Katy ISD Offers Career Ready Programs Designed to Help Students After Graduation
KATY MAGAZINE NEWS
November 11, 2026
By Natalie Cook Clark
Katy ISD continues to offer students skills for success after graduation in many fields. By continually to evaluate industries, they help support students in growing career paths.
Students interested in learning more about the various Career Opportunity programs such as the Class A Commercial Driver’s License program can complete a form that Katy ISD shared via social media yesterday.
Like other programs, the Class A Commercial Driver’s License Program offers a combination on hands-on experience with classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel training.
This academic year, Katy ISD introduces its new Underground Utility Location program, providing students with hands-on training for one of the nation's fastest-growing skilled trades. Sponsored by USIC, the nation's largest underground utility locating company, this innovative Career and Technical Education (CTE) program teaches students to locate and identify underground electric and natural gas utility lines using industry-standard technology.
“Students develop essential skills in safety, mapping, problem-solving and damage prevention while gaining real-world experience,” explains a representative with Katy ISD. “As communities continue to grow and infrastructure investments increase, trained utility locators play a vital role in protecting people, preventing service disruptions and supporting construction projects.”
Programs such as Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Texas Real Estate Sales Agent, Water and Wastewater Operator and Underground Utility Location allow students to graduate with the knowledge, technical skills and credentials employers are seeking today. Last year, Katy ISD graduated their first students from the Water Operator Licensing Program.
By partnering with industry leaders and aligning coursework with workforce needs, these Career and Technical Education pathways help address critical workforce shortages across Texas while empowering students to discover meaningful careers, reduce the cost and time required for postsecondary training and become productive contributors to the communities they serve.
As employer needs evolve and new career pathways emerge, the District will continue exploring innovative programs and partnerships that provide students with industry-recognized certifications, hands-on learning experiences and opportunities to enter high-demand careers.
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