Local Teacher Wins $100,000 For Tech Program

Scott Larson, a carpentry and construction teacher at the North Baldwin Center for Technology in Bay Minette, earned his program a $100,000 grand prize from Harbor Freight Tools’ “Tools for Schools” program, AL.com reported. The program was designed to address a shortage of skilled trade workers by spotlighting and supporting the efforts of teachers. Larson was among one of only five winners of the $100,000 award out of 1,009 applications from all 50 states. The center is a part of the Baldwin County School System’s Career Technical Education Program, including welding, agriscience, building construction, HVAC, automotive, graphic design, cosmetology and health sciences. The money is expected to be used to buy lumber and materials to support the school’s construction program.