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Due to adverse weather conditions, the inaugural car show of the Ralston High School automotive club has been canceled. Despite this setback, club officials are optimistic and plan to hold another show in April as part of their fundraising efforts. The club has seen a surge in membership and is focused on promoting skilled trades education. With ongoing support and mentorship, the club aims to inspire students to pursue careers in the automotive field and other technical areas.
Ralston – The Ralston High School automotive club’s inaugural car show, part of the Ralston Days celebration, was canceled on Monday due to adverse weather conditions. This car show was anticipated to be a significant fundraiser for the club, which helps cover operational costs, including trips, projects, and equipment acquisitions.
Although the cancellation was not deemed a major setback by club officials, they acknowledged that the fundraising potential could have benefitted their ongoing projects. In lieu of the canceled event, the automotive club is gearing up for another car show, scheduled for the end of April, to help support its initiatives.
The automotive club has recently experienced a surge in student interest, starting this school year with an increased membership of over 20 students, up from just three when it was first founded. This growth signifies a broader trend at Ralston High School, which is actively emphasizing trades and Career and Technical Education (CTE) learning as viable pathways for students. The school aims to inspire more students to consider careers in skilled trades, which include professions such as automotive technology, electrical work, plumbing, and HVAC, all of which have demonstrated promising job prospects according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Recent graduate and co-founder of the automotive club, Luis Tirado, has highlighted the persistent need for technicians in the workforce and expressed a desire for more students to engage with automotive and autobody disciplines. Tirado has completed his training in the autobody program and is currently employed at a local auto body shop. He is hopeful for the establishment of a welding program and a small autobody program at Ralston High School in the near future, emphasizing the critical role that ongoing mentorship from automotive instructor Javan Lucero plays in this initiative.
As the automotive club prepares for the upcoming car show in April, club leaders are also exploring alternative fundraising methods to ensure financial sustainability throughout the year. The club’s activities not only allow students to immerse themselves in hands-on automotive skills but also nurture a collaborative environment where they can learn about various trades, equipping them with knowledge that is highly valued in today’s job market.
The Ralston High School automotive club serves as a fulfilling opportunity for students to gain practical experience while fostering an interest in careers that require technical expertise. The project’s expansion and growing membership attest to the increased recognition of the importance of skilled trades in the current employment landscape, as the school district endeavors to prepare its students for successful careers.
With the cancelation of the initial car show, the community hopes to rally in support of the automotive club at their next scheduled event, signaling growing interest and investment in local youth pursuing careers in trades. Through their fundraising events and educational initiatives, the automotive club aims to create a robust environment that inspires future generations to excel in skilled professions.
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