Core Plus Aerospace News
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Lets Celebrate CTE Month!

February is CTE Month and we have a lot to celebrate in Washington state! Here are just a few things students, educators, and industry partners are doing:

  • 3,500+ students enrolled in Core Plus Aerospace
  • 1,500 Core Plus Aerospace graduates hired by Boeing since 2015
  • 5
  • 250+ people hired through the Boeing Pre-Employment Training (BPET) accelerated hiring pathway in 2025

Core Plus Aerospace students’ futures really are limitless, and their options are endless.

Stay Tuned: Core Plus Aerospace Grant Opportunity Opens in March

We’re excited to share that a new Core Plus Aerospace grant opportunity—offered through Partnership for Learning with generous support from Boeing—will open March 2.

This funding is designed specifically for schools currently offering Core Plus Aerospace, to help you deliver, strengthen, or expand your program during the 2026-27 school year. Whether you’re looking to enhance hands-on learning, update equipment, purchase materials, or invest in training that elevates instruction, this grant can help you build even stronger, industry-aligned learning experiences and foundational advanced manufacturing skills for Washington students.

Now is the time to start thinking about your program goals and priorities. Stay tuned for more details next week and get ready to apply!

New Video for Students: What Makes a Good Job Interview?

Along with hands-on manufacturing skills, preparing for interviews is one of the skills Core Plus Aerospace students learn. The mock interview experience helps students build skills they’ll carry into their careers. From learning how to answer tough questions to becoming more comfortable talking through their resume, these skills help students in any career pathway. You’ll also get insights on what Boeing looks for in interviews.

Watch the Video

 

Ready for What’s Next? Start Your Career Path Today!
If you or a student you know is graduating this spring or just starting to explore a manufacturing career path, here are some resources to check out:

  • Enroll in Core Plus Aerospace and start learning by doing! Find a high school or skills center with Core Plus Aerospace today!
  • Complementing Core Plus Aerospace, AJAC’s Youth Apprenticeship is a two-year registered apprenticeship program crafted for high school juniors and seniors. Students build career-ready skills in advanced manufacturing, get paid, and build a pathway to a career!


Core Plus Aerospace in the Spotlight
From classrooms to careers, Core Plus Aerospace is making an impact. We love seeing your stories on social media, your websites, and more. Here are a few spotlights:


Stay Connected

 

Updated 2/25/2026