Charleston, WV, May 10, 2021 – The Explore the New Manufacturing Program, in cooperation with the West Virginia Department of Education, announced the celebration of West Virginia Manufacturing Education Day. The proclamation celebrates and recognizes students and educators across the Mountain State for their excellence and commitment to the next generation of workers in the manufacturing industry.
“West Virginia is a regional leader in career and technical education (CTE), and we are tremendously proud of the 94 CTE and ACE manufacturing programs offered during the 2020-2021 school year,” State Superintendent of Schools W. Clayton Burch said. “By providing these educational opportunities to West Virginia students and through the celebration of Manufacturing Education Day, we hope to inspire the country’s next generation of talent to learn more about modern manufacturing.”
Working in partnership with the West Virginia Department of Education, the Explore the New Manufacturing Program, state manufacturers, and educators are joining forces to strengthen manufacturing education programs to narrow the skills gap and guide West Virginia’s youth into opportunities that will lead to long-term, rewarding careers in the manufacturing industry. It is with great pride that today we recognize all the partners who are committed to helping students discover a host of exciting and rewarding careers within the mountain state.
"Today is to recognize those in education and industry who tirelessly cultivate innovative and engaging educational programs connecting student interest and skills with meaningful career opportunities in manufacturing. West Virginia Manufacturing Education Day is a celebration of the state’s students and educators for their excellence and commitment to the next generation in the manufacturing industry workforce,” said Explore the New Manufacturing Program Director Monica Cross.
