Arkansas Department of Education’s DCTE starting work on new Energy and Natural Resources pathway
The Arkansas Department of Education’s Division of Career and Technical Education (DCTE) will begin work on the standards for the new Energy and Natural Resources Pathway for Arkansas that will begin the 2026-2207 school year.
The standards committee will begin the work in early spring through the summer of 2025. If you are interested in serving on the committee, please complete this form.
What does the “Energy & Natural Resources” pathway entail?
According to Advance CTE, a national non-profit that represents State CTE directors and state leaders of Career Technical Education, the “Energy & Natural Resources Career Cluster spans careers in traditional and renewable fuel production, power generation and energy conversion, utilities, environmental preservation, ecological research, and resource extraction. These industries focus on efficient and responsible resource management, including conservation, transmission, distribution and storage, to minimize environmental impacts and meet global energy needs. Careers in this Cluster are dedicated to creating a sustainable future, innovating cleaner energy solutions, and preserving our planet’s natural resources for generations to come.”
The Energy & Natural Resources Career Cluster
For more information about sub-clusters and interdisciplinary potential, please visit the Advance CTE website.
For more information about Arkansas Department of Education’s DCTE, visit their website.
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