List of schools in Arizona that have Construction pathway programs

1. Chandler Unified School District (CUSD) – Chandler, AZ

Program Type: Construction Technologies Pathway (2-year CTE sequence with NCCER-aligned modules; includes drafting, framing, and work-based learning).
Schools: Hamilton High School, Perry High School, Basha High School (centralized via district CTE hub).
Contact: CTE Director, Chandler USD, 1520 W. Frye Rd., Chandler, AZ 85248; (480) 812-7000; cte@cusd80.com.
Craft Instructors Contact Information:
NUCA State Director:
NUCA Local Assigned Representative:
Purple Wave Assigned Local Representative:
Caillouet Foundation Assigned Local Representative: Donald R Callaway

2. Deer Valley Unified School District (DVUSD) – Phoenix/Glendale, AZ

Program Type: Construction Trades Pathway (3-year program with NCCER Core; partners with West-MEC JTED for advanced certification).
Schools: Barry Goldwater High School, Deer Valley High School, Greenway High School.
Contact: CTE Coordinator, DVUSD, 20402 N. 35th Ave., Glendale, AZ 85308; (623) 445-5000; cte@dvu sd.org.
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NUCA State Director:
NUCA Local Assigned Representative:
Purple Wave Assigned Local Representative:
Caillouet Foundation Assigned Local Representative: Donald R Callaway

3. Paradise Valley Unified School District (PVUSD) – Phoenix, AZ

Program Type: Construction Technologies (7–12 pathway with NCCER certification; includes site preparation, electrical/mechanical systems).
Schools: North Canyon High School, Paradise Valley High School.
Contact: CTE Director, PVUSD, 15002 N. 32nd St., Phoenix, AZ 85032; (602) 449-2000; cte@pvschools.net.
Craft Instructors Contact Information:
NUCA State Director:
NUCA Local Assigned Representative:
Purple Wave Assigned Local Representative:
Caillouet Foundation Assigned Local Representative: Donald R Callaway

4. Queen Creek Unified School District (QCUSD) – Queen Creek, AZ

Program Type: Construction Trades Pathway (NCCER Level 1; focuses on residential/commercial building with internships).
Schools: Combs High School, Queen Creek High School.
Contact: CTE Specialist, QCUSD, 21202 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Queen Creek, AZ 85142; (480) 987-3390; cte@q cusd.org.
Craft Instructors Contact Information:
NUCA State Director:
NUCA Local Assigned Representative:
Purple Wave Assigned Local Representative:
Caillouet Foundation Assigned Local Representative: Donald R Callaway

5. Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) – Scottsdale, AZ

Program Type: Construction Management Pathway (CTE sequence with NCCER credentials; includes engineering crossover via EVIT partnership).
Schools: Chaparral High School, Desert Mountain High School, Coronado High School.
Contact: CTE Director, SUSD, 3850 N. 16th St., Phoenix, AZ 85016; (602) 870-6715; cte@susd.org.
Craft Instructors Contact Information:
NUCA State Director:
NUCA Local Assigned Representative:
Purple Wave Assigned Local Representative:
Caillouet Foundation Assigned Local Representative: Donald R Callaway

6. Phoenix Union High School District (PUHSD) – Phoenix, AZ

Program Type: Construction Trades Pathway (NCCER-aligned at Metro Tech Center; includes carpentry, electrical, and work-based learning).
Schools: Metro Tech High School (central campus serving multiple high schools).
Contact: CTE Director, PUHSD, 4502 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85012; (602) 232-4000; cte@phxhs.k12.az.us.
Craft Instructors Contact Information:
NUCA State Director:
NUCA Local Assigned Representative:
Purple Wave Assigned Local Representative:
Caillouet Foundation Assigned Local Representative: Donald R Callaway

7. Pima Joint Technical Education District (Pima JTED) – Tucson, AZ

Program Type: Construction Technologies (NCCER Certification; hands-on with blueprint reading, framing; serves 36+ high schools).
Schools: Pima JTED Central Campus (satellite programs at all Pima County high schools, e.g., Rincon High School).
Contact: CTE Coordinator, Pima JTED, 915 E. Ajo Way, Tucson, AZ 85713; (520) 352-5833; info@pimajted.org.
Craft Instructors Contact Information:
NUCA State Director:
NUCA Local Assigned Representative:
Purple Wave Assigned Local Representative:
Caillouet Foundation Assigned Local Representative: Donald R Callaway

8. Northeast Arizona Technological Institute of Vocational Education (NATIVE) – Multiple Sites, AZ

Program Type: Construction Technologies Pathway (NCCER-aligned; includes drafting, welding integration).
Schools: Chinle High School (Chinle USD), Ganado High School (Ganado USD), Tuba City High School (Tuba City USD), Window Rock High School (Window Rock USD).
Contact: CTE Director, NATIVE, 354 N. 9th St., Show Low, AZ 85901; (928) 536-6177; info@nativedistrict.org.
Craft Instructors Contact Information:
NUCA State Director:
NUCA Local Assigned Representative:
Purple Wave Assigned Local Representative:
Caillouet Foundation Assigned Local Representative: Donald R Callaway

9. Arizona Western College (AWC) – Yuma, AZ (Dual Enrollment with High Schools)

Program Type: Construction Technology NCCER Certification (Core + Level 1; partners with local districts for high school pathways).
Schools: Yuma Union High School District (e.g., Gila Ridge High School, Cibola High School).
Contact: Workforce Development Coordinator, AWC, 2020 S. Avenue 8 E, Yuma, AZ 85365; (928) 317-7674; continuinged@azwestern.edu.
Craft Instructors Contact Information:
NUCA State Director:
NUCA Local Assigned Representative:
Purple Wave Assigned Local Representative:
Caillouet Foundation Assigned Local Representative: Donald R Callaway

10. PPEP, Inc. (Portable Practical Educational Preparation) – Tucson, AZ (Serves Multiple Districts)

Program Type: NCCER Construction Certification (Level 1; pre-apprenticeship for high school completers).
Schools: Serves Tucson Unified School District (e.g., Pueblo High School) and others via ARIZONA@WORK partnerships.
Contact: Program Director, PPEP, Inc., 8677 E. Golf Links Rd., Tucson, AZ 85730; (520) 748-2211; info@ppep.org.
Craft Instructors Contact Information:
NUCA State Director:
NUCA Local Assigned Representative:
Purple Wave Assigned Local Representative:
Caillouet Foundation Assigned Local Representative: Donald R Callaway

Notes

Program Details: Arizona’s CTE construction programs emphasize NCCER standards (e.g., Core Curriculum for entry-level skills), with 67,078 credentials awarded statewide in 2024 (ADE data). Pathways often lead to apprenticeships and IIJA-funded jobs.
Coverage: Focus on public high schools/districts; charter/private programs (e.g., American Leadership Academy in Gilbert) may exist but lack statewide listings.
Sources: Arizona Department of Education CTE pages, JTED reports, district sites (e.g., CUSD, SUSD), and NCCER directories. For updates, contact ADE CTE at (602) 542-4365 or Michelle.Martinez@azed.gov.

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