Leander CTE

https://www.leanderisd.org/careertechnicaleducation/

Empowering students through authentic learning experiences, leadership development, practical job skills and industry certifications.

08/31/2026

This summer, Vandegrift High School’s FCCLA Interior Design Level 2 team represented Leander ISD at the FCCLA National Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C., earning an impressive 4th-place finish in the nation.

After months of refining their design, perfecting every detail and preparing their presentation, the team showcased their creativity, professionalism and technical skills on the national stage.

Congratulations to these outstanding students on an incredible accomplishment and for representing Vandegrift and Leander ISD CTE with excellence!

08/27/2026

This summer, Vista Ridge High School's INCubatoredu team, SunnyPals, represented Leander ISD on the national stage as one of just five finalist teams in the 2026 INCubatoredu National Pitch Competition in Chicago.

Founded by Emmy Huang (CEO), Sara Rajpathak (CFO), Avery Woehl (CTO) and Audrey Yoo (CMO), SunnyPals earned the opportunity to pitch their business alongside some of the nation's top student entrepreneurs.

Congratulations to these students on an incredible accomplishment and for representing Vista Ridge and Leander ISD with professionalism, innovation and entrepreneurial spirit!

08/25/2026

Just two weeks into the school year, Vandegrift High School Floral Design I students are already putting their creativity and skills to work. With little to no formal floral design training before this project, these students designed 14 raised centerpieces for the Abigail E. Keller Foundation Gala.

This real-world project gave students an opportunity to apply what they learned in class while creating professional-quality arrangements for a community event. Experiences like these help students build confidence, develop industry skills and see the impact of their work beyond the classroom.

Great work to these talented students, we can't wait to see what they'll accomplish this year!

08/12/2026

2026-2027 Leander ISD Annual Public Notification of Nondiscrimination in Career & Technical Education Programs

Leander ISD offers career and technical education programs of study in the following career cluster areas: Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources; Architecture and Construction; Arts, A/V Technology and Communications; Business, Marketing and Finance; Education and Training; Engineering; Health Science; Hospitality and Tourism; Human Services; Information Technology; Law and Public Service; and Transportation, Distribution and Logistics. Admission to these programs is based on interest and aptitude, age appropriateness, class space available, and the student’s program of study.

Leander ISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, s*x, or disability in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Bryan Miller, Title IX Coordinator; 204 W. South Street Leander, TX 78646; [email protected]; (512) 570-0000.

https://news.leanderisd.org/cte-annual-nondiscrimination-statement-2026-27/

07/22/2026

Nine of our students interested in becoming teachers attended the Educators Rising National Competition after qualifying last Spring at the Texas Association of Future Educators (TAFE) conference. Competing against 3500 students from across the country, we had five, top-ten finishes!

Fiona Thomas (Creative Lecture)- FIRST PLACE

Smrithi Sriram (Lesson Planning & Delivery (Humanities))- SECOND PLACE

Isabella Fedorov (Lesson Planning & Delivery (Humanities))- FIFTH PLACE

Natalie Dominguez (Lesson Planning & Delivery (STEM))- SECOND PLACE

Taylor Lear (Exploring Non-Core Teaching Careers)- NINTH PLACE

Way to go Rangers!

07/06/2026

💡 Did you know?

Every year, Leander ISD students put their learning into action through Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs), competing in events that build leadership, technical skills and career readiness.

During the 2025-26 school year, students earned state championships, qualified for national and international competitions, and received recognition among the best in Texas and beyond.

Swipe to discover a few of these incredible accomplishments. Congratulations to our students, advisers and campuses for another outstanding year! 👏

05/09/2026

Glenn High School Culinary students were excited to give back during Teacher Appreciation Week by preparing and serving an Italian lunch for ECHS teachers.

Students Julia Fonseca, Mia Whittaker, Mia Estrada and Mia Lozano put their skills into action to show appreciation for the educators who support them every day. Great job, ladies!

05/07/2026

Students in our Agriculture programs continue to excel at the state level!

The Nursery Landscape FFA team from Vista Ridge High School placed 9th at the State Career Development Event at Sam Houston State University, marking their first Top 10 finish after advancing to state for the past four years. Team members included Joshua Burdick, Charlie King and Mia Maginel, with Joshua earning 1st place individually out of 229 competitors and qualifying for a scholarship.

In addition, four Floral Practicum students earned their Level 2 Industry-Based Certification through the Texas State Florists Association, the highest certification available to high school students. This rigorous assessment required students to complete multiple professional floral designs within a set time frame.

Congratulations to Jaylee Agnew, Riley Heston, Sarah Culveyhouse and Haeun Kim on this accomplishment!

05/05/2026

Twelve Leander ISD students representing Glenn, Rouse and Leander High Schools recently participated in a one-day yearbook workshop at Q2 Stadium in Austin, hosted by Walsworth Publishing,

The workshop provided students with the opportunity to begin planning for next year’s publications while gaining insight from industry professionals in a real-world setting. Students collaborated, developed new ideas and strengthened their skills in storytelling, design and production.

We’re proud of these students for taking initiative in their craft and continuing to elevate student media across Leander ISD!

05/01/2026

Our talented Culinary students from Cedar Park and Glenn High Schools were invited by the Cedar Park Public Library Foundation to create desserts for their upcoming “Run for the Roses” Kentucky Derby charity event at Gofinity!

Students took on the challenge of designing Derby-themed desserts. We’re so proud to see their creativity and skills shine while supporting such a meaningful community event.

Wishing the Library Foundation a fantastic evening! We’re grateful our CTE programs could be part of it!

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