The Alabama Community College System (ACCS) Innovation Center will unveil three new Haulmark 24-foot mobile training trailers during a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, February 18. The trailers will expand access to immersive, hands-on career exploration for students and communities across Alabama.
Each trailer is equipped with Tenstar simulation technology which will allow learners—primarily middle school students—to experience realistic, interactive scenarios. Career pathways include heavy equipment operation, material handling, commercial driving, and emergency vehicles.
Who:
Dr. Lewis Brooks, Shelby County Schools Superintendent
Chris Stricklin, President, Dunn University
Rep. Corley Ellis, District 41
When:
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.
Where:
Columbiana Middle School
222 Joinertown Rd.
Columbiana, AL 35051
Parking: Guests are asked to park at the north end of the Columbiana Square parking lot, located on AL Hwy 25 and Joinertown Road. A shuttle will be provided to transport guests to the event site beginning at 9:30 a.m. and will return guests following the event.
For program questions, please contact Matt Heaton, ACCS Innovation Center, Career Readiness Manager, [email protected]