ROYSE CITY, TX (Oct. 21, 2026) – Royse City ISD has once again been honored as a CTE District of Distinction by the Career and Technical Association of Texas (CTAT), marking the third year in a row the district has received this prestigious recognition. This designation highlights Royse City ISD’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality career and technical education programs that prepare students for college, careers, and the workforce.
CTAT’s CTE District of Distinction program recognizes Texas school districts that demonstrate strong CTE leadership, innovative programming, alignment with workforce needs, and positive student outcomes. Districts are selected based on established criteria that include industry-based certifications, career pathways, industry partnerships, and other practices that strengthen student preparation for high-demand careers.
“Achieving this recognition for three straight years is a true testament to our passionate CTE teachers and team, whose hard work ensures our students graduate college and career-ready while building a stronger, more vibrant community for years to come,” shared CTE Director Cathleen Petroff.
About the CTE District of Distinction Program
The Career and Technical Association of Texas created the CTE District of Distinction program to recognize districts demonstrating excellence in career and technical education and to highlight practices that can strengthen CTE programs across the state.
For more information about the CTE District of Distinction program and the 2026 application process, visit www.ctat.org.
Submitted press release, Royse City ISD, Cesia Murillo for April Soderquist, Chief Communications Officer.
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