Sauers, Inc. recently attended the annual Open House Event at Eastern Center for Arts & Technology this past Sunday, February 28th. The Open House is an opportunity for parents and students to experience what differant courses have to offer before they enroll for the following year.
Co-owners Joe & Mike Sauers have graduated from the 2 1/2 year Horticulture Course when in high school & understand the importance of giving young students the opportunity of learning a trade and preparing them for a long term career after graduation. This course touches on landscape design, installation, & maintenance techniques as well as hardscape construction- walls, walks, & patios. Students also recieve the hands on experience of operating commercial mowers, tractors, skid steers, & other equipment to complete projects around the campus grounds. Class time consists of learning plant ID, insect & disease management, fertilization techniques, & much more.
Joe Sauers is also on the committee to help set the course curriculum to keep the course up to date with industry standards and prepare students for a career in the green industry. Mike Sauers volunteers for Career Expo, Open House, & other events to help when he can. Being involved with Eastern Center is just another way that Sauers, Inc. strives to give back to the community!
