SCTEC in the News

Stay informed on the growing regional and statewide attention surrounding the Southland Career & Technical Education Center. Explore recent media coverage highlighting SCTEC’s progress, partnerships, and vision for expanding high‑quality career pathways in the Southland.

Featured News Stories

Governor Pritzker Voices Support for SCTEC

E‑News Park Forest 

Coverage of Governor JB Pritzker’s public endorsement of SCTEC during his 2026 State of the State Address, recognizing the center as a key investment in Illinois’ future workforce and regional economic growth.

Link: enewspf.com/latest-news/governor-pritzker-declares-support-for-southland-career-technical-education-center/

SCTEC Unveils Vision at Community Engagement Event

Homewood‑Flossmoor Chronicle 

Local leaders, educators, and families gathered to learn about SCTEC’s mission, proposed programs, and the regional impact the center aims to deliver for Southland students.

Link: https://www.hfchronicle.com/2024/10/28/southland-career-technical-education-center-unveils-vision-at-community-event/

Southland Schools Advance Plan for Regional Career & Technical Center

Chicago Tribune 

A detailed look at the collaborative effort among Southland districts to transform the former Rich East High School into a state‑of‑the‑art career and technical education hub.

Link: chicagotribune.com/2025/04/04/career-technical-center-former-rich-east-high-school/

Former Rich East High School Could Become SCTEC Campus

WGN‑TV 

A broadcast report highlighting the potential redevelopment of the shuttered Rich East High School into a modern career and technical education center serving students across the region.

Link: wgntv.com/news/cook-county/rich-east-high-school-park-forest-career-tech-center/

Southland Leaders Present Public Plans for SCTEC Campus

Rich Township High School District 227 

District and community leaders formally shared the vision, site plans, and next steps for transforming the former Rich East campus into the Southland Career & Technical Education Center.

Link: rich227.org/article/2138505

Southland Superintendents Champion SCTEC Initiative

Citizen Weekly 

Superintendents from across the region discuss the importance of SCTEC in expanding access to high‑quality career pathways and preparing students for in‑demand careers.

Link: citizennewspapergroup.com/news/2025/apr/16/southland-superintendents-champion-southland-career-technical-education-center/