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The construction trades programs in Montgomery County Public Schools are supported by the Montgomery County Students Construction Trades Foundation, Inc. This non-profit foundation is a cooperative venture of the school system and volunteers from local businesses and professionals within the construction industry. The Construction and Development Cluster offers two career pathways. A design pathway with the Principles of Architecture and CAD Technology program and a construction pathway that includes 5 construction craft programs: Carpentry, Construction Electricity, HVAC, Masonry and Plumbing. The design and construction of a student house project, involving students from Thomas Edison High School of Technology and Damascus High School, is part of each student’s experience. The curriculums for all of the programs have post secondary articulation agreements.

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Young American 37 - November/December 2008 : During the month of November, Carpentry, Electrical, HVAC, and Plumbing classes complete punch list task for the close-in inspection that was issued on December 1st. Electrical students assisted in the installation of the security system donated by Splaine Securicty Systems. Masonry students completed the install of the masonry package. During the month of December, Carpentry students from Damascus and Thomas Edison installed part of the insulation package. Installation of the the drywall followed.

Young American 37 - November/December 2008

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Updated: Feb 02, 2009 6:27am PST

Young American 37 - September/October 2008 : During the months of September and October 2008, construction programs were completing punch lists for upcoming close-in inspections. For carpentry classes that included siding repairs and installation; installation of porch columns; boxing in beams and ducts; and installing nailers. For masonry classes that included replacing stained bricks; and installating slate on retaining walls and porch deck. For plumbing classes that included installing radon and plumbing vents; testing of water lines; installing gas service lines and manifold; and installing sprinkler package. For HVAC classes that included setting and connecting heat pump and out side condenser; setting and connecting furnace/AC unit and outside condenser; and connecting all duct, refrigerating lines, and utility connections; and installing linesets. For electrical classes that included installing phone and cable wiring; installing security system; and roughing in future low voltage connection. The Plumbing program secured WSSC Close-In and WSSC Gas Close-In inspections.

Young American 37 - September/October 2008

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Updated: Dec 03, 2008 7:26am PST

Young American 37 - Open House : On May 22, 2008, an Open House was held at the Young American 37 house site at 3714 Munsey Street, Silver Spring, Maryland. Parents, friends, and community members along with students, teachers, and foundation staff viewed the construction progress for the '07-'08 school year.

Young American 37 - Open House

On May 22, 2008, an Open House was held at the Young American 37 house ...

Updated: Aug 05, 2008 7:54am PST

Young American 37 - January-May 2008 : During the months of January thru May, carpentry students completed inside framing and exterior siding. Masonry students completed much of the brick veneer. Plumbing, Electrical, and HVAC students completed the rough-ins for each of the trades. A sub contractor installed the water and sewer taps for YA 37 and YA38. During the months of March thru May construction students installed a basement addition to YA36.

Young American 37 - January-May 2008

During the months of January thru May, carpentry students completed in ...

Updated: Aug 06, 2008 8:11am PST

Young American 37 - December 2007 : During the month of December, Masonry classes continued installing the brick veneer to the front porch and walkway. Carpentry classes from Thomas Edison High School of Technology and Damascus High School erected the second floor exterior walls and installed the window and exterior door package. Plumbing classes began the installation of DWV, electrical classes installed the panel box, and HVAC classes cut out floor vents. Subcontractors installed the roof trusses and shingles.

Young American 37 - December 2007

During the month of December, Masonry classes continued installing the ...

Updated: Dec 28, 2007 7:42am PST

Young American 37 - November 2007 : During the month of November, Masonry classes continued installing the brick veneer to the driveway entrance. TEHST Carpentry classes installed the exterior walls, constructed and installed first floor interior walls, and installed second floor trusses as well as second floor decking. Second floor walls that were constructed by Damascus High School's Carpentry class were delivered to the site.

Young American 37 - November 2007

During the month of November, Masonry classes continued installing the ...

Updated: Dec 05, 2007 6:09am PST

Young American 37 - October 2007 : During the month of October, the foundation contractor completed the installation of foundation walls. Masonry students began the laying of block and brick veneer. Carpentry students installed sill plates, basement structural walls, stair core, structural beams, floor trusses, and first floor decking.

Young American 37 - October 2007

During the month of October, the foundation contractor completed the i ...

Updated: Oct 26, 2007 9:45am PST

Young American 37 - September 2007 : During the month of September, excavation for the foundation, demolition of a boulder, installation of a concealed extension of the existing stormwater drain, and framing/pouring of footers were completed.

Young American 37 - September 2007

During the month of September, excavation for the foundation, demoliti ...

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Young American 37 - August 2007 : During the month of August 2007, lots 3 and 2 on Munsey Avenue were cleared and a construction entrance was installed.

Young American 37 - August 2007

During the month of August 2007, lots 3 and 2 on Munsey Avenue were cl ...

Updated: Sep 13, 2007 5:44am PST

Career Development Activity - Sprinkler Seminar : On September 18, 2008, John Thompson of Tri-State Fire Protection Services conducted a sprinkler seminar for the Plumbing and Foundations of Building and Construction Technology classes at Thomas Edison High School of Technology. The seminar provided 42 students with background information about sprinkler systems. Students will assisting in the sprinkler install for for YA37. Tri-State Fire Protection Services, Inc., 4222-G Howard Avenue, Kensington, MD 20895

Career Development Activity - Sprinkler Seminar

On September 18, 2008, John Thompson of Tri-State Fire Protection Serv ...

Updated: Sep 24, 2008 6:02am PST

Career Development Activity - ABC of Metro Washinton Presentation : On September 15, 2008, Jason Roberts, Director of Education for Associated Builders and Contractors of Metro Washington conducted a presentation for all of the construction technology students at Thomas Edison High School of Technology. All students in the construction programs are also registered in the ABC apprenticeship and craft trainee program and are listed in the National Center for Construction Education Research (NCCER) database. NCCER's National Registry is a national database maintained by NCCER. It tracks the names of individuals who have successfully completed any of the standardized Contren® Learning Series curriculum. NCCER sponsors, contractors, and individuals can obtain instant access to current and potential employees' training history. In addition, Foundation Office staff, Judyn Rengers and Mike Fekete provided information about the Montgomery County Students Construction Trades Foundation, Inc. http://www.abcmetrowashington.org/ http://www.nccer.org/nationalRegistry.aspx

Career Development Activity - ABC of Metro Washinton Presentation

On September 15, 2008, Jason Roberts, Director of Education for Associ ...

Updated: Sep 24, 2008 7:09am PST

Career Development Activity - Remodeling Show 2008 : On September 12, 2008, 31 construction technology students from Thomas Edison High School of Technology took part in The Remodeling Show 2008 at the Baltimore Convention Center. The event gave students the opportunity to expand their knowledge of the industry by networking with top manufacturers. More than 300 companies filled the trade show floor, providing attendees with 88,000+ square feet of practical information and business opportunities. http://www.theremodelingshow.com/Remod08/public/enter.aspx?left=0

Career Development Activity - Remodeling Show 2008

On September 12, 2008, 31 construction technology students from Thomas ...

Updated: Sep 23, 2008 10:30am PST

Career Development Activity - TracPipe Seminar : On September 9, 2008, Kevin Cerretani representing The JOYCE Agency conducted a flexible gas piping seminar using TracPipe for Plumbing and HVAC classes at Thomas Edison High School of Technology. TracPipe® is a flexible stainless steel piping material used for natural gas and propane installations. Students earned an industry certification and will be applying this knowledge to the Young American 37 House Project. TracPipe® also donated materials for this year's house. www.omegaflex.com/trac/index.asp

Career Development Activity - TracPipe Seminar

On September 9, 2008, Kevin Cerretani representing The JOYCE Agency co ...

Updated: Sep 23, 2008 9:48am PST

Career Development Activity - Design Seminars for YA38 : On September 3 and 5, 2008, architects, Michael Fox and Jay Davies, conducted design seminars for the Residential Design Studio students at Thomas Edison High School of Technology. The design process was discussed along with design specifications for Young American 38. Students also participated in a guided tour of the building lot for their proposed designs. The proposed building lot for YA38 is 3716 Munsey Street, Silver Spring, MD 20906.

Career Development Activity - Design Seminars for YA38

On September 3 and 5, 2008, architects, Michael Fox and Jay Davies, co ...

Updated: Sep 23, 2008 8:59am PST

Career Development Partnership - Construction Management at Montgomery College : On August 19, 2008, an orientation was conducted by Montgomery College staff for 12 senior students and their parents. In partnership with Montgomery College, the Montgomery County Students Construction Trades Foundation, Inc. is providing an opportunity for senior students to enroll in two Construction Management classes, CT130, Construction Methods and Materials, and CT131, Construction Plan Reading. Both classes are taught at Montgomery Collge with students receiving dual enrollment credit. Enrollment is limited and subject to meeting Mongomery College entrance requirements. Contact the Foundations Office at 301-929-2190 for application information.

Career Development Partnership - Construction Management at Montgomery College

On August 19, 2008, an orientation was conducted by Montgomery College ...

Updated: Sep 29, 2008 6:21am PST

Career Development Activity - CTF Awards Program : On May 9, 2008, the Montgomery County Students Construction Trades Foundation Inc. sponsored its annual awards program at the Lathrop E. Smith Environmental Center. Following guest speaker, Myles Gladstone of Miller and Long Concrete Construction, 67 students were either recognized or received an award for their performance during the past school year. The outstanding student awards were presented and sponsored by Wheaton Masonic Lodge #28.

Career Development Activity - CTF Awards Program

On May 9, 2008, the Montgomery County Students Construction Trades Fou ...

Updated: May 14, 2008 6:06am PST

Career Development Activity - Montgomery College Fieldtrip : On May 1, 2008, students from the construction technology programs at Thomas Edison High School of Technology visited the Architectural Technology; Management of Construction; and the Building and Construction Technology programs at Montgomery College, Rockville Campus. Students toured the facilities and conducted conversations with the college staff and gathered program information as well as career opportunies.

Career Development Activity - Montgomery College Fieldtrip

On May 1, 2008, students from the construction technology programs at ...

Updated: Aug 05, 2008 8:31am PST

Career Development Activity - 15th Annual Trades Career Day : On April 4, 2008, construction technology students from Thomas Edison High of Technology attended the 15th Annual Trades Career Day sponsored by the Washington Area Apprenticeship & Training Directors Association held at the Iron Workers Local #5 Apprenticeship and Training School. Students met representatives from the various construction trades and to gather information regarding apprenticeship opportunities.

Career Development Activity - 15th Annual Trades Career Day

On April 4, 2008, construction technology students from Thomas Edison ...

Updated: Aug 06, 2008 8:21am PST

Career Development Activity - HVAC Seminars : On December 20, 2007 and January 4, 2008, Howard Menditch of Luxe Builders conducted HVAC design seminars for Young American 37. HVAC students from Thomas Edison High School of Technology will fabricate the duct work for the house project as well as install the two zone heating and cooling system.

Career Development Activity - HVAC Seminars

On December 20, 2007 and January 4, 2008, Howard Menditch of Luxe Buil ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2008 8:52am PST

Career Development Activity - Stromberg Metal Works, Inc. Fieldtrip : On November 26, 2007, HVAC students toured the offices and manufacturing plant of Stromberg Metal Works, Inc. in Beltsville, Maryland. Stromberg provides for expert metal design, fabrication, installation and service. http://www.strombergmetals.com

Career Development Activity - Stromberg Metal Works, Inc. Fieldtrip

On November 26, 2007, HVAC students toured the offices and manufacturi ...

Updated: Dec 05, 2007 6:35am PST

Career Development Activity - Structural Systems Fieldtrip : On October 4, 2007, Carpentry students from Damascus High School and Thomas Edison High School of Technology toured this 50 acre facility in Thurmont, Maryland which supplies flooring and roofing components for the Young American House Project. It is also home to SSI's corporate office and employs over 400 people. They have 850 feet of assembly lines. Thurmont contains 155,000 square feet of manufacturing space and ships their products directly to your job site. Open web floors, wall panels, and roof trusses are manufactured in a controlled environment.

Career Development Activity - Structural Systems Fieldtrip

On October 4, 2007, Carpentry students from Damascus High School and T ...

Updated: Oct 16, 2007 12:25pm PST

Career Development Activity - Plumbing Design Seminar : On September 11, 2007, Andy Simpson, President of Paul Friedman Plumbing, conducted a plumbing design seminar for the plumbing classes at Thomas Edison High School of Technology. The plumbing design layout for Young American 37 was reviewed and discussed. For the coming school year, plumbing students will be installing the Drain, Waste, and Vent (DMV) system, the Sprinkler System, as well as Fixtures, Valves, and Faucets. Young American 37 is located at 3714 Munsey Street, Silver Spring, Maryland 20906.

Career Development Activity - Plumbing Design Seminar

On September 11, 2007, Andy Simpson, President of Paul Friedman Plumbi ...

Updated: Sep 12, 2007 10:45am PST

Career Development Activity - TracPipe Seminar : On January 29, 2008, Kevin Cerretani representing The JOYCE Agency conducted a flexible gas piping seminar using TracPipe for the Plumbing Classes. TracPipe® is a flexible stainless steel piping material used for natural gas and propane installations. Students earned an industry certification and will be applying this knowledge to the Young American 37 House Project. www.omegaflex.com/trac/index.asp

Career Development Activity - TracPipe Seminar

On January 29, 2008, Kevin Cerretani representing The JOYCE Agency con ...

Updated: Jan 31, 2008 11:29am PST