30 Students Sworn into Air Force's 'Blue Steel' Program in Eilat
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Thirty Eilat students in grades 9-10 were sworn into the Air Force's "Blue Steel" program wearing military uniforms. The program, running for 20 years at Begin High School, offers technological training and a path to significant military service. Many graduates continue to engineering studies at the school's new college. The ceremony was attended by local officials and featured student drills.
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- Thirty Eilat students were sworn into the Air Force's "Blue Steel" program.
- The "Blue Steel" program provides technological training and a path to military service.
- The program has been active at Begin High School for nearly 20 years.
- Mayor Eli Lankri attended the swearing-in ceremony.
- Most program graduates pursue further engineering studies.
Thirty students from grades 9 and 10 in Eilat were sworn into the Air Force's "Blue Steel" program this week, wearing Air Force uniforms. The traditional ceremony took place at the Herods Amphitheater and was attended by Mayor Eli Lankri, Deputy Mayor, and Miri Kopito, Director of the Municipal Education Administration. The event featured impressive drill performances showcasing discipline, cooperation, and teamwork.
The "Blue Steel" program, unique to the Air Force, has been operating at Begin High School for nearly two decades. It provides students with technological training, mentorship, support, and benefits from the Air Force, serving as a pathway to significant military service. Eldad Chaimovitz, the principal of Begin High School, stated that for these young students, it represents a first step on a meaningful and value-driven path, combining technological excellence, personal responsibility, and commitment to the country, continuing the Air Force's tradition of excellence and contribution.
Most students in the program go on to pursue studies in electronics and computer engineering (years 13-14) at the technological college established at Begin High School two years ago.