In this episode of "The Ascent with Crestmont Private Wealth," host Sam McGee interviews Dorman Vic, the leader of the renowned welding program at Champion High School in Boerne, Texas. They discuss the origins and impact of the program, the importance of vocational education, inspiring student stories, and the broader movement to bring skilled trades back into the spotlight. The conversation covers faith, grit, community support, and the life-changing opportunities that vocational training provides for young people. Special guests and supporters, including local dignitaries and celebrities, are highlighted, along with ways listeners can get involved.   Original Air Date: August 23, 2025 at 8:30am as heard on Boerne Radio 103.9FM Contact:  www.crestmontpw.com  Alec Walker in Houston:  831-280-5288  Sam McGee in Boerne: 830-368-2898   00:00 – Introduction to the show and disclaimer 00:35 – About Crestmont Private Wealth and the Boerne, TX office 00:58 – Introducing Dorman Vic and the Champion High School welding program 01:38 – Dorman’s journey: inspiration, testimony, and the start of the program 02:47 – The impact of the program and community support 04:23 – Student stories: overcoming adversity and breaking barriers 05:45 – The value of vocational education in a white-collar community 07:00 – Bringing shop class and vocational training back to schools 08:30 – The importance of hands-on skills and learning new trades 10:00 – The role of taxpayers and the public in supporting education 11:30 – Advice for other school districts and the future of vocational education 13:00 – The need for industry involvement and urgency in skilled trades 14:30 – The decline of the middle class and the importance of manufacturing 15:45 – Famous people who started in skilled trades 17:00 – The broader impact of shop programs and role models 18:30 – The infrastructure and essential skills that keep society running 19:45 – The “Amazon culture” and the reality of production 20:30 – Success stories: student certifications and employability 22:00 – Building confidence and portfolios for students 23:00 – Projects for the government and celebrities 24:00 – Life skills and character development through the program 25:00 – How listeners can support the Welding Student Support Foundation 26:00 – Social media and ways to connect with the program 27:00 – The role of Governor Perry and other supporters 28:00 – Final thoughts: the movement for vocational education 29:00 – Call to action for listeners and closing remarks 30:00 – Outro and well wishesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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