On October 8th, Skilled Trades and STARS Academy students enjoyed an apple-picking field trip where they explored manufacturing, entrepreneurship, plant identification, and more.

Back at school, students helped assemble an apple press and turned some of their freshly picked apples into sweet apple cider. This hands-on activity brought the production process to life as students transformed raw materials into a finished product. Along the way, they practiced problem-solving and teamwork while learning how traditional tools and equipment can be used to create something valuable.

From picking apples to pressing cider, the experience connected classroom skills to real-world applications and gave students a chance to enjoy the results of their work!