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Career & Technical Education (CTE)

Career & Technical Education (CTE)

Career and Technical Education (CTE) embraces education, passion, and curiosity to fuel the future for Oregon students. CTE programs use 21st century technology to support students in acquiring technical skills, professional practices, and academic knowledge critical for career success in high-wage, in-demand careers.

Get to know our CTE Staff

  • Get to Know your CTE Staff Ashley Tompkins
    Tell us about yourself I have taught at WMHS for 10 years! I have an M.S. in Agricultural Education and have known I wanted to teach AG since my first year in FFA as a high school student.
    Why is CTE important for students and WMHS? CTE is important because students learn real-life skills they will use in everyday life and future careers. Students are better prepared for life after high school when they take CTE courses.
    What do you love most about what you teach? I have a true passion for agriculture and love seeing students gain hands-on experience.
    What classes do you teach? Agriculture Biology, Food Science, Animal Science, and Plant Science.

  • Get to Know your CTE Staff Julie West
    Tell us about yourself I have worked in the Athena-Weston School District since 2005, teaching Art, Graphic Design and Pottery. I have a B.S. in Fine Art with a minor in Psychology. Art has always been a part of my life and has opened doors in many different fields of employment. My post-grad studies include Art Education and ELL.
    Why is CTE important for students and WMHS? CTE is important because the programs provide hands-on opportunities for practical learning in many different careers. Students experience real-life skills that enhance their future endeavors and better prepare them for life after high school.
    What do you love most about what you teach? What I love about Fine Art is that it teaches students how to communicate visually in addition to other studies. They learn to make complex ideas understandable using the Elements of Art and Principles of Design to turn abstract ideas into concrete visuals. Expressing ideas through various media is also cathartic and soothing.
    What classes do you teach? Art I, Art II, Advanced Art, Ceramics I & II, Advanced Ceramics, Graphic Design I, II, and Advanced.

  • Get to Know your CTE Staff Andrew Griggs
    Tell us about yourself I like the outdoors and working with my hands. I also enjoy technology and learning new things. CTE is a great place to do all of that and more!
    Why is CTE important for students and WMHS? CTE is important because the future is about embracing and using new technologies. We want our students ready to fill the jobs of tomorrow!
    What do you love most about what you teach? I enjoy the critical thinking that CTE embeds into the learning environment. I also like the real-world application that helps students see their potential future.
    What classes do you teach? Robotics/Drones/3D Printing, Geometry, CNC Machining, and Expanded Options.