Southeast Michigan Contractors Issue 2 2023 17 “The passion from the students while they learn about these career options is palpable,” said Fraser High School teacher, William Justice. “This is an overwhelming moment as an educator to see students’ eyes light up when they discover the career path for them. There’s quite a few students at Fraser High School who have talked with me about going to work in construction, but don’t know what specific trade, so we’re grateful to be here today to help some of them figure that out.” The biggest takeaway for Melanie, a senior at Lamphere High School is that a career in construction can lead to many more possibilities. Melanie said that she was encouraged hearing that she can go into electrical or carpentry and then open her own business down the road. Melanie also mentioned that if owning a business isn’t her dream after joining the workforce, she can pivot into safety and help protect the industry. “At 18 years old, I know I want to work with my hands and the best thing about the trades is I can do just that and then make those important decisions about SEMCA FIELD TRIPS OVERVIEW Students are challenged to bend thick wire by hand.
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