Florence City Schools Career, Technical, & Specialized Education

09/03/2026

Cake balls for the teachers, pizza bagels for the first-timers. Culinary 1 hand-decorated and hand-delivered thank-you treats across campus, and Intro to Culinary knocked out their first lab of the year.


GO FALCONS!!

09/02/2026

Professional Skill of the Month: COMMUNICATION

Communication is one of the most important skills students can develop for success in school, the workplace, and everyday life. Being able to listen, speak clearly, ask questions, share ideas, and communicate respectfully can make a lasting difference.

Whether you’re working with a team, interviewing for a job, giving a presentation, or simply having a conversation, strong communication skills help build confidence and create opportunities.

At CTSE, we are preparing students not only for a career, but for success beyond high school.

09/01/2026

WE ARE ACHIEVERS: We’re proud to spotlight Nelson Elliott, one of our LAUNCH students who is gaining valuable hands-on experience at TASUS, where he is exploring the world of automotive manufacturing and advanced technology.

At TASUS, automotive components are manufactured through precision processes that combine plastic materials and advanced machinery. As part of his internship, he works alongside the production team to help ensure that machines and robotic equipment are operating properly and efficiently.

Each day brings a new challenge—and a new opportunity to learn. His responsibilities include troubleshooting equipment, identifying problems, and assisting with repairs when machinery goes down. In the photo, he is welding a nut onto a machine to help restore it to proper working condition.

This internship is providing Nelson with real-world experience in mechanical troubleshooting, welding, robotics, manufacturing, and problem-solving while allowing him to see firsthand what it takes to keep a modern automotive production facility running.

We love seeing our LAUNCH students develop valuable technical skills, gain confidence, and discover career possibilities through authentic workplace experiences!

Keep learning. Keep growing. Keep achieving.

Florence City Schools Florence High School

09/01/2026

WE ARE ACHIEVERS: Meet Raynie, who is gaining valuable, hands-on career experience through her LAUNCH Career-Based Learning placement at Killen Drugs Pharmacy!

As part of her placement, Raynie is currently working in the pharmacy drive-thru, developing professional skills and gaining firsthand experience in a pharmacy setting.

She is also working toward earning her Pharmacy Technician license, taking important steps toward her future career in healthcare.

Raynie has big goals for her future! She plans to attend Auburn University, majoring in Biomedical Sciences – Pre-Pharmacy, with plans to continue on to Pharmacy School.

We are proud to see Raynie taking initiative, gaining real-world experience, and building the skills she will need to achieve her career goals! We can’t wait to see where her hard work and dedication take her.

Florence City Schools Florence High School

09/01/2026

Students at Florence High School can join a Career Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to strengthen leadership, communication, teamwork, and other essential professional skills. CTSOs also provide valuable networking opportunities, allowing students to connect, compete, collaborate, and put their skills into action alongside students and industry professionals from across the state.

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08/31/2026

🚨REMINDER🚨

Falcons, your aerospace career can start now! Join Lockheed Martin Space on September 3 during advisory in the Media Center to learn about hands-on training, career opportunities, and how to prepare for aerospace technology.


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08/26/2026

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08/18/2026

Falcons, your aerospace career can start now! Join Lockheed Martin Space on September 3 during advisory in the Media Center to learn about hands-on training, career opportunities, and how to prepare for aerospace technology.


GO FALCONS!!

08/17/2026

WE ARE ACHIEVERS: The school year may have just started but our CTSE students worked hard during the summer representing Florence City Schools on the state and national stage! Read more on their success in the Falcon Newsroom ➡️ https://www.florencek12.org/allnews

08/17/2026