Leander CTE

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!

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!

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!

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!

CTE Industry Partner of the Month: Precision Camera & Video
We’re proud to recognize Precision Camera & Video for their continued support of our journalism and student media programs.

“Precision Camera has been an industry supporter and a valuable resource for brand new journalism advisers,” Glenn High School journalism adviser Connor Brown said. “They’ve given teachers hands-on opportunities to play with equipment and advice on how to approach photography within their classrooms.”

Advisers have been able to take these skills learned at Precision Camera & Video and apply them directly to their classrooms and student publications. This has empowered students to learn more advanced techniques with their equipment and capture incredible photos.

Thank you, Precision Camera & Video, for your impact on teachers and students!

CTE Teacher Spotlight: Jessica Stamp, Vandegrift Yearbook & Newspaper Adviser

We’re proud to recognize Jessica Stamp for her exceptional leadership as student media adviser at Vandegrift High School.

Ms. Stamp leads a dynamic journalism program, advising both yearbook and newspaper. Her classroom mirrors a professional newsroom, giving students real-world experience while building confidence, collaboration and responsibility.

“If you get the chance to visit her classroom you will find students taking the lead and running things, while she provides the occasional guidance and needed oversight- all while making it clear that her student journalists are able to take risks, be protected, and publish their truth,” Vandegrift Assistant Principal Collin Fletcher said. “It is common for teachers to take charge and run things, but a brave teacher does the groundwork in order to relinquish control to students. In this way, Ms. Stamp ensures learning is meaningful and impactful. ”

Students in Ms. Stamp’s programs have won national awards and are consistently recognized for their talent and journalistic integrity. Ms. Stamp was also recently honored with the 2026 Edith Fox King Award from the Interscholastic League Press Conference.

Thank you, Ms. Stamp, for your lasting impact and commitment to excellence in CTE!

CTE Teacher Spotlight: Jessica Stamp, Vandegrift Yearbook & Newspaper Adviser

We’re proud to recognize Jessica Stamp for her outstanding leadership in student media at Vandegrift High School.

Ms. Stamp has built a dynamic journalism and yearbook program where students take ownership of their work, producing publications that are thoughtful, relevant, and student-driven. Her classroom operates like a professional newsroom, giving students real-world experience while building confidence, collaboration skills, and a strong sense of responsibility for their craft. Her impact was recently recognized with the 2026 Edith Fox King Award, presented by the Interscholastic League Press Conference, honoring her commitment to elevating student voices.

“Ms. Stamp facilitates a world class journalism and yearbook program at Vandegrift High School,” Assistant Principal Collin Fletcher said. “Students in her program have won national awards and have been routinely recognized for their talent and journalistic integrity.”

Beyond student achievement, Ms. Stamp emphasizes independence and trust, creating an environment where students are empowered to lead and make meaningful decisions. She intentionally steps back to allow students to take initiative, ensuring their learning experience is both authentic and impactful.

“Ms. Stamp is a fierce advocate for student ownership of learning, and maintaining an independent student voice to ensure publications are authentic, insightful, and grounded to better connect with readers,” Fletcher said. “It is common for teachers to take charge and run things, but a brave teacher does the groundwork in order to relinquish control to students.”

Thank you, Ms. Stamp, for the lasting impact you make on students and for your passion for excellence in CTE!

Cedar Park FCCLA Members competed at the state Leadership Convention last week. One team advanced to Nationals which will be in Washington D.C. in July!

Layla Schwager and Ava Zuniga placed 1st in Interior Design, congratulations!

Leander High School students recently had the opportunity to give back at Winkley Elementary’s Career Day, sharing their knowledge and experiences with younger students.

Students from LHS Business and Veterinary Science programs helped present CTE pathways and introduced elementary students to future career possibilities.

We’re proud of how these students represented their programs and Leander ISD CTE by serving as role models and helping spark interest in future careers.

A special thanks to all our industry partners who hosted our students! What a great opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience and get a glimpse into the workforce.