What an incredible experience for our HS Seniors today! The Tyler ISD Career and Technology Center students had the opportunity to visit with Hoar Construction to learn about the Future Field Leaders Program. They connected with construction professionals, toured an active job site, and learned about real career opportunities through the program. Exposing our student to real-world career pathways is exactly what we are all about at the CTC. We are so grateful for the partnership with the team at Hoar Construction! #TylerISDCTC #FutureConstructionProfessionals
about 10 hours ago, Career & Technology Center
This week, Amanda Storer, a Physical Therapist Assistant in pediatric outpatient and home health care, and long-time educator in the PTA program at TJC, visited our Tyler ISD Career & Technology Practicum of Exercise Science class to instruct our students through a movement lab at the CTC. Students learned insights about the education and training needed to become a Physical Therapist or PTT/ PTA, what their age threshold was for certain exercises, and had time for reflection and Q&A. It was a fully physically engaged lesson!
12 days ago, Career & Technology Center
Tyler ISD and the Career & Technology Cosmetology students practiced their nail application techniques this week for the upcoming state board exam, as Ms. Neal guided them through sanitizing, cleaning, buffing, application, filing, and answered any questions to help our students be successful. For more information on the Cosmetology pathway see The Programs of Study 2026-27.
about 1 month ago, Career & Technology Center
Mr. Bethany and Mr. Sumrall prepared their students for the upcoming NOCTI certification by learning about 3-point lighting. The studio was set up like a live 3-point lighting example to give students a full range of understanding for the upcoming certification. For more information on the Audio/Video Production or Graphic Design pathways, see :Tyler ISD Priograms of Study Guide 2026-27
about 1 month ago, Career & Technology Center
2 months ago, Career & Technology Center
This week, Tyler ISD and the Career & Technology Center Practicum of Human Service students welcomed Occupational Therapist, Christina Hill, owner of Healing Movement Occupational Therapy. She spoke about the mind body connection, holistic healing, and demonstrated stretching exercises with the students that she uses in her practice to reduce pain and inflammation.
Students are currently working toward their Community Health Worker Certification
For more information on the Family and Community Services Pathway, visit by clicking the Tyler ISD Programs of Study Guide 2026-27
2 months ago, Career & Technology Center
TylerISD Career & Technology Practicum of Information Technology and AP Computer Science students toured the IT and Engineering buildings at UT Tyler this week. For more information on the IT and AP computer science program, visit The Programs of Study 2026-27
2 months ago, Career & Technology Center
TylerISD Career & Technology Practicum of Audio/Video Production and A/V Production II students are working on "Man on the Street" interviews this week. A/V students set up times with CTC teachers to interview students about their particular program of study and their experience at the Career & Technology Center. For more information on the program, visit The Programs of Study 2026-27
2 months ago, Career & Technology Center
CTC Tyler ISD Automotive Paint & Refinishing students are testing out the new Dry Media Blast Cabinet in the shop today. Fine particles of glass are blasted with air in the cabinet as students manipulate the air stream over their auto body piece. This helps students refine their sanding to very tight spaces and small areas hard to reach with a traditional sander. For more information on the program, see: Tyler ISD 2026-27 Programs of Study
2 months ago, Career & Technology Center
Tyler ISD and Career & Technology Center students still fully engaged the final week before Christmas break. Auto Basics, and Auto Tech 1 students had several projects to work on this week including determining a leaking problem with a radiator, applying new brake pads, and painting parts of a car. Mr. McClenny, Mr. Dietzel, and Mr. Johnson had the shop humming today with hands-on activities to finish out the semester. For more information on the program of study, visit:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nmYxdL9YQpjYCg8wx9ZNNiBUH0UQSMVR/view?pli=13 months ago, Career & Technology Center
As part of the Tyler ISD Career & Technology Center' Pathways to Professions collaboration with local business and community representatives, Smith County's Head of Human Resources visited the Practicum of Law, Public Safety Telecommunicator, and Practicum of Law, Public Safety Jail Academy classes today.
4 months ago, Career & Technology Center
Week 9 of the Tyler ISD school year and we have highly engaging, student led learning on display at the Career & Technology Center. From Welding to Architecture, Audio-Video Production to Culinary Arts, and much more! Students are learning real-world skills to take into the community and to better their future. We are so proud of our teachers and students for continuing to create successful student outcomes!
For more information on our 25 Programs of Study and Career & Technical Education in Tyler ISD, visit: Tyler ISD Career & Technology Center
5 months ago, Career & Technology Center
An end-of-the-year, engaging project created by Tyler ISD and the Career & Technology Center's Marketing teacher, Mrs. Tillson, entitled, "Food Truck Wars," provided Marketing I students with a dynamic, hands-on experience simulating real-world marketing challenges. Throughout the project, students developed critical skills including food truck branding, social media page creation, menu research, strategic planning, and pricing. They also designed physical food truck models to bring their concepts to life. This comprehensive approach integrated creative design, digital marketing, and business strategy, reinforcing core marketing principles. By completing these tasks, students gained practical expertise that prepares them for success in Advanced Marketing next year, where they will build on these foundational skills to tackle more complex marketing campaigns and strategies.
10 months ago, Career & Technology Center
Tyler ISD and the Career & Technology Center's plumbing instructor, Mr. Eschberger, guided construction students Josue Vazquez, Alejandro Mondragon, and Bryan Cantu in creating a model of a small two-story house, commonly referred to as a dollhouse. This project aligns with the requirements set forth by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners, which mandates that applicants must successfully install a sanitary drain, waste, and vent system to pass the Tradesman Plumber exam.
Additionally, Tyler ISD senior Plumbing 2 and Manufacturing student Nathan Gutierrez contributed significantly by fabricating all the necessary fittings with 3D printers in the manufacturing lab.
This innovative house will serve as an essential resource for both Plumbing 2 and Practicum of Plumbing students, offering them a practical environment to prepare for the exam. It will also serve as a valuable instructional tool for Plumbing 1 students, helping them grasp the fundamentals of a sanitary drainage system.
Mr. Eschberger noted that many individuals who face challenges in passing the Tradesman exam often struggle specifically with the plumbing aspects associated with the small house. This project not only enhances hands-on learning but also aims to improve student success rates in this critical area of plumbing education.
10 months ago, Career & Technology Center
CTC Roadrunners! 7 Brew provided coffee and energy drinks for you this morning! C-Hall teachers' lounge! Go Thunderchickens!
10 months ago, Career & Technology Center
Our final Salon Day was this week. It came with a special treat. Managers from one of our local salons visited our salon and worked with our students on haircutting. Our Tyler ISD CTC Cosmetology students enjoyed getting the extra help from a pro!
This is what she later posted on Facebook about our group of students:
"Salon Night at the Tyler ISD Career & Technology Center was the BEST! Loved helping the student stylists with haircuts and making great connections,. We even showed them how to recommend products by finding the need! The students are so well prepared thanks to the amazing teachers at the Tyler ISD Career & Technology Center (shoutout to my former instructor, Mrs. Pryor!). Big thanks to Misty Pepper for her help tonight. The students really loved your tips and tricks! These teachers are appreciated!"
10 months ago, Career & Technology Center
Tyler ISD and The Career & Technology Center's senior Welding students had the opportunity to participate in the Jasper Ventures, Inc. Trades Summit. Mrs. Hoover and Mr. Dean took 8 of our Welding II students to the Veritas plant outside of Troup, TX where they learned about the many aspects of the gas processing industry. They also had the opportunity to tour the welding, coating, and assembly divisions of the Veritas module construction site.
10 months ago, Career & Technology Center
We now have 29 newly licensed Cosmetologists in Tyler, TX! Four years of hard work has paid off for these students.
10 months ago, Career & Technology Center
To keep students fully engaged near the end of the year and to access those famous 'Friday Vibes,' Chef Strother from Tyler ISD's Career & Technology Center, provided an opportunity for Culinary Arts students to form their own burger patties from scratch, and grill them on the CTC smoker and grill that was built by our CTC Welding students. Chef Strother's students learned mixing and seasoning techniques, how to form the right portioned patties and what temperature to grill their patties and buns. It was an awesome send off to the weekend!
11 months ago, Career & Technology Center
Tyler ISD's Career & Technology Center Animal Science/FFA students volunteered their time to the 'Wings Over Pegasus' air show Saturday April 19th 2025. This is a yearly fundraiser for the non-profit equine rescue organization, The Pegasus Project. This organization brings neglected horses, mules and donkeys back to health while providing training, then placing them in loving, permanent homes.
11 months ago, Career & Technology Center
