Formerly known as Education for Employment (EFE), Kalamazoo RESA Career & Technical Education (CTE) equips K-12 students with the academic and technical skills, knowledge and training necessary to succeed in well-paying, high-demand careers.

Through hands-on job training and intensive K-12 curriculum aligned directly with industry standards and 21st Century skills, access to state-of-the-art technology, career coaches and instructional support staff, Kalamazoo County students will be future ready and prepared to thrive in the workforce of tomorrow.

News & Updates

Student Entrepreneurs Set Up Shop for 'Lemonade Day' Project

This summer, KRESA is coordinating the “Lemonade Day” program for Kalamazoo Public Schools' Summer Readiness and Galesburg Augusta and Parchment Active Academy. Students will be setting up their own lemonade stands and selling their products to the community. Lemonade Day prepares kids become the business leaders, social advocates, community volunteers and forward-thinking citizens of tomorrow!

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Partnership Advances CTE System Redesign

KRESA and Southwest Michigan First’s public-private partnership, formed ahead of the 2019 CTE millage campaign, remains strong as the two agencies are united in the goal of redesigning Kalamazoo County’s CTE system.

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Kalamazoo RESA Honors Outstanding Seniors

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Meet Liz Jones - CTE Career Coach

Helping people learn about themselves and explore their next steps is a true passion of Liz Jones, KRESA Career & Technical Education career coach.

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