Rome City Schools: Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE)
The Rome City Schools district is committed to providing students with a well-rounded education that prepares them for success in college, careers, and beyond. Our district-wide CTAE (Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education) program offers a variety of pathways that allow students to explore their interests, develop valuable skills, and gain real-world experience.
What is CTAE?
CTAE is a state-funded program that provides students with opportunities to learn about different career fields and prepare for high-wage, high-demand jobs. CTAE programs are rigorous and integrate academic standards with technical skills, giving students a competitive edge in the workforce.
Our District-Wide Program
Our district-wide CTAE program offers a variety of courses and programs at all grade levels, starting in elementary school and continuing through high school. These programs introduce students to different career clusters and help them develop essential skills such as:
Communication
Collaboration
Critical thinking
Problem-solving
Technology
The Rome City Schools College and Career Academy
The Rome City Schools College and Career Academy is housed in a 165,000-square-foot building with 21 classrooms. Our facilities also include a meeting room, a multipurpose area (Black Box), a school store (Wolf Den), a Floyd Medical Clinic, and a student center. We also have a food pantry and clothing boutique for our students, as well as extracurricular facilities to support our students' interests and hobbies.
High School and Middle School Pathways
At both the high school level and middle school, students can choose from a variety of CTAE pathways, each focusing on a specific career cluster. These pathways provide students with in-depth learning experiences and prepare them for college or directly entering the workforce after graduation. See the graphic below to learn more about what our district offers!
For detailed information on specific pathways and course offerings, please refer to the Georgia Department of Education (GADOE) website: https://www.gadoe.org/Curriculum-Instruction-and-Assessment/CTAE/Pages/default.aspx
Benefits of CTAE
There are many benefits to participating in CTAE programs, including:
Explore Career Options: Students can gain exposure to various career fields and discover their interests and aptitudes.
Develop Valuable Skills: CTAE programs focus on developing essential skills needed for success in college and careers.
Gain Real-World Experience: Many programs offer opportunities for internships, job shadowing, and other forms of real-world experience.
Increase College Readiness: CTAE courses can help students earn college credit and prepare them for the rigors of higher education.
Prepare for the Workforce: CTAE programs can equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to enter the workforce directly after graduation.
We encourage you to explore the many opportunities available through our CTAE program. For more information, please contact your child's school or the district CTAE office.
Additionally, on this webpage, you will find graphics showcasing our district-wide program and the various high school pathways offered. Those pathways can be found in the graphic below.
We are proud to be part of the Rome City Schools CTAE and College and Career Academy, and we are committed to providing our students with the best education and career preparation. We thank you for your continued support and assure you that we will continue to work tirelessly to ensure our students are prepared for college and work. Proud to be part of the pack!
Director of CTAE