“We went to our subcontracting commu- nity and asked if anyone was interested in donating to this cause, and the response was exceptional,” he said. “Trough the generous donations of our subcontracting partners, we were able to meet all their needs and provide additional safety and PPE equipment for all of the participating students.” Tat donation included everything on


the school’s wish list of materials, ranging from a battery powered drill, screws, nails, plywood, 2x4s, pipe, ceramic tile, and drywall – all designated for a small building project to be constructed by the students. A total of nine subcontractors and vendors participated in the effort. In addition to those items, they also provided safety equipment including hard hats, gloves, and more for 120 students. Te contractor hosted 38 students from the school on a jobsite walk through one of its local projects. Due to the remarkable success of its


fundraising efforts Buzz Oates Construc- tion had money left over, which will allow them to adopt another high school in the near future. The Sacramento-based company


has a long tradition of giving back that began with Founder Marvin L. “Buzz” Oates, who was known throughout the community for his generosity and com- munity spirit. “He made it a point throughout his


“By supporting the CTE programs, in particular those programs which encourage students to look to the construction trades as viable career paths, we are continuing that legacy. It is our hope to further student interest in construction related careers, providing opportunities for students to become productive members of the construction community.” – David Claveau, Buzz Oates Construction


career to give back to the community and to help create opportunities for people to further their careers and to support the health and growth construction industry,” Claveau commented. “By supporting the CTE programs, in particular those programs which encourage students to look to the construction trades as viable career paths, we are continuing that legacy. It is our hope to further student interest in construction related careers, providing opportunities for students to become productive members of the construction community.”


Otto Construction Adopts Laguna Creek High School Another contractor involved with the Adopt-a-School program is Otto Con- struction, whose President and CEO, Allison Otto, is a statewide board mem- ber of AGC of California CEF and the Delta-Sierra Regional Chair. She said


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the chance to make an impact through this program was one they didn’t want to pass up. “This was the perfect opportunity to connect with students and share our passion about building,” Otto comment- ed. Te company adopted Laguna Creek High School in Elk Grove, supporting its Green Energy Technology Academy. Te Academy uses the study of energy trans- formation via green energy technologies as the platform to get students ready for life after high school, and students gain valuable trades skills. Through their contribution to the school as part of the Adopt-A School program, Otto Construction helped the school attain materials to build “solar suitcases” that provide portable electricity to communities in need, along with other items on their wish list. Teir donations will impact approximately 200 students at the school. “We’re very excited that CTE programs


are becoming more available in schools, and we’re happy for the opportunity to show our support by directly funding a local CTE program,” Otto said. “We’re also excited to help show students that there are careers in construction. Our workforce is aging out, and the fact that these kids will have the ability to interact directly with people in the industry and can hear the stories of people working in construction is invaluable.”


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