As the nation celebrates National Career and Technical Education Month, Alachua County Public Schools continues to be recognized as a leader in career and technical education (CTE).
Jennifer Breman, a CTE program specialist with the district, has been elected to serve on the Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) Board of Directors as Counseling and Career Development Division Vice President-Elect.
ACTE is the nation’s largest nonprofit association dedicated to the advancement of career and technical education, representing nearly 30,000 educators, administrators, and workforce development professionals across the country.
Breman was elected by ACTE’s national membership and will begin a one-year shadow term in July 2026, followed by a three-year term beginning July 2027. In this leadership role, she will help guide national initiatives that support career counseling, workforce readiness, and student success.
Breman has served Alachua County Public Schools for five years in the CTE district office, where she supports middle and high school CTE programs, teachers, and students. A former school counselor, she is widely recognized for her student-centered approach and her commitment to helping students explore career pathways and postsecondary opportunities.
Throughout her career, Breman has worked closely with students to build job-seeking skills through résumé development, mock interviews, and soft-skills training. She also mentors students through the Take Stock in Children program and supports Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs), assisting students with competition preparation and serving as a judge at local, state, and national events.
Prior to her district role, Breman taught in the Jobs for Graduates program, where she expanded students’ exposure to careers through field trips, guest speakers, and employer engagement.
“Jennifer’s election to the ACTE Board reflects both her professional expertise and her deep commitment to student success,” said Shannon Ritter, Director of Career & Technical Education for ACPS. “She is an outstanding representative for Alachua County and for career and technical education in Florida.”
ACTE’s mission is to advance education that prepares learners for careers in a global economy. Ritter says Breman’s appointment will bring local insight and experience to the national conversation on career counseling and workforce development.