By Kami Johnston, GCCISD CTE Business and Community Partner Facilitator

Goose Creek CISD (GCCISD) has officially named Daniels Meat Market as the Career and Technical Education (CTE) Partner of the Month for April. While many know the market as a local staple for quality service, the business has evolved into a vital pillar of the school community.

Daniels Meat Market currently serves on the Culinary Advisory Board and hosts teacher job shadows to ensure educators remain current on industry standards. Their commitment to students goes beyond employment; the team provides hands-on coaching for contest preparation and conducts mock interviews to sharpen students’ professional skills.

Recent expansions in the partnership have allowed the district’s meats program to purchase products directly from the market after Daniels became an official vendor. This collaboration extends to the FFA, where the market supports the Ford Leadership program focused on agricultural literacy and provides steadfast backing for students at the Baytown Youth Fair.

The market’s generosity also extends to the district’s faculty. During CTE Month, Daniels helped celebrate all the district's CTE teachers with a thoughtful gift and continued that momentum by hosting lunches during Teacher Appreciation Week. Local students have also benefited from the expertise of the market’s owner, Mr. Jack Adcox, who served as a distinguished judge for the district's Battle of the Bridge Culinary Challenge.

The Daniels team consistently remains available for support and is ready to help. This unwavering commitment to students and staff has cemented their role as a dedicated champion for the future of the district's CTE programs.

To learn more about how local businesses can partner with the Goose Creek CISD Career and Technical Education Department, visit their website, https://schools.gccisd.net/page/cte