Careers Quote by Michael Enzi
“We are looking for ways to decrease the dropout rate. I am pretty sure, if we eliminate career and technical education, we are going to increase the dropout rate.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Education Policy Address, U.S. Senate Committee, 2015
Eliminating career and technical education would likely raise dropout rates because it removes practical pathways for students.
In simple terms: Removing vocational programs may increase dropouts.
Preserve vocational options to keep students engaged.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- high school curriculum planning
- community college outreach
- workforce development
- parent-teacher meetings
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can schools improve vocational curricula?
- What alternatives exist to keep students in school?
If funding is cut, programs may still be ineffective without quality instruction.