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Data-Driven and District-Ready: What EdWeek Research Tells Us About the CTE Market

Tue., June 16, 2026, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. ET
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K-12 educators aren’t just talking about career and technical education — they’re investing in it. In fact, 60% of teachers and administrators say they have expanded their CTE programs over the past five years, student interest is up, and fast-growing pathways in digital tech, AI, and cybersecurity are creating real urgency for solutions that can deliver. But here’s the thing: only 23% of educators rate their CTE programs an “A.” That’s an opportunity for your product or service.

In this webinar, EdWeek Research Center Director Holly Kurtz will present what the data is telling us about how districts are prioritizing and expanding CTE. Then, Melissa Heyeck, Senior Director of Marketing, will help you translate those insights into smarter marketing, so you can meet district leaders where they are, speak to what they need, and position your brand as a credible partner in this space.

You’ll walk away with:

  • Data directly from school and district leaders on all things CTE
  • An understanding of the gaps districts are trying to close and how to align your messaging
  • Actionable strategies to sharpen your positioning in a crowded and fast-moving market
Speakers
Melissa Heyeck
Director, Marketing, Education Week
Melissa Heyeck currently serves as Director of Marketing at Education Week, where she leads the B2B marketing team, working in partnership with the sales teams. Much of her career has been spent serving the education sector, where Melissa has honed her marketing expertise while contributing to companies such as Discovery Education and Teaching Strategies.
Holly Kurtz, PhD
Director EdWeek Research Center

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