Last week Congress reauthorized spending for the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act, which provides funding for technical career based courses in high schools and colleges. Vocational education can be an excellent alternative for students who prefer hands on technical training over the rigors of a traditional classroom. According to a press release by the Department of Education, “For the first time, Career and Technical Education [CTE] programs will be held accountable for continuous improvement in performance, measured by the academic proficiency of CTE students. Success will be determined through valid and reliable tests, including No Child Left … Continue reading →