HONOLULU — Honolulu Community College is offering a five-week summer program for Hawaii high school sophomores, juniors, seniors and recent high school graduates to explore career and technical programs ranging from automotive technology to early childhood education to welding.

The Summer CTE Academy offers students the opportunity to find out what life is like on a college campus, learn leadership skills and take part in various programs through interactive activities. The program runs from June 12 through July 17, 8 a.m. to noon weekdays.

Register before March 15 for early bird pricing, $50, or after March 15 for regular pricing at $100. Deadline to register is May 1.

Students will get the chance to gain insight into different career and technical education fields by rotating through three different seven-day program modules.

Programs include automotive; architecture, engineering and construction; carpentry; computing, security and networking; cosmetology; diesel mechanics; early childhood education; fashion; fire and environmental emergency response; music and entertainment learning experience; occupational and environmental safety management; and welding.

“The Summer CTE Academy at Honolulu Community College provides critical early career exploration through a fun, engaging, and hands-on learning environment,” said Honolulu Community College Chancellor Karen C. Lee in a news release. “It's inspiring to see the students uncover their hidden talents and interests, shaping a brighter future for themselves and our communities.”

Individuals with questions regarding the Summer CTE Academy can contact Assistant Professor Norman Takeya at 808-844-2376 or email ntakeya@hawaii.edu.

Sarah Yamanaka covers news and events for Spectrum News Hawaii. She can be reached at sarah.yamanaka@charter.com.