The school has invested 10 million kronor in new equipment, including CNC machines, to modernize the program and align with the growing job market demands in Örnsköldsvik. According to SVT Mittnytt (official), teacher Jim Thelin described that the program keeps up with current technology and tries to be out in industries to see what is new and needed. This investment aims to ensure students are prepared for employment opportunities in the region.
Despite these advancements, the school's premises are cramped, and principal Maria Schelin has expressed a high wish for new, larger premises to accommodate growth. However, the school has not yet obtained more space, leaving future expansion plans uncertain. The program's current success contrasts with its history, as it was close to being shut down ten years ago.
It is incredibly joyful.
According to SVT Mittnytt (official), Maria Schelin described the program's resilience as incredibly joyful, highlighting its turnaround and ongoing contributions to local industry.
We keep up with the technology that applies now and we also try to be out in the industries as much as possible and check what is new and what is needed.