Channellock trade school trade-up
Channellock announced its fifth annual Trade School Trade-Up competition winner, the automotive program at Bullard-Havens Technical High School, for its commitment to supporting the skilled trades sector.
“We are excited to announce Bullard-Havens Technical High School in Bridgeport, Connecticut, a SkillsUSA-affiliated school, as our 2022 contest winner,” said Jon DeArment, president and COO at Channellock, Inc.
Roxanne Amiot, head instructor of the Bullard-Havens automotive program, said her students learn skills that they can apply in any career, including the importance of being on time and having good attendance, maintaining a positive attitude, and being open to learning new things.
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“Our students took it upon themselves to enter the Channellock Trade School Trade-Up contest because they knew our program needed the funds and tools,” she said. “Our shop is over 70 years old, and the makeover will give them a new sense of pride,” said Amiot.
The Trade School Trade-Up competition seeks to help close the nation’s skills gap by funding initiatives and tools that will positively impact America’s future tradespeople.
Each year, said the company, the competition awards a trade school program that demonstrates hard work, innovation, and the passion for getting the job done right with a $5,000 cash prize, a full assortment of Channellock tools, and a complete classroom makeover.
Students in plumbing, HVAC, welding, automotive and electrical trades are encouraged to enter, said the firm.
“I am confident that its automotive students will use their new resources to advance the skilled trades sector and support their community,” said DeArment.
