Become a CTE Partner
Partner with Forney ISD to Empower Tomorrow’s Workforce
At Forney ISD, we believe strong partnerships between school and industry is the foundation of a thriving future workforce. By collaborating with our Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, you can help prepare students for success while supporting workforce development in our community.
Ways to Get Involved:
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Serve on a CTE Advisory Board
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Offer job shadowing experiences
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Share industry knowledge, trends, and best practices
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Mentor students or CTE programs
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Host paid or unpaid internships/externships
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Provide training and support for both students and teachers
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Volunteer as a judge or mentor for CTSO competitions
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Help students explore post-secondary opportunities
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Contribute funds, donate equipment or materials, or help secure grants
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Advocate for the value of Career & Technical Education in the community
Benefits for Students:
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Exposure to real-world careers and work environments
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Mentorship from practicing professionals
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Development of job-ready, relevant skills
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Increased career awareness and decision-making confidence
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Access to valuable industry connections and future opportunities
Benefits for Your Business:
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Influence the quality and skills of future graduates
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Build a pipeline of potential future employees
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Strengthen your company’s reputation as a community partner
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Collaborate with educators to address workforce needs
If you're an industry professional or community member interested in partnering with Forney ISD CTE, we’d love to connect with you. Please fill out our partnership interest form or reach out to our CTE Coordinator, Shelbie Prado, at srprado@forneyisd.net to learn more about how you can get involved.
