The Career and Technology Education (CTE) program at Baird ISD is growing to provide unique educational opportunities for our students to develop the knowledge and skills required for employment in our modern technological society.  We believe that a highly educated and skilled workforce is essential, both for the economic prosperity of our community and for our students to have a meaningful and rewarding career. Technically skilled and highly educated individuals are needed at all levels business and industry.

Our CTE programs are focused on:

• Offering the ability to earn industry-recognized certifications
• Providing pathways to college and postsecondary opportunities after high school
• Developing relationships with regional businesses and industries
• Offering leadership developement opportunities through CTE student organizations

Baird ISD currently offers five programs of study across five career clusters.  These programs include:

In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, the district does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, age, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law in providing education services, activities, and programs, including Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. The district provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

In accordance with Title IX, the district does not and is required not to discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs or activities.

The district has designated and authorized the superintendent as the Title IX Coordinator to address concerns or inquiries regarding discrimination on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, or gender-based harassment. For concerns or inquiries regarding any of these things, contact the superintendent, Dr. Tim Little, at 325-854-1400 or via email.

Reports can be made at any time and by any person, including during non-business hours, by mail, phone, or email. During district business hours, reports may also be made in person. Upon the district receiving notice or an allegation of sex-based harassment, the Title IX Coordinator will promptly respond in accordance with the process described at FFH(LOCAL)