Thank You Lowe’s of Destin

Lowe’s of Destin is investing in tomorrow’s workforce. Store Manager, Shaun Leake, and Assistant Manager Brad Strawbridge donated carpentry tools and supplies to the new program at Bruner Middle School. Mr. James Martin met with Mr. Leake and Mr. Strawbridge and explained that he would be teaching the new carpentry program, and Lowe’s immediately decided to support the program through the generous donation of tools and supplies.

Lowe’s support comes at a time when the skilled trade industry is experiencing a rapidly declining workforce and the need for training the future workforce is critical. The equipment donated will allow students to learn construction standards and OSHA safe work procedures using industry standard tools.

One of the first lessons in which the students participated during their carpentry class was how to measure accurately. Using the measuring tapes provided by Lowe’s, Mr. Martin required students to measure blocks of wood (down to the 8th of an inch) located throughout the room. After the activity was complete, 90% of students were successful in determining measurements.

“I cannot thank Lowe’s enough for this incredible donation,” says teacher James Martin. “This will enable our students to build full size projects in a controlled learning environment using the exact tools they would find on any construction project anywhere in the United States.”

Our partnership with Lowe’s is important in helping address the growing demand for skilled workers across our district and throughout our state. This program provides students with hands-on experience using skills that make a difference in the futures of our students.

THANK YOU AGAIN, LOWE'S OF Destin!!

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