Edgerton Explorit Center Launches Trade Sciences Program, Invites Nebraska Schools to Schedule Free Labs and Demos


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The Edgerton Explorit Center; Central Community College (CCC); and 6 Regions, One Nebraska announced the launch of Trades on the Move through the Ken Wortman Trades Science Program. The mobile educational program combines science, engineering, problem-solving, and career exploration to introduce students to the skilled trades. The program’s engaging, hands-on exhibits are targeted to students in grades 3-8. The exhibits are specially designed to introduce students to careers in construction and carpentry, the electrical trades, plumbing and pipefitting, HVAC and energy systems, automotive and diesel technology, manufacturing and robotics, and more.

Free trades science education for Nebraska’s schools

At no cost, schools in Nebraska can schedule Trades on the Move to provide a live demonstration or hands-on learning lab. The Ken Wortman Trades Science Program was created through the generous support of numerous partners. Central Community College is providing a lead investment for each of the next three years. The Nebraska Department of Economic Development—through its 6 Regions, One Nebraska initiative—provided a grant for the program, made possible through the generosity of the Sherwood Foundation. 6 Regions, One Nebraska’s Central Workforce Action Team also played a key role in casting vision for Trades on the Move and recruiting financial supporters. Other major donors to the Ken Wortman Trades Science Program include The Wortman Family Charitable Trust, Chief Industries Foundation, Dinsdale Family Foundation, the Associated General Contractors Nebraska Building Chapter, RMV Construction, Hamilton Telecommunications, Phil Nelson, Klute Manufacturing, and BD Construction.

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