SD SC804

Recognizes February as National Career and Technical Education and National Career and Technical Student Organizations Month in South Dakota

Career and technical education programs serve more than 30,000 students in grades 7-12 across the state

Student organization membership includes 6,500 FFA members, 1,600 Family, Career and Community Leaders of America members, 1,300 HOSA-Future Health Professionals members, 600 Educators Rising members, 500 Future Business Leaders of America members, and 500 SkillsUSA members

Programs provide hands-on experiences, professional development, leadership training, and connections with industry professionals to prepare students for careers