Cairo High School Construction Class

Mr. Yancy Burkes, Cairo High School Construction Class teacher, recently took CTAE students to the Construction Ready CareerExpo — an incredible hands-on experience focused on skilled trades and career opportunities.

Students had the opportunity to explore interactive exhibits, connect with industry professionals, and get a real-world look at careers not only in construction, electrical, and plumbing, but also in culinary and nursing fields. It was a great experience that showcased a wide variety of career paths available to them after high school.

One of the biggest takeaways for many students was learning about the apprenticeship programs offered by companies in attendance. These programs provide a direct pathway into the workforce while gaining valuable hands-on experience. A standout opportunity highlighted was with Ring Power (Cat), located just across the state line in Midway, which offers an excellent apprenticeship program for students interested in pursuing careers in the industry.

Opportunities like this truly bring learning beyond the classroom and allow students to explore their interests and start building their futures.

We are proud of these students for stepping out, exploring, and taking advantage of these experiences!

If any graduating student would like the opportunity to look into the RingPower (Cat) Technician Apprenticeship Program, more information can be found here: https://www.ringpower.com/careers/apprenticeship-program/

The deer feeders built by the Cairo High School Construction Class are officially loaded up and heading to South Georgia Outdoors for sale!

We are incredibly proud of the hard work, craftsmanship, and attention to detail these students put into every project.

A big THANK YOU to SGO for their continuous support of our classroom and for providing real-world opportunities for our students. We appreciate your partnership and investment in the next generation of skilled tradesmen!

Be sure to stop by SGO and check them out!

Happy Halloween 🎃

Always a great time teaching future generations about the fun of hands on learning!

Sometimes construction class isn’t just about framing walls or pouring concrete — sometimes it’s about building raised bed planters for the boss’s wife!

Need something assembled? Give Mr. Burkes a call — we’ve got the tools and the teamwork!