How the Lowe’s Foundation and SkillsUSA are meeting the critical need for skilled trades talent in Houston and beyond

When Josue Hernandez started his carpentry program with SkillsUSA, he found the spark that lit his passion for making things. “I saw that with hard work in the skilled trades, you can make things that spark a fire inside and inspire you to learn more, so that you are doing it right,” Hernandez said.

Hernandez was one of six students from SkillsUSA schools in Houston – and more than 3,000 students nationwide – to be recognized during SkillsUSA’s National Signing Day this May, in partnership…