VISIT A LOCAL MANUFACTURER

Do your students know where the boxes of their favorite cereal are made? Have they seen what it takes to get milk from the farm to their kitchen table?

Well, these are some of the questions that can get answered by joining us for a tour during MFG Month! This New York State-recognized celebration gives employers the opportunity to open their doors and showcase the amazing technology and exciting hands-on careers that are available within the manufacturing industry. Tours, open to high school students, college students, and adult learners through the month of October, feature companies across Central New York and the Mohawk Valley. We hope you and your students will join us to experience how manufacturing shapes our everyday lives and the many opportunities in the industry!

MFG MONTH CELEBRATION TOUR DATES


Thursday, October 1st
9:00am – 10:15am
11:00am – 12:15pm

Friday, October 2nd
9:00am – 10:15am
11:00am – 12:15pm

Wednesday, October 7th
9:00am – 10:15am
11:00am – 12:15pm

Thursday, October 8th
9:00am – 10:15am
11:00am – 12:15pm

Friday, October 9th
9:00am – 10:15am
11:00am – 12:15pm

Thursday, October 15th
9:00am – 10:15am
11:00am – 12:15pm

Friday, October 16th
9:00am – 10:15am
11:00am – 12:15pm

Thursday, October 22nd
9:00am – 10:15am
11:00am – 12:15pm

Thursday, October 29
9:00am – 10:15am
11:00am – 12:15pm

LOCATION DETAILS COMING SOON

 

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

We recommend registering early as tour slots fill quickly and we cannot guarantee your first choice. There also may be additional steps that need to be taken ahead of time depending upon the company’s requirements.

REGISTRATION OPENING SOON!

Getting Started

    • Complete the registration form (coming soon!) with your preferred date(s) and companies.
    • A short phone call with a MACNY team member to discuss logistics and answer questions.
    • Prepare your students and families with what to expect during the site visit.
    • Completed photo release form for each student.

    • Access to our team for support and guidance throughout the planning process and the day of student tours.
    • Regular communication as the intermediary between you and the company.
    • A tool kit to help you easily prepare for the tour and share information with families.

What will the tour involve?
The event flow of each site will vary. However, we will share a general agenda with educators prior to the tour. Each company will provide a short overview of the company and a walk-through of their facility. We have encouraged host companies to also do a hands-on activity to further engage students.

Why does each employer offer different date(s) and times?
National Manufacturing Day is typically held the first Friday of each October. Due to school calendars and employer availability, we are offering multiple dates. Employers signed up based on their operations and staffing.

Which grades can attend?
Some employers have outlined which grade levels can attend for tours. The reasons for this may vary based on desired outreach or company policies.

What are the safety requirements?
Each employer has safety protocols. All students should wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. If safety glasses or ear plugs are required, the employer or MACNY will provide the equipment on site. Please refer to the Best Practices and Safety Guidelines document under “Educator Resources” for additional information.

WHAT EDUCATORS ARE SAYING

Questions?
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