DEWALT Encourages High School Seniors Attending Trade School to Celebrate Their Decision

Core Insights - DEWALT is recognizing high school seniors entering skilled trades on National Decision Day, encouraging them to share their trade school decisions on social media using digital banners provided by the brand [1][7] - A recent survey indicates that 77% of students in skilled trades education feel optimistic about their career choice, with 80% of parents and 71% of friends viewing trades careers positively [2][7] DEWALT's Initiatives - The announcement is part of DEWALT's Grow The Trades initiative, which includes a $30 million commitment by 2027 to address the skilled trades gap by enhancing accessibility and resources for trades training [4] - The DEWALT Trades Scholarship program will award $200,000 in scholarships to 40 students in the U.S. and Canada this month to support trades education [4] Company Background - DEWALT, a brand under Stanley Black & Decker, has been a leader in jobsite solutions for over 100 years, focusing on safety and productivity in construction [5] - Stanley Black & Decker, founded in 1843, operates globally with approximately 48,000 employees, producing a wide range of tools and solutions for builders and tradespeople [6]