Goodwill offers training for dropouts

In the Community Connection section of Midlands, I found this small blurb. Goodwill industries has started a training program for high school dropouts through YouthBuild Omaha. This 10 month program allows 16-24 year olds to earn the equivalent of a high school diploma while also learning construction skills. I think this is a great idea for a variety of reasons. Although it is preferable for a student to finish high school, it is not for everyone. This offers an alternative when drop outs do not know what to do. Providing education for those who may need it most will improve Omaha's educational system (thus improving workplaces). It also gives students a form of "blue collar" training with the construction aspect of the project. Additionally, participants may receive scholarships to further their education if they so choose.

-Cara Wilwerding, editor-in-chief.