Smith County Students

After commuting 1 3/4 hours from Smith county near Jackson Mississippi to the Habitat job site the new workers not only provided labour skills but lunch for themselves, Herman and Jannich. Their day started shortly after 7 AM for these grade 10 and 11 students. They combined the learning of house construction with expanding their work ethic and mastering the use of basic measuring skills.

Accompanied by their teachers and parent volunteers besides learning how to build in a hands on manner they got a handle on social behaviours that are acceptable on the job site. This must have been a positive experience for them as they came back several days and were eager to learn. From installing wallboard to carrying heavy lumber it was great to be part of having youth work with "mature" adults. We learned together. Thank you students teachers and volunteers. We hope to see some of you again next year.