Did You Know…
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- High school students involved in Career and Technical Education are more engaged, perform better and graduate at higher rates.
- 81% of dropouts say relevant, real-world learning opportunities would have kept them in high school.
- The average high school graduation rate for students concentrating in CTE programs is 90.18%, compared to an average national freshman graduation rate of 74.9%.
- More than 70% of secondary CTE concentrators pursued postsecondary education shortly after high school.
*Statistics provided by www.acteonline.org
Many of the academic courses offer the opportunity to earn EDGE credits. All you need is a grade of 75 or higher every nine weeks and on the semester exams.
How big is JRTI?
We usually have between 400 and 500 students enrolled in our high school programs each year.
How much does it cost?
JRTI is FREE to all high school juniors and seniors who reside in Berkeley, Jefferson, and Morgan counties. This includes home-schooled and private school students.
How qualified are our teachers?
JRTI has one of the state’s most qualified and credentialed faculties. All of our teachers are certified by the WV Board of Education and have several years of experience in their field. If you want to be the best, learn from the best!
I'm going to college. Why should I attend JRTI?
The biggest misconception people have about career and technical schools is that students planning to go to college can’t benefit from technical school. They couldn’t be more wrong! All of our programs offer students a leg up over the competition, whether it is on the job or in college. Many of our programs lead directly to a college program. Others offer the practical hands-on side of a discipline that you won’t learn in college.
Can I still participate in activities at my high school?
Absolutely! Even for students who attend JRTI all day. You will still be able to participate in your high school’s clubs, sports, band, and prom; you name it! You will still be a student at your school. You will graduate from that school. You will still see your friends, and make new ones from all over the area.
Is JRTI part of the public school system?
Yes it is. We follow Berkeley County Schools’ schedule and grading system. Students from Berkeley, Jefferson, and Morgan counties attend our programs.
How do I get there?
Students enrolled in public school ride their normal bus to their home high school. After reporting to your home high school, you board another bus to JRTI. The same bus returns you to your home high school after class. You will then ride your normal bus home. Home-schooled and private school students may need to arrange their own transportation.
Can I still take classes at my high school?
Most students attend JRTI for half of the school day. Our tech classes are three periods long. Morning classes are periods one to three. Afternoon classes are periods five to seven.
Can I take my academic classes at JRTI?
We offer a few academic classes. Click here for more information.
I heard tech school was only for students who struggle in their academic classes.
Technical school is not an escape from academic studies. JRTI offers an educational experience that combines academic skills with practical hands-on practice, workplace skills, and leadership training. Our job is to prepare you for the demanding world of the 21st Century. All of our programs incorporate math, reading, and writing. The difference is, you will apply these skills in a way that relates directly to your chosen industry.