Dive into a dynamic workshop designed to empower middle school students through Career and Technical Education (CTE). This session will explore innovative strategies to integrate work-based learning opportunities that connect students with real-world experiences early on. Participants will discover how to foster career exploration in a way that excites young learners about their future possibilities while cultivating essential leadership skills. Join Haley Gruber (Cambridge Jr./Sr. High), Elise Main (ROWVA Jr./ Sr. High), and John Heiser (FCAE), as we share practical tools and insights that can transform your CTE program, helping students navigate their career paths and develop into tomorrow’s leaders.