They still have auto mechanics but probably will teach them to work on todays cars, electronics and such instead of actually fixing components like motors or transmissions. I tried to get my mom to allow me into the auto mechanics class in school, she refused, but she did sign off on shorthand which I have never used and don’t even remember.

Well, that is better than nothing. Too bad they can't spell or use cursive writing anymore or know how to sew etc. I do know for sure music and art are the first things to leave in a budget crunch but, not convinced that the children these days are getting the basics needed to survive. Its all computer oriented.