ANEW Construction Trades

Program Description

ANEW's Youth Exploration Program (YEP) partners with the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation to provide hands-on technical training in the construction trades to students ages 16-18 with an Individualized Education Program (IEP), 504 Plan, or any other documented concerns.

Program Components:

Training: Participants engage in 80-hour paid training that provides practical experience in various trades.
Career Exploration Activities: Students explore different trades through job site tours, informational interviews, and job shadowing opportunities.
Strength Building: The program emphasizes personal development by teaching self-advocacy, effective communication, and teamwork.

Program Benefits:

Hands-On Experience: use tools and build practical skills
Paid Training Opportunities: earn while you learn
Pathway to Apprenticeships: gain foundational knowledge and experience
Supportive Learning Environment: a program tailored to support diverse learning needs
Resume support: students receive direct support in preparing their resume
Continued Support: ANEW staff serve as references on future applications

Application deadline: May 18 is the priority deadline. Applications received after the deadline may be considered if there is space.
Program dates:
- Cohort 1: July 7-18, M-F
- Cohort 2: July 21-August 1, M-F
- Program times are between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Meeting location: Lincoln High School
Notification of selected applicants: Early June
Certification(s) offered: Certificate of completion, direct entry into ANEWs Pre-Apprenticeship Program, and Financial Literacy through EverFi
Approximate hours to complete: 80 (per cohort)
Total spots available: 20 per cohort
Credits toward graduation: 0.5 CTE Credits
Special considerations for this program: Ages 16-18; must have an IEP, 504 plan, or other documented concern
For additional information, please contact Jeff Klancke: jklanck@tacoma.k12.wa.us

May 18 is the priority deadline. Applications received after the deadline may be considered if there is space.
TPS students must be logged into their TPS account to apply
Applications take 15-20 minutes to complete
Students will be asked to provide contact information for themselves and a parent/guardian
Read the program description, requirements and dates prior to applying.