CIC SUMMIT
CAREERS IN CONSTRUCTION
SUMMIT HIGH SCHOOL • HANDS-ON LEARNING
Rick's full report
“Toppin-Off Tradition/Ceremony”
Nailing a branch to the gable end of a home is a tradition known as “toppin-out”, which originated in Scandinavia!
The ritual celebrates the completion of the buildings frame by placing a branch on the highest point!!
The tradition serves to thank the forest for the materials, protect the structure, and bring good luck to the inhabitants and the workers!!!
(then we all went into the shop and enjoyed some chilidogs together - with coleslaw, mac salad, and chips to celebrate some more)
CURRENT BUILD
Summit High School ADU
2026-2027 school year
This year's Careers in Construction project is a two-bedroom, one-bath modular ADU being constructed by Summit High School students alongside local trades professionals.
The two modular sections are being built at the high school and will be transported to Summit Cove, where they'll become part of a permanent residence for a local homeowner.
874 SQ. FT.
Total living space
2 BEDROOMS
Plus 1 Bathroom
SPRING 2027
Target Completion
This week in photos
A closer look at the project.
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