Dave loves the outdoors. He is a registered assistant big game guide. In 1991 ran and finished the Iditarod. While mushing dogs is no longer an option in Kodiak the Allens have a chocolate lab and couple cats which don’t take to the harness very well.

Furniture and specialty items made out of wood are Dave’s passion in woodworking. Dave shares this interest with his students as he introduces machines, hand tools and power hand tools in wood tech classes

Mr. Allen currently helps out with the wrestling team and is the head coach of Girls Softball.

During the 2005-06 school year, Mr. Allen is teaching:

Cabinetmaking I Grade Level(s): 10-12; Semester or year-long course.Prerequisite(s): Woods Technology.

This course will offer students practical experience in the specialized area of cabinet making. Students will gain experience in design production and uses of cabinets. The content outline includes: safety, machinery, construction types, industry standards, materials, design, joints, drawer construction, door types, hardware and finishes.

Cabinetmaking II Grade Level(s): 10-12; (to be taught in 2006-07) Semester or year-long course. Prerequisite(s): Cabinetmaking I.

This course is an advanced class that builds on the skills learned in Cabinetmaking 1 and introduces new techniques and skills. This course will include career identification and interaction with experts in the trade. The following will be offered in this class: safety, construction types, industry standards, materials, design, door construction, hardware, interior design, installation, and careers.

Construction I Grade Level(s): 10-12; Semester or year-long course. Prerequisite(s): Woods Technology.

This course covers beginning level construction. Students will be introduced to basic information and techniques that apply to the building trades industry. Using equipment safely and the process of construction will be covered. The content outline covers: construction materials, exterior, construction safety, windows and doors, tools and machines, weatherproofing, framing, floors, walls and roofs.

Woods Technology Grade Level(s): 11-12; Year-long course Prerequisite(s): None. This course is repeatable for additional credit, but requires teacher approval.

Wood Technology is comprised of courses and/or programs designed to introduce and develop skills related to woods and the woodworking industry. Emphasis is placed on safety in the woodworking laboratory, the study of materials, common woodworking tools, woodworking methods, and wood finishing.

Wood Work Detailing Grade Level(s): 10-12; Semester or year-long course. Prerequisite(s): None.

This course is a beginning level class introducing use of the lathe, router, mitre saw, carving tools, and hand tools. Use of equipment and its safe handling will be covered. Inlay, precision picture framing, finish carpentry, scroll work, faceplate and spindle turning will be introduced. Laminates, glass, ceramic and other non-wood material will be utilized.