Mat-Su Career & Tech Ed High School

Mat-Su Career & Tech Ed High School (CTEHS) is a specialized magnet school located in Wasilla, Alaska, designed to provide students with a rigorous academic foundation integrated with hands-on professional training. Unlike a traditional high school, CTEHS focuses on career readiness by offering specialized "pathways" that allow students to develop industry-specific skills in fields such as engineering, health sciences, digital arts, culinary arts, and information technology. The school emphasizes project-based learning, which connects classroom theory to real-world applications, preparing students for both post-secondary education and immediate entry into the workforce.

The school operates with a unique culture that mimics a professional workplace, fostering a sense of maturity and independence among its students. Because it is a magnet school, it serves students from across the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District who are looking for a more focused, technical, and pre-professional educational environment. By partnering with local businesses and industry experts, Mat-Su Career & Tech Ed High School ensures that its curriculum remains relevant, helping students earn industry certifications and college credits while they complete their high school diplomas.