Applications now being accepted for a three-week summer residential program for gifted Career and Technical Education students. ASHLAND, Va. – Hanover County Public Schools is pleased to announce that the Hanover Regional Governor’s School for Career and Technical Advancement (HRGS-CTA) will hold its inaugural session at the University of Richmond this summer from July 3-22, 2016. The HRGS-CTA is the first of its kind in the Commonwealth of Virginia and is intended to serve as a model that can be replicated throughout the state to meet the ever-growing demand for career-ready students. Application materials are now available at www.hcps.us.
“It’s truly an honor for Hanover County Public Schools to develop this program in order to better serve the educational needs of students and the workforce needs of communities throughout Virginia. I’m very grateful for the efforts of Delegate Chris Peace who first introduced the legislation that resulted in a $100,000 planning grant from the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE), as well the efforts of my predecessor, Dr. Jamelle S. Wilson, who played a key role in advancing these efforts in the region. I’m equally grateful for the exceptional efforts of the workgroup who developed this proposal, led by Dr. Jonathan Lewis. I look forward to watching their plan come to life this summer as students from the region embark on this unique learning experience, which will be graciously hosted by our partners at the University of Richmond,” said Dr. Michael Gill, Superintendent of Schools.
HRGS-CTA is a regional three-week summer residential program designed for gifted Career and Technical Education (CTE) students who have demonstrated accomplishment, aptitude, and interest in CTE curricula and careers. The program will focus on the development of workplace readiness and entrepreneurial skills. Skills will be cultivated and honed through group problem solving activities, guest speakers from the business and academic communities, visits to regional businesses leaders, and mentorship experiences designed to highlight workplace readiness. Participants will enjoy a fast-paced, exciting and relevant hands-on experience with students and staff who share their passion for career and technical education.
Applicants must be from Regions 1 and 3 school divisions and be rising juniors who are enrolled in at least one CTE course with a grade of “B” or better and expect to continue in the CTE program during their final two years of high school; or rising seniors who have completed at least one credit in a CTE course and/or are currently enrolled in a CTE course with a grade of “B” or better and expect to continue in the CTE program during their final year of high school.
Participating school divisions will send their top three candidates to the HRGS-CTA Selection Committee by March 23, 2016. Each school division will be guaranteed one student participant, with 40 total students selected. Applicants will be notified of selections by April 11, 2016.