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MAPS proposes construction‑trades CTE pilot to remodel district rental property
Summary
Superintendent Zack Sedgwick introduced a CTE construction‑trades pilot with MARESA that would let students remodel a rental house on MAPS property to gain hands‑on experience and support local housing needs; the board heard the proposal as part of the Superintendent’s Report.
Marquette Area Public Schools presented plans for a career and technical education (CTE) pilot that would place students in construction‑trade learning tied to a district‑owned rental property.
Superintendent Zack Sedgwick introduced Dr. Travis Smith and Erich Ziegler from MARESA, who outlined a pilot at Marquette Senior High School and Marquette Alternative High School. The proposed program would allow students to work with instructors and community building partners to remodel a rental house on MAPS property so that learning produces an immediate community benefit. Sedgwick described the pilot as an opportunity to address local housing needs while providing real‑world skill development for students.
The presentation also noted other new programming being explored, including artificial‑intelligence course work with Northern Michigan University, aviation training at Sawyer Airport, engineering technology with a medical‑manufacturing focus, and enhanced natural‑resources programming. Board members asked clarifying questions about scope and staffing; the district said any capital work would coordinate with upcoming bond‑funded projects and the hazardous‑materials survey where required.
"The program will allow students to engage in real‑world learning by working with instructors and community building partners to remodel a rental house on MAPS property," the meeting record states, reflecting Superintendent Sedgwick’s introduction of the proposal.
Board members expressed general support for hands‑on career pathways while noting the need to ensure supervision, insurance and alignment with staffing and collective‑bargaining provisions. Staff said they would return with implementation details, partner agreements, and budget implications if the board wants to proceed.
