Congressman Mark DeSaulnier Addresses Skilled Trades and Apprenticeships Event
Congressman Mark DeSaulnier participated in a Building Trades Parents Night event aimed at showcasing pathways to skilled trades and apprenticeships for families. The event, held at Concord HS, was a collaborative effort between MDUSD, the Torlakson Whole Child Institute, and local trades unions. It featured hands-on demonstrations, information booths, and a workshop on how to enter an apprenticeship. Speakers included MDUSD Superintendent Dr. Adam Clark, Mae Cendaña Torlakson, and CA Building and Construction Trades Council President Chris Hannan. The event highlighted the benefits of skilled trades, with tradeswomen sharing their experiences of financial stability and skill development. Union representatives emphasized that training is often free and job opportunities are plentiful, with California taking on 20,000 new apprentices annually. Attendees, including high school students and their parents, learned about various trades such as plumbing and elevator mechanics, and the requirements for entry into...
