CNC Upgrades Funded by Grant

HCCF is honored to manage the Hatchet Fund, a school fund dedicated to supporting the students and educators at Bad Axe Public Schools. Each year, a grant is provided to a teacher, Club, or extracurricular activity to enhance the student experience at Bad Axe. School funds are a great way for alumni, employees, and communities to support local schools permanently by giving to an endowment. The Hatchet Fund was established in 2015 and has been making a positive impact ever since.

This year, the grant was awarded to Mr. Schadd’s Industrial Arts Class for upgrades to their CNC equipment and software. CNC stands for Computer Numerical Control and is a computerized manufacturing process in which pre-programmed software and code controls the movement of production equipment. With the grant, the Industrial Arts program now has the most up-to-date software and equipment available for student access to technological designs. These upgrades will allow all Industrial Arts students to create signs and wood projects. Students will also be able to convert 2-D objects into 3-D designs.

Retaining and attracting talent is a strategic priority of the community foundation. Many of our local manufacturers heavily utilize CNC technology in their production process. Providing students with the newest technology broadens their skill set and makes them more employable after graduation.

Thank you, Mr. Schadd and students in Industrial Arts for the beautiful plaque and photos of their upgrades.