GENEVA, Ala. (WDHN) — February is Career Technical Education month in Alabama.

Statewide, more than 180,000 high school students are involved in learning a trade while working toward their academic diplomas.

Geneva Mayor David Hayes along with a delegation of teachers and state lawmakers took part in
the signing of a proclamation noting CTE month.

Since first taking office, Governor Ivey has stressed making high school students prepared for
higher education and being career ready.

At Geneva, high school and G-tech provide career training for both Geneva city and Geneva County students. These young people have more than a dozen careers they can choose from
Like health sciences and automotive repair.