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Welcome to Grundy Area Vocational Center!

GAVC students have the extraordinary opportunity to gain practical knowledge, acquire new skills, and explore a variety of careers. We aim to prepare and promote our students for an ever-changing world. Our instructors stress problem-solving and critical thinking skills with an emphasis on teamwork. Our mission at GAVC is to create opportunities for all students with challenging career and technical education programs and experiences leading to productive employment and lifelong learning.
 
Programs offered include Agriculture, Automotive Technology, Building Trades, Computer Graphics & Multimedia Design, Criminal Justice, Cosmetology, Culinary Arts,  Entrepreneurship, Fire Science, Foundations of Teaching, Health Occupations, and Welding.
Building Trades students practicing skills

Check Out Our Newsletter!

This month we highlighted our Building Trades, Automotive, Health Occupations, and Agriculture programs! Stay up to date with the latest happenings and take a look at our December Director Award Winners!

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GAVC students pose in front of Field Day

GAVC Entrepreneurship visits Field Day

Students in our Entrepreneurship program had the opportunity to visit and speak with the owner of a local business, Field Day, gaining valuable insight into what it takes to run a successful business.
GAVC Program Collage

"DISCOVERING A FUTURE THAT WORKS"

At Grundy Area Vocational Center, students gain more than classroom knowledge — they gain experience, confidence, and direction. Our programs connect learning with career pathways that inspire success in every student.