Our nation is facing a monumental mismatch between available or newly emerging careers and the ability of Americans to perform them. Manufacturing jobs are being replaced by technology.
New employment requires highly skilled workers with communication, analytical and technical skills.
Students are not served well by the separation of academic and technical skills. Technical skills are becoming so important that in many situations industry has recognized that technical certifications have more economic value in the workplace than university degrees. In the Peoria Unified School District you can obtain technical skills and complete a strong college preparatory program.