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Cookeville High School’s Carpentry class will auction its 2023 House Saturday. Carpentry Teacher Randy Mansell said the program is a win-win for the community and the students, because the community can bid on a new house, and the students learn valuable skills that can help them get jobs. “There’s a huge shortage in skilled tradespeople, electricians, plumbers, HVAC, framers, roofers, ... Read More »

Cookeville High School’s carpentry class is auctioning off its student-built home on Saturday. Carpentry teacher Randy Mansell said building the house is a huge accomplishment for his students especially after such a trying school year. “It was a different school year, but the kids were pretty resilient and versatile and they made it happen–we got the house completed,” Mansell said. ... Read More »