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Middletown highlights new industry‑standard CTE welding lab and donor partnerships with Electric Boat outreach
Summary
The committee reviewed updated schematics for a welding and industrial shop at the new middle‑high school, saying the lab will use industry‑spec machines and ship‑fitting booths and that the district is pursuing donor funding and partnership with Electric Boat and local manufacturers.
Middletown school leaders presented updated plans June 18 for a career‑technical education welding and industrial shop at the district's new middle‑high school, describing equipment and industry partnerships intended to align student training with local employer needs.
Superintendent Niemeyer said the space will include magnetic ship‑fitting booths, multiple welding booths, and a bank of CNC machines. "It's going to be a state of the art lab when we're all done," he said, describing industry‑spec equipment and curriculum designed to prepare students for local careers.
District officials reported they have met with potential donors and industry partners, including an East Bay manufacturing association and Electric Boat, which is expected to provide curriculum alignment and equipment guidance. The administration said some donors have signaled interest in supporting the program financially.
Officials noted the CTE space occupies the lower level of the new building near current masonry work and that the curriculum and machines are intended to mirror what local manufacturers and shipbuilders use, increasing students' workforce readiness.
No formal votes were required on the CTE schematic review; the committee discussed partnerships and the district's plan to secure donors and continue outreach to local manufacturers.
