CTE In ActionExploring Career Pathways

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A Closer Look

The CTE Internship program continues to grow and thrive as students gain valuable hands-on experience in career-related positions that help them explore their future pathways. During the second semester, the program expanded to include six additional students. Students are required to work 5-15 hours/week depending on how many class periods they are enrolled in the internship. They must keep up attendance and grade requirements, and be seniors enrolled (or previously enrolled) in three credits of a career/technical education program.
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Career Pathways

Our 7th and 8th grade Career Pathways classes give students hands-on experiences that connect learning to real-world skills and careers. Through engaging activities such as Dutch oven cooking, fishing, archery, woodshop, and concrete projects, students explore a wide range of Career and Technical Education (CTE) fields, including agriculture, family and consumer sciences, industrial technology, and skilled trades. Students build practical skills while learning the importance of safety, teamwork, problem-solving, and responsibility. These experiences encourage students to think critically, try new skills, and discover potential career interests early on. The program also strengthens connections between school, staff, and the community by exposing students to skills and careers that are relevant right here at home. This hands-on approach allows students to see how classroom learning applies beyond school and helps set a strong foundation for future CTE and career pathway opportunities.
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Strengthening Our Community Through Patnerships

We collaborate with organizations to enhance student experiences. Our partnerships include Bright Futures of Chillicothe for family support, Partners in Education connecting local businesses with schools, the PTO for family engagement, and the Chillicothe Educational Foundation promoting classroom excellence.

Comprehensive Education for Every Stage

We have a Pre-K program, an Elementary School (K-5), a Middle School (6-8), a High School, and the Grand River Technical School for vocational training.

Dedicated Staff, Exceptional Education

Our staff has an average of 16 years of teaching experience and 64% hold advanced degrees. We are committed to providing an exceptional educational experience for every student.

Empowering Students: A Balance of Opportunities and Personal Connections

Our district serves 1,704 K-12 students. Our size allows for personal connections, ensuring a supportive educational environment where every student can thrive.

R-II StaffSpotlight

"Melissa Young's outstanding dedication and leadership is instrumental in bringing the Teaching Pathways program to life—through training, grant research, strong collaboration, and meaningful partnerships that will benefit CHS students and surrounding districts."
Melissa Young
"Kim Kieffer is the kind of educator who will pull out all the stops—doing whatever it takes to help kids find success at CHS. She fully embraces her responsibility to support not only the students on her caseload, but also the students in the classrooms where she serve."
Kim Kieffer
"Mary Jane Stephens gives 100% to everything she does at GRTS, and you can see her passion for students in the way she shows up for them each and every day. She has a genuine servant’s heart and a real joy for her work that helps her build strong bonds with students."
Mary Jane Stephens