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Media coverage of Shifting Gears USA's mission to revive trade education in Marin County.

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Marin Independent JournalMarch 2026

Shifting Gears USA Launches $1M CAPP Facility at Novato High School

The Marin County nonprofit Shifting Gears USA has announced the launch of a new $1 million automotive training facility at Novato High School, expanding the Car Appreciation and Preservation Program (CAPP) to serve more students across the county.

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Marin Independent JournalFebruary 2026

Marin County Students Find Career Paths Through CTE Programs

Career Technical Education programs at Marin County high schools are giving students hands-on experience in the Car Appreciation and Preservation Program (CAPP), construction, and other skilled trades — with Shifting Gears USA providing scholarships of up to $2,500 per year.

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Marin Independent JournalSeptember 2025

Shifting Gears Rally Raises Record Funds for Student Scholarships

The annual Shifting Gears Rally brought together car enthusiasts from across Northern California to raise funds for CTE and CAPP scholarships for Marin County high school students pursuing careers in the skilled trades.

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Marin Independent JournalApril 2025

Nonprofit Revives Auto Shop Programs at Marin High Schools

After years of dormancy, automotive shop programs at Terra Linda and Novato High Schools are back — thanks in large part to the efforts of Shifting Gears USA, which has partnered with the Marin County Superintendent of Schools to restore hands-on trade education.

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