The district's education-for-employment report showed a rise in industry credentials (29% of the graduating class, 92 certifications) and described partnerships with Western Technical College, a CNA offering for OHS students, and plans for a micro-internship program to connect students with employers.

The West Bend Curriculum Committee reviewed proposals to expand articulated credits and industry certificates with Moraine Park Technical College, including Mastercam AB, OSHA, Adobe Express and a Miller welding certificate; many fees would be covered by state Act 59 incentive funding and changes would take effect fall 2026.

Kirkwood Schools expand post-secondary opportunities via mentorships and industry-recognized credentials.

Director Karen Cagle described expanded CTE pathways, growth in industry credentials (3,642 last year), new state limitations on qualifying work-based learning and the division's plans for dual enrollment, a mobile school-based enterprise and a GoTech lab at Grafton Middle.

CTE programs prioritize hands-on instruction and industry standards to boost student learning.