Career and Technical Education

  • The mission of Career and Technical Education (CTE) is to empower students to be successful students, workers, and leaders in a global economy. CTE programs are designed to contribute to the broad educational achievement of students, including basic skills, as well as their ability to work independently and as part of a team, think creatively and solve problems, and utilize technology in the thinking and problem-solving process.

    North Gaston High School has ten CTE teachers, all with private industry experience. The courses provided are listed below.
     

    Career Development

    Terri Cochrane
     

    Business & Technology

    Calvin Arrowood 
     
    Michael Johnson
     

    Family & Consumer Sciences

    Brooke Ross
     
    Misty Rolland
     

    Health Sciences


    Mandy Leigh

    Anna Slentz

     

    Trade & Industrial Education


    Kyle Haywood

    Joshua Poteat

  • In compliance with federal laws, Gaston County Schools’ Career and Technical Education Department administers all educational programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination because of race, religion, national or ethnic origin, color, age, military service, disability, or gender, except where exemption is appropriate and allowed by law.

    Public Notice Statement
    Career and Technical Education: Gaston County Schools offers a wide range of Career and Technical Education Courses. Program offerings include Business & Marketing, Family & Consumer Sciences, Health Sciences, and Trades & Industrial courses. In compliance with federal laws, Gaston County Schools’ Career and Technical Education Department administers educational programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination because of race, religion, national or ethnic origin, color, age, military service, disability, or gender. Inquiries should be directed to: Director of Career and Technical Education for Gaston County Schools at 366 W Garrison Blvd. (704) 861-2496.