School Overview
Two of our district's Career Technical Education (CTE) centers will merge at 100 Midland Ave. in downtown Lexington and be ready for classes in August 2025. Eastside and Southside have housed CTE programs since the 1970s. This merger will give us space to increase our enrollment as we develop hybrid programs and a skilled workforce to meet industry demands in our community.
Spaces in the former Herald-Leader building, which Fayette County Public Schools has fully renovated, include administration areas on each floor for easier student support, labs and classrooms, and collaborative breakout areas. The building also features energy-efficient designs, which are a priority for our district.
Students have already taken the lead in shaping their learning spaces -- choosing classroom seating, designing flexible shared spaces, and selecting materials that enhance collaboration and creativity. Students also contribute to other key decisions, ensuring a school built for and by them.
Three Pillars of Innovation
Intentional Integration
Our approach integrates career pathways, emerging technologies, and transferable skills to provide students with interdisciplinary, project-based learning that mirrors real-world industry practices.
Synergistic Partnerships
We cultivate dynamic industry collaborations through real-world experiences and innovative internships. Examples:
- KC7
- Valvoline Global
- Lexmark
- Kentucky Chamber Foundation (UK HealthCare, CHI Saint Joseph Health, Baptist Health, etc.)
- Gray
- The Hearing and Speech Center
- Complet3D
Research & Development
The HILL fosters a culture of curiosity and innovation where students actively experiment, prototype, and refine ideas alongside industry experts, creating immediate value in real-world applications.
