 Pittsfield School Committee Votes Taconic All-VocationalIn a historic move fueled by the growing demand for skilled tradespeople and the evolution of career technical education, the School Committee has decided that Taconic is a solely vocational school.  Pittsfield Decides Taconic Vocational Status Next WeekIs Taconic a traditional high school or a vocational one? The School Committee will decide next week.  Vote on Taconic High's Vocational Status Set for JanuaryIf the panel is in favor, Taconic will only accept Career Technical Education (CTE) students in the fall of 2023 and, by the fall of 2027, will be all vocational.  Pittsfield Discusses Taconic Transition to Vocational FocusThe School Committee discussed the concerns raised by community members regarding Taconic High School transition to vocational focus.  Administrators Push for Taconic's Transition to All VocationalThe School Committee at its last meeting continued this conversation that started about two years ago. In March, it was recommended that the school move toward the all-vocational model beginning next year.  Pittsfield Public Schools Honors Outstanding CTE StudentsThe CTE program had 81 graduates this year and 53 of the juniors and seniors made approximately $815,360 in earned wages while completing 50,960 co-op hours. Of the 36 seniors, 20 where offered full-time positions after graduation. |
