Union Station and the Home Builders Association of Greater Kansas City (KCHBA) are proud to announce that Foundations for the Future Week will return April 1-6. This week is dedicated to promoting careers in construction by showcasing area high school and technical school students’ skills in building children’s playhouses and shop projects.
On display to people visiting Science City inside Union Station is the KC Manufacturing and Design Expo (KC MADE) April 1-5. The KC MADE competition is a contest among high school students (grades 9-12) in construction and manufacturing programs. Projects are not limited in scope. Participants have the freedom to enter everything from a tiny house to a dining room table. Students from the following schools are participating in KC MADE:
A panel of industry professionals will judge the KC MADE projects and determine award winners based on project quality, skill knowledge and professionalism. Students can win prizes and program grants will be awarded to the schools.
You can vote for your favorite shop project to win the People’s Choice award. CLICK HERE to view the projects and vote.
Voting begins April 2 at 8:00 a.m.
Voting ends April 5 at 10:00 a.m.
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