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Jackie Vester Joins Jeremy Wendt To Discuss CTE In Putnam County Schools

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On this episode of the Local Matters podcast, Jeremy Wendt is joined by Jackie Vester, CTE Supervisor in Putnam County, to discuss how CTE is helping to connect students to career pathways. She talks about her journey to Cookeville, how she found a love for education, and what she has enjoyed most about her job. Jackie also speaks on programs like work-based learning, which allows students to work, intern, and even job-shadow during school days.

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