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Advanced Technologies Consultants, Inc. (ATC) is the nation’s leading distributor of technical training curriculum, equipment and furniture. We offer a comprehensive solution of products including; Alternative Energy, Automation/CNC, eLearning, Electricity/Electronics, Electric Power/Controls, Fluid Power, Lab Furniture, HVAC, Industrial Maintenance, Process Control, Mechatronics, STEM and 3D Printing and Scanning.  

Arizona Furnishings was established July 1st, 1996 as a family owned and operated company. Since its inception, Arizona Furnishings has made a name for itself as an industry leader providing the best products and services to Arizona’s schools and businesses. Our commitment to our customer’s complete satisfaction forms the basis of our founding principles; Quality, Value, Service, and Integrity.  

Aztec has been improving the lives of adults through computer-delivered instruction since being founded by educators in 1980. Our industry-leading understanding of how adults learn via technology has created learning modules that meet the needs of all levels of adults. Adult basic education schools, community colleges, correctional facilities, American job centers, alternative high schools, continuation high schools, public libraries and employers are all engaged in delivering our education and workforce curriculum.  

AZTECH can supply Software, Curriculum, Equipment & Training for Instructors in Career Technical Education Programs.  

Certiport is the leading provider of learning curriculum, practice tests, and performance-based IT certification exams that accelerate academic and career opportunities for learners. Certiport provides certification development, delivery, and program management services through an expansive network of more than 14,000 Certiport Authorized Testing Centers worldwide. More than three million Certiport exams are delivered in 26 languages across 148 countries each year throughout the academic, workforce, and corporate technology markets. Certiport is a Pearson VUE business, and is a part of the world’s leading learning company, Pearson. To learn more, go to www.certiport.com.  

ForestCNC is the premier manufacturer of CAD/CAM/CNC machinery supplying equipment to industry and CTE programs nationwide. The only company with a 3 year on site parts and labor warranty making CNC routers, CNC Plasma, waterjet, mills, lathes, fiber and C02 lasers, and rebuilds all brands of older equipment to bring up to 2025 standards for a fraction of the price of replacement.  

High Country Technology Consultants, LLC. is a leading provider of technology products based in Greeley, Colorado, offering CTE and STEM Products and Services across the states of Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, and Montana. We are dedicated to helping schools stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of technology by providing equipment that prepares students for their future. Our team of experts is committed to delivering high-quality products, training, and services that empower our clients to succeed. Trust High Country Technology Consultants to be your partner as we are the company that shows up.  

Change Your Learners' Lives Prepare the next generation of skilled workers with our comprehensive CTE solution.  

JA Inspire is the premier career exploration and workforce readiness program in Arizona that allows 96,000+ learners, ages 12-25, to explore the careers of the future. Equipping students with critical career readiness skills, JA Inspire ultimately prepares them for post-secondary success. Additionally, the program offers scaffolded, age-appropriate curriculum as well as games, prizes, and digital badges. The only program of its kind in Arizona, JA Inspire connects students to our state’s top industries and businesses via our cutting-edge virtual career exploration platforms for middle school, high school, and young adult students.  

Klein Educational Systems, Inc. (KES) is the leading workforce training consultant and provider of industrial learning solutions throughout the West Coast. For three generations, the Klein family has been involved in working to revamp and build new CTE pathways that are designed to meet the needs of students in our rapidly changing, technology-driven world. Having worked with over five hundred districts, we are leaders in providing educators and institutions of all levels with the educational systems they need to integrate technology into their curriculum cohesively.  

National Geographic Learning, a part of Cengage, our Career and Technical Education solutions equip teachers to prepare students with knowledge, technical, and employability skills for academic and career success. We publish content written by authors who draw on experiences as CTE teachers and industry professionals which creates a strong connection for students. Our online solutions are developed by experienced Learning Designers who build interactive activities and assessments that engage students and offer real-life practice. Our solutions align to industry standards and many prepare students to earn industry-recognized certifications to validate their skills and knowledge learned in the classroom  

A K-16 workforce readiness platform that houses all of your needs for CCR, WBL, employability, and reporting. Assessments, lifestyle calculator, industry led projects providing WBL hours, WBL Experience tracker, post secondary pathways, graduation plans, and more. Designed and developed by educators for educators.  

Paxton/Patterson - College & Career Ready Labs - provide the best college and career preparation for America’s youth. Our learning systems engage students with problem-based, real-world technology. We empower students to discover their interests and aptitudes, along the pathway to post-secondary success. Our unique programs concentrate on STEM Education, Health Science Careers, and Architecture & Construction. We also carry the most respected line of tools, equipment, supplies and furniture for schools.  

NCCER is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) education foundation created in 1996 as The National Center for Construction Education and Research. It was developed with the support of more than 125 construction CEOs and various association and academic leaders who united to revolutionize training for the construction industry. Sharing the common goal of developing a safe and productive workforce, these companies created a standardized training and credentialing program for the industry. This progressive program has evolved into curricula for more than 70 craft and maintenance areas with PEARSON EDUCATION as their publishing partner.  

Pipeline AZ is where Arizona job seekers, students, employers, educational institutions, and nonprofits come to build Arizona’s workforce. Pipeline AZ isn’t just another job board. It’s a career development and exploration platform designed to create more pathways to in-demand Arizona careers.  

As a leading provider of cloud-based K-12 software, PowerSchool supports educators, administrators, and families to help students learn in a way that’s right for them.  

SchooLinks is the modern approach to college and career readiness. SchooLinks is moving the needle forward with postsecondary readiness - ensuring staff maximize their time, and students leave high school with goals and a plan. With over 80+ interactive experiences from interest discovery, academic and post-secondary planning, and social emotional learning - SchooLinks offers internship matching, career mentorship, industry partner management and other features that help districts broaden the definition of college and career readiness.  

Second Life Mac helps schools and organizations unlock the value of their used Apple devices through a simple, secure buyback program. We offer competitive pricing, data wiping, and easy logistics, so you can reinvest in new technology while supporting your budget and student learning. SecondLifeMac.com  

Over the past 10 years, USI has implemented certifications into academia and commercial organizations with the goal of promoting aviation based safety standards and empowering industry cluster experts with the knowledge and skill-sets necessary to professionally grow the industry. With over 2,000 organizations and 30,000 educated learners, USI is committed to supporting industry scale with professional certifications that signify professionalism, risk aversion, and competence.  

From posters and banners used for student-run businesses/organizations to presentation charts and interactive bulletin boards our educational content for CTE programs excels in preparing students for life beyond the classroom - while making sure their hands on learning is fun and engaging in the process.  

zSpace is a leading evidence-based augmented/virtual reality (ARR) platform providing innovative hands-on, experiential learning to improve achievement in STEM, CTE, and Career Readiness. The Space Inspire is a comprehensive solution consisting of Windows-based AR/VR laptops, software, standards-aligned content, and professional development. The Inspire laptop is an ultra-high-definition stereo display with 4K Pantone capabilities and a powerful CPU that supports workforce development applications that sharpen technical skills in STEM, Health Sciences, Advanced Manufacturing, Transportation, Agriscience, and Computer Science through experiential learning experiences that are aligned to industry certifications like NOCTI and others.