Idaho Falls School District 91 is currently evaluating options for the future of its Career Technical Education Center (CTEC) as the lease on its current building nears expiration. School leaders are researching possibilities such as staying in the current location, building a new facility, or relocating the center to a high school campus — all aimed at ensuring students have continued access to hands-on training in fields from welding and automotive tech to cybersecurity and digital communications.
Career and technical education plays a critical role in preparing students for in-demand careers right here in Eastern Idaho. When schools and districts thoughtfully consider how to sustain and expand these programs, it supports a stronger talent pipeline, aligns education with local industry needs, and helps young people stay and thrive in the region.
At REDI we see developments like this as part of building a resilient and opportunity-rich economy across Eastern Idaho!
Read more here: https://www.eastidahonews.com/2026/03/d91-consider-options-for-future-of-career-technical-education-center/