Empowering Educators
to Guide Delaware's Future Workforce
Help students connect classroom learning to real-world careers.
Support Every Learner with Career-Connected Instruction
Delaware Pathways helps educators bridge education and employment by offering students high-quality Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs of Study. Whether you’re starting a new pathway or enhancing an existing one, you’ll find the tools and support to prepare students for meaningful postsecondary success.
Understanding State vs. Local Models of Career Pathways
State Model
- Developed by Delaware DOE
- Standardized curriculum, assessments, credentials
- State-supported PD and work-based learning
- Best for schools seeking proven, scalable solutions
- Requires approval via the DOE CTE application process
Local Model
- Designed by LEAs for specific community/industry needs
- Must align with DOE policy and standards
- Encourages innovation while upholding rigorous outcomes
- Requires approval via the DOE CTE application process
How to Apply to Offer a Program of Study
To offer any CTE Program of Study, state or local, schools must apply through the Delaware Department of Education (DOE). Click below for application templates, quality standards, deadlines, and DOE policies and procedures to guide a successful submission.
Pathways For Educators
Why Career Pathways Matter
- Boost graduation and credential attainment
- Offer students early college credit
- Connect students with employers and mentors
- Align instruction with real career opportunities
CTE Outcomes Snapshot
- 98.1% graduate on time
- 55.6% Earned early postsecondary credits
- 19.30% of CTE students earned an industry-recognized credential
Educator Resources
Our resource center provides the tools needed to uphold brand consistency and effectively communicate the Delaware Pathways narrative.
Delaware Pathways Resources
This resource center provides the tools needed to uphold brand consistency and effectively communicate the Delaware Pathways narrative.
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