On Thursday, June 22, 2017, David Gebb, Senior Research Engineer from Saint-Gobain R&D Center, ended this year's Scientists in the Classroom series with an exciting demonstration of the infrared camera and how he uses it in his job!

Worcester YouthBuild students were enthralled with David's visit, as evidenced by their comments outlined below!

On Friday June 23, 2017, TRA hosted a Statewide Employee Engagement Day (SEED) at the Auburn Elks Club. TRA employees from across the state convened for a day of sharing, brainstorming, and reconnecting with one another.

Students from Worcester YouthBuild, operated by Training Resources of America, Inc., partnered with local Saint-Gobain employees to install CertainTeed Siding on and beautify landscaping at Friendly House Neighborhood Center, Worcester, Mass., June 14, 2017 – Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest building materials companies and manufacturer of innovative solutions, in partnership with Worce

On Monday, May 22nd, Rachel Pytel, Sr. Principal Scientist/ Group Leader, CertainTeed R&D and Linda Bateman, Sr. Technical Specialist for Superabrasives R&D, once again made a great presentation to the Worcester YouthBuild students as part of the 2017 Scientists in the Classroom series.

On Monday, May 15, 2017, Steven Jacek, enthusiastically walked Worcester YouthBuild students through his typical work day as a Research Engineer at Saint-Gobain's Research and Development Center. He shared several videos of his lab and the machines he works with.

On Friday, May 12, 2017, Mithun Kamath, Senior Research Engineer at the Saint-Gobain Research and Development Center, visited Worcester YouthBuild as part of the Scientists in the Classroom series - designed to enhance STEM training for students. Mithun's inspirational presentation focused on life goals and pursuing one's dreams.

Thuan Huynh immigrated to the United States in 1986 from Viet Nam where he was well educated in his own language. He was working as a material handler at Haemonetics in Massachusetts when his division was moved to Mexico. As a result, Mr.

On Thursday, April 20, students from YouthBuild Worcester toured Saint-Gobain Abrasives and the Northboro Research & Development Center to learn more about manufacturing and innovation at the Saint-Gobain family of companies.

HEARTFELT THANKS to Senate Majority Leader Harriette Chandler (D-Worcester) for taking time out of her very busy schedule to meet with Worcester YouthBuild students and staff on Monday, April 24th. Senator Chandler is a steadfast champion of YouthBuild and her visits are always engaging, inspiring and informative!

A great BIG THANKS to State Rep. Mary Keefe (D-Worcester) for taking time out of her very busy day on Monday, February 27th to meet the current group of Worcester YouthBuild students. Rep. Keefe shared her personal story, gave much insight into the art of community organizing, and taught students how to make their voices heard!