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Elementary and middle school students in La Center School District, Hockinson School District, Washougal School District, and Ridgefield School District rolled up their sleeves to explore careers in the construction trades through hands-on Construction Trades Camps this summer.

The camps, offered in partnership with the Southwest Washington Contractors Association (SWCA), gave students the opportunity to pour concrete, learn electrical basics, and develop woodworking skills while creating cedar planter boxes, toolboxes, cutting boards, and benches.

“Watching young students take pride in what they built was one of the highlights of the summer,” said Brent Mansell, CTE teacher at Washougal School District. “These camps provide a fun way for students to gain trade skills while learning directly from professionals who are passionate about their craft.”

Read more: www.esd112.org/news/construction-summer-camps-teach-real-world-skills-at-clark-county-schools/