ALLEN THORNTON CAREER TECHNICAL CENTER

The Allen Thornton Career Technical Center (ATCTC), located in Killen, Alabama, serves as a specialized educational facility within the Lauderdale County School System. Designed to bridge the gap between traditional high school education and the professional workforce, the center provides students with hands-on training and technical instruction in a variety of high-demand career fields. By integrating academic rigor with practical, industry-aligned skill development, the school aims to prepare students for both immediate post-graduation employment and further education in technical colleges or universities.

The curriculum at ATCTC is structured to help students earn professional certifications and gain valuable real-world experience before they leave high school. The center fosters a collaborative environment where students can explore diverse vocational pathways, ranging from industrial and trade skills to modern technological disciplines. By focusing on career readiness, the Allen Thornton Career Technical Center acts as a vital resource for the local community, equipping the next generation of workers with the technical proficiency and soft skills necessary to thrive in an evolving global economy.

7275 Highway 72
Killen, AL 35645-7916
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ALLEN THORNTON CAREER TECHNICAL CENTER is a public school in Killen, AL. See other public high schools in Alabama

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
(Career & Technical School)
Charter School:*
No
District:
Lauderdale County
Total Students:
Not Reported
Teachers:
2
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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