Upper Lake High School is doing wonderful things for students.

They have received a grant for sustainable farming and green technology and are incorporating it into its curriculum. That will greatly enhance a student’s employment opportunities.

But there is a definite need for automotive technology and home economics. Lack of money is at the root of the problem, as the state does not prioritize either of these subjects.

If we decide to enhance our young people’s knowledge in these important areas, we need angels to donate whatever they can afford.

Only a grassroots effort can make these programs happen, as the government cannot even pave our roads, much less train our young people to fix our cars, or teach future adults to safely make a casserole.

Alumni are instrumental in today’s educational market; after all, children are our responsibility, not the governments.  

Am I the only one who feels trained mechanics and cooks are important?

We need to involve or engage more children in programs they might adopt as their own.

These kinds of classes may be all it takes to keep them in school and give them viable careers!

Dave Gebhard lives in Lakeport, Calif.