Trades Talk – December 2025
Help Us Finish Strong! Explore The Trades is on a mission to connect kids, teens, and young adults with exciting careers in plumbing, HVAC, and electrical. Our free classroom poster kits (available in English, Spanish, and for kiddos ages five-11) make it easy to spark curiosity about the skilled trades. Did you know…our poster kits […]
Trades Talk – November 2025
Help Us Reach More Students! Explore The Trades is working to connect kids, teens, and young adults with careers in plumbing, HVAC, and electrical. Our free classroom poster kits make it easy to spark interest and start conversations. We’re aiming to reach 3,330 school districts by the end of 2025 and we’re almost there! Thanks […]
Trades Talk – October 2025
Now Open: Skills Lab Equipment Grant Applications! Explore The Trades is thrilled to announce that applications are now open for the “Explore The Trades Skills Lab, Built by Ferguson” equipment grant program! This initiative – proudly built in partnership with Ferguson – empowers schools to create hands-on learning environments that introduce students to the skilled […]
Trades Talk – September 2025
Help Us Reach 25% of U.S. Public School Districts by the End of 2025! Explore The Trades is on a mission to connect students with the skilled trades—and we’re aiming high. By the end of 2025, our goal is to reach 25% of all U.S. public school districts with our resources and messaging. That means we need […]
Trades Talk – August 2025
Explore The Trades Attends National School Counselor Association Conference From July 11–14, Explore The Trades attended the 2025 American School Counselor Association (ASCA) Conference in Long Beach, CA. With nearly 5,000 school counselors and educators in attendance, the event was a hub of innovation and inspiration. Our team connected with over 140 educators and school […]
Trades Talk – June 2025
Explore The Trades and Ferguson Expand Skilled Trades Education with Grants to 10 Schools This past National Skilled Trades Day, Explore The Trades and Ferguson announced the latest recipients of the Skills Lab equipment grants—awarding 10 schools with the tools they need to launch or grow a skilled trades program. Since its start in 2021, […]
Trades Talk – April 2025
Thank you to all the schools that applied for the “Explore The Trades Skills Lab, Built by Ferguson” equipment grants! Please check our website on National Skills Trades Day (May 7th) to see the list of this year’s recipients. Last Chance to Register for the Explore The Trades Fishing Fundraiser – Special Registration Announcement – Pack […]
Trades Talk – March 2025
Join Explore The Trades for a Skills Lab Webinar Whether you’re a teacher ready to give your students hands-on experience in the plumbing, HVAC, or electrical trades or a service business wanting to bring the trades to your community, you’re invited to attend an upcoming webinar about the “Explore The Trades Skills Lab, Built by […]
Trades Talk – February 2025
February 2025 Join Explore The Trades for a Skills Lab Webinar Whether you’re a teacher ready to give your students hands-on experience in the plumbing, HVAC, or electrical trades or a service business wanting to bring the trades to your community, you’re invited to attend an upcoming webinar about the “Explore The Trades Skills Lab, Built by Ferguson” equipment grant program. […]
Trades Talk – January 2025
January 2025 Celebrating 2024 and Success in the Skilled Trades Explore The Trades is proud to share the incredible impact we’ve had in 2024. From launching the fourth year of the “Explore The Trades Skills Lab, Built by Ferguson” program, to increasing our reach and impact in school districts across the country – our work continues to grow and […]