La Joya ISD is about to boost its career training efforts thanks to a $316,000 grant that will go toward its welding program.
The Texas Workforce Commission announced Thursday that it awarded the school district $316,407 to support career training and will be presenting the check to La Joya ISD officials at Juarez-Lincoln High School on Tuesday.
The funds will support the school district’s welding program, helping the school purchase and install welding equipment.
The new supplies will be used to train a cohort of 130 students along with future students in the welding program.
Through the program, the students are prepared for an industry-recognized credential or certification, according to a TWC news release.
