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Wenatchee High School

Career & Technical Education (CTE)

Real-World Experience. Today.

The Career Technical Education (CTE) program provides clear pathways and academic programs for all students that lead to post-secondary credentials and family-wage employment. Get a jumpstart on your career in high school by getting the experience you need to make the decisions necessary for your 5th year and beyond.

To graduate from Wenatchee High School, students must fulfill specific requirements. Wenatchee CTE specifically maps its programs to support Washington state graduation requirements and lead to careers and certifications. CTE programs cluster courses around students’ interests in several areas so they can leverage their knowledge into career readiness.

Explore each of the five CTE Programs of Study and find a pathway that aligns with your career aspiration or general interest. Getting started with CTE is as easy as taking a class!

Our Programs of Study include:

  • CTE Dual College Credit with Wenatchee Valley College or other community colleges
  • FREE college credit may be awarded for successful completion of eligible Career and Technical Education (CTE) course in Grades 9-12.
  • Classes that earn or lead to Industry Recognized Certificates (IRC)
  • Job shadows, mentorships, and internships/apprenticeships with local businesses
  • 5th-year and beyond counseling

Meet our Student Organizations

WHS Air Force JROTC students pose for a photo outdoors.

Air Force JROTC

Integrity First, Service Before Self and Excellence In All We Do AFJROTC provides citizenship training and an Aerospace Science program for high school students. WHS cadets participate in competitions and events nationwide throughout the year.

Learn more about AFJROTC
Wenatchee FFA poses at NCW Fair in 2025

Wenatchee FFA

FFA is an intracurricular student organization for those interested in agriculture and leadership, including food, animal &plant sciences, environment & natural resources, mechanics & welding, horticulture, and more.

Learn more about Wenatchee FFA

CTE Key Contacts

Jake Bucholz

Jake Bucholz
CTE Director

 

Beth Hammerberg

Beth Hammerberg
CTE Coordinator – Middle Schools

Taunya Brown

Taunya Brown
CTE Coordinator

 

Sara Dietrich

Sara Dietrich
CTE Director’s Secretary

Cindy Murie

Cindy Murie
CTE Pathways Coordinator

 

Sara Sanford

Sara Sanford
CTE Transportation Secretary

  • Graphic of CTE programs in 25-26