The Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence was launched in 2017 by Eric Smidt, the founder of national tool retailer Harbor Freight Tools, to recognize outstanding instruction in the skilled trades in U.S. “These dedicated educators make a huge difference in the lives of young people every day, setting them on a course for a meaningful career and to make a difference in their community.’’ “High school skilled trades teachers and their programs are an essential part of addressing the skilled trades worker shortage,’’ said Danny Corwin, executive director of Harbor Freight Tools for Schools. The mission of Harbor Freight Tools for Schools is to increase understanding, support and investment in skilled trades education in U.S. These students have a unique opportunity to put themselves in others’ shoes, recognizing and respecting that we all have different strengths.” They also experience pride in themselves for mastering a specialized skill and passing it on to others. “They have learned to switch roles with authority figures and have increased their level of patience and confidence. “Through the welding program, the students have themselves discovered how to be teachers and to respect people of different educational levels, genders, and racial backgrounds,” said Rosenbaum. Additionally, three grand prize winners together with their schools will receive $100,000 each. Rosenbaum, who teaches at Twin Lakes High School, is one of 15 prize winners. MONTICELLO, Indiana - Kim Rosenbaum, a welding teacher from Monticello, Indiana, has been named a winner of the 2021 Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence, winning $15,000 for herself and $35,000 for her program. Kim Rosenbaum and Twin Lakes High School Share $50,000 Award
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