Career and Technical Education (CTE) of St. Johns County

Career Academies Learn Leadership Skills…The Disney Way

Nease’s Academy of Hospitality and Tourism students had a great time taking part in the “Teamwork the Disney Way” workshop at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Students learned the strategies behind Disney’s high-performing teams and got to put their communication and collaboration skills to the test to reach their goals. This tied in perfectly to the Academy’s […]

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Students Launch Online Store

  VyStar Business Academy Students Launch Online Store Our VyStar Business Academy students are excited to announce the launch of their new online store! Expanding from their in-school shop, students are now applying real-world business skills—like marketing, budgeting, and supply and demand—to manage this digital venture. This project is a hands-on opportunity for students to

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Nease’s Stellar Academy of Engineering Students Take Part in Mini-Internship Day

At Nease, over 30 students enrolled in the Stellar Academy of Engineering took part in our mini-internship event on October 13th, spending the morning at Haskell, Stellar, Johnson and Johnson, and KLS Martin.  Students had the chance to tour their facilities, work with professionals, make connections between what they’re learning in class and what professional

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Student Spotlight: Patrick Neal – Excelling in Biotechnology, Leadership, and Beyond

At Ponte Vedra High School, the Biotechnology and Medical Research Academy has a reputation for preparing students to be future leaders in science, healthcare, and technology. Among its standout students, Patrick Neal has built an extraordinary record of achievement—balancing academic excellence, career-focused skills, and leadership across multiple Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs). Patrick is

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Leading the Way: SAHS Law & Homeland Security Shines at FPSA Leadership Retreat

Students from the Law & Homeland Security Academy represented St. Augustine High School with pride at the Florida Public Service Association (FPSA) Leadership Retreat this past weekend. The Florida Public Service Association is a statewide organization that prepares high school students for careers in law enforcement, firefighting, emergency management, and other public service fields. The

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CHS Teaching Academy Alum Gives Advice to Current Students

Creekside High School Class of 2024 graduate, Kate Franklin, returned to campus to talk to students in the Academy of Future Teachers about her summer internship at NASA and the importance of internships in general.  Kate is currently a student at the University of Florida, majoring in elementary education.  

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CTSOs and Clubs Enhance The Academy Experience

Career Academy students can get even more experience in the areas and industries they’re interested in by taking part in Career and Technical Student Organizations and clubs.  Nease hosted their annual club fair recently and many CTSO and Academy-connected clubs were featured. Some of those clubs at Nease include DECA, FBLA, the Technology Student Association,

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Tocoi Creek High School finishes 24-25

  Tocoi Creek High School graduated its charter class of students in May of 2025. In those five years the CTE program has grown into four Academies and 11 Career/Technical courses. Support received from our community, industry partners, and instructors with numerous years of industry experience have helped lay the foundation for an amazing first

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