Key Takeaways

• CTE Pathway Alignment: SchooLinks helps ensure proper sequencing of CTE courses aligned to graduation requirements.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Counselors and CTE staff now work from the same platform.
• Improved Accountability: The platform supports critical data tracking for state reporting.

In the heart of North Texas, Little Elm ISD serves 8,000 students—but competes with much larger districts. As a 6A district, the stakes for performance, especially in CTE programs, are high.

Solving the CTE Scheduling Disconnect

Dr. J.J. Ayers, CTE Coordinator, saw firsthand how students were being placed in incorrect course sequences—jeopardizing their graduation eligibility and state reporting metrics.

"Counselors were assigning courses without full visibility. That’s a problem for CTE. SchooLinks fixed that overnight."

From Reactive to Strategic

Now, SchooLinks ensures students follow their proper endorsement and CTE track, while making it easier for staff to collaborate. The scheduling process has shifted from reactive to strategic—giving every student the best chance at success.

Ayers notes that beyond compliance, SchooLinks empowers the district to elevate their CTE programs by supporting accurate data, better planning, and stronger student outcomes.