A group of people are sitting a table discussing Career and Technical Education.

On Tuesday, September 23, 2025, the Simpson County Technical Center welcomed district staff, business and industry partners, parents, and student representatives for its Fall Advisory Committee Meeting.

A group of educators, business and industry partners, and community members are having a discussion.

The purpose of the meeting was to connect career and technical education (CTE) instructors with community stakeholders to discuss programs, share updates, and gather valuable feedback. These conversations help ensure that CTE courses remain aligned with workforce needs while also giving students and families a voice in shaping the future of career and technical opportunities in Simpson County.

Unmanned Aircraft instructor talking to a group of people.A representative from Entergy is talking during a discussion.

In addition to program discussions, the event fostered stronger partnerships between the school district and the business community. By working together, these groups play an important role in supporting students' career readiness and building pathways that lead to success beyond high school.

Welding instructor is showing a piece of equipment to a parent.HVAC instructor is talking to a small group. Health care professionals participate in a discussion. 0Health care professionals participate in a discussion. 0School Board President speaking during a discussion. A man is talking during a discussion.

SCSD Superintendent is listening carefully to someone speak. Agriculture and Natural Resources teacher is smiling while talking to a fellow teacher and student.A high school student and an Agriculture teacher are participating in a discussion.Community and industry partners listen to Unmanned Aircraft Instructor.SCTC Director is talking to a group of people. SCTC Counselor is talking.

Health Care professionals participate in a group discussion. Engineering instructor is talking. School Board President is talking to a group of people. A lady is participating in a group discussion. A lady is talking.A lady is talking.

A lady is talking. A man is sitting at a table and smiling for a photo. The Health Sciences  Instructor  is talking. Parents are listening to a discussion on Health Sciences. The Law and Public Safety instructor is interacting with a parent and his daughter. A lady is talking.