An unnamed student said the Viking House program gives high school students practical construction skills and teamwork experience, calling it “one of the best programs in Oregon.”

The student, speaking during a public comment segment, said the Viking House has “50 years of building and selling homes in the community” and described participating to “challenge myself” and learn management-style responsibilities. “The Viking House program is different from other programs because it’s helping high school students learn skillful stuff for the future,” the student said.

The commenter described program tasks, saying, “My favorite thing to do, probably setting up the walls, pretty fun,” and noted a $10 participation fee: “There’s a $10 fee, and it’s very worth it.” The student emphasized teamwork and communication, saying the program involves multiple partners and repeated practice to improve skills.

The speaker concluded by urging the program continue, saying, “It’s important to keep it going because it builds a lot of future, really. It’s 1 of the best programs in Oregon. It’s just really helpful.” No formal action or vote on the program was recorded in the provided transcript excerpt.