Silicon Valley Career Technical Education

That’s a wrap on Week 2 of CTE Summer Exploration! We continue to be inspired by all the hands-on learning happening across campus. From working with real dogs in Veterinary Science and compounding pharmacy capsules to practicing suturing techniques and exploring career pathways, students are gaining valuable skills and experiences every day. We can’t wait to welcome our students back next week for even more learning and exploration. Leave a 🎉 in the comments to celebrate our summer learners!

Campus is buzzing with hands-on learning during CTE Summer Exploration! From practicing CPR and fracture care to coding websites, reading prescriptions, and monitoring vital signs, students are exploring a variety of career pathways while building real-world skills.

Registration is open for Fall 2026 for these courses and more! If you’re a high school student in Santa Clara County, talk to your local school counselor to learn how to enroll.

FREE for students in Campbell Union High School District, East Side Union High School District, Los Gatos Saratoga Union High School District, Milpitas Unified School District, San José Unified School District, and Santa Clara Unified School District.

Before the end of the school year, our SVCTE Electrical Vehicles/Automotive Services students participated in the new automotive dealership shadow day offered at Mission Valley Ford Trucks! Students worked side-by-side with industry professionals, learned to use industry-standard tools and equipment, observed real-world troubleshooting techniques, and gained valuable insight into careers in the automotive industry. Thank you to Mission Valley Ford Truck for providing this incredible opportunity for our students!

More students are discovering that there isn't just one path to success. Career technical education (CTE) gives students the opportunity to explore high-demand careers, earn industry certifications, gain hands-on experience, and earn college credit—all while still in high school.

At SVCTE, we're proud to help students build the skills, confidence, and connections for success in college and careers.

Leave a 🙌 in the comments if you believe in the power of CTE!

Trade school and certificate program enrollment surged 10.2% this spring as more Gen Z students opted for lower-debt paths, a shift housing experts say could help young adults buy homes sooner by improving their debt-to-income ratios and accelerating savings.

As the school year came to a close, our SVCTE classes celebrated their students with individual awards ceremonies! These moments recognized the hard work, growth, and accomplishments students achieved throughout the year. We are so excited to see where their future journeys take them. Leave a 🎉 in the comments to celebrate our students.

Want to see what our talented animators created this year? The full SVCTE Animation Festival is now available to watch on Youtube! From original characters and imaginative worlds to creative storytelling, our students brought their ideas to life through 25 incredible animated films. 🎬 Watch the full festival: bit.ly/2026AnimationFestival

Miss the SVCTE Film Festival? 🎬 Don't worry—we've got you covered! Our Film & Video Production students have uploaded the entire festival to their YouTube channel! Watch the films they’ve spent the past year writing, filming, editing, and producing at bit.ly/2026FilmFestival

Through a partnership with Tesla, SVCTE Electrical Vehicles/Automotive Services students Benjamin Bulygo (Adult), Demetri Vega Candelaria from Campbell Union High School District, Cristina Zamora Ramirez, and Steven Hernandez from East Side Union High School District (pictured in order) have been accepted into Tesla’s Pathway to START Internship Program! We are incredibly proud of these students and all they have accomplished through their hard work, dedication, and training at SVCTE. A special thank you to their teacher, Tom Nemeth, for continuing to challenge, support, and inspire his students to reach new heights.

Read the news release: bit.ly/EVNewsRelease

A huge thank you to Del Grande Dealer Group (DGDG) for their generous $5,000 donation to the MetroED Foundation in support of our SVCTE Electrical Vehicles/Automotive Services course! DGDG has been a valued partner of MetroED, helping provide students with opportunities to explore careers, connect with industry professionals, and gain the skills needed for success in the automotive industry.

📖 Read the full news release: bit.ly/DGDGDonation
🌟 Learn more about ways to support students: metroed.net/WaysToSupport