At Creative Technologies Academy, education goes beyond textbooks and tests. Our goal is to prepare students not only for graduation — but for life.
Throughout February, CTA students are engaging in meaningful experiences that build leadership, responsibility, and real-world skills.
From community partnerships to career-focused learning, these opportunities help students see how their education connects to the world around them.
Learning Through Real-World Experiences
This month, students are participating in field trips that expand learning beyond the classroom.
North Kent Connect
Through this experience, students gain insight into how organizations serve families and strengthen communities. They see firsthand how compassion, leadership, and service can create lasting impact.
Recycling & Environmental Responsibility
On Friday, February 13, Mrs. Putney and Ms. Fues took our 9th and 10th grade students to the Recycling Center to learn more about sustainability, environmental responsibility, and how everyday actions make a real-world impact. These lessons reinforce the importance of stewardship and thoughtful decision-making in everyday life.
Building Leaders Through Peer Mentoring
CTA’s Peer Mentor Activity brings high school students together with fourth graders in a meaningful leadership experience.
As mentors, high school students practice communication, accountability, and encouragement. They serve as role models while building confidence in their own leadership abilities.
For younger students, this connection fosters belonging and support within the larger school community.
Programs like this help students understand that leadership is not about titles — it is about influence, integrity, and example.
Celebrating Career & Technical Education Month
February is also Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, and CTA is proud to highlight students participating in the Kent Career Technical Center (KCTC) program.
SIlas Phipps - Career Focus
Caleb Elliott - Mechatronics
Sam Cassidy - Auto Tech
Kaylee Leys - Graphic Design
Dylan Hunt - Digital Animation and Game Programming
Zander Spielmaker - Networking & Cybersecurity
Owen Carroll - Networking & Cybersecurity
Jax Stebleton - Precision Machining
Magan Davidson - Graphic Design
These programs provide hands-on, career-focused learning that prepares students for college, skilled trades, or direct entry into the workforce.
By combining academic coursework with practical experience, students develop valuable skills including:
Technical expertise
Time management
Professional communication
Problem-solving
Industry awareness
KCTC participation allows students to explore passions early and graduate with a clearer vision for their future.
A School Focused on the Whole Student
At CTA, preparing students for the future means nurturing academic excellence, leadership development, community awareness, and career readiness.
Whether students are serving as peer mentors, visiting local organizations, or gaining hands-on experience through KCTC, they are building the skills and confidence needed to succeed beyond high school.
Discover What’s Possible at CTA
If you are looking for a school that prioritizes real-world learning, leadership opportunities, and career exploration, Creative Technologies Academy offers a supportive environment where students are encouraged to grow.
Visit our Enrollment Page to learn more about our programs, schedule a tour, or begin the enrollment process. We would love to welcome your family to the CTA community.