The Woodshop Pathway provides students from all grades with a well-structured approach to learning woodworking skills. Mr. David Sorenson, the woodshop instructor, is located in the Woodshop Room 10-1. According to Sorenson, “The Woodshop Pathway is just a series of paths. All the pathways start at an introductory level, and then they get harder as you go up, where you’re using more advanced knowledge of that subject matter.”
The program starts with an introduction to Wood Design 1, which teaches the basics. “It’s fun to learn how to use the tools and make cool things,” said junior Orestes Santiago, who has taken the class. After that, students move on to Wood Design 2, which focuses on more advanced woodworking techniques. The third level, Wood Design 3, covers cabinet and furniture making. “At this stage, students are expected to know how to use the equipment safely,” explained Mr. Sorenson. “We focus more on techniques and skills to make detailed furniture and do technical woodworking.”
The final class is the manager class, where students help manage others in the shop. “They show students how to use equipment and change blades,” said Mr. Sorenson. “It’s a chance to put everything they’ve learned into practical application.” The Woodshop Pathway offers a clear path for students to follow, from beginners to advanced levels, helping them develop valuable skills along the way.
