Future jobs and careers for our CTE students is a concern for every district. Help your students gain essential skills to enter and transition to today’s workforce in careers that are changing and challenging with technological advances. Funding is available now that enable students to take courses and certifications that will lead them to industry recognized certifications and entry level jobs, internships and apprenticeships. Students deserve opportunities beyond what is often feasible for each district and this session will discuss federal initiatives that help students throughout the country. The convergence of industry partnerships and how federal funding will be discussed.