The year-long project is part of national
retailer and manufacturer Northern Tool + Equipment's Tools for the
Trades™ program
BURNSVILLE, Minn., July 9, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Two Minnesota high
schools, Minneapolis Public
Schools and Lakeville North High School, revealed the rat rod karts
they built from scratch to their celebrity mentors: NASCAR Legend
Richard Petty and celebrity motorcycle builder Billy Lane.
Students spent the year building karts in class as part of
Northern Tool + Equipment's Tools for the Trades™ program, designed
to provide high school career and technical education programs with
professional-grade tools and equipment to properly teach the trades
and expose students to experiences in these industries.
"We learned a lot about metal bodywork and how to use
professional-grade tools we'd use on a job site," said Dylan Stoler, a Lakeville North High School
student.
Watch our final recap to see the completed karts and learn more
about the lasting impact Tools for the Trades™ is having on
students.
"Through the build, I learned working in the trades is something
to be proud of. Making this kart using hands-on skills felt like a
real job," said Luis Torres, a
student from Minneapolis Public
Schools.
Since 2021, Tools for the Trades™ has donated to more than 30
schools. To continue igniting a passion for the trades with the
next generation, please consider offering your financial support.
Donations by check can be directed to:
The Northern Tool Foundation/Tools for the Trades
Attn: Accounts Receivable
2800 Southcross Drive West
Burnsville MN 55306
About Northern Tool + Equipment:
Northern Tool +
Equipment is a family-owned company serving both DIYers and trades
professionals tackling the tough projects. A leading supplier of
more than 100,000 high-quality tools and equipment for over 40
years, the company's highly-trained team has an immense breadth of
knowledge to help customers in-person at 140 retail stores, online
and over the phone through their fully-staffed contact center. From
helping customers get the right tool for the job to assisting with
parts and repairs that keep tools running at peak performance,
customer service is at the foundation of Northern Tool's mission.
Learn more about Northern Tool + Equipment at
NorthernTool.com and stay connected through social media:
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Media Contact: Holly Steffl
Phone Number: 612.351.8312
Email: northerntool@media-minefield.com
Website: northerntool.com
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