A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of "Career and Technical Education Month".

The Senate expresses its strong support for the designation of February 2025 as "Career and Technical Education Month" , aiming to celebrate and highlight the importance of career and technical education (CTE) throughout the United States. This resolution acknowledges CTE's crucial role in developing a well-educated and skilled workforce, essential for American competitiveness in the global economy. CTE programs are recognized for preparing students with the academic knowledge, technical skills, and employability needed for success in high-wage, high-skill, and in-demand career fields. These programs align with labor market demands, provide valuable credentials, and have a statistically significant positive impact on students' academic achievement, high school completion, and college readiness. The resolution emphasizes the broad bipartisan support for CTE, citing significant federal investments like the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act and the historical Smith-Hughes Vocational Education Act. It encourages educators, school counselors, administrators, and parents to actively promote career and technical education as a respected and viable educational pathway for students.