We love seeing our Youth Career Development Program in action! Excited to report that last month, five School District of University City High School students gained valuable hands-on carpentry training and earned a paycheck as part of this year’s summer program.
Working alongside Program Coordinator Stephen Wurst and volunteers from Habitat Saint Louis, students learned by doing—removing and deconstructing cabinets, building new cabinetry, and assisting with residential demolition. Even better, the salvaged cabinets will be refurbished and sold through Habitat Saint Louis ReStores, helping support affordable housing while keeping usable materials out of local landfills.
This summer’s project built on last year’s success, when students helped construct the deck for SHED’s first new home on Crest Avenue. By combining real-world job experience with mentorship from skilled professionals, the YCDP continues to introduce U-City students to rewarding careers in the trades while making a lasting impact in our community.
Thank you to everyone who helped make this opportunity possible!
