Over the past 40 years BSR has developed a unique approach to addressing generational poverty and broken homes. We offer our students an on-campus, in-house accredited vocational training program. This comprehensive program includes instruction in various trades such as construction, cabinetry, automotive maintenance, tire balance/mount/repair, welding, and GED preparation. However, due to high demand, we are currently working towards expanding our offerings to include a certified heavy equipment operator trade. This expansion will allow us to enroll an additional 10 students at the time, as we are currently forced to turn away an average of 30 kids per week due to being at capacity. The addition of the heavy equipment operator training program is a collaborative effort involving multiple agencies and public-private partnerships. The Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) position is in high demand across the country and offers competitive wages. Job opportunities can be found in various industries, including road construction, mining, land clearing, municipal work, utility services, manufacturing, and general construction. We serve high at-risk young men ages 16-21 placed by the Department of Family & Children Services or the Department of Juvenile Justice. We accept youth from all over the state of Georgia, so we serve all 159 counties in Georgia. By BSR teaching skilled trades supports our young men and protentional Employers by allowing our young men to earn a living wage after they graduate more easily and help bridge the vocational skills gap in the workforce.