Do you think you have one of the best Career Technical Education (CTE) programs of study in the nation? Apply for the 2018 Excellence in Action award to showcase the amazing work of your students, instructors and faculty at the national level. In its 5th year, this award honors programs across the 16 Career Clusters that exemplify excellence in the implementation of the Career Clusters, show a true progression from secondary to postsecondary education, provide meaningful work-based learning opportunities, and have a substantial and evidence-based impact on student achievement and success.
 
Not only will your program be featured in the media and an awards ceremony in Washington D.C. in the spring, you’ll also be contributing to a positive image of CTE programs. It’s critical to highlight exemplary programs of study to let policymakers, employers and education leaders know that CTE really is for all students, and prepares them for a lifetime of college and career success. Applications are open to secondary and postsecondary schools/institutions. Apply today!
Hear what past award winners had to say: 
“Being selected as an Excellence in Action award winner has been one of the greatest honors that our program has received. The EMS Education Program at Jones County Junior College has always sought to exemplify the characteristics and values that makes Career Technical Education successful. Having been recognized on a national stage by Advance CTE means that we can promote our methods to other programs all across the United States. Since the award, our school has played host to multiple instructors who wish to model our success as an award winner. The recognition is great, but the chance to make a difference with other CTE programs has made everything worthwhile!”
– Eric Williams,
Jones County Junior College, 2017 Award Winner
“The Advance CTE award has elevated expectations for students and staff, but more importantly, it has elevated confidence and reaffirmed our efforts. Similarly, it has enhanced industry and community support and awareness for each of our programs.”
-Jason Jeffrey, EdD
Traverse Bay Area Intermediate School District, 2016 Award Winner
“The Excellence in Action award is a validation of the needs for CTE skills we teach on a daily basis. It helps to reflect the dedication we put into preparing our students to be career ready.”
– Shay Williams,
Tulare Joint Union High School District Farm, 2016 Award Winner
Katie Fitzgerald, Senior Communications Associate