The Sugar-Salem Diggers begin excavation for the new Career Technical Education Center

A groundbreaking ceremony took place in Sugar City for the new Career Technical Education Center, a project that will offer high school students the opportunity to learn trades while still in school. The center, located within the Sugar-Salem School District, will provide programs in auto-tech, welding, and certified nursing assistant training, with plans to expand into other fields such as emergency medical technician training in the future. The building, set to be completed in August 2025, will feature four classrooms, two shops, and office space on a 2.1-acre property. Community partners such as Madison Memorial Hospital, Mountain View Hospital, Taylor Chevrolet, Stone’s, and Woody Smith Ford will contribute equipment and donations to support the programs. The $3.9 million project is funded in part by the Idaho Career Ready Students Grant and district funds. District Superintendent Jared Jenks emphasized the importance of adapting education to meet the changing needs of in-demand careers and provide diverse opportunities for students. Chairwoman of the District 322 Board of Trustees, Kristin Galbraith, highlighted the center’s role in bridging academic education with hands-on learning to prepare students for future success. The facility aims to provide students with a pathway to future education and career opportunities, with plans to potentially offer adult evening classes through the College of Eastern Idaho. More information is available on https://www.eastidahonews.com/

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