Dr. Ellen Solek is honored to serve as the Executive Director for the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS); the primary pipeline for Connecticut’s skilled labor workforce. For over 100 years, CTECS has provided high school students and adult learners with the skills to be successful in high-demand technical careers, while equipping Connecticut business and industry with a talented workforce to support economic growth. She is proud to be a part of this story.
Dr. Solek has worked in a variety of educational leadership roles, including numerous years of service as Superintendent of Schools in Connecticut. While Superintendent for the Bristol Public Schools, she was directly involved in the development and implementation of a city-wide career partnership initiative, as well as a successful school-to-work career pathways program. Most recently, she served as Superintendent of Schools for CTECS.
Dr. Solek believes that educational leaders are in the business of serving people first. Student growth, achievement and outcomes do not happen without a solid school foundation built on trust, seamless and open dialogue, and the willingness to engage in critical conversations. Dr. Solek is focused on the development of CTECS business and industry partners, the oversight of agency fiscal operations, and the continued collaboration with state legislators and leaders in support of the CTECS mission and vision.
