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Two men in safety glasses work together in a workshop, discussing and examining metal objects. One is holding a tool while the other listens attentively. Workshop equipment and tanks are visible in the background.

Justin Land

  • Class of 2016
  • Polytech High School Graduate
“Being a welding student at POLYTECH High School prepared me with the hands-on skills, confidence, and work ethic needed to succeed in the welding industry. SkillsUSA opened many doors for me by giving me opportunities to compete, build connections, and meet industry professionals. Going full circle from student, to employee, to employer, and now instructor has been truly rewarding. I’m proud to pass on the skills and opportunities that helped shape my career. I encourage every student to get involved, take advantage of every opportunity, and see where it can take you.”
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A person sits at a desk with three monitors displaying code in a modern office. They are smiling, wearing a light blue sweatshirt, and surrounded by plants and industrial-style decor.

Johnny Bui

  • Class of 2017
  • Caesar Rodney High School Graduate
“The technical and leadership experience I gained through TSA and the Manufacturing Engineering Technology program at CRHS gave me the confidence to tackle any engineering challenge head-on and laid the foundation for my successful career in software engineering.”
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A smiling worker in safety glasses, hair net, white coat, and hard hat labeled Lindsey holds a tablet and stylus in a food processing facility.

Lindsey Mizia

  • Class of 2009
  • Woodbridge High School Graduate
“I’m confident that none of it would have been possible without my early start with CTE and Animal Science during my time at Woodbridge.”
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A young woman with long brown hair and glasses smiles at the camera. She is wearing a black blazer and stands in front of a U.S. flag and another banner with partially visible text.

Becky Williams

  • Class of 2015
  • Mount Pleasant High School Graduate
“Without my mentors strongly encouraging me, I would not have joined TSA, found my passion for engineering, or pursued leadership positions. Listen to your teachers, try everything, and find your passion.”
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A man with short dark hair, a beard, and glasses is smiling. He is wearing a dark suit jacket over a light blue shirt, standing in front of a blurred background indoors.

Mike Henretty

  • Class of 2015
  • Concord High School Graduate
“My experience in Mrs. Dulin DiFrancesco’s classes and in DECA gave me a leg up on classmates in business classes at UD. The fundamentals of business that I learned at Concord continue to be applicable on a daily basis.”
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A smiling woman in a classroom points to the word make written on a whiteboard, with blank spaces and dashes before it, indicating a word or spelling activity.

Marcy Campbell

  • Class of 2010
  • Smyrna High School Graduate
“My CTE internship and Educators Rising experiences helped tremendously in preparing me for what to expect in the field of education. Deep down, I always knew that teaching was what I wanted to do, but those experiences solidified that for me. I love meeting students where they are and helping them unlock their potential as readers and learners.”
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