The Maplewoodshop Program Pathway
From Micro to Career-Ready Skills — K-12 and Beyond
Every Maplewoodshop program can be used by any student, in any grade, district-wide. Find the entry point that fits your students today — and grow with us as they do.
The Maplewoodshop program can be used for any student in any grade, district-wide.
Please see below for more details on:
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| Ideal Placement | Grades K–2, early learners, neurodiverse learners, demos, and pop-up events | Grades 3–8, STEM/STEAM classes, after-school programs, enrichment blocks, and camps | Grades 6–12, electives, math and SEL integration, career exploration, and CTE readiness | Grades 9–12, CTE pathways, workforce readiness, and students pursuing trades-connected opportunities |
| Scheduling | Short introductory unit, event station, or rotating activity | 1–2 sessions per week over a marking period, enrichment cycle, or camp session | Daily or 2–3 times per week for a semester, term, or full-year course | Daily or 2–3 times per week as part of a multi-year CTE or trades pathway |
| Timeframe | 15–20 minutes per project or activity station | 11–20 instructional hours, depending on schedule and project selection | 150–200 instructional hours for semester or full-year implementation | 3-year progression with opportunities for up to 16 college credits |
| Student Outcomes | Build confidence through simple hands-on projects while introducing measuring, counting, fractions, and tool safety | Develop foundational hand-tool skills, safe work habits, and practical math connections | Strengthen technical skills, problem-solving, perseverance, SEL, and applied math through project-based learning | Prepare students for trades-connected pathways, college credit opportunities, employability skills, and next steps beyond high school |
Micro Program
A K-2 woodworking program that works for any age or ability
Perfect for any age or ability – Fast, simple projects that build confidence in minutes.
Wonderful for neurodiverse learners – Short, concrete tasks with multi-sensory tools.
Low cost to implement – A light entry point for schools testing a new program.
Builds creativity and a real skill – Students leave with something they made themselves.
Mini Programs
A flexible next step for elementary and middle school.
Early exposure – Introduces woodworking before a full program commitment.
Shared tools keep costs down – A cost-effective way to serve more students.
Introductory math and life skills – Measurement and problem-solving built into every project.
Easy to lead – Simple enough for any staff member to run with light training.
Standard Programs
A comprehensive option for grades 6–12, CTE, alt-ed, and enrichment.
Increased attendance – Students show up for a class they're excited about.Strong SEL development
Strong SEL development – Hands-on projects build confidence and follow-through.
Applied, project-based learning – Math and design concepts come to life.
Peer mentoring – Older students help younger ones, building leadership skills.
Pre-apprenticeship Programs
A skilled-trades pathway for high school, CTE, and workforce programs.
Nationally recognized curriculum – Developed by the Carpenters Union.
Up to 16 college credits – Through our TESU partnership.
Transferable math skills – Real trade math, not just classroom theory.
A pathway to apprenticeship, college, or workforce – Built for what comes after graduation.