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EFE #100
TREES
Three Rivers Education for Employment System
Career & Technical Education
Will County
Grundy County
Cook County
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"Empowering students, the local workforce and community through collaboration and education."
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Lemont High School's first ever College and Career Pathway Endorsement recipients!
Elizabeth Marquez and Maria Fiore - they both earned Early Childhood Education Pathway Endorsements in Human and Public Services.
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Lemont High School's first ever College and Career Pathway Endorsement recipients!
Elizabeth Marquez and Maria Fiore - they both earned Early Childhood Education Pathway Endorsements in Human and Public Services.
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Accessibility
Accessibility
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Ensure all students access quality CTE programs, support each student's success with interventions, and provide every CTE program industry-standard technology and facilities.
Partnerships
Partnerships
Community partnerships form the bedrock of quality CTE programming, offering access to a diverse array of resources and expertise.
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Career Pathways
Career Pathways
CTE programs ensure students receive real-world learning experiences aligned with industry standards, preparing them for successful careers.
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Professional Support
Professional Support
Providing teachers with professional development, access to industry experts, and instructional materials to enhance their teaching effectiveness and stay current with industry standards
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Our Initiatives
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The mission of TREES is to coordinate a regional collaborative effort among public schools, post-secondary institutions, and local business and industry to support students as they transition into career paths that contribute to a vibrant and highly skilled workforce.
The TREES Mission
Upcoming Events!
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ISBE Career Connections Conference
June 18th, 2024
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ACTE Region III Leadership Conference
June 12th-14th, 2024
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ISBE Career Connections Conference
June 18th, 2024
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