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February 2026 - This report examines how Career and Technical Education (CTE) can evolve to prepare students for an AI-driven workforce. It traces AI's trajectory, explores its impact on the future of work, and provides actionable guidance for CTE educators, policymakers, employers, and researchers. The report introduces the Applied Co-Intelligence (ACI) model—a framework designed for the realities of technical education in the AI era. The ACI model goes beyond teaching learners to use AI tools to ensure they are equipped with the uniquely human skills to critique, direct, and collaborate with AI. As our tools get smarter, we must get wiser. Drawing on research, interviews, policy developments, and emerging practice, the report serves as both a roadmap and a call to action for all stakeholders committed to equitable, future-ready workforce preparation in CTE.