The Minnesota Association for Career and Technical Education (MnACTE) is a representative, statewide, professional, umbrella organization of and for individuals who teach, administer, coordinate, and offer support services to students in secondary and post-secondary career and technical education.
CTE Day at the Capitol
Engage with the Legislature.
Each year, MACTA and the MnACTE host CTE Day at the Capitol to elevate the voices of educators, administrators, and students in CTE, highlighting the impact and importance of CTE programs to legislators across Minnesota.
CTE Teacher Induction Program
Introductory mentoring and induction.
Introductory mentoring and induction for secondary teachers new to the profession who are in need of support with foundations of CTE and basic pedagogy/instruction, most often Tier 1 and Tier 2 teachers, or those teaching on an Out-of-Field Permission. CTE TIP offers free curriculum, mentoring, professional development, and resources.
Advanced Mentoring Programs
Advanced mentoring and induction.
Advanced mentoring and induction for those who have recently completed a teacher preparation program (Tier 3) or those who have completed CTE TIP (Tier 2 or Tier 3) and need license-specific support to build a program, design and adopt curriculum, and enhance their teaching and pedagogy. Tier 1 or 2 teachers should first complete CTE TIP.
Lead CTE Network
Lead your CTE team.
The Lead CTE Network is a new statewide district leader, counselor, and administrator program, combining in-person support with resources and professional development to support district leaders. The program is based upon our CTE TIP mentoring program.