The trades need workers. Schools need a plan

By Micah Ward

October 14, 2026 at 06:44 AM

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What You Need To Know

Skilled trades employers must fill about 1.7 million jobs each year.
Too many learners never make it from training to employment.
Schools can play a bigger role in closing the workforce gap.

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