Spring Homeschool Carpentry Workshop 2023
Hosted on Tuesday, April 4, 2023
Age Range: 8 - 18
Description: This workshop was designed to introduce homeschool students to the basics of hands on learning that is associated with the carpentry trade. Under the guidance of team members from Kinco Constructors, a large general contractor that serves the state of Arkansas, students learned and implemented key carpentry concepts by building dog houses in small groups. They will also got to see various demonstrations and learn about career opportunities in this industry.
Spring Homeschool First Aid / CPR / AED Course 2023
Hosted on Tuesday, April 11, 2023
Age Range: 14 and up
Description: This course was meant to help students feel prepared if an emergency happens in their day to day lives. During this course, students learned how to provide adult first aid, CPR, and how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED) in a safe, timely, and effective manner. After completing the course, students were certified through the American Heart Association.
Spring Homeschool Fire Detection & Suppression Systems Workshop 2023
Hosted on Tuesday, April 18, 2023
Age Range: 8 - 18
Description: We’ve all been through a fire drill and have been taught what to do if a fire occurs. But have you ever thought about what’s involved with installing fire alarms, sprinklers, and other lifesaving systems in buildings and homes? Installing these systems is part of an essential construction trade, one that saves many lives. This workshop was designed to introduce homeschool students to the basics of hands on learning that is associated with installing fire detection and suppression systems in construction. Utilizing a blend of electrical and plumbing principles, students were guided through various activities by team members from VSC Fire & Security, a local contractor specializing in fire safety and security. Students experienced a fire simulator and learned how to properly use an extinguisher; build and install a sprinkler system; build and connect a fire alarm system; and finally, learn how to properly test and inspect that system. Plus they watched a live burn demo on site!
Fall Homeschool Plumbing & HVAC Workshop 2022
Hosted on Tuesday, October 4, 2022
Age Range: 8 - 18
Description: This workshop was designed to introduce homeschool students to the basics of hands-on learning that is associated with the plumbing and HVAC construction trades. We had a morning session for students ages 8-12 and an afternoon session for students ages 13-18. We kicked things off by giving everyone their own set of safety goggles and work gloves. Students were then guided through various activities by team members from Action Mechanical to learn about the plumbing trade and Powers of Arkansas to learn about the HVAC trade. Students also got to learn about career opportunities in these industries.
Fall NWA Homeschool Construction Camp 2022
Hosted on Tuesday, September 20, 2022
Age Range: 12 - 16
Description: This camp was designed to introduce students ages 12 - 16 to a variety of construction trades through hands on learning. Under the guidance of team members from local contractors and suppliers, students participated in different activities and demonstrations to teach students about the following trades: electrical, heavy equipment, concrete, fall protection and fire suppression systems. They also got to take part in a team building carpentry project and popsicle stick bridge building project. This was a great opportunity for students to work with experts from the field while taking a fun approach to learning new skills. Special thanks to Emery Sapp & Sons for letting us use their facility for this program!
Summer Youth Fire Detection & Suppression Workshop 2022
Hosted on Tuesday, July 26, 2022
Age Range: 14 - 18
Description: This workshop was designed to introduce students to the basics of hands on learning that is associated with installing fire detection and suppression systems in construction. The event kicked off with North Little Rock Fire Department doing a burn trailer demo where students got to see the differences in how a fire spreads in a room with sprinklers vs without. Then, utilizing a blend of electrical and plumbing principles, students were guided through various activities by team members from VSC Fire & Security, a local contractor specializing in life saving systems. Students learned how to properly use a fire extinguisher and got to put out a real fire (controlled of course). They learned about the components of a sprinkler system and installed part of it. They also assembled and connected a fire alarm system. Finally, they learned how to properly test and inspect that system.
Summer Youth First Aid / CPR / AED for Adults Course 2022
Hosted on Tuesday, July 19, 2022
Age Range: 14 and up
Description: This course was meant to help students feel prepared if an emergency happens in their day to day lives. During this course, students learned how to provide adult first aid, CPR, and how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED) in a safe, timely, and effective manner. After completing the course, students were certified through the American Heart Association.
Summer Vehicle Maintenance 101 Workshop 2022
Hosted on Tuesday, July 12, 2022
Age Range: 14 - 18
Description: The first hour of this workshop was designed to teach teens ages 14 - 18 the basics of routine vehicle maintenance through various demonstrations and hands on practice. Our facilitators taught students what they needed to know about proper auto care in order to keep their vehicles running smoothly and safely! The learning objectives from this workshop included: Overall Vehicle Safety, Understanding & Finding Your VIN #, Changing a Flat Tire; Checking Oil; Checking Fluids; Checking Battery; and Proper Jump Starting Procedures. During the last hour of the workshop, ABC’s Safety Committee Chairman gave his ‘5 Keys to Safe Driving’ presentation where he reviewed the core principles of Smith System, a leader in crash-avoidance training.
Summer Youth Construction Camp 2022
Hosted on Tuesday, June 21, 2022
Age Range: 12 - 16
Description: ABC teamed up with the local chapter of the National Association of Women in Construction for this program. This camp was designed to introduce students ages 12 - 16 to a variety of construction trades through hands on learning. Under the guidance of team members from local contractors and suppliers, students participated in different activities and demonstrations to teach students about the following trades: electrical, heavy equipment, and road paving. They also got to take part in a team building carpentry project and popsicle stick bridge building project. This was a great opportunity for students to work with experts from the field while taking a fun approach to learning new skills.
Spring Homeschool Carpentry Workshop 2022
Hosted on Tuesday, April 19, 2022
Age Range: 8 - 18
Description: This workshop was designed to introduce homeschool students to the basics of hands on learning that is associated with the carpentry trade. Under the guidance of team members from Mulhearn Wilson Constructors, a local General Contractor and Construction Manager, students learned and implemented key carpentry concepts by building coffee tables in small groups. They will also got to see various demonstrations and learn about career opportunities in this industry.
Spring Homeschool Masonry & Roofing Workshop 2022
Hosted on Tuesday, April 12, 2022
Age Range: 8 - 18
Description: This workshop was designed to introduce homeschool students to the basics of hands on learning that is associated with the masonry and roofing construction trades. Students were guided through various activities by team members from ABC Block & Brick and Roberts-McNutt, Inc. ABC Block & Brick taught students how to apply mortar to stone walls; how to lay a brick wall; and how to lay pavers. Roberts-McNutt taught students about proper roofing and waterproofing techniques. Students also got to see various demonstrations and learn about career opportunities in these industries.
Spring Homeschool First Aid / CPR / AED Course 2022
Hosted on Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Age Range: 14 and up
Description: This course was meant to help students feel prepared if an emergency happens in their day to day lives. During this course, students learned how to provide adult first aid, CPR, and how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED) in a safe, timely, and effective manner. After completing the course, students were certified through the American Heart Association.
Fall Homeschool Carpentry Workshop 2021
Hosted on Tuesday, October 26, 2021
Age Range: 8 - 18
Description: This workshop was designed to introduce homeschool students to the basics of hands on learning that is associated with the carpentry trade. Under the guidance of team members from Kinco Constructors, a large general contractor that serves the state of Arkansas, students learned and implemented key carpentry concepts by building dog houses in small groups. They will also got to see various demonstrations and learn about career opportunities in this industry.