WEST POINT CAREER & TECHNOLOGY CENTER
About Our School
Preparing Students for College, Career & Life
West Point Career & Technology Center provides students with hands-on learning experiences, industry-relevant skills, and real-world opportunities that prepare them for high-demand careers and postsecondary education.
Through classroom instruction and practical training, students develop the technical and employability skills needed to succeed in the workplace and beyond.
EXPLORE OUR PROGRAMSOur Mission
It is our vision that our students will develop into tomorrow's workforce and leaders. We strive to accomplish this through quality teacher-led instruction along with hands-on lab activities that are based on current industry standards.
Our students are exposed to industrial-quality machines and equipment in their classes. This experience better prepares them to enter the workforce or to continue their education and training.
Our programs follow national standards which allow students the opportunity to earn national accreditation or certification in their areas of study.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
It is the policy of the West Point Consolidated School District to ensure fair and equitable educational and employment opportunities, without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, gender, age, or disability to all of its students and employees.
Any individual who perceives that he/she has been discriminated against under the provisions of this policy may contact the District Compliance Officer:
Title IX Compliance Officer
West Point Consolidated School District
PO Box 656
West Point, MS 39773
662-494-4364
STUDENT ELIGIBILITY & RECOGNITION
Academic Requirements & Honor Society
Students must meet specific academic requirements to enroll in Career and Technical Education programs and may have the opportunity to be recognized for their achievement through the National Technical Honor Society.
Academic Requirements
for CTC Programs
To be eligible for Career and Technical Education programs, students must meet the following requirements:
- A grade of C or higher in the most recent English course
- A grade of C or higher in the most recent Math course
- TABE Reading and Math score at the 8th-grade level or higher
- Instructor approval
National Technical
Honor Society
Students who successfully complete both courses in a program of study with an A average may qualify for membership in the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS).
Additional Recognition
Eligible students may also earn the Mississippi Tech Master designation, recognizing achievement in advanced CTE coursework, technical skills, and workplace readiness.
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