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S3 E3 From Blocks to Blueprints: Shaping Tomorrow's Builder's Today

S3 E3 From Blocks to Blueprints: Shaping Tomorrow's Builder's Today

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NEF Block Kids, construction education, NAWIC, youth competition, creative thinking, career in construction, Dee Davis, NAWIC Education Foundation, construction industry, educational opportunities, K-12 education, professional development

Host Dee Davis introduces the NEF Block Kids Competition, a unique event that engages children in creative and critical thinking through construction-related challenges. The competition, supported by the NAWIC Education Foundation, aims to inspire young minds and promote the construction industry as a viable career path. Dee shares insights into the competition's history, its impact on participants, and the educational opportunities provided by NEF for both children and adults.

  • The NEF Block Kids Competition is a national event engaging children in construction challenges.
  • NAWIC stands for the National Association of Women in Construction, but the competition is open to all.
  • The competition fosters critical and creative thinking skills in children.
  • NEF provides construction education and opportunities for kids K-12.
  • The competition includes building with interlocking micro blocks and sponsor-provided materials.
  • Local winners can advance to regional and national levels.
  • The event encourages participation from both boys and girls.
  • NEF offers certification programs for adults in the construction industry.
  • The competition is a fun and fair event.

Chapters

  • 00:00:00 Introduction to NEF Block Kids
  • 00:03:00 Understanding NAWIC and NEF
  • 00:06:00 Competition Details and Rules
  • 00:09:00 Impact and Opportunities with NEF

www.nef-edu.org

https://nef-edu.org/k-12-and-college/block-kids/

https://www.nawicdenver.com/

https://nawic.org/

NAWIC - National Association of Women in Construction

NEF - NAWIC Education Foundation

ACCE - American Council for Construction Education

www.dcmg.us

info@dcmg.us

www.yspe.co

info@yspe.co

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