Friday March 25, 2011

Now in its 8^th year, the Secondary Technological Regional Skills Challenge is known as the Olympics of the Trades by Bruce/Grey technology students.   Over 100 students will compete in eight skill areas designed by industry, March 25^th. 

SCHOOLS AND EDUCATORS

• Involvement of 13 area high schools
• Schools have direct input and contact with industry experts who design and support competitions
• Industry partners with education to train future tradespersons

This exciting event will focus on skilled trades and technology careers and has over 40 sponsors, 23 industry judges, 52 teacher/coaches and 20 volunteers.

EVENT LOCATIONS

• Georgian College – Carpentry (team of 2), Culinary Arts, Precision Machining, Small Powered Equipment and Welding
• St. Mary’s High School – Electrical Wiring
• Salon Sisu School of Hair Styling - Hairstyling
• Tommy Holmes VC Memorial Armoury – Automotive Services

BENEFITS:

• Opportunity to demonstrate pride and support for trades and technology careers
• Encourages young people to consider the value of a career in the skilled trades
• Students who achieve top score have the opportunity to advance to Skills Ontario
• Industry and education partnership

Contact information:
Jerry Casey
Superintendent of Education
Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board
799 16^th Avenue
Hanover, Ontario  N4N 3A1
(519) 364-5820
Jerry_Casey@bgcdsb.org