COBA and ETEC Host “An Evening to Learn About the Trades” with American Job Center Connecticut — February 2026
On Thursday, February 12, 2026, Charter Oak Boxing Academy (COBA), in partnership with Elite Tertiary Education Consulting (ETEC), will host An Evening to Learn About the Trades at the COBA Center. This educational event is designed to introduce youth, families, and community members to career pathways within the skilled trades and the growing opportunities available across Connecticut.
The evening will feature a special presentation by Maritza Falcon of the American Job Center Connecticut, with information provided through the State Building Trades Training Institute. Attendees will learn about trade careers, training programs, certification pathways, and how to access workforce development resources that lead to stable, well paying careers.
Event Features
This event reflects COBA and ETEC’s shared commitment to whole student development. While athletics build discipline, confidence, and resilience, education and career exposure ensure young people are equipped with practical options for long term success. The trades offer viable and rewarding alternatives to traditional career paths, especially for students seeking hands on learning and immediate workforce entry.
The session will begin at 6:30 PM and is open to students, parents, and community members interested in learning more about construction trades, apprenticeships, and continuing education opportunities. Participants will gain insight into how to take the next steps toward careers in fields such as electrical work, carpentry, HVAC, manufacturing, and other skilled professions.
Commitment to Youth
COBA and ETEC remain committed to developing the whole student athlete. Education, exposure, and empowerment are core pillars of that work. By bringing trusted workforce partners directly into the community, COBA and ETEC continue to create spaces where education meets opportunity and where young people can envision futures built on skill, purpose, and stability.
