From Welding to Aviation: Williston, North Dakota Showcases Career Pathways

Students, families, educators, and community members are invited to explore hands-on learning and real-world career opportunities during the Williston Basin CTE Showcase, set for Wednesday, February 11, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Door 18 of the Williston Basin Career and Technical Education (WBCTE) Center.

The event is designed to give attendees an inside look at the wide variety of Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs available to students in the region. Whether someone is already enrolled in a CTE program or simply curious about what options exist, the showcase offers an opportunity to see, touch, and experience what students are learning every day.

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Explore, Ask, Discover: CTE Showcase Highlights Career and College Pathways

The showcase is open to regional school students, families, teachers, and staff, including those from Trenton, Grenora, Ray, TCS, Williston High School, Williston Middle School, and homeschool families. Community members, industry partners, CTE advisory committee members, and anyone interested in career exploration are also encouraged to attend.

Throughout the evening, visitors will be able to interact with CTE teachers and staff, ask questions, and learn how these programs prepare students for both college and the workforce. Programs featured include welding, agriculture, auto technology, construction, aviation, cooking, health sciences, EMT and CNA training, education, law enforcement, sewing, interior design, animal science, horticulture, business and marketing, photography, and graphic design.

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Learning, Games, and Career Pathways: A CTE Showcase for All Ages

In addition to learning about specific programs, attendees can discover how CTE courses connect classroom learning to real-world skills. The showcase also highlights North Dakota Choice Ready, an initiative that ensures students graduate with the knowledge, skills, and experiences needed to succeed after high school.

The event is designed to be welcoming and engaging for all ages. Families can expect hands-on activities, games, free food, and door prizes, making it an easy and enjoyable way to spend an evening while learning about future opportunities.

For students, the showcase can help spark interest in career paths they may not have previously considered. For parents and guardians, it offers insight into how CTE programs support career readiness, technical skill development, and academic growth.

Organizers say the goal is simple: to help the community better understand the value of CTE and the many options available right here in the Williston Basin. Whether someone is planning for life after high school or just wants to learn more, the Williston Basin CTE Showcase offers something for everyone.