner #CTE #tpsd

…and They’re Off! DECA Nationals 2025! ORLANDO here WE Come! Bring home that Hardware! #DECA #CTE #TPSD

Engineering students show off their Capstone Projects to Advisory Committee members. #communitypartners #businessandindustry #CTE #tpsd

📢 Elevate Student Engagement! 🎓 Earn Professional Credits! Earn up to 1.4 CEU credits, 10 SEMI credits, and/or 1 OSL credit upon MDE approval. 📝 Registration Closes: June 6, 2025 tinyurl.com/HEClassroom2025 @MissDeptEd @mssupts @ms_educators @MSBAonline

The @CTEResNetwork 2025 #CTE Research Training Institute offers five days of intensive training to prepare the next generation of CTE researchers! Researchers with quantitative experience and a passion for CTE are encouraged to apply. #IESFunded bit.ly/41VkfoL

CONGRATULATIONS Skills USA! Breakdown of our WINNERS coming soon. So Proud of Each of you! #SKILLSUSA #CTE #TPSD 🥇 💙💛

Congrats!

The Mississippi State Board of Education has approved plans for three high schools - Meridian High School, Richland High School and Pontotoc High School – to become Schools of Innovation for the 2025-26 school year. Get details at bit.ly/4iZPVza. #MsEdu

Congratulations to our Construction Pathway and Welding Pathway Students who have officially received their NCCER Certification that is recognized Nationally! Job Well Done! #STEMACADEMY #CTEWORKS #CERTIFICATIONS #CTE #TPSD

⚓MS ACTE 2025 Registration is OPEN!!⚓The conference is July 14 to 16 in Biloxi. Register by May 31, to get the $150 early bird rate. June 1, the registration fee is $175; after July 6 it’s $200 & only available on-site. Register: rcu.gosignmeup.com/public/Course/…  @MissDeptEd @MSSupts

🚀 AiM UP & MAC CTE Training Workshop 🔧🤖 CTE Instructors & Career Coaches – Enhance your skills with hands-on training in advanced manufacturing & composites! 📩 Questions? Email: workforce@aci.msstate.edu 🔗 Register now: rcu.gosignmeup.com/public/Course/…