At McFarland High School, students are getting a hands-on education that goes far beyond the classroom—transforming local trees into high-quality lumber for their woodworking projects. Under the leadership of Steve Pennekamp, Technology and Engineering Teacher, the school’s unique milling program allows students to experience the full process from log to finished product, gaining valuable skills along the way. What started as a way to offset rising lumber costs has grown into a community-driven initiative, thanks to a partnership with the Village of McFarland. The result? A sustainable, immersive learning opportunity that teaches craftsmanship, resourcefulness, and problem-solving while giving students a tangible connection to their work.

At McFarland High School, students are getting a hands-on education that goes far beyond the classroom&mdash;transforming local trees into high-quality lumber for their woodworking projects. Under the leadership of Steve Pennekamp, Technology and Engineering Teacher, the school&rsquo;s unique milling program allows students to experience the full process from log to finished product, gaining valuable skills along the way. What started as a way to offset rising lumber costs has grown into a community-driven initiative, thanks to a partnership with the Village of McFarland. The result? A sustainable, immersive learning opportunity that teaches craftsmanship, resourcefulness, and problem-solving while giving students a tangible connection to their work.

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