CTE The Hook Urban Education Needs-Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep.68

CTE The Hook Urban Education Needs-Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep.68 In Episode 68 of the Global CTE Podcast, host Sylvester Chisom sits down with Troy Long, a 20-year CTE leader and author of The CTE Experience. Troy shares how he’s building innovative programs, securing AI education grants, and changing the narrative around college and career readiness. This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about empowering students through real-world learning. Topics -Troy’s origin story and pathway from business teacher to CTE leader -Winning the NJDOE Artificial Intelligence Innovation in Education Grant -Integrating AI tools and robotics like Boston Dynamics’ Spot into CTE -Strategies from Troy's New Book on CTE -CTE as a driver for upward economic mobility and skilled trade entrepreneurship -Strategies for promoting and elevating the message of CTE nationwide Troy Long Bio: Today’s guest Troy Long is the Director of CTE & Grants Administration for Mercer County Technical Schools in New Jersey. Troy is a 20-year CTE veteran and author of The CTE Experience. Troy has led as a teacher, vice principal, and program developer, working with the NJ Department of Education and industry partners to build innovative CTE pathways. He recently secured a state grant to expand AI-focused CTE programs and is passionate about helping students find non-traditional paths to success. Welcome to the show, Troy Long!