Airgas welcomes 55 schools into High School Welding Education Initiative Class of 2023
Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is pleased to announce that the company’s High School Welding Education Initiative continues to expand and help students across the country prepare for a career in welding. For the 2023 academic year, 14 returning schools and 41 new schools from 22 states have been selected to be part of the program.
These programs were chosen based on four key factors: high unmet need at the school; a productive welding program with the potential to graduate job-ready welders; passionate teachers; and enthusiastic local Airgas champions. Participating programs receive a customized mix of hands-on professional development training or continuing education for welding teachers in close collaboration with Airgas associates. In addition, Airgas donates welding consumables or equipment, safety PPE, and other resources to help support welding program growth within these schools.