What Passaic County Technical-Vocational Schools does

Passaic County Technical-Vocational Schools (PCTVS) is a public, county-level school district in Wayne, New Jersey, governed by a Board of Education under the New Jersey Department of Education. It provides tuition-free secondary career and technical education to students in Passaic County through two wholly-owned schools: Passaic County Technical Institute (PCTI), which delivers career and technical education including CTE programs of study, evening trade extension courses, and LPN certification; and PCTI STEM Academy, focused on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics curricula. Adult Career & Continuing Education extends the district's reach to community members seeking workforce reskilling. The district is funded through a combination of state aid, local property taxes, and federal education grants, and does not generate commercial revenue.

PCTVS differentiates through specialized research infrastructure uncommon for a secondary institution. The John Currie Biotechnology Innovation Center houses a DNA Learning Center operated in partnership with Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, and the campus includes a Bioresearch Lab with cell culture capabilities and a Mechatronics Research Laboratory that has produced patented student innovations, including a laser-based system for creating research models from chicken eggs. The district also offers NJROTC, Gifted & Talented programs, Special Education, and a School to Careers program that connects students with workforce opportunities. Marketing and community engagement are conducted through pctvs.org, a TechLife newsletter, mobile apps on iOS and Android, and active social media channels on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

The district has earned national academic recognition, ranking alongside Bergen County Academies as a leading New Jersey institution for student science research and placing third nationally in Regeneron Science Talent Search semifinalists with the strongest finalist showing. Leadership consists of Chief School Administrator Joseph Sabbath, CIO Roberto Rubino, Director of Operations and HR Alaa Abdelaziz, Supervisor of Instruction Stephanie Neris, and Assistant Principal / District Anti-Bullying Coordinator Catiana G. Valik. As a government state entity, PCTVS is not an investable equity and has no private ownership, venture backing, or disclosed financial metrics.

Name

Passaic County Technical-Vocational Schools

Legal name

Passaic County Technical-Vocational Schools

Website

https://pctvs.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Passaic County Technical-Vocational Schools is a public New Jersey school district in Wayne serving Passaic County students (6th-12th grade) and adult learners through Passaic County Technical Institute and PCTI STEM Academy, offering CTE programs, LPN training, and specialized biotechnology and mechatronics research facilities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Career and Technical Education

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Career & Technical Education (CTE) Centers & Programs (EDAJAAAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Community Center Education Programs (EDAAAFAB)

Keywords

• Technical vocational education
• Career technical education
• STEM secondary education
• Adult continuing education
• Special education services

Headquarters

HQ city

Wayne

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Others

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Passaic County Technical-Vocational Schools (PCTVS) is a public school district in Wayne, New Jersey that provides tuition-free secondary technical-vocational education through Passaic County Technical Institute (PCTI) and the PCTI STEM Academy. The district delivers Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs of study, LPN nursing certification, Evening Trade Extension courses, NJROTC, Special Education, Gifted & Talented programs, 6th-8th grade programs, and Adult Career & Continuing Education for community learners.

Product overview

Passaic County Technical-Vocational Schools (PCTVS) is a district comprising multiple schools including Passaic County Technical Institute (PCTI) and PCTI STEM Academy. The district offers technical-vocational education through various CTE programs of study, career education, and specialized academies. Notable facilities include the John Currie Biotechnology Innovation Center with its DNA Learning Center (in partnership with Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory), a Bioresearch Lab with cell culture capabilities, and a Mechatronics Research Laboratory that has produced patented student innovations. The district also offers LPN nursing programs, evening trade extension courses, School to Careers programs, NJROTC, and adult continuing education. The school has been recognized nationally for student science research, ranking among top institutions in the Regeneron Science Talent Search.

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Products and services

• Passaic County Technical Institute (PCTI) The main school within the PCTVS district, offering technical-vocational education including CTE programs of study, career education, evening trade extension, and LPN programs for secondary students in Passaic County.
• PCTI STEM Academy Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics focused academy within the PCTVS district offering specialized STEM programs and curriculum for secondary students.
• CTE Programs of Study (PCTI) Career and Technical Education programs of study at PCTI offering vocational training and career education pathways for secondary students.
• CTE Programs of Study (PCTI STEM) STEM-focused Career and Technical Education programs at the PCTI STEM Academy providing specialized technical training for secondary students.
• LPN (Licensed Practical Nursing) Program Practical nursing certification program offered at the district, preparing students for careers as Licensed Practical Nurses.
• Evening Trade Extension Career education instructor-led evening programs providing trade and technical skills training outside regular school hours.
• School to Careers Program connecting students with career opportunities and workforce development pathways through industry partnerships.
• NJROTC (Naval Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps) Military training and leadership program offered at the district schools, providing Naval Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps instruction.
• Adult Career & Continuing Education Continuing education programs for adult learners in the community seeking career advancement, career transition, skill upgrades, or professional certifications.
• Gifted & Talented Education Specialized education program for gifted and talented students within the district.
• Special Education Special education services for students with disabilities, supporting individualized educational plans within the district.
• 6th-8th Grade Programs Middle school programs for students in grades 6 through 8 offered by the district.
• Supplemental Educational Service (SES) Supplemental educational services offered by the district to support student learning beyond standard instruction.

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Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Cold Spring Harbor LaboratorycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to operate the DNA Learning Center within the John Currie Biotechnology Innovation Center at Passaic County Technical Institute, expanding biotechnology education opportunities for students through access to Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory's educational resources and expertise.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Atlantic County Institute of Technology: New Jersey county vocational-technical institute offering CTE and career-prep secondary education; closely comparable to PCTVS in mission, governance, and program mix.
• Sussex County Technical School: New Jersey county vocational-technical school providing CTE programs to secondary students; comparable as a smaller-scale county technical-vocational district.
• Middlesex County Vocational and Technical Schools: New Jersey county vocational-technical school district offering CTE programs and specialized academies to secondary students; structurally identical to PCTVS in governance, funding model, and program portfolio.
• Mercer County Technical Schools: New Jersey county vocational-technical district providing CTE and specialized secondary education; structurally similar to PCTVS with comparable funding and admissions dynamics.
• Union County Vocational-Technical Schools: New Jersey county vocational-technical district operating multiple academies serving secondary students; directly comparable in structure and program scope.
• Burlington County Institute of Technology: New Jersey county-level vocational-technical institute serving secondary students with CTE programs; directly comparable in governance, mission, and student population.
• Ocean County Vocational Technical School: New Jersey county vocational-technical school serving secondary students with CTE programs; matches PCTVS in mission, public funding model, and career-prep focus.
• Monmouth County Vocational School District: New Jersey county vocational-technical district offering CTE and specialized secondary programs; structurally and functionally analogous to PCTVS.
• Hunterdon County Vocational School District: New Jersey county vocational-technical district providing CTE, STEM, and career-focused secondary education; directly comparable as a county-level technical-vocational district with similar admissions-based enrollment.
• Bergen County Technical Schools: Operates the Bergen County Academies, a New Jersey county-level technical secondary institution frequently cited alongside PCTVS as a top STEM/biotech research school in the state; directly comparable in mission, selectivity, and program mix.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCnhHZU66DoRANQ1xXAR2f9A
• Facebookfacebook.com/PCTI1
• Instagraminstagram.com/pctvs1

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Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries2 records

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