Resources
Whether your focus is CTE, Career Pathways or Dual Enrollment, I have developed a couple tools based on my 25 years of career program design, management and funding to support you in your work.
The Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment is the foundation of your Perkins V plan — but most institutions treat it as a compliance exercise rather than a strategic tool. Here's what to do differently.
Perkins V is the most visible funding source for CTE programs, but it's far from the only one. A strategic approach to funding diversification can dramatically expand what's possible for your programs.
Building district-wide support for career pathways programs requires more than a good strategy — it requires the political skill to bring skeptical board members, principals, and community partners along.
Articulation agreements between high schools and community colleges look great on paper — but too many sit unused. Here's a framework for building agreements that drive real student transitions.
You can't manage what you can't measure — but most CTE programs are drowning in data without a clear picture of what matters. Here's how to build a dashboard that drives decisions.
The first three months in a new leadership role set the tone for everything that follows. Here's a structured approach to building credibility, learning the landscape, and identifying your highest-leverage priorities.
Downloadable Tools
Practical tools built from real program work — ready to use with your team, your data, and your goals.
CTE & Career Pathways Program Audit Tool
Download PDFA structured self-assessment framework for evaluating the health and alignment of your CTE programs. Use it to identify gaps, prioritize improvements, and build a data-informed case for change.
Strategic Program & CLNA Planning Tool
Download PDFA practical planning template that integrates Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment (CLNA) findings with strategic program development. Designed for district and school leaders navigating Perkins V requirements.
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Occasional insights on strategic planning, funding, and leadership for CTE and workforce development professionals. No fluff — just practical guidance you can use.