Lopes Limited and Coniston Industrial Park Ltd. have leased a new truck and purchased a new trailer for Rainbow District School Board to take trades education on the road.
According to the release, the Think Trades initiative targets students in Grade 8 by inspiring students to consider the trades in secondary school and beyond.
When the trailer stops at schools in Sudbury, Espanola and Manitoulin Island, students have access to high-quality tools and materials to participate in hands-on projects.
During guided lessons, students learn tool safety, woodworking, metal tooling, simple electrical and plumbing tasks, graphic design and 3D printing.
The Think Trades Trailer will be officially launched today at Alexander Public School where students will engage in hands-on activities.
