[raycan]

Isn't it crazy that every student has the wisdom to see that we need our shops, BUT they are being cut out at every turn. SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS, CAN YOU HEAR THIS???
I have been an Industrial Arts/Technology teacher here in NJ for 27 years, and have watched shop after shop close down, and for no good reason. We are a relatively young team (3rd year), and got involved because, among other things, saw it as a way to emphasize the importance of our shop programs (while we still had a few left!).
All of you students, mentors, and advisors need to become proponents for shop programs in your communities. Attend a board of Ed. meeting in your town, and let them know how you feel. It's way more important than doing it here, where you are essentially "preaching to the choir".
Best of Luck this year from Team 1228- A-MERCK-IN-Indians