@ChicagoBuilds

Chicago Builds is a 2-year off-campus construction training program for 11th/12th grade CPS students who are interested pursuing a career in construction.

 Chicago, IL
chicagobuilds.org
Joined December 2016
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🎓🛠️ CPS proudly celebrates this year’s graduating class of the @ChicagoBuilds Program! These students have completed two years of rigorous, hands-on technical training in construction, welding, HVAC, electrical, and carpentry — equipping them with industry-recognized certifications and the skills needed to enter union apprenticeships, pursue advanced technical training, or transition directly into the workforce. Learn more about Chicago Builds — an Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program at bit.ly/3NvyOWE
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Our Chicago BUILDS program student ambassadors and apprentices in welding and electrical, Donoval & Leonel, are a testament to our CTE programs' success as they embark on their journey to earn paid training opportunities & industry certifications!
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🎓 ⚒️ From internships to earning industry-recognized certifications in construction, Aiden from Kelly High School has laid a strong foundation for his future with the skills to match! Press play to hear all about his journey in the Chicago Builds Program. #Classof2025 #TheBestAreWithCPS ▶️ bit.ly/4kMq5iP
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Discover how the Chicago Builds Program prepares our high school students for successful careers in the construction industry. ▶️ bit.ly/3KxFq72
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Congrats to the 2024 graduates of the @ChicagoBuilds training program who have earned industry-recognized certifications in electrical, carpentry, heating & cooling (HVAC), & welding. Thanks to our students, the future of construction looks bright! bit.ly/3Ksqd6Q
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Chicago Builds 2024 grads & instructors are building a jungle gym at Edwards Center for Young Learners with help from @BoschToolsNA! Bosch donated 70+ tools to support @ChiPubSchools students in construction training. Volunteers from Bosch stopped by to join in on the project.
Three individuals using a miter saw to cut a wooden plank at an outdoor community service event. All are wearing protective gear and Bosch-branded shirts.

ALT Three individuals using a miter saw to cut a wooden plank at an outdoor community service event. All are wearing protective gear and Bosch-branded shirts.

Two individuals engaged in outdoor work on a wooden structure near a building. One person is holding a power tool and focusing on making an adjustment. The other, wearing a shirt that reads "WHAT HARD WORKERS DESERVE," is observing. The setting includes a grassy area and a school building in the background.

ALT Two individuals engaged in outdoor work on a wooden structure near a building. One person is holding a power tool and focusing on making an adjustment. The other, wearing a shirt that reads "WHAT HARD WORKERS DESERVE," is observing. The setting includes a grassy area and a school building in the background.

Three people working together on a carpentry project outdoors, with one measuring a wooden board as the others observe. They are surrounded by construction tools and materials.

ALT Three people working together on a carpentry project outdoors, with one measuring a wooden board as the others observe. They are surrounded by construction tools and materials.

Two individuals using a compound miter saw on a workbench at an outdoor workshop, with another person observing. Tools and safety equipment visible.

ALT Two individuals using a compound miter saw on a workbench at an outdoor workshop, with another person observing. Tools and safety equipment visible.

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Congratulations to @NealFSimeon_CA for winning the football city championship!! We are so proud of your hard work!
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Get a recap of #ObamaSummit Day 1, featuring @BarackObama, @AnandWrites, @KensingtonRoyal and more:
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Chicago Builds retweeted
Alan Mather@alanmather31 Oct 2017
At #WellsHS for announcement with @ChicagosMayor for @RobertMorrisU ↗️ partnership for Dual Credit & Scholarships for @ChiPubSchools stdnts! – at Chicago, IL
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Thank you @MichelleObama and Prince Harry for surprising our students! xitter.cf/KensingtonRoyal/status…
The Prince and Princess of Wales
@KensingtonRoyal31 Oct 2017
Prince Harry and @michelleobama made a surprise visit to students at Hyde Park Academy in Chicago.
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#WalshCanada proud to join #Canstruction to support @DailyBreadTO providing food for thousands of people every year throughout Toronto. xitter.cf/Building_mag/status/92…
Building magazine@Building_mag30 Oct 2017
Toronto's annual #Canstruction uses creative power of #design to donate tens of thousands of pounds of canned food! goo.gl/VVCQFM
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Chicago Builds retweeted
Curie Condors@CurieHS31 Oct 2017
#Repost @curieaslclub ・・・ ASL Sign of the Week! Happy Halloween! #asl #learnasl
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Happy Halloween! 🎃👻 ⚰️ Here's your guide to the 5 most haunted places in Chicago to get you in the spooky spirit. bit.ly/2lsBwU1
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Chicago Builds retweeted
Chicago100K@Chicago100k30 Oct 2017
2 weeks until National Apprenticeship Week! Showcase your apprenticeship on the national website and let us know!... fb.me/IGu6r6CG
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Have you explored the #ChicagoBiennial yet? Here's "Vertical City," a global reimagining of the Tribune Tower by 16 young architects.
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This Tues, see CAB alumna Amanda Williams present her new solo show at @mcachicago with curator Grace Deverney: mcachicago.org/Calendar/2017…
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Chicago Builds retweeted
ConstructConnect@ConstructConnx13 Oct 2017
What to consider before splitting up a subcontractor's scope of work buff.ly/2ylekfj | @constructdive + @KimSlowey
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See "BIG Time," the new documentary about @BjarkeIngels, this weekend at the @chifilmfest! chicagofilmfestival.com/film…
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We're underway at #OHC2017! Check out every building you can see at Open House Chicago this weekend here: openhousechicago.org/
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