On Thursday, February 13, W.F. West High School hosted the 4th annual Apprenticeship Panel and more than 300 students attended. Students learned about how apprenticeships work and the many opportunities within various trades.

This event was made possible through the support of professionals who were willing to share information about their trade to W.F. West students, including: Laborers Union- Jeremy Clevenger; NW Washington Electrical Union- Barry Blackburn; Operating Engineers Union- Kevin Tedrick and Chris Hall; PUD/ Lineman- Ed Schlecht & John Prigmore; SW Pipe Trades Union- Seth Thompson; Western WA Sheet Metal Union- Shane Webb.

The event was part of the Student Achievement Initiative with a Career and College Readiness focus. Chehalis School District’s goal is for graduates to be career prepared and successfully obtain a meaningful certificate or college degree post-graduation. Aware, eligible and prepared = ready.

Representatives from Port Blakely shared information about forestry careers with Orin C. Smith Elementary students on Friday, February 7.
During this interactive assembly students learned about the history of Port Blakely, including forestry careers and educational requirements for those jobs. Students learned about forestry equipment and volunteers showcased a variety of forestry equipment.Presenters included: Kelly Stanley, Colby Cooper, Josh Meek, Sarah Rice and Calvin--Port Blakely's forestry dog.
A big thank you to Port Blakely for an assembly that allowed students to better understand how they are preparing now for future careers and the types of forestry careers that are available, as well as the education and training needed for the different forestry jobs.
The event was part of the Student Achievement Initiative with a Career and College Readiness focus. Chehalis School District’s goal is for graduates to be career prepared and successfully obtain a meaningful certificate or college degree post-graduation. Aware, eligible and prepared = ready.