Schlegel to Lead Education Subcommittee on Vocational Education

February 27, 2025

HARRISBURG – Rep. John Schlegel (R-Lebanon), who is serving his second term on the House Education Committee, announced today he has been named chairman of the committee’s Subcommittee on Career and Technical Education (CTE).

House Republican Leader Jesse Topper and Education Committee Chairman, Bryan Cutler, selected Schlegel to chair this important subcommittee for his knowledge, leadership and appreciation for vocational education in the Commonwealth. 

Now retired, Schlegel was a career educator and administrator in Lebanon County, which is home to Lebanon County Career and Technology Center (LCCTC). He views LCCTC as a great asset and resource for the students of Lebanon County.

“Interest in vocational education is growing sharply while college costs continue to skyrocket,” said Schlegel. “Many of today’s students are looking for choices, and vocational education is a game changer. Our CTCs provide them with the opportunity to acquire a skilled trade in a variety of fields, which can prepare them for a family-sustaining job.”

In many school districts there are waiting lists for vocational education classes. Schlegel’s subcommittee will closely examine policies and issues concerning vocational education and how to make it more available across the Commonwealth.