New CTE Program Startup

1. Determine specific interest in the school and obtain principal / Instructional Council endorsement
2. Contact pathway specialist to determine if this will require new program approval or if it falls under an existing state approval
3. Determine if the school has qualified teaching staff, if an existing staff person can obtain the necessary certification, or if a new teacher needs to be hired
4. Engage existing or new advisory group in developing program approval or program plan of work
5. Begin and complete the following processes:
   • Teacher certification
   • Program and budgetary needs
   • Labor forecast
   • Advisory group and functional support
   • Curriculum frameworks
   • Student leadership organization
6. The pathways specialist assists with all of the above. When they are in place, equipment, supplies, professional development budget and calendar of activities is assigned to the program.