Building careers.Shaping futures.One skill at a time.
The Built by Clarkston Foundation supports the Clarkston Construction Technology program, where learning goes far beyond textbooks and worksheets.
Our Approach
Two pillars that define how we prepare students for success
Students work on actual construction projects—building complete homes, renovating historic buildings, and collaborating with licensed professionals on community infrastructure.
Students graduate with industry-ready skills, OSHA certifications, and direct connections to apprenticeships, technical colleges, and four-year construction management programs.
SkillsUSA National Excellence
Our students compete and win at the national level, proving their mastery
2024
Carpentry
2024
Cabinetmaking
2023
Carpentry
Consistent top-10 national finishes across multiple trades
About Built by Clarkston
The Built by Clarkston Foundation supports the Clarkston Construction Technology program, where learning goes far beyond textbooks and worksheets. Our students tackle real construction challenges that directly benefit our community while developing the skills employers desperately need.
From restoring 150-year-old historic buildings to constructing complete homes for local families, students gain hands-on experience that transforms them into confident, capable professionals. They work alongside licensed builders, learn from industry experts, and graduate ready to fill the growing demand for skilled trade workers.
The program serves students grades 9-12 throughout Oakland County, providing multiple pathways to success - whether students choose immediate workforce entry, apprenticeship programs, or continued education in construction management.
56+ Years of Community Service
Multi-generational families of skilled workers built through continuous community partnerships
Real Impact
Complete homes built, historic buildings preserved, and families helped through student projects
What Students Gain
Comprehensive preparation for successful careers in the skilled trades
- •OSHA 10 safety certification
- •Blueprint reading and building codes
- •Electrical, plumbing, and masonry work
- •Project management and teamwork
- •Direct connections to local employers
- •Pre-apprenticeship preparation
- •Portfolio of completed real-world projects
- •Industry mentorship and networking
- •Confidence through hands-on achievement
- •Problem-solving and critical thinking
- •Civic responsibility and community pride
- •Leadership through collaborative projects
- •Immediate workforce entry
- •Apprenticeship programs
- •Technical college preparation
- •Construction management degrees