Sen. McCray provides apprenticeship opportunities for Baltimore youth

By Tashi McQueenAFRO Political Writertmcqueen@afro.com State Sen. Cory V. McCray (D-Md.-45) hosted a two-day apprenticeship program that gave youth the chance to learn about the electrical industry July 23 and July 25.& Around 70 YouthWorks participants (ages 14-19) toured the International Brotherhood of Electrical Worker (IBEW) Local 24 Apprenticeship facility in West Baltimore and learned about the basics of conduit bending and the difference between residential, commercial and industrial electrical work.State Sen. Cory V. McCray (D-Md.-45) led a two-day youth apprenticeship program at the International Brotherhood of Electrical Worker (IBEW) Local 24 apprenticeship facility in West Baltimore July 23 and July 25. (AFRO Photo/Tashi cQueen) “I’m an electrician. I went through a five-year apprenticeship program. I’m also in my second term in the Maryland State Senate,” said McCray, introducing himself to the group and explaining how important the program is to him. “We collectively partner with a number of different organizations. Every year we do an apprenticeship tour, making sure we bring as many young scholars from our city to this space.”During the day, McCray talked with students about overcoming obstacles and making the most of life’s opportunities. He also emphasized the importance of perseverance, efficient resource use and time...