Congratulations to the graduates of Central’s 3rd Heavy Metal Summer Experience Camp!

For three weeks in July, students had the opportunity to explore careers in the skilled trades through hands-on projects, safety training, shop tours, and interactive learning experiences. Along the way, they learned from experienced professionals and gained a firsthand look at what a career in the mechanical trades can offer.

We were also honored to welcome HMSE Co-Founder & President Angie Simon and Wichita Mayor Lily Wu to this year’s graduation. Thank you both for taking the time to recognize and encourage our students as they celebrated this milestone.

A program like HMSE is only possible because of the many people who believe in investing in the next generation. Thank you to our volunteers, sponsors, and industry partners, including the Mechanical and Sheet Metal Association of Kansas, Sheet Metal Workers Local 29, UA Local 441, the Workforce Alliance of South Central Kansas, Five Star Mechanical, Kruse Corporation, P1 Service LLC, Waldinger, Hajoca, Winsupply, the Wichita Fire Department, DeWalt, Salisbury, and our Central Team for sharing your time, knowledge, and support throughout the camp.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this year’s HMSE Camp a success, and congratulations again to our graduates. We look forward to seeing where their future takes them!