West Ashley High School and the West Ashley Center for Advanced Studies joined forces to host their 1st Annual CTE Fair, showcasing the impressive diversity of 22 career pathways available across both campuses.

Current CTE students took center stage, taking on leadership roles to market their respective programs directly to their peers. These student leaders designed informative program posters detailing course sequencing, potential career paths, and industry salary insights. Through interactive booths, hands-on demonstrations, and peer-to-peer conversations, these student leaders brought CTE to life for their classmates.

Each booth was CTE student led where current CTE students marketed their CTE program to their peers. They shared information about classes, course sequencing and even created program posters to highlight career path and salary information.

Students are now better equipped to make informed decisions when meeting with their School Counselor to update their IGPs and choosing their future class schedules. Students can also utilize this new knowledge when meeting with their Career Specialist to gain experience through a work-based learning opportunity.

The collaborative event offered students a firsthand look into potential future careers, equipping them with the practical knowledge needed to make confident decisions about their academic journeys. Students are now better prepared to:

•  Meet with School Counselors to update their Individual Graduation Plans (IGPs) and select upcoming courses aligned with their career goals.
• Connect with Career Specialists to pursue high-impact work-based learning opportunities, internships, and real-world industry experiences.

Programs Highlighted:

• Accounting
• Business Finance
• Securities & Investments
• General Management
•  Merchandising
• Marketing Communications
• Programming & Software Development
• Digital Media
• Nail Technology
• Culinary
• NJROTC
• Civil & Aerospace Engineering
• Welding
• Automotive
• Early Childhood
• Health Science
• Sports Medicine
• Biomedical Sciences
• Media Technology 
• Mechatronics
• Computer Repair & Networking
• Cybersecurity
• DECA