News Summary
West Branch High School students are raffling a 10-by-12-foot storage shed built by the school’s Construction Trades program. The raffle aims to fund resources for future educational projects. With each ticket priced at $20, all proceeds will go towards sustaining and expanding the program. The shed will be showcased at upcoming home football games, with the raffle drawing set for the last game of the season. This initiative highlights students’ skills and emphasizes the importance of supporting vocational training in the community.
West Branch, Ohio — Students Raffle Off Storage Shed to Support Construction Program
Students at West Branch High School are offering a unique opportunity for community members to contribute to their construction education while potentially winning a practical prize. A 10-by-12-foot storage shed built by the school’s Construction Trades students is now being raffled, with all proceeds going toward funding the program for future students.
Student-Built Shed and Its Significance
The shed is a recent project completed by students participating in the school’s Construction Trades program. This program actively involves students in hands-on learning, allowing them to develop real-world skills in various aspects of carpentry and construction. The students learned and practiced key tasks such as wall construction, roofing, foundation layout, trim carpentry, soffit and fascia installation, rafter layout, sheathing, and joist layout.
Successfully finishing the third-year course provides students with several valuable credentials. They earn a Career Connections Certification, which recognizes their proficiency in trade skills. Additionally, students receive 12 alternative graduation credits and achieve state certification as apprentice carpenters. These accomplishments help prepare students for employment opportunities or further education in construction-related fields.
Raffle Details and How to Participate
The completed shed will be showcased during upcoming home football games at West Branch High School, giving community members a chance to view the project firsthand. Raffle tickets are available for purchase at these games, the high school office, or directly from students in Rodger Sharp’s Building Construction Trades class. Each ticket costs $20.
All proceeds from the raffle will contribute to the sustainability and expansion of the Construction Trades program. Funds collected will help purchase materials, tools, and resources necessary for ongoing student projects and educational activities.
The raffle drawing is scheduled to take place during the last home football game on October 17, 2025. The winner will be announced at that time, and the shed will be claimed as a prize by the lucky community member.
Official Perspectives and Contact Information
Superintendent Micki Egli emphasized that the project demonstrates students’ hard work and dedication. She also highlighted the importance of the initiative in supporting the long-term success of the Construction Trades program, ensuring that future students will have access to similar educational opportunities.
For additional inquiries or to purchase tickets outside of scheduled events, interested individuals can contact Rodger Sharp via email at [email protected].
Background Context
The West Branch High School Construction Trades program is part of the broader Career Connections Apprenticeship Program, which integrates academic learning with practical trade skills. This program aims to prepare students for careers in construction, providing certifications and credits that can be valuable in their future professional pursuits.
The project exemplifies how educational initiatives can combine community engagement, skill development, and fundraising efforts to promote vocational training and student success in Ohio school districts.
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