Sessions of 2026 Connection Conference: Jarett Guy
Guy, Jarett
Assistant Superintendent
West-MEC School District #402
Assistant Superintendent of Teaching, Learning, and Campus Operations at West-MEC, championing high-quality Career and Technical Education across multiple campuses and over thirty programs in Western Maricopa County, Arizona. Formerly served as Administrator for Learning Systems and founding Campus Administrator for the West-MEC Southwest Campus, overseeing the development and operation of a state-of-the-art CTE campus. Previous experience includes leadership positions at the campus, district, and county levels, guiding CTE and school improvement efforts.
Sessions:
[5563] The CTE Difference: Redefining Student Success
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Loews Ventana Canyon
- Administration
- Interdisciplinary
As college enrollment declines and workforce demands accelerate, traditional “college-first” pathways no longer reflect student needs or labor market realities. This session uses Maricopa County as a case study to explore the “leaky funnel” from 9th grade to employment and why the traditional "school to college to career" sequence succeeds for only 6% of students. Participants will examine 20 years of CTE research, living-wage labor market data, and a proven delivery model that boosts graduation, credential attainment, and career-aligned outcomes. Attendees will leave with practical strategies and powerful narratives to advocate for expanding high-quality CTE pathways in their own communities.
