Oakland Schools Technical CampusNE

Oakland Schools Technical Campus Northeast (OSTC-NE), located in Pontiac, Michigan, is one of four regional campuses operated by Oakland Schools designed to provide career and technical education (CTE) to high school students. The campus functions as an extension of local school districts, offering immersive, hands-on training in high-demand career fields. By integrating rigorous academic standards with technical expertise, the school prepares students for both the immediate workforce and post-secondary educational opportunities, often allowing them to earn industry-recognized certifications and college credits while still in high school.

The curriculum at OSTC-NE is structured around career clusters such as engineering, health sciences, construction, information technology, and culinary arts, among others. The campus environment mimics a professional workplace, utilizing state-of-the-art equipment and technology to ensure students gain practical experience relevant to today’s job market. Beyond technical skills, the school emphasizes the development of "employability skills"—such as critical thinking, collaboration, and professional communication—aiming to help students transition successfully into competitive careers or specialized degree programs after graduation.