I worked in education for 15 years before starting my own antique and toy restoration business. I saw first hand the dismantling of the industrial arts program in schools. Most millennials I try to hire in my shop do not have the basic understanding of how to use simple tools. We need to bring back industrial arts to our schools.
Industrial Arts taught me so much in Jr High. I never progressed beyond the first year, but the skills acquired have been used over the years. I think everyone should have the basics, and be familiar with tools, concepts, and how to do things safely.
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