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WINNERS IN 3-D VISUALIZATION AND ANIMATION CONTEST2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in the 3-D VISUALIZATION AND ANIMATION contest were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.

Working against the clock and each other, the participants proved their expertise in job skills for occupations such as electronics, technical drafting, precision machining, medical assisting and culinary arts. There were also competitions in leadership skills, such as extemporaneous speaking and conducting meetings by parliamentary procedures.

SkillsUSA is the national organization for students in trade, industrial, technical and health occupations education. It sponsors the SkillsUSA Championships annually to recognize the achievements of career and technical education students and to encourage them to strive for excellence and pride in their chosen occupations.

The contests are planned by technical committees made up of representatives of labor and management and are designed to test the skills needed for a successful entry-level performance in given occupational fields. Safety practices and procedures - an area of great concern to labor and management alike - are judged and graded and constitute a portion of a contestant’s score. A short video about the 2016 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference is available online at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EC_Ev-guIbg

The world of 3-D Visualization and Animation is rapidly expanding, and career opportunities exist in a wide range of fields – including architecture, games, product and industrial design, civil engineering, and film and television animation. This contest allows students to step into a real-world 3D production environment where creative output must

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be accomplished within specific timeframes, resources and design constraints. This is a two-per-son team event and includes a preliminary written exam. Contestants must produce high quality images and an animated short subject using 3D computerized images. Students are evaluated on their technical knowledge, production skills and creative abilities – including visual development and storyboarding. They also had the opportunity to interface with and get feedback from judges with successful careers in 3D visualization and animation.

The national technical committees for 3-D Visualization and Animation include Chair Michael Edmonds, Amazon Games (Va.); Peter Mancini, 3Dconnexion Inc. (Mass.); and, Linda Sellheim, NewSchool of Architecture+Design (Calif.)

The national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Jim Burkey (Nev.); Robin Cain, C-4 Columbus Area Career Connection (Ind.); and, Gary Chapman, Calvert Career Center (Md.).

Other support includes 3Dconnexion; The Art Institutes and Unity.

A complete list of winners is available online. Go to: www.skillsusa.org/competitions/skillsusa-championships/results/.

SkillsUSA is a vital solution to the growing U.S. skills gap. This nonprofit partnership of students, instructors and industry ensures America has the skilled workforce it needs to stay competitive. Founded in 1965 and endorsed by the U.S. Department of Education, the association serves more than 300,000 member students and instructors each year in middle schools, high schools and colleges. This diverse talent pipeline covers 130 trade, technical and skilled service occupations, the majority STEM-related. More than 600 corporations, trade associations, businesses and labor unions actively support SkillsUSA at the national level. SkillsUSA programs are integrated into career and technical education through a framework of personal, workplace and technical skills grounded in academics. Local, state and national championships, designed and judged by industry, set relevant standards for career and technical education and provide needed recognition to its students. SkillsUSA also offers technical skill assessments and other workplace credentials. For more information, go to: www.SkillsUSA.org.

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WINNERS IN ACTION SKILLS ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in ACTION SKILLS were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.



The contests are designed and planned by representatives of labor and management. Contests test skills needed for a successful entry-level performance in occupations. The non-occupationally-specific leadership contests represent a variety of communications, goal setting and teamwork skills -- all geared to enhance a student's qualities of leadership, responsibility, and character. A short video about the 2016 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference is available online at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EC_Ev-guIbg

Action Skills is a five- to seven-minute demonstration of an occupational skill in an area in which a student is training. Contestants use examples, experiments, displays or practical operations to clearly explain their skills using contestant-prepared visual aids.


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The national technical committee for Action Skills includes Chair Monica Frick, Central Technology Center — Drumright (Okla.); Diane Lafauci, Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational School (Mass.); and Robert Larson (Ohio).

A national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Chair Michele Friedman, Champlain Valley Technical Education Center (N.Y.); Federico Brown, St. Croix Career and Technical Center (U.S. Virgin Islands); Harold Dworetzky, The Dollhouse Centre (N.Y.); Martha Dyer (Tenn.); Michele Friedman, Champlain Valley Technical Education Center (N.Y.); Veronica Gibson, Virginia Randolph Community High School (Va.); Kristy Kittrell, Wayne County Career and Technical Center (N.Y.); Luanne Larson, Polly Fox Academy (N.D.); Robert Larson (Ohio); Linda Shelton (Tenn.); Larry Stevenson, Excelsior Springs Area Career Center (Mo.); and Yvette Weaver, Central Nine Career Center (Ind.).

Other support includes Fidelity, Lowe’s Companies Inc. and Newell Brands.



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WINNERS IN ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.



The contests are planned by technical committees made up of representatives of labor and management and are designed to test the skills needed for a successful entry-level performance in given occupational fields. Safety practices and procedures - an area of great concern to labor and management alike - are judged and graded and constitute a portion of a contestant’s score. A short video about the 2016 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference is available online at: www.youtube.com/watch?v=EC_Ev-guIbg

Additive Manufacturing embraces a wide range of materials and derivative processes building parts suitable for end-use service. The virtually unlimited design freedom enabled by additive manufacturing (AM) allows the creation of shapes and the integration of feature and function that previously required subassemblies. Employment opportunities for creative individuals are growing while industry adopts AM methods. Ready access to workstations and service providers makes the Internet a growing marketplace for public AM gadgets.

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The national technical committee for Additive Manufacturing includes Chair Meghan Shea-Keenan, Society of Manufacturing Engineers (Mich.).

The national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Tye Watson, Calhoun Community College (Ala.) and Robert Williams, Manatee Technical Institute (Fla.).

Other support includes 3Dconnexion, Lowe’s Companies Inc., SME, the SME Education Foundation, and Tooling U-SME.

A complete list of winners is available online. Go to: www.skillsusa.org/competitions/skillsusa-championships/results/ .


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WINNERS IN ADVERTISING DESIGN ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in ADVERTISING DESIGN were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Advertising Design contestants were tested on their technical skills and creative aptitude just as though contestants worked for an advertising agency. Technical skills and creative aptitude are tested as though competitors worked for an ad agency. In addition to a written test, competitors recreate a given advertisement on the computer. Competitors are judged on their accuracy, proficiency with industry standard software and ability to meet the deadline. A creative portion involves the application of creative thinking and development of a design problem.


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The national technical committee for Advertising Design includes Co-chair Becky Becque, Full Sail University (Fla.); Co-chair Lee Troxell, Troxell Media (Va.); Teri Drake-Cox, Hallmark Cards Inc. (Mo.); Brian Miller, Hampton Roads Planning District Commission (Va.); and Ralph Nappi, Graphic Arts Education and Research Foundation (Va.).

The national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Beth Garrett, Scott Regional Technology Center (Mo.); Scott Heidy, South Central Career Center (Mo.); Beth Keith, Waynesville Career Center (Mo.); Jennifer Leff, Carver-Scott Cooperative Center (Minn.); Margaret Reid, Guilford Technical Community College (N.C.); and Angi Yowell, Rolla Technical Institute (Mo.).

Other support for the contest includes The Art Institutes and Lowe’s Companies Inc.

A complete list of winners is available online. Go to: www.skillsusa.org/competitions/skillsusa-championships/results/ .


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AMERICAN SPIRIT AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in the AMERICAN SPIRIT AWARD contest were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.



The contests are designed and planned by representatives of labor and management. Contests test the skills needed for a successful entry-level performance in occupations. The non-occupationally-specific leadership contests represent a variety of communications, goal setting and teamwork skills -- all geared to enhance a student's qualities of leadership, responsibility, and character. A short video about the 2016 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference is available online at: www.youtube.com/watch?v=EC_Ev-guIbg

The American Spirit Award contest is a notebook contest documenting SkillsUSA chapters’ community service, patriotism and citizenship, and promotion of career and technical education projects that demonstrate a belief in the American way of life and the purposes of SkillsUSA.


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Members of the national technical committee for the American Spirit Award include Chair Mary Anderson, Deming Public Schools (N.M.); Stewart Spittle, Mid-East Career & Technology Centers-Zanesville (Ohio); and, Lupe Vasquez (N.M.).

A national education committee assists the national technical committee. Members include Patrick Bova, West Mesa High School (N.M.); AJ Monsivais, West Mesa High School (N.M.); James See, West Mesa High School (N.M.); and Lupe Vasquez (N.M.).

Other support for the contest includes Lowe’s Companies Inc. and Newell Brands.



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WINNERS IN ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Architectural Drafting contestants use their drafting skills to solve an architectural problem. The problem includes a written test, a hand sketch, and either computer-generated or board-drafted drawings. The competition tests the competitors’ problem-solving abilities, not simply their CAD skills.


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Members of the national technical committee for Architectural Drafting include Chair Marie Boatright, CRB Architects Engineers (Mo.); Chad Howerton Davidson, Architecture and Engineering (Kan.); and, Barry Rude, Gensler (D.C.).

A national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Nina Bullock (Ala.); David Cissell, Paducah Area Technology Center (Ky.); John DeLee, Hillyard Technical Center (Mo.); Aaron Kliethermes, State Technical College of Missouri (Mo.); Sheryl Moran, Harrison County Career and Technical Center (Miss.); Justin Robinson, Hamilton Career Center (S.C.); Bethany Shockney, Calhoun Community College (Ala.); Brian Terry, Limestone Career Technology Center (Ala.); Linda Unger, Excelsior Springs Area Career Center (Mo.); and Don Willits, McPherson High School (Kan.).

Other support for the contest includes 3Dconnexion, Calculated Industries Inc. and Lowe’s Companies Inc.



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WINNERS IN AUDIO/RADIO PRODUCTION ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in AUDIO/RADIO PRODUCTION were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




In the Audio/Radio Production contest two-person student teams must produce (plan, write, voice, record, edit, and render) an audio/radio production such as a PSA. The competitors are judged on the professionalism of their production, the quality of the audio and the conveyance of the information to the listener.


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Members of the national technical committee for Audio/Radio Production include Chair Paul Chiacchierini, AMP Productions Studios (Pa.); David Bowden, AMP Productions Studios (Pa.); Lance Davis, Rok Box Productions (Pa.); and, Glenn Feit, Powerchord Productions I (Colo.).

A national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Amy Davis-Moore, Forsyth Technical Community College (N.C.); and, Eric Millham, Dr. James A. Forrest Career and Technology Center (Md.).

Other support for the contest includes Calculated Industries Inc. and Newell Brands.



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WINNERS IN AUTOMATED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in AUTOMATED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




The Automated Manufacturing Technology contest evaluates teams for employment in integrated manufacturing technology fields of computer aided drafting/design (CAD), computer aided manufacturing (CAM), and computer numerical controlled machining (CNC). CAD operators construct the part geometry; the CAM operator generates the tool paths; and the CNC operator sets up and machines the part. Plotting is not a scored event; however, the competitors must be able to generate a plot file that will be used to send their data to the plotter.


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Members of the national technical committee for Automated Manufacturing Technology include Co-chair Rob Clarke, Intelitek Inc. (N.H.); Co-chair Jeff Stone, Intelitek Inc. (N.H.); Jeffrey Fischer, Fischer EDM Inc. (Minn.); Rick Knisely, AZTECH Educational Resources (Ariz.); Dick McManus, AZTECH Educational Resources (Ariz.); Dan Newby, CNC Software Inc. (Wash.); Ben Richardson; and, Dustin Spieth, CNC Software (Kan.).

A national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Don Block, Rolla Technical Institute (Mo.); Samuel Dolson, Manteca High School (Calif.); Rick Huddleston, Tulsa Technology Center — Coweta (Okla.); Jonathan Morgan (Minn.); and, George Skena, Norfolk Technical Center (Va.).

Other supporting organizations include 3Dconnexion, Calculated Industries, Inc. and Newell Brands.



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WINNERS IN AUTOMOTIVE REFINISHING TECHNOLOGY 2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in AUTOMOTIVE REFINISHING TECHNOLOGY were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




In the Automotive Refinishing contest, contestants demonstrated their ability to perform jobs and skills based on the task list outlined by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). The competition includes a series of workstations to assess skills in areas like surface preparation, spray gun operation, paint mixing, using safety precautions and more. The competitor will also complete an interview, a written estimate and an ASE written exam.


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The national technical committee for Automotive Refinishing includes Co-chair Alan Craighead (Ga.); Co-chair Jessica Crowley, PPG Industries Inc. (Md.); Teresa Bolton, National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (Va.); Ryan Brown, Akzo Nobel (Calif.); Donnie Burns, State Farm Insurance Companies (Tenn.); Titus Cartwright, DuPont Performance Coatings (Pa.); Kevin Clark, PPG Industries (Mo.); Robert Dinkel, Sherwin Williams/Martin Senour (Nev.); Rick Farnan, Akzo Nobel Coatings Inc. (Ga.); Mike Gonzalez, PPG Industries Inc. (Ill.); Jimmy Harris, Akzo Nobel Coatings Inc. (Ill.); Tony Larimer, SATA Spray Equipment (Minn.); Rick Moses, Akzo Nobel Coatings Inc. (Texas); Bob Munson, State Farm Insurance Companies (Ill.); Mike Odum, MAACO (Ohio); Charles Peterson, Complete Sales and Marketing (Mo.); Danny Pohl, State Farm Insurance Companies (Ky.); Darin Poston, PPG Industries (Mo.); Frank Ramos, PPG Industries (Calif.); Jamie Redd, PPG Industries (Ohio); Mark Reprogal, Martin Senour (Minn.); Tim Robinson, Martin Senour (Kan.); Petra Schroeder, AXALTA Coating Systems (Mich.); Don Shearer, Akzo Nobel (Iowa); Faith Shoovaerts, PPG Industries Inc.; Jeff Wildman, BASF (Mich.); Dan Wittek, 3M (Minn.); and, Kye Young, European Motor Car Works Inc. (Calif.).

A national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Paul Katsulis (Kan.); Don Simpson, Mill Creek Center (Kan.); and Jeff White, Unitec Career Center (Mo.).

Contest Cluster Sponsors are: ASE — National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence; andToyota Motor North America. Other support for the contest includes Automotive Refinishing Technology Technical Committee; Carhartt Inc.; Snap-on Incorporated; State Farm Insurance Companies; Universal Technical Institute; and, Wyo-Tech.



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WINNERS IN AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNOLOGY ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNOLOGY were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Contestants in Automotive Service Technology demonstrate their ability to perform jobs and skills based on the task list outlined by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). Workstations consist of on-vehicle, simulations, bench and component testing, and a written test. Competitors are judged on technical competency, accuracy, quality, safety and ability to follow directions.


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The national technical committee for Automotive Service Technology includes Chair Jill Saunders, Toyota Motor Sales North America (Calif.); Charles Ayers, CCAR (Ill.); Robert Bassett, Gates Corp. (Miss.); Erin Brennan, Cengage Learning (N.Y.); Randy Bridgewater, American Honda Motor Co. Inc. (N.J.); Mike Elder, Pittsburg State University (Kan.); Kyle Holt, S/P2 (Kan.); Scott Norman, Pittsburg State University (Kan.); Stephen Pulcheon, Snap-on Incorporated (Ohio); Greg Rintala, Snap-on Incorporated (Colo.); Mike Sculthorpe, Raytheon Co. (Mich.); Erik Smith, MAC Tools (Ohio); Robert Wheeler, Ford Motor Co. (Kan.); and Kelly Zeih, S/P2 (Kan.).

A national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Jesse Hackfield, Birdville Center of Technology and Advanced Learning (Texas); and, Rodney Wolken, Lex La-Ray Technical Center (Mo.).

Contest Cluster Sponsors are: ASE — National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence; andToyota Motor North America. Other support for the contest includes IRWIN Industrial Tool Co.; Milwaukee Electric Tool Co.; Ranken Technical College; Snap-on Incorporated; Universal Technical Institute; and, Wyo-Tech.



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WINNERS IN AVIATION MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in AVIATION MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Aviation Maintenance Technology contestants perform 12 tasks that represent the types of maintenance they will handle in the aircraft industry. The contest scope is consistent with the airframe and power plant mechanics certification guide published by the Federal Aviation Administration. Aviation maintenance is the only maintenance profession certified by the federal government.


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Members of the national Aviation Maintenance Technology technical committee include Co-chair Wayne King, Kentucky Department of Education (Ky.); Co-chair Dan Murdaugh IAM&AW and United Airlines (Calif.); Todd Baid, Salt Lake Community College (Utah); Kirk Carter, UPS (Ky.); John Gamble, Snap-on Incorporated (Mass.); Fay Gregory (Wash.); John Hansen, Flight Safety International—Retired (Mo.); Cory Helm, UPS (Ind.); Rodney Pfeifer, Lynch Family Ltd. (Ark.); Kim Richardson, United Parcel Service (Ky.); Craig Scherzer, American Airlines (Okla.); Rodger Simmons, Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. (Ga.); Carl Wetzel, Lynch Family Ltd. (Ark.); and, David Young, King Career Center (Alaska).

A national education team assists the national technical committee. Jay Mullis, Oconee Fall Line Technical College (Ga.) chairs the committee.

Contest Cluster Sponsors are: ASE — National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence; andToyota Motor North America. Other support for the contest includes Aircraft Spruce and Specialty Co.; American Tool Co.; Cessna; Channellock Inc.; FAA Flight Safety Team; Fastenal; Flying Tools; IRWIN Industrial Tool Co.; Jeppesen; Kleen Products; Lenox; L.S. Starrett Co.; Milwaukee Electric Tool Co.; Newell Brands; Snap-on Incorporated; Stanley Black & Decker Inc.; TData; and TWU Union Local.



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WINNERS IN BASIC HEALTH CARE SKILLS ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in BASIC HEALTH CARE SKILLS (High School Only) were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Basic Health Care Skills contestants demonstrate their knowledge and ability to perform entry-level procedures or skills based on the following list of core standards: academic foundations; communication skills; career opportunity concepts and systems; employability skills and teamwork, ethical and legal issues and safety practices. Performance is evaluated through various stations involving written, verbal and skills testing.


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Members of the national technical committee for the Basic Health Care Skills contest include Chair Jennifer Walters (Pa.).

Other support for the contest includes NASCO Health Care and Newell Brands.



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WINNERS IN BROADCAST NEWS PRODUCTION ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in BROADCAST NEWS PRODUCTION were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Broadcast News Production is a team contest, comprised of four student members. Two students serve as the news anchor team, one student serves as the team’s director/technical director, and one student serves as the floor director. Each team has two hours to write and produce their rundown before assigned contest time. Teams produce and complete a three-minute newscast as if it were live. Teams are evaluated on their broadcast writing ability, voice quality, diction, timing and pacing and performance techniques.


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Matt Peschau, Ross Video (Wis.) chairs the national technical committee for Broadcast News Production. A national education team supports the national technical committee. Members include Darcy Deupree, Southwest High School (Texas); Michael Sanders, Southeast High School (Fla.); and, Paul Stensen, Central Kitsap High School (Wash.).

Other support for the contest includes Calculated Industries Inc. and Lowe’s.



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WINNERS IN BUILDING MAINTENANCE ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in BUILDING MAINTENANCE were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Building Maintenance contestants demonstrate competencies related to the building maintenance trade. Students are expected to compete in a higher level of mastery areas because the competition is a national event. These areas will include, but are not limited to, carpet care, office and restroom cleaning, floor care and liquid measurement. The competition is available to students who are classified under the provisions of Public Law 105-17, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, 1997.


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Members of the national technical committee for the Building Maintenance contest include Co-chair Marvin Miller (Ohio); Co-Chair Mark Lyndon; and, Janice Miller, Millstream Career Center (Ohio).

Other support for the contest includes Carhartt, Inc. and Milwaukee Tools.



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WINNERS IN CABINETMAKING ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in CABINETMAKING were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Cabinetmaking requires contestants to build a small cabinet from materials and drawings supplied. Contestants are expected to read the drawings, lay out and cut the parts using a table saw, laminate trimmer, hand drill, hinge boring machine and various hand tools. The parts must be accurately assembled, sanded and adjusted to tolerances specified by the judges.


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The members of the national technical committee for Cabinetmaking include Chair Kent Gilchrist, Fremont Interiors Inc. (Ind.); Jerry Allen, Allen Millwork Co. (Kan.); Jerry Brewer, Ohio Valley Door Corp. (Ind.); Kristine Cox (N.C.); Greg Heuer, Architectural Woodwork Institute (Va.); Ted Robinson, Technique Manufacturing Inc. (Kan.); John Volpe, Volpe Millwork Inc. (Ohio); and Charlie Zizumbo, Salina Planing Mill Inc. (Kan.).

A national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Tabitha Davis, Hillsboro High School (Texas); Kyle Davis, Hillsboro High School (Texas); Joe Davis, Dale Jackson Career Center (Texas); Grant Gamble, Jefferson Technical Campus (Ky.); and, A.J. Tinker, Rolla Technical Institute (Mo.).

Other support for the contest includes Calculated Industries, Inc.; Carhartt, Inc.; IRWIN Industrial Tool Co.; SawStop LLC; and, DeWalt Tools.



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WINNERS IN CARPENTRY ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in CARPENTRY were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Carpentry contestants must frame walls using wood and/or metal steel studs; cut and install rafters, gable end overhangs, fascia board and soffit installation; and install sheathing and/or exterior siding and trim. Competitors are judged on accuracy, ability to read and interpret blueprints, workmanship, safety and the proper use of tools and materials.

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Members of the national technical committee for Carpentry include Chair Boyd Worsham, Haskell Co. (Fla.); Tracy Chambers, ACIG Peer Group-Nabholz Construction (Ark.); Steve Greene NCCER/Build Your Future (Fla.); Clay Kubicek, Crossland Construction Co. Inc. (Kan.); Terry Westerman, ClarkDietrich Building Systems (Ohio); and Jay Wetterhus, Morton Buildings Inc. (Ill.).

A national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Troy Rupp, Alexandria Technical and Community College (Minn.); Beth Zimmerman, Alexandria Technical and Community College (Minn.); and, Les Zimmerman, Alexandria Technical and Community College (Minn.).

Other organizations supporting the contest include ABC National, AGC of America; Bahco; BYF; Calculated Industries Inc.; Carhartt Inc.; Cianbro; ClarkDietrich; Construction Pro Calculated; DeWALT Industrial Tool Co.; Fluor; Haskell Co.; Iron Age Footwear; IRWIN Industrial Tool Co.; ISN; Klein Tools; Lowe’s Companies Inc.; Marek Bros; Milwaukee Electric Tool Co.; Morton Buildings; NACB; NCCER; PROV; S&B Engineers; Snap-on Incorporated; Stilletto Tools; Saw-Stop; TIC and Warson Brands.



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WINNERS IN CNC MILLING SPECIALIST ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in CNC MILLING SPECIALIST were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




The CNC Milling Specialist contest assesses the ability to write the CNC program for a part drawing and materials, determine tool offsets, set up the machine and produce a par on a milling machine. The competition includes a written test evaluating contestant knowledge of computer numeric control machining.


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Members of the national technical committee for the CNC Milling Specialist contest include Chair Gregory Chambers, Oberg Industries (Pa.); Co-chair Montez King, National Institute for Metalworking Skills (Va.); Rick Lasure, L.S. Starrett Co. (Mass.); Michael McDonald, CGTech (Calif.); Scott Robinson, L.S. Starrett Co. (Mass.); Jerry Sage, Haas Automation Inc. (Calif.); Patrick Sayn, Immersive Engineering (Mich.); Bob Skodzinsky, Haas Automation HTEC Network (Fla.); and, Chuck Tate, Sandvik Coromant Co. (N.J.).

A national education team assists the national technical committee: Chair Richard Stape, Mahoning County Career and Technical Center (Ohio).

Other organizations supporting the contest include 3Dconnexion; AMT – The Association for Manufacturing Technology; Calculated Industries, Inc.; Carhartt, Inc.; Delcam; Gene Haas Foundation; Heidenhain Corp.; Industrial Press; Lowe’s Companies Inc.; SME Education Foundation; and, Universal Technical Institute.



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WINNERS IN CNC TECHNICIAN ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in CNC TECHNICIAN were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




CNC Technician students compete in NIMS Level I and II manual machining skills and knowledge areas, including operation of manual milling machines, lathes, drill presses and surface grinders. Related knowledge and skills in the areas of engineering drawing interpretation, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, technical math and machining practices. Using precision measuring/hand tools and communicating verbally using proper industry terminology are also part of this competition.


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The members of the technical committee for the CNC Technician include Co-chair Gregory Chambers, Oberg Industries (Pa.); and, Co-chair Montez King, National Institute for Metalworking Skills (Va.).

A national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Mark Moehlman, Kansas City Kansas Community College Technical Education Center; Dan Sunia, Petaluma High School (Calif.); Robert Swordy (Mo.); and James Wiley (Tenn.).

Other supporting organizations include 3Dconnexion,; AMT — The Association for Manufacturing Technology; Calculated Industries Inc.; Carhartt Inc.; Delcam; Gene Haas Foundation; Industrial Press; SME Education Foundation; and, Universal Technical Institute.



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WINNERS IN CNC TURNING SPECIALIST ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in CNC TURNING SPECIALIST were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




The CNC Turning Specialist contestants must demonstrate the ability to write the CNC program for a part drawing and materials, determine tool offsets, set up the machine and produce a part on a lathe. The competition includes a written test evaluating contestant knowledge of computer numerical control machining.


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The National Technical Committee for CNC Turning Specialist includes Co-chair Gregory Chambers, Oberg Industries (Pa.); and, Co-chair Montez King, National Institute for Metalworking Skills (Va.).

Richard Stape, Mahoning County Career and Technical Center (Ohio) chairs the national education team for the CNC Turning Specialist contest.

Other supporting organizations include 3Dconnexion; AMT — The Association for Manufacturing Technology; Calculated Industries Inc.; Carhartt Inc.; Delcam; Gene Haas Foundation; Heidenhain Corp.; Industrial Press; Lowe’s Companies Inc.; Metropolitan Community College; Ranken Technical College; SME Education Foundation; and, Universal Technical Institute.



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WINNERS IN THE CAREER PATHWAYS SHOWCASEANNOUNCED

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The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in the CAREER PATHWAYS SHOWCASE competition were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




The Career Pathways Showcase contest recognizes outstanding Career Pathways students for their ability to present — through the design and construction of a display — the application of skills and education brought about through Career Pathways training. Students perform a professional team presentation applying the appropriate technology associated with the Career Pathways program.


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The members of the national technical committee for Career Pathways Showcase include Chair Paul Light (Mo.); Stephanie Cameron, Apsco (Okla.); Mihcael Conn, Educational Research Center of America (N.Y.); Jeff Donahue, Schreiber Foods Inc. (Mo.); Paul Light (Mo.); Lydia Tucker, Tech Prep Delaware; and, Michael Walsh, VMS Inc. (Mich.).

A national education team supports the national technical committee. Members include Bart Burnett, Dubiski Career High School (Texas); Stacy Johnson, Tennessee College of Applied Technology — Crossville; Susan Light (Mo.); and, Earnestine Peete, Tennessee College of Technology—Memphis.

Other supporting organizations for the contest include ACT Foundation and Newell Brands.



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WINNERS IN CHAPTER BUSINESS PROCEDURE2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in CHAPTER BUSINESS PROCEDURE were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Chapter Business Procedure is a team contest evaluating students’ ability to conduct business meetings for a SkillsUSA chapter according to the order of business. Student teams of six members demonstrate their knowledge of parliamentary procedure in both a written exam and a team demonstration. The written exam consists of 100 questions related to materials found in Robert’s Rules of Order — Newly Revised.


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Members of the national technical committee for the Chapter Business Procedure include Chair Mark Johnson, Pittsburg State University (Kan.); Gary Beverage (W.Va.); Walker Green, (N.J.); Ruth Ryan, National Association of Parliamentarians (Kan.); and, Steve Small (Ky.).




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WINNERS IN CHAPTER DISPLAY ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in CHAPTER DISPLAY were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Chapter Display student contestants construct a promotional exhibit. The displays are built around and articulate a common theme established annually by SkillsUSA. The competition involves a team of no more than three students setting up the display and one student presenting information about the display to judges.


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Members of the national technical committee for Chapter Display include Chair John Scott (Ga.).

A national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Greg Bauer, Clinton Technical School (Mo.); Thomas Haas, Camden County Technical School (N.J.); Christine Harden, Georgia Piedmont Technical College (Ga.); Mike Lewis, Robeson County Career Center (N.C.); and, Billy Prevatte (N.C.).

Other support for the contest includes Lowe’s Companies, Inc. and Newell Brands.



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WINNERS IN COLLISION REPAIR TECHNOLOGY ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in COLLISION REPAIR TECHNOLOGY were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Student competitors in Collision Repair Technology demonstrate their ability to perform jobs and skills based on the task list outlined by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). The competition includes a series of workstations to assess skills in the following areas: metal straightening, welding, plastic repair and structural analysis. The overall appearance of the finished product, speed and proper safety practices are judged. There are written tests on estimating, structural analysis, and an ASE exam. The students are also interviewed.


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A national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Jay Abitz, Freedom High School (Wis.) and Bob Abitz (Wis.).; and, James Wilson II, ICS Collision Center (Kan.).

Contest Cluster Sponsors include ASE—National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence; and, Toyota Motor North America. Other support for the contest includes Carhartt, Inc.; Lowe’s Companies Inc.; Miller Electric Mfg. Co. Inc.; Refinish Distributors Alliance Inc.; Snap-on Incorporated; Universal Technical Institute; and, Wyo-Tech.



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WINNERS IN COMMERCIAL BAKING ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in COMMERCIAL BAKING were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017 at the Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




In the Commercial Baking contest, contestants are challenged to meet production and quality standards expected by industry. The contest includes both a written examination and practical ex-ercises. Contestants demonstrate their knowledge and skills through scaling, mixing, preparing and baking six products. The products include breads, rolls, Danish, cookies and pies. The stu-dent also must demonstrate their cake decorating skills. The contestant must work efficiently to produce quality products in a job-like setting.


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To see a video of the SkillsUSA Championships Culinary arts, Commercial Baking and Restaurant Service competitions, go to: www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQKMFeWNOXg.

Members of the national technical committee for Commercial Baking include Chair Vickie Fuller (Okla.); Gloria Cabral, Bristol Community College (Mass.); Robert Fleckenstein, Fleckenstein’s Bakery (Ill.); Gary Gottenbusch, Servatti Pastry Shop and Deli (Ohio); Adell Mastro (Conn.); Cheryl Niedzwiecki, The Culinary Arts Institute (Pa.); Casey Shiller, St. Louis Community College (Mo.); Christopher Teixeira, Fifty/50 Management Group (Ill.)Tom Vaccaro, The Culinary Institutes of America (N.Y.); Ronald Zelch, Corbion Caravan Ingredients (Kan.); and, Janice Zelch (Kan.).

The national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Betsy Anderson, Scott Regional Technology Center (Mo.); Phillip Cropper, Worcester Technical High School (Md.); Bridgette Hopkins, Frederick County Career and Technology Center (Md.); and,Charlene Zinnel, Dorchester Career and Technology Center (Del.).

Other supporting organizations include Calculated Industries, Inc.; Culinary Institute of America; Johnson & Wales University; KP Education Systems; New England Culinary Institute; and, Sullivan University.



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WINNERS IN COMMUNITY ACTION PROJECT ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in COMMUNITY ACTION PROJECT DEMONSTRATION CONTEST were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017 at the Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




The Community Action Project competition recognizes excellence and professionalism in the area of community service. A two-contestant team is evaluated based on its ability to develop, execute, document and present a project that was completed in the community or school, a project that provides a benefit to the community or school.


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The National Technical Committee members for Community Action Project include Co-chair Sherry Anderson, Montachusett Regional Vocational-Technical School (Mass.); Co-chair Diane Swenson, EMD Millipore Corp. (N.H.); and, Ken Young (Texas).

The National Education Team includes Richard Stewart, Tulsa Technology Center—Peoria (Okla.); and, Yvette Weaver, Central Nine Career Center (Ind.).




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WINNERS IN COMMUNITY SERVICE CONTEST2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in the COMMUNITY SERVICE were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




The Community Service contest evaluates local chapter activities that benefit the community. SkillsUSA chapters present their best community service project for the year to a panel of judges. Teams are evaluated on the content of their plan, the vision and purpose of their project and the results they achieved. Judges look for coherent plans, evidence of impact, dynamic presentation skills and wrongly written binders.


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The members of the national technical committee for Community Service include Chair Cher Vollink (Iowa); and, Dennis Wallace, Northwest Iowa Community College (Iowa).

The national education team includes Rahsaan Gomes-McCreary, Providence Career and Technical Academy (R.I.).

Other support for the contest includes Lowe’s Companies, Inc. and Newell Brands.



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WINNERS IN COMPUTER PROGRAMMING ANNOUNCED 2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in COMPUTER PROGRAMMING were announced Friday evening, JUNE 26, at the Awards Ceremony of SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




The Computer Programming competition consists of project coding and output, a skill-related written test and an interview. The student contestants receive a packet that includes instructions to the written test and each of the two projects. Each project’s specifications are written for Visual Basic, Java, C++ and RPG. The projects are saved on the Desktop in a folder. All projects are downloaded to a jump drive or diskette and transferred to a main station to be printed, both code and screen. The contest is designed to challenge contestants to develop a successfully executable computer program from design notes and instructions.


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A national technical committee supports the Computer Programming contest. Members include Chair Terry Yoast, Summit Technology Academy (Kan.); and, Charles Hardnett.

Other support for the contest includes Lowe’s Companies, Inc. and Ranken Technical College.



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WINNERS IN COSMETOLOGY ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in COSMETOLOGY were announced Friday evening, JUNE 26, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




In the Cosmetology contest, competitors demonstrate their skills in haircutting, hair styling and long hair design in four separate tests. All work is performed on mannequins. A display of creativity is seen in the long hair segment of the competition, where these future salon professionals demonstrate their own design skills. A parade finale closes the competition, with each competitor walking down the stage with their completed mannequins to present to the audience.


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The national technical committee for Cosmetology includes Co-chair Lisha Barnes, Milady—a Division of Cengage Learning (Calif.); Co-chair Julie Vargas, Sports Clips Inc. (Texas); Pamela Kelly, Fantastic Sams International Corp. (Mass.); Bonnie Overstreet, Burmax Co. Inc. (N.Y.); Roseann Perea, Regis Corp. (Nev.); and, Regina Todd, Marianna (Iowa).

The national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Melissa Brainerd (Wis.); La Quita Brantley, South Garland High School (Texas); Shelia Copeland, Fulton High School (Tenn.); Elda Gonzalez, Donna High School (Texas); Teresa Hannah, Carver Career Center (W.Va.); Lynda Winegar (Texas); Martha Weller (N.M.); and Deborah Winegar (Texas).

Other support for the contest includes Calculated Industries Inc.; FHI; Great Clips Inc.; Milady; Paul Mitchell; Pivot-Point; Sally’s; Sexy Hair; Sharkfin; Sports Clips; and, Supercuts.



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WINNERS IN CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA- National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Crime Scene Investigation competitors are directed to a crime scene and briefed as to the situation. As three-person teams, they process the crime scene. They legally search for, properly collect and remove evidence of the crime. After the scene has been processed, the competitors write their report, draw the crime scene sketch and mark their evidence.


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Members of the technical committee for Crime Scene Investigation include Chair Curtis Flaherty, Louisville Metro Police Department (Ky.); and, George Barrett, Department of Criminal Justice Louisville (Ky.).

The national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Shawn Beagle, Francis Tuttle Technology Center (Okla.); Darrick Bruns, Northland Career Center (Mo.); Brian McClung, Franklin County High School (Va.); Frank Ragains, Metropolitan Nashville Police Department (Tenn.); Tom Washburn, Centennial High School (Ga.); and, Sandra Young, Conroe High School (Texas)

Other support for the contest includes Lowe’s Companies Inc.



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WINNERS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in CRIMINAL JUSTICE were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA- National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Criminal Justice is a competition for students preparing to be police officers or to work in other areas of criminal justice. It uses both a written examination and practical exercises to evaluate the competitors’ abilities and knowledge of the field. The competitors are scored on their knowledge and application of U.S. constitutional law, written and verbal communications skills, and their ability to handle an entry-level law enforcement position.


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Members of the technical committee for Criminal Justice include Chair Curtis Flaherty, Louisville Metro Police Department (Ky.); and, George Barrett, Department of Criminal Justice Louisville (Ky.).

The national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Chair Esther Angelos, North Technical High School (Mo.); Jamey Foster, East Texas Police Academy (Texas); and, Lauren-Anne Sledzinski, Hermitage Technical Center (Va.).




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WINNERS IN CULINARY ARTS ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in CULINARY ARTS were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held June 19—JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




The Culinary Arts competition, encompasses both hot and cold food preparation and presentation. Competitors will demonstrate their knowledge and skills through the production of a four-course menu in a full day of competition. The competitors will be rated on their organization, knife skills, cooking techniques, creative presentation, sanitation food safety techniques, and, above all, the quality and flavor of their prepared items.




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The national technical committee for Culinary Arts includes Co-chair Greg Beachey, National Restaurant Association Education Foundation (Ill.); April Goess, The Culinary Institute of America (Texas); and, Bill Spano, Blue Springs Hyvee Grocery Store (Mo.).

The national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Lana Altemeyer, Rolla Technical Institute (Mo.); Denise Baxter, Mountain View High School (Va.); Christine Gloninger, Annandale High School (Va.); David Holsinger (Va.); Bob McIntosh, Concord Regional Technology Center (N.H.); Tara Roberts, Valley Vocational Technical Center (Va.); and, Paul Santaularia, Northland Career Center (Mo.).

Other support for the contest includes The Art Institutes; Calculated Industries, Inc.; Johnson and Wales University; KP Education Systems; New England Culinary Institute; and, Sullivan University.



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WINNERS IN CUSTOMER SERVICE ANNOUNCED 2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in CUSTOMER SERVICE were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




The Customer Service contest evaluates students' proficiency in providing customer service. The contest involves live, role-playing situations. Contestants demonstrate their ability to per-form customer service in both written and oral forms including telephone and computer skills, communications, problem solving, conflict resolution and business etiquette.


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Members of the national technical committee for Customer Service include Chair Curtis Brown Ace Hardware Corporation (Ill.); Eric Malcolm, Ace Hardware; Dave Sonnen, Ace Hardware; and Jeremy Strandell, Ace Hardware.

A national education team supports the contest and Wayne White (Va.) is a member.




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WINNERS IN DENTAL ASSISTING ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in DENTAL ASSISTING were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Dental Assisting contestants demonstrate procedures specified in the accreditation standards for Dental Assisting Education Programs of the Commission on Dental Accreditation. Students compete in chair-side assisting; preparation of dental materials; infection control; and emergency, laboratory and office procedures.


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Jennifer Ponson, Pensacola State College (Fla.) chairs the national technical committee for the Dental Assisting contest.

The national education team members include Nina Eckert, Lebanon County Career and Technology Center (Pa.); Kathleen Matthews, Manatee Technical Institute (Fla.); and, Martha Townes, Wilkes Community College (N.C.).




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WINNERS IN DIESEL EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in DIESEL EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.

Working against the clock and each other, the participants proved their expertise in job skills for occupations such as electronics, technical drafting, precision machining, medical assisting and culinary arts. There were also competitions in leadership skills, such as extemporaneous speaking and conducting meetings by parliamentary procedures. SkillsUSA is the national organization for students in trade, industrial, technical and health occupations education. It sponsors the SkillsUSA Championships annually to recognize the achievements of career and technical education students and to encourage them to strive for excellence and pride in their chosen occupations.


Diesel Equipment Technology contestants cycle through 14 stations testing and troubleshooting engines, electrical and electronics systems, and power train systems, including chassis, transmissions and carriers. Contestants also demonstrate skills in hydraulic systems, vehicle inspections, fundamental failure analysis, brake systems, air-conditioning systems and general shop skills. Contestants also perform a job interview and complete a written test.

The national technical committee for Diesel Equipment Technology includes Co-chair Chad Estle, Travel Centers of America (Ohio); Co-chair Rebecca Lintow, Associated Equipment Distributors (lll.); Co-chair Nick Rummel, Caterpillar Inc. (Ill.); Lance Anderson, FedEx Freight (Ark.); Dave Andrus, MTU America Inc. (Texas); Jeffery Bryson, Caterpillar Inc. (Ill.); Bob Cornwell, National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (Va.); Andrea Coursen, MHC Kenworth (Mo.); Glenn Cram, Meritor Heavy Vehicles Systems LLC (Mo.); Bradley Foth, United Parcel Service (Kan.); Scott Fredricksen, Detroit Diesel Corp. (Mich.); John Goralski, FedEx Freight (Ark.); John Hinesley, Meritor Inc. (Texas); Homer Hogg, Travel Centers of America


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(Tenn.); Martin Jenkins, Air Products (Ga.); Kip Kibling, FedEx Freight Inc. (Ark.); John Koenig, Navistar Inc, (Ill.); Rick Labadie, Penske Truck Leasing (Mich.); Fred Murphy, Cummins Inc. (Ind.); Joe Oleson, FedEx Freight Inc. (Ark.); John Palcisko, Ohio Technical College Inc. (Ohio); Byron Peters, Fedex Freight Inc. (Ky.); Ronny Queen, Eaton Corp. (Mo.); Nick Rummel, Caterpillar Inc. (Ill.); George Robinson, Air Products (Ohio); Laura Rupe, MHC Kenworth (Mo.); Ed Sobotka, Damon Pursell Construction Co. (Mo.); Jack Sukala, J. Jeb Products (N.J.); Richard Sweet, Caterpillar Inc. (Iowa); Tim Truesdell, Eaton Corp. (N.C.); Sam Turner, Calhoun Area Career Center (Mich.); Larry Whiteman, United Parcel Service (Kan.); Deven Wilson, John Deere (Iowa); and, Arlando Young, FedEx Freight (Ark.).

The national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Clyde Hunt, Guilford Technical Community College (N.C.); Carol O’Dell (Mo.); and, Jim Olson, Fox Valley Technical College (Wis.).

Contest Cluster Sponsors are ASE — National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence; and, Toyota Motor North America. Other supporting organizations include Carhartt, Inc.; Lowe’s Companies Inc.; Milwaukee Tools; Snap-in Incorporated; Universal Technical Institute; University of Northwestern Ohio; and, Wyo-Tech.



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WINNERS IN DIGITAL CINEMA PRODUCTION ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in DIGITAL CINEMA PRODUCTION (formerly Video Product Development) were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA- National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 Outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




The Digital Cinema Production contest evaluates a competitor’s preparation for employment and recognizes outstanding students for excellence and professionalism in cinematography and short film production. The contest includes a written exam, a storyboard assignment, an interview, and a short video that will be filmed and edited on site.


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The national technical committee for Digital Cinema Production is Chair Keith Emmerich, Academy for Media Productions (Pa.); Fernando Castaldi, Ikan (Texas); Sean Hunter, Ikan (Texas)Travis Sims, RED Digital Cinema (Calif.); and, Chet Thomas, Sneak On The Lot — ISM Works LLC (Utah).

A national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Adam Frank, Frederick County Career and Technology Center (Md.).




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WINNERS IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017 at the Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




The Early Childhood Education contest challenges contestants to demonstrate their knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice and their ability to prepare and implement learning activities for children 3-5 years old. Competitors will prepare a written lesson plan and take a written test assessing their knowledge of child development and effective teaching strategies. They will demonstrate their understanding of the unique age-related learning characteristics of young children and the relevant social interactions as they implement the lesson.


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Members of the national technical committee for Early Childhood Education include Chair Dianna Zink (Ky.); and, Brenda Renaud, Fox Valley Career Center (Ill.).

The national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Ashley Cottier, University of Northern Iowa (Ill.) and Brenda Renaud, Fox Valley Career Center (Ill.).




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WINNERS IN ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION WIRING2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION WIRING were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Electrical Construction Wiring contestants work from drawings and specification sheets, competitors are required to install an electrical system common in most residential projects. Judging is based on general workmanship, accuracy of layout and installation, and adherence to the current national electrical code and standard industry safe practices. Competitors’ knowledge of the materials used in the electrical industry is tested when they are required to fill an order from a bill of material that is used to complete the hands-on portion of this contest. A written test is also included.


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The national technical committee for the Electrical Construction Wiring contest includes Chair Greg Rachal, POPS Electric LLC (N.C.); Tom Alexander, Atkins & Stang Inc. (Ohio); William Capps (N.C.); Timothy Grimm, St. Paul Area Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (Minn.); Mike Lumley, R. Brantley and Associates (N.C.); Dick Mathews, Kansas City Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (Mo.); and, Stephen Scales, POPS Electric LLC (N.C.).

The national education committee assists the national technical committee. Members include Polly Friendshuh, Dunwoody College of Technology (Minn.); Larry Harris, Gadsden State Community College (Ala.); Thomas Kelley (N.H.); Denise Ojeda, Central New Mexico Community College (N.M.); Zach Pechacek, Metropolitan Community College (Neb.); Charles Positerry, Terrebonne Career and Technical High School (La.); James Smith (Va.); Brian Stewart, Pickens County Career and Technology Center (S.C.).; Martin Vaughan, Metropolitan Community College (Neb.).

Other supporting organizations include 3M Company; Calculated Industries, Inc.; Carhartt, Inc.; Cengage Learning; Channellock; Cooper Wiring Devices; DEWALT Industrial Tool Co.; Fluke Corp.; Graco; Greenlee; Hubbel-RACO; Ideal Industries Inc.; IRWIN Industrial Tool Co.; Klein Tools; Lenox; Lowe’s Companies Inc.; Milwaukee Electric Tool Co.; NAWIC Education Foundation; Ranken Technical College; Southwire Inc.; Stanley Black & Decker Inc.; and, Womack Electric Supply.



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WINNERS IN ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Electronics Technology is divided into five sections: a customer service exam, a written exam, soldering, breadboarding and troubleshooting. Contestants demonstrate their knowledge of analog and digital circuitry; ability to troubleshoot electronic circuits; ability to construct and test experimental circuits; and, ability to design and select circuit components. All aspects of the competition test contestants’ abilities to use and calibrate electronic equipment, record and organize data, and demonstrate proper safety practices.


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The national technical committee for Electronics Technology includes Chair, Kevin Gulliver, Nida Corporation (Fla.); Joe Beauseigneur, Nida Corp. (Fla.); and, Lydia Beauseigneur, Nida Corp. (Fla.).

A National Education Team supports the contest. Members include Chris Marshall, International Society of Certified Electronics Technology (Texas).

Supporting organizations include Nida Corp; ECS Engage Federal LLC; Fluke Corp.; Lowe’s Companies, Inc.; Milwaukee Tools; and Ranken Technical College.



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WINNERS IN EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION PROCESS2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION PROCESS were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




The Employment Application Process contest tests the contestant’s readiness in applying for employment and their understanding of the process. This competition is available to students who are classified under the provisions of “Public Law 105-17, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, 1997.” The competition includes completing an application and interviewing with the judges.


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The national technical committee for Employment Application Process production includes Co-chair Sherry Anderson, Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School (Mass.); Co-chair Diane Swenson, EMD Millipore Corp. (N.H.); and, Ken Young (Texas).

A national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Richard Stewart, Tulsa Technology Center—Peoria (Okla.); and, Yvette Weaver, Central Nine Career Center (Ind.).




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WINNERS IN ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY/DESIGN ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY/ DESIGN were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




In the Engineering Technology/Design contest a team of three students demonstrates their ability to design an innovative engineering project and present those ideas along with a display and live model. During the presentation, students are judged on their performance as a professional team, presentation of their project to a panel of judges from the engineering field, their storyboard presentation model, and the overall effect of the presentation.


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The members of the national technical committee for the Engineering Technology contest include Co-chair Gary Wynn, International Technology and Engineering Educators Association. (Ind.); Loree Moore, Basler Electric (Ill.); Nick Kirkhof, Greenfield-Central High School (Ind.); Dan Larochelle, REC Foundation (N.H.); Marie Planchard, SolidWorks Corp. (Mass.); and, Brison Torbert, Liberty High School (Ariz.).

Other supporting organizations include 3Dconnexion; Air Products; Cengage Learning; Fischertechnik; Intelitek Inc.; Lincoln Technical Institute; Lowe’s Companies Inc.; Newell Brands; and, Ranken Technical College.



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WINNERS IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in ENTREPRENEURSHIP were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Entrepreneurship is a team event testing students’ knowledge in starting their own businesses by developing business plans that identify needed products or services in a local market. Emphasis is placed on financial planning and practicality of product/service. Teams give oral presentations based upon their written plans and the team must successfully answer questions by a team of judges in response to a typical problem encountered by entrepreneurs during their first year of business.


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The national technical committee for the Entrepreneurship contest includes Chair Russell Leathem, Score—Louisville Chapter 75 (Ky.); and, Leah Deppert, National Association of Community Colleges (Mass.).

National education team members include Dawn Covington, Career Academy (Md.).




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WINNERS IN ESTHETICS ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in ESTHETICS were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




The Esthetics competition evaluates contestant’s techniques and professionalism in the field of skin care. Students are tested in four different areas: an oral skin consultation; a written exam covering the fundamentals of skin care; sanitation; skin analysis; a hands-on basic facial demonstration; and, a day time and fantasy make-up application.


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The national technical committee for Esthetics Production includes Chair Toni Campbell, Sullivan South High School, Kingsport (Tenn.).; Gregg Gochneavr, Nylynn Beauty Products (Texas); Deidre Gochneavr, Nylynn Beauty Products (Texas); and Misty Smith, Murad LLC (Calif.).

A national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Barbara Compton, Southwest Texas Junior College (Texas); Shawndelle Kreger (Texas); Peggy McLemore, SkillsUSA Texas High School State Office (Texas); Nikki Roddy (N.M.)Denise Sauls, Lurleen B. Wallace Community College (Ala.); and, Anne Weems, Calvert Career and Technology Academy (Md.).

Other support for the contest includes Lowe’s Companies Inc., Murad LLC, National Laster Institute and Nylynn Beauty Products.



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WINNERS IN EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEAKING ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEAKING were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Extemporaneous Speaking requires contestants to give a three- to five-minute speech on an assigned topic with five minutes of advance preparation. Contestants enter the preparation area one at a time where they are given a speech topic. They are judged on voice, mechanics, platform deportment, organization and effectiveness.


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The members of the national technical committee for the Extemporaneous Speaking contest include Chair Jim Maynard (Md.); and, co-chair, Karen Milliner, Professional Networking Services LLC (Ky.).

The national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Elaine Bradley, Calvert Career and Technology Academy (Md.); Robin Brady, Calvert Career and Technology Academy (Md.); Etta Maynard (Md.); and, Barbara McKimmie (Md.).




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WINNERS IN FIREFIGHTING ANNOUNCED 2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in FIREFIGHTING were announced Friday evening, JUNE 26, at the Awards Ceremony of SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




The Firefighting contest evaluates the contestant’s preparation for firefighting careers through hands-on skill demonstrations and both written and oral presentations. Areas tested include: safety; breathing apparatus; fire streams; ladders, ropes, knots and hoses; fire control; ventilation; emergency medical care and rescue; and protecting fire cause evidence. Contestants are evaluated using standards established by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).


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The members of the national technical committee for Firefighting include Chair David Barlow (N.C.); and, Rick Larkins (Ky.).

A national education team supports the national technical committee. Members include Edward Emley, Butler Technology Career Center (Ohio).

Other support for the contest includes Lowe’s Companies Inc. and Carhartt Inc.



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WINNERS IN FIRST AID/CPR CONTEST ANNOUNCED 2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in the FIRST AID/CPR CONTEST were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




The First Aid/CPR contest evaluates a contestant’s ability to perform procedures or take appropriate action based on scenarios presented related to CPR (Adult/AED, 2 man system, child and infant CPR) first aid medical emergencies. There is also a written exam. All skills are judged on nationally accepted standards identified by The American Red Cross, The American Heart Association, The American Safety and Health Institute and The National Safety Council.


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The members of the technical committee for First Aid and CPR include Chair Christopher Olsen, Challenging Opportunities (Mass.) A national education team supports the national technical committee. Members include Shirley Knoch, Excelsior Springs Area Career Center (Mo.).




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WINNERS IN GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




In the Graphic Communications contest, student competitors participate in a seven-part competition that evaluates their skills in digital workflow, electronic prepress, finishing, offset press operations, oral professional assessment and production planning. Students will also complete a general technical knowledge test.


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The national technical committee for Graphic Communications includes Co-chair Mike Stinnett (Mich.); Co-chair Dan Wheeler, RR Donnelley (Ind.); Rick Ames, Print Craft Supply (Ga.); John Bertheslen, Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (Nev.); Jim Brandewie, Baumfolder Corp. (Ohio); Judith Durham, Graphic Arts Education and Research Foundation (Va.); Paul Foster, Printing and Graphics Association of Mid-Atlantic (Md.); Kip Jarrett, Heidelberg USA Inc. (Mich.); Kamala Martinez, RR Donnelley (Ill.); Danny McCray, Xerox Corp. (Pa.); Rebecca Robertson, LSC Communications (Ind.); and, Jim Workman, Printing Industries of America Inc. (Pa.)

The national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Shirley Byrd, William D. Ford Career-Technical Center (Mich.); Pat Klarechi, Ferris State University (Mich.); Craig Knippel, Austin High School (Minn.); and, Adam Rodriguez, Saline High School (Mich.)

Other support for the contest includes Graphic Arts Education and Research Foundation (GAERF).



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WINNERS IN GRAPHICS IMAGING – SUBLIMATION ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in GRAPHICS IMAGING – SUBLIMATION were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




In the Graphic Imaging – Sublimation contest, student competitors demonstrate their abilities to perform screen-printing processes. Students are judged on printing graphics on various material and surfaces as well as their overall knowledge of graphic imaging.


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The national technical committee for Graphic Communications includes Chair Johnny Shell, Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (Va.); Jesse Hudson (Kan.); and, Aaron Montgomery, Coastal Business Supplies Inc. (Mo.).

The national education team assists the national technical committee. Tim Wallace, Waynesville Career Center (Mo.) chairs this committee.

Other support for the contest includes Lowe’s Companies Inc. and Printing Industries of America.



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WINNERS IN HEALTH KNOWLEDGE BOWL ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in HEALTH KNOWLEDGE BOWL were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




The Health Knowledge Bowl contest tests students’ knowledge of core information common to all health professionals. In a game setting, teams of four contestants answer questions from nine categories: Academic Foundations, Communication, Systems, Employability Skills, Legal Responsibility, Ethics, Safety Practices, Teamwork and Health Maintenance.


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The national technical committee members for Health Knowledge Bowl include Chair Julie Nelson (Fla.).

The national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Pamela Rhoades, Wilkes Community College (N.C.).




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WINNERS IN HEALTH OCCUPATIONS PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in the HEALTH OCCUPATIONS PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO CONTEST were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Health Occupations Professional Portfolio recognizes students for their successful develop-ment of a professional portfolio. The competition evaluates the ability of the students to present themselves to prospective employers. The contestants will show the use of the portfolio use ef-fective communication skills in presenting. The contest consists of two parts: a portfolio note-book and a live presentation by the contestant.


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The national technical committee members for the Health Occupations Professional Portfolio contest include Chair Brandon Hudson, Tennessee College of Applied Technology—Nashville.




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WINNERS IN HEATING, VENTILATION, AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION


The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in HEATING, VENTILATION, AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held June 25 – JUNE 23, 2017 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.



The contests are planned by technical committees made up of representatives of labor and management and are designed to test the skills needed for a successful entry-level performance in given occupational fields. Safety practices and procedures - an area of great concern to labor and management alike - are judged and graded and constitute a portion of a contestant’s score. A short video about the 2016 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference is available online at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EC_Ev-guIbg.

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration contestants are be tested in the fol-lowing areas: written exam, brazing skills, refrigerant component service, air measurement and troubleshooting, refrigerant recovery and electrical troubleshooting. Industry equipment may in-clude ice machines, refrigerated display cases, small package HVAC units, furnaces, and split system air conditioning units. They are judged on the basis of their use of tools and test equip-ment, speed, accuracy, and safety.

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The members of the national technical committee for Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration include Co-chair Harold Nelson, Mingledorff's Inc. (Ga.); Co-chair Bill Roberts, Lennox Industries Inc. (Mo.); Jeff Croy, Lennox Industries Inc. (Texas); Mike Eckstein, Refrigeration Service Engineers Society (Mo.); Bob Feathers, Emerson Climate Services LLC (Ohio); David Harrell, Emerson Climate Services LLC (Ohio); Bob Henson, Harris Products Group (Ohio); Les Karcher, Carrier Corp. (Calif.); and, and Jamie Simpson, Schaal Heating and Cooling (Iowa)

The national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Darrell Grissom (Texas); Todd Huxford, South Central College (Minn.); Rogelio Longoria (Texas); Richard Shurtleff, Chariho Career and Technical Center (R.I.); and, James Tankersley, Altamaha Technical College (Ga.).

Other supporting organizations include Apex Tool Group LLC; Appion Inc.; Calculated Industries Inc.; Carhartt Inc.; CPS; DeWalt; Fluke Corp.; Greenlee; Iron Age Footwear; IRWIN Industrial Tool Co.; JB Industries; KASKO; Lowe’s Companies Inc.; Malco Products Inc.; Midwest Tool and Cutlery; Milwaukee Electric Tool Co.; Ranken Technical College; Rees Foundation; Regal Beloit Corp.; Supco; Universal Enterprises Inc.; University of Northwestern Ohio; Warson Brands; and, Yellow Jacket.



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WINNERS IN HUMANOID ROBOTICS 2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in HUMANOID ROBOTICS were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held June 25– JUNE 23, 2017 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Humanoid Robotics is a cutting-edge research field that focuses on a variety of subjects, such as artificial intelligence, mechatronics engineering, and computer science. The competitors are asked to develop and or program a robot to perform certain functions. A fully programmable, humanoid robot can see, hear, speak, move, walk, dance, and even play soccer!

Alex Sugurel (Calif.) chairs the national technical committee for Humanoid Robotics.

Other supporting organizations include Lowe’s Companies Inc. and Ranken Technical College.





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WINNERS IN INDUSTRIAL MOTOR CONTROL2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in INDUSTRIAL MOTOR CONTROL were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




In the Industrial Motor Control contest, students demonstrate their knowledge of electrical principles, equipment and industry codes and standards as it relates to the design and installation of motor control systems. Students demonstrate their skills and abilities in applying that knowl-edge by properly installing motor control equipment and associated enclosures, raceways, pilot devices and circuitry in accordance with accepted industry practice and National Electric Code requirements.

The national technical committee for Industrial Motor Control technology includes Chair Paul Dolenc, Independent Electrical Contractors (D.C.); Joe Chandler, Independent Electrical Contractors — Dallas (Texas); Tim Ely, Beacon Electric Co. (Ohio); Dan Endris, Independent Electrical Contractors of Kentucky and Southern Indiana (Ky.); Mark Hudson, Air Products (Texas); James MacMurdo, IP Group International (lll.); Lowell Reith, Interstates Construction Services Inc. (Iowa); and, Raul Vasquez, Independent Electrical Contractors — San Antonio (Texas).


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The national education team assists the national technical committee. Gary Fitzgerald, Franklin County High School (Va.) chairs this effort.

Other supporting organizations include American Technical Publishers; Calculated Industries Inc.; DeWalt; Eaton Corp.; Fluke Corp.; GreenLee; Ideal Industries; Klein Tools; Leviton Manufacturing Co.; Lowe’s Companies Inc.; Milwaukee Electric Tool Co.; NAWIC Education Foundation; Ranken Technical College; Southwire Co. LLC; Thomas and Betts Corp.; and, WESCO Distribution Inc.


SkillsUSA is a vital solution to the growing U.S. skills gap. This nonprofit partnership of stu-dents, instructors and industry ensures America has the skilled workforce it needs to stay compet-itive. Founded in 1965 and endorsed by the U.S. Department of Education, the association serves more than 300,000 member students and instructors each year in middle schools, high schools and colleges. This diverse talent pipeline covers 130 trade, technical and skilled service occupa-tions, the majority STEM-related. More than 600 corporations, trade associations, businesses and labor unions actively support SkillsUSA at the national level. SkillsUSA programs are integrated into career and technical education through a framework of personal, workplace and technical skills grounded in academics. Local, state and national championships, designed and judged by industry, set relevant standards for career and technical education and provide needed recognition to its students. SkillsUSA also offers technical skill assessments and other workplace credentials. For more information, go to: www.SkillsUSA.org.

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WINNERS IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES CONTEST2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES were announced Friday evening, JUNE 26, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




In the Information Technology Services contest, competitors must identify and repair computer hardware malfunctions, solve configuration problems and install common components. In addition, the competitors take the A+ Certification exam. Their score on this exam is used as the basis for the written portion of the contest, and competitors who pass the exam receive their A+ Certification.

The national Technical Committee members for Information Technology Services include Co-chair Jerry Delgado, North Kansas City Schools Career and Technical Center (Mo.); Co-chair Alan Rowland, CompTIA (lll.); Co-chair Chris Sessa, Cardiovascular Consultants (Ariz.); Travis Ambrosy, CORE Institute (Ariz.); Gregg Cherne, United Health Group (Minn.); Dave McKnight, Mega Hertz (Texas); Mike Meyers, Total Seminars LLC (Texas); John Oliphant, Pokagon Band of Potowatomi (Mich.); and Nick Stocchero, Kit Check (D.C.).


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The national education team assists the technical committee. Members include John Partridge, Wexford-Missaukee Career and Technical Center (Mich.) and Jerry Taylor, Applied Technology Education Campus (S.C.).

Other organizations supporting the contest include Justin Hart, Geek Squad (Ky.); Lowe’s Companies Inc.; Ranken Technical College; and, William Woodworth, Geek Squad (Mo.).



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WINNERS IN INTERACTIVE APPLICATION GAME DEVELOPMENT2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in the INTERACTIVE APPLICATION GAME DEVELOPMENT demonstration contest were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




In the Interactive Application Game Development contest, teams must produce an original, high-quality prototype or sample of an interactive multimedia application or video game during the school year immediately preceding the contest deadline. Their production should include concept art and/or storyboards, the sample or prototype itself, an executive overview of the project, and a printed résumé for each team member. Résumés should include the industry experience gained from developing the contest submission, time invested, and the professional and academic relevance to the contestant’s career ambitions.

The national technical committee for the Interactive Application Game Development contest includes Chair Michael Edmonds, Amazon Games (Va.); Steven Colletti, 3Dconnexion Inc. (Mass.); Peter Mancini, 3Dconnexion Inc. (Mass.); Ed Perlberg, Autodesk Inc. (Wis.); and, Linda Sellheim, NewSchool of Architecture+Design (Calif.).


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The national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Jim Burke (Nev.); Robin Cain, C-4 Columbus Area Career Connection (Ind.); and, Gary Chapman, Calvert Career and Technology Academy (Md.).

Other supporting organizations include 3Dconnexion and Amazon Games.



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WINNERS IN INTERNETWORKING CONTEST2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the SkillsUSA Championships in the INTERNETWORKING contest were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.



The contests are planned by technical committees made up of representatives of labor and management and are designed to test the skills needed for a successful entry-level performance in given occupational fields. Safety practices and procedures - an area of great concern to labor and management alike - are judged and graded and constitute a portion of a contestant’s score. A short video about the 2016 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference is available online at: www.youtube.com/watch?v=EC_Ev-guIbg.

The Internetworking contest consists of three main parts-- This competition consists of three main parts. The networking design problem tests students’ ability to design the functionality, scalability, adaptability and manageability of an internetworking system. The online written portion tests the students’ complete knowledge of internetworking concepts. The hands-on component demonstrates the abilities of contestants to make cables; troubleshoot network systems; configure routers, switches and servers; and deliver customer service.


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The national technical committee members for Internetworking include Co-chair Vernon Depee, Cisco Systems Inc. (N.C.); Co-chair Bob Schoenherr, Cisco Networking Academy (Calif.); Richard Adams, Cisco Systems Inc. (Kan.); Don Barnhill, Cisco Systems Inc. (Neb.); Lanita Buchanan, Cisco Systems Inc. (Mo.); Kelly Caudle, Stanly Community College (N.C.); Brian Crump, Stanly Community College (N.C.); Kevin Gibson, Cisco Systems Inc. (Mich.); Greg Moore, Cisco Systems Inc. (Mo.); and, Howard Morgan, Cisco Systems Inc. (Kan.).

The national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Katherine Ellis, Metropolitan Community College (Mo.); Alex Hamilton, Metropolitan Community College (Mo.); Wesley Koga, Wheeler Middle School (Hawaii); Ed McCarty (N.C.); and, John Nelson, Advanced Technology Center (Va.).

Other organizations supporting the contest include Ranken Technical College and Southwire Co. LLC.



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WINNERS IN JOB INTERVIEW ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in JOB INTERVIEW were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.



The contests are designed and planned by representatives of labor and management. Contests test the skills needed for a successful entry-level performance in occupations. The non-occupationally-specific leadership contests represent a variety of communications, goal setting and teamwork skills -- all geared to enhance a student's qualities of leadership, responsibility, and character. A short video about the 2016 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference is available online at: www.youtube.com/watch?v=EC_Ev-guIbg.

Job Interview is divided into three phases: completion of employment applications; preliminary interviews with receptionist; and, in-depth interviews. Contestants are evaluated on their understanding of employment procedures faced in applying for positions in the occupational areas for which they are training.

The national technical committee for Job Interview includes Chair Jennifer Waite, Managing Information Systems (Calif.) and Mitchel Slemp (Okla.).

A national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Dawn Covington, Career Academy (Md.); Ron Garner, West Mesa High School (N.M.); Michele Seay, South Georgia Technical College (Ga.); and, Sandra Thompson, University of West Georgia (Ga.).


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Other organizations supporting the contest include Lowe’s Companies Inc. and Newell Brands.



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WINNERS IN JOB SKILL DEMONSTRATION A2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in JOB SKILL DEMONSTRATION A were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Job Skill Demonstration A contestants demonstrate and explain an entry-level skill used in the occupational area for which they are training. Competitors in Job Skill A must demonstrate a career objective in an occupational area that is included in one of the contest areas of the SkillsUSA Championships.

Judith Valentine, Providence Career and Technical Academy (R.I.) chairs the national technical committee for Job Skill Demonstration A.


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The national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Stephanie Accetta, Providence Career and Technical Academy (R.I.); Curtis Barnett, Salt Lake Community College (Utah); Colleen Delude, Nashua Technology Center North (N.H.); Cathy Fultz, Arkansas Technical University — Ozark Campus (Ark.); Martha Lowry, Frederick County Career and Technology Center (Md.); Cathy Moon, Jo Davies Carroll Area Vocational Center (Ill.); and, Jonathan Phillips, DeKalb County Technology Center (Ala.).




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WINNERS IN JOB SKILL DEMONSTRATION OPEN ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in JOB SKILL DEMONSTRATION OPEN were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Contestants in Job Skill Demonstration Open may demonstrate skills in any career objective for which they are training.

Judith Valentine, Providence Career and Technical Academy (R.I.) chairs the national technical committee for Job Skill Demonstration A.


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The national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Stephanie Accetta, Providence Career and Technical Academy (R.I.); Curtis Barnett, Salt Lake Community College (Utah); Colleen Delude, Nashua Technology Center North (N.H.); Cathy Fultz, Arkansas Technical University — Ozark Campus (Ark.); Martha Lowry, Frederick County Career and Technology Center (Md.); Cathy Moon, Jo Davies Carroll Area Vocational Center (Ill.); and, Jonathan Phillips, DeKalb County Technology Center (Ala.).




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WINNERS IN MAJOR APPLIANCE AND REFRIGERATION TECHNOLOGY ANNOUNCED


The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in MAJOR APPLIANCE TECHNOLOGY were announced Friday evening, JUNE 26, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Major Appliance and Refrigeration Technology contestants rotate from station to station. Competitors diagnose common service issues on refrigerators, washers, dryers, ranges, microwave ovens and dishwashers. They also demonstrate their ability to braze by assembling a copper and steel tubing project per a schematic provided. Customer satisfaction and employability skills are also evaluated, and a general knowledge learning exercise in major appliance technology is included.


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To see a video of the national Major Appliance and Refrigeration Technology contest, Go to: www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAAw_EAcVAM.

The members of the technical committee for the Major Appliance and Refrigeration Technology contest include Co-chair Greg Doster, Professional Service Association (Fla.); Co-chair Mark Pollitz, Industry Consultant (Fla.); Mark Andersen, Sub-Zero Group Inc. (Mo.); Michael Basich, Michaelson's Appliance Repair Inc. (Fla.); Richard Berki, Fisher & Paykel Appliances Inc. (Kan.); Ed Besalke, B&B Appliance (Mo.); Brenda Besalke, B&B Appliance (Mo.); Chris Borsan, At Your Service Today Appliance Repair (N.C.); Josh Brown, GE Appliance (Ky.); Mike Buck, Mike's Appliance Repair (Mich.); Randy Carney, Professional Service Association (lll.); Shawn Connely, Appliance Parts Depot (Texas); Doug Couts, Electrolux Home Appliances (Tenn.); Mike Cox, Asurion (Tenn.); Brannon Harris, United Servicers Association (Ga.); Bill Jurney, Marcone Supply (Fla.); Ron Kostreba, 1st Choice Appliance Service Inc. (Ala.); Randy Renfro, BSH Home Appliances Corp. (Conn.); Doug Rogers, Mr. Appliance (Texas); Jim Ruediger, Asurion Service Network (Tenn.); Steve Thompto, CoreCentric Solutions (lll.); and, Steve Whalen, Whirlpool Corp. (Mich.)

Other supporting companies include Carhartt, Inc.; Milwaukee Electric Tool Co.; Monarch High School; Professional Service Association; and, Ranken Technical College.



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WINNERS IN MARINE SERVICE TECHNOLOGY ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in MARINE SERVICE TECHNOLOGY were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




The Marine Service Technology contest includes 4 skill stations and a written test. This competition includes individual skill stations and a written or online test. Students should be proficient in marine application electrical/ignition systems, fuel systems, cooling systems, lubrication systems, drive/transmission systems and boat and trailer rigging and repair. Competitors will be judged on safe work practices, cleanliness, organizational skills, accuracy, speed and completion of assigned tasks, worksheets and paperwork.


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The members of the national technical committee for the Marine Service Technology contest include Chair John Eaton, Suzuki Motor of America Inc. (Mo.); Parks Chastain, Yamaha Motor Corp. (Ga.); Thomas James, CDI Electronics (Ala.); David Lynch, UTI/MMI (Fla.); Ed Monacchio, Volvo Penta of the Americas (Va.); and, Eddie Szilagyi.

A national education team assists the national technical committee. Larry Wittrock, Lake Career Technical Center (Mo.) chairs this committee. Contest Cluster Sponsors are ASE and Toyota Motors North America.

Other supporting organizations include Lowe’s Companies Inc.; Milwaukee Electric Tool Co.; Snap-on Incorporated; Universal Technical Institute; and, Yamaha-Motor Corp.



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WINNERS IN MASONRY ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in MASONRY were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 23 - JUNE 23, 2017 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Contestants in the Masonry contest are required to build brick and concrete masonry units. Students are expected to construct a composite brick and block project in a six-hour period that will test their ability to meet industry standards in quality. In addition to a written exam, the critical eye of journeymen judges is the deciding factor in determining the winners.

To see a video of the national Masonry contest, go to: www.youtube.com/watch?v=UB0KTOEkiX0.

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The members of the national technical committee for the Masonry contest include Chair Bill Kjorlien, Argos USA (Ga.); Dan Belcher, NCCER (Fla.); Nick Blohowiak, SpecMix Inc. (Wis.); John Bongiovanni, Bon Tool Co. (Pa.); Jeff Buczkiewicz, Mason Contractors Association of America (lll.); Brian Carney, SpecMix Inc. (Minn.); Rolly Cox, Multiquip Corp. (Ohio); Kim Haley, Marshalltown Co. (Iowa); Peter Kiley, Oldcastle Architectural (Ga.); Ray Leonhard, Brick Industry Association (Va.); Bryan Light, Brick Industry Association — Southeast Region (Ga.); Bob Melton, Masonry Institute of Tennessee; and, Jason Thompson, National Concrete Masonry Association (Va.)

The national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Pete Dally (Pa.); Daniel Hiltebeitel, Williamson College of the Trades (Pa.); Todd Larson (Wis.); Billy Matkins, New Albany Schools (Miss.); and, Richard McKnight (S.C.).

Other supporting organizations include Argos; BON; The Brick Industry; Build Your Future; Calculated Industries Inc.; Carhartt Inc.; DeWalt; Iron Age Footwear; JagClamp; Lowe’s Companies Inc.; Marshaltown The Premier Line; Mason Contractors Association of America; Midwest Block; Multiquip; National Concrete Masonry Assn.; NCCER (National Center for Construction Education Research); Oldcastle; SpecMix; Southwire Co. LLC; and, Warson Brands.



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WINNERS IN MECHATRONICS ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in MECHATRONICS were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




In the Mechatronics contest contestants are required to understand the new industrial discipline of mechatronics. This competition consists of three events designed to measure the skills required in the modern automated manufacturing environment. Competitors are required to assemble, adjust and test an automated machine system, troubleshoot and repair a faulty machine system and take a comprehensive written test. In addition, there is an individual oral interview.


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The members of the national technical committee for Mechatronics include Mark Highum (Mich.) and Brad Swick, Rhodes State College (Ohio).

The national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Mark Highum (Mich.) and Brad Swick, Rhodes State College (Ohio).

Other supporting organizations include Nissan, Ranken Technical College and Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology.

A complete list of winners is available online. Go to: www.skillsusa.org/competitions/skillsusa-championships/results/. SkillsUSA is a vital solution to the growing U.S. skills gap. This nonprofit partnership of stu-dents, instructors and industry ensures America has the skilled workforce it needs to stay compet-itive. Founded in 1965 and endorsed by the U.S. Department of Education, the association serves more than 300,000 member students and instructors each year in middle schools, high schools and colleges. This diverse talent pipeline covers 130 trade, technical and skilled service occupa-tions, the majority STEM-related. More than 600 corporations, trade associations, businesses and labor unions actively support SkillsUSA at the national level. SkillsUSA programs are integrated into career and technical education through a framework of personal, workplace and technical skills grounded in academics. Local, state and national championships, designed and judged by industry, set relevant standards for career and technical education and provide needed recognition to its students. SkillsUSA also offers technical skill assessments and other workplace credentials. For more information, go to: www.SkillsUSA.org.

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WINNERS IN MEDICAL ASSISTING ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in MEDICAL ASSISTING were announced Friday evening, JUNE 26, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Medical Assisting contestants are tested on their skills in the clinical and administrative setting. They are judged on speed, the use of correct safety measures and the ability to interact personally with a patient. Skills tested are general office skills, communication skills, patient education, knowledge of anatomy and physiology, terminology, instrument identification, equipment and knowledge of a variety of clinical procedures and techniques. Competitors need to assess a situation in a short period of time and perform a skill required for that situation within the given time limit.


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The members of the national technical committee for Medical Assisting include: Chair Diana Kendrick, Southern Crescent Technical College — Griffin (Ga.) and Christina Nagy (Tenn.).

Other supporting organizations include NASCO and Lowe’s Companies Inc.



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WINNERS IN MEDICAL MATH ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in MEDICAL MATH were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA- National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




In Medical Math, contestants demonstrate their knowledge of general math concepts used in the healthcare fields. They complete a written test that may include the use of ratio/proportion, dosage calculation, metric and household equivalents, Roman numerals, abbreviations, and general math including percentages, among other medical math- related problems.


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Scott Brown, Wayne County Schools Career Center (Ohio) chairs the national technical committee for Medical Math.

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WINNERS IN MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 23 - JUNE 23, 2017 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




The Medical Terminology competition is designed to evaluate knowledge of medical terminology and abbreviations of individuals preparing for employment in the health occupations fields.

The national technical committee for Medical Terminology includes Sherree Hughes, College of the Ouachitas (Ark.) and David Hughes, National Park Technology Center (Ark.).

Jessica Young, Southern Arkansas University Tech Center Academy—Camden chairs the national education team.

Other supporting organizations include Lowe’s Companies Inc. and Newell Brands.


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WINNERS IN MOBILE ELECTRONICS INSTALLATION DEMONSTRATION CONTEST ANNOUNCED


The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in MOBILE ELECTRONICS INSTALLATION were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 23 - JUNE 23, 2017 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Mobile Electronics Installation tests contestants’ abilities to perform standard installation practices used by certified, professional mobile electronics installers. It includes a written examination, a professional interview and five hands-on applications: taking electrical measurements, installing consumer electronics equipment in a mobile environment, soldering, working with relay circuits and troubleshooting electronic circuitry.

The national technical committee for Mobile Electronics Installation includes Chair Chris Jack (ret.), Los Angeles Unified School District (Calif.); Bill McDowell, Wild Bill’s Electronics (Ala.); Todd Ramsey, The Ramsey Consulting Group Inc. (Ariz.); and, Kevin Smith, Educational Technologies Group Inc. (Wash.).

Best Buy also supports the competition.


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WINNERS IN MOBILE ROBOTICS TECHNOLOGY ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in MOBILE ROBOTICS TECHNOLOGY were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 23 - JUNE 23, 2017 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Mobile Robotics Technology is a two-member team contest. The competition tests the ability to perform, exhibit and compile skills and knowledge from a list of competencies determined by the technical committee. It will evaluate each contestant’s preparation for employment in the field of robotics, with emphasis on the team approach to problem solving in a work environment.


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The national technical committee for Mobile Robotics Technology includes Chair Trevor Pope, intelitek Inc. (N.H.); Rick Knisely, AZTECH Educational Resources (Ariz.); Isaac Onigman, Intelitek Inc. (N.H.); and, Dan Ward, Visual Edge Inc. (Ind.).

A national education team assists the national technical committee. Roger Osgood (N.J.) chairs the committee.

Other supporting organizations include Lowe’s Companies Inc.



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WINNERS IN MOTORCYCLE SERVICE TECHNOLOGY ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in MOTORCYCLE SERVICE TECHNOLOGY were announced Friday evening, JUNE 26, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Motorcycle Service Technology contestants perform tasks representative of those encountered in a dealership's service department. Technical skills include: performing scheduled maintenance tasks; use of service, electrical diagnostic and parts manuals; electrical diagnostics; precision measurement; brake service; chassis/suspension service; fuel delivery system inspection and repair; transmission and drive systems; and power train systems. Judges look for clean and organized work habits, correct use of reference materials, and the ability to follow directions and good technical skills.


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The members of the technical committee for Motorcycle Service Technology include Co-chair Jake Anderson, Motorcycle Mechanics Institute (Fla.); Co-chair Marianne Taylor, Motorcycle Mechanics Institute (Fla.); Dale Cone, Harley-Davidson Motor Co. Inc. (Wis.); Mitchell Eliason, Harley-Davidson Motor Co. Inc. (Wis.); Jerry Ellner, Universal Technical Institute (N.H.); Cheri Judkins, Harley-Davidson Motor Co. Inc. (Wis.); Gary Pelot, Harley-Davidson University (Wis.); Greg Rintala, Snap-on Industrial (Colo.); Max Steiner, Universal Technical Institute (Fla.); Gary Valine, Buell Motorcycle Co. (Wis.); Tom Vardy, Harley-Davidson University (Wis.); Marshall Wallmark, Harley-Davidson Motor Co. Inc. (Mo.); and, Damon Weber, Harley-Davidson Motor Co. Inc. (Wis.).

Mark Lindemann, Alexandria Technical and Community College (Minn.) chairs the national education team.

Other supporting organizations include Carhartt Inc.; Snap-on Incorporated; Universal Technical Institute; and, Wyo-Tech.



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WINNERS IN THE NAIL CARE CONTEST2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in the NAIL CARE CONTEST were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Nail Care evaluates contestant’s preparation for employment and to recognize outstanding students’ excellence and professionalism in the field of nail technology. The purpose of this competition is to evaluate each competitor’s preparation for employment and to recognize outstanding students’ excellence and professionalism in the field of nail technology. Competitors are judged on oral communication skills, acrylic application, tip and wrap application, nail polish application, nail art pedicuring and a written exam.


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The members of the national technical committee for the Nail Care Technology contest include Chair Teresa Lewis, OPI Products Inc. (lll.); Lynda Anderson, Your New School (lll.); Mandy Burton, Pivot Point International Inc. (lll.); Clarabelle Hern, Custom Nail Technology (N.M.); Danielle Klahr, Milady, a division of Cengage Learning (N.Y.); and, Judy Sheils, OPI Products Inc. (lll.).

A national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Dianne Alldredge, Snead State Community College (Ala.); Brenda Ayers, Manatee Technical Institute (Fla.); Denise Baer, Montachusett Regional Vo-Tech High School (Mass.); Tina Bavin (Ohio); Janeen Hackney, Monterey High School (Texas); Cami Henrie (Utah); Minnie Rodgers (Texas); and, Kay Stannard, Four County Career Center (Ohio).

Other supporting organizations include Aloxxi; Belava; Burmax Co. Inc.; Footlogix; Le Chat Nail Products; Lowe’s Companies Inc.; Marianna Industries; Medicool Inc.; Premium Nails; Tammy Yaylor Nails; and Xenna.


SkillsUSA is a vital solution to the growing U.S. skills gap. This nonprofit partnership of students, instructors and industry ensures America has the skilled workforce it needs to stay competitive. Founded in 1965 and endorsed by the U.S. Department of Education, the association serves more than 300,000 member students and instructors each year in middle schools, high schools and col-leges. This diverse talent pipeline covers 130 trade, technical and skilled service occupations, the majority STEM-related. More than 600 corporations, trade associations, businesses and labor unions actively support SkillsUSA at the national level. SkillsUSA programs are integrated into career and technical education through a framework of personal, workplace and technical skills grounded in academics. Local, state and national championships, designed and judged by industry, set relevant standards for career and technical education and provide needed recognition to its stu-dents. SkillsUSA also offers technical skill assessments and other workplace credentials. For more information, go to: www.SkillsUSA.org.

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WINNERS IN NURSE ASSISTING ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in NURSE ASSISTING were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 Outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.


SkillsUSA is the national organization for students in trade, industrial, technical and health occupations education. It sponsors the SkillsUSA Championships to recognize the achievements of career and technical education students and to encourage them to strive for excellence and pride in their chosen occupations.


Nurse Assisting students demonstrate knowledge and skill in performing patient care, independence, assisting with ambulation and performing other routine tasks, including standard infection control procedures used in basic nurse assisting. Students must demonstrate knowledge and abilities in CPR and the measurement of vital signs. Contestants need to be familiar with basic anatomy, communications skills, legal/ethical issues and employment skills.


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The members of the national technical committee for the Nurse Assisting contest include Co-chair Jill Henning, New Mexico Junior College (N.M.) and Co-chair Mary Turner, Pensacola State College (Fla.).

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WINNERS IN OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.



The contests are designed and planned by representatives of labor and management. Contests test the skills needed for a successful entry-level performance in occupations. The non-occupationally-specific leadership contests represent a variety of communications, goal setting and teamwork skills -- all geared to enhance a student's qualities of leadership, responsibility, and character. A short video about the 2016 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference is available online at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EC_Ev-guIbg.

Occupational Health and Safety contestants demonstrate the safety and health endeavors of their respective technical programs by putting together a scrapbook that highlights important programs, activities and events related to their school's health and safety program. Students demonstrate the safety and health endeavors of their respective technical programs by putting together a scrapbook that highlights important programs, activities and events related to their school’s health and safety program. The competition encourages chapters to be active in all phases of SkillsUSA. The health and safety activities of the chapters are evaluated on the planning and organization of four projects and the final outcome of those projects. Students are interviewed, and scrapbooks are scored by a panel of judges.


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Barry Wulf (N.J.) chairs the national technical committee for the Occupational Health and Safety Contest.

Other organizations supporting the contest include CareerSafe LLC; Lowe’s Companies Inc.; and, Newell Brands.



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WINNERS IN OPENING AND CLOSING CEREMONIES ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in OPENING AND CLOSING CEREMONIES were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Opening and Closing Ceremonies is a teamwork and oral presentation contest that evaluates teams' understanding of the symbolic representation of the colors and assembled parts of the SkillsUSA emblem. Each team includes seven registered members in the roles of president, vice president, parliamentarian, reporter, treasurer, secretary and historian. The competition is a demonstration of the SkillsUSA Opening and Closing Ceremonies conducted according to the script and description as printed in the SkillsUSA Championships Technical Standards. This year, middle school students were also eligible to compete.


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Lisa Romeiser, Eastern Monroe Career Center (N.Y.) chairs the national technical committee for Opening and Closing Ceremonies.

The national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Chair Lisa Romeiser, Eastern Monroe Career Center (N.Y.); Curtiss Bell (Ga.); Sherryl Gray (Texas); Wayne Lee, Pine Forest High School (N.C.); Alonza Lewis, Lexington Technology Center (S.C.); Patricia Miller (Ga.); Mark Sponaugle, Carthage Technical Center (Mo.); Sherry Struckhoff, Waynesville Technical Academy (Mo.); Alice Wilson, Career and Technology Center at Fort Osage (Mo.); and, Graham Yarborough (N.C.).

Other support for the contest includes Paul Adler; Deonna Anderson; Brooke Beasley; Doug Beasley; Deb Elliott; Richard Gautier; Tony Glenn; Michele Leahy; Dorothy Lewis; Michael McCloskey; Mario Piccolo; Beatrice Potter; Stacy Scott; Keith Smith; Peggy Smith; Craig Swanson; Vicky Tarver; Elaine Vallery; Cengage Learning; Lowe’s Companies Inc.; and, Newell Brands.



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WINNERS IN OUTSTANDING CHAPTER ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in OUTSTANDING CHAPTER were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




In the Outstanding Chapter contest, students are evaluated on the basis of activities they have been involved with during the school year, including chapter meetings, leadership training, publicity, community service projects, professional development, program of work, awards, local and state competition and more. Each activity is documented according to guidelines and submitted in a scrapbook for judging. One student representative is interviewed during the competition.


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Thomas Thoss, Orange Technical College — Mid-Florida Campus (Fla.) chairs the national technical committee for Outstanding Chapter.

The national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Canetha Bristol, Etowah High School (Ala.); John Carlton, Walker Cou; and, Jennifer Messina, Sheridan Vo-Tech Center (Fla.).




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WINNERS IN PHOTOGRAPHY ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in PHOTOGRAPHY were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 23 - JUNE 23, 2017 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Photography contestants demonstrate their ability to use digital SLR's, image editing software (Adobe Photoshop) and professional studio lighting. Students perform on-site photography, including portrait studio lighting and posing. They process and print digital photos and submit two mounted and matted photographs in advance of the competition to be judged and displayed at the competition.


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The members of the national technical committee for the Photography contest include Chair Bill Chenaille, Academy for Media Production (Pa.); Jim Andracki, Midwest Photo (Ohio); Kris Bosworth, Nikon Inc. (Minn.); Carolyn Chenaille, Chenaille Photography (Pa.); Patrick Friedmann, Patrick's Photographics (N.Y.); and, Brenda Hipsher, MAC Group (N.Y.).

The national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Teresa Halfmann (Ariz.); Gerald Halfmann, Sabino High School (Ariz.); Thomas Ham (N.C.); Mary Ham (N.C.); Judith Pishnery, Gwinnett Technical College (Ga.); Howard Polenberg, Ocean County Vocational Technical School — Brick Center (N.J.); Anne Savedge, John Tyler Community College (Va.); Edwin Savedge, Savedge Art and Technology (Va.); and, Cindy Walters, Southwest Metro Intermediate District ISD 288 (Minn.).

Other supporting organizations include The Art Institutes and Lowe’s Companies Inc.



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WINNERS IN PIN DESIGN ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in PIN DESIGN were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 23 - JUNE 23, 2017 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Pin Design contestants present their state-winning pin along with their artwork and participate in an oral presentation regarding all aspects of their creation of the design. The student explains how the pin represents the state, its unique qualities and why another SkillsUSA student or adult member would want to wear it/trade for it.


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The technical committee members include Chair Steve Lick (Mich.) and Shane Massing, Massing Rentals (Ohio).

A national education assists the national technical committee. Donita Massing, Miami Valley Career Technology Center (Ohio) chairs this effort.




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WINNERS IN PLUMBING ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in PLUMBING were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Plumbing contestants "rough-in" hot and cold water lines with copper tubing, “rough-in” sanitary drainage, waste and vent lines with cast iron and PVC plastic for a water closet, a lavatory, a washer box and a floor drain, and install a lavatory with faucet. Water pipes are pressure-tested on completed projects. Professional plumbers and pipefitters judge the competitors on the basis of accuracy, workmanship, proper selection and use of tools and supplies, and proper safety procedures.


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The members of the national technical committee for the Plumbing contest include Co-chair Robert Hahn, Eastwick College, HoHoKus School of Trade (N.J.); Co-chair Merry Beth Hall, PHCC Educational Foundation (Va.); Bob Carpenter, Reliance Worldwide Corp. (Ga.); Laurie Crigler, L&D Associates Inc. (Va.); Danny Crigler, L&D Associates Inc. (Va.); Victor Hatcher, Tyler Pipe & Coupling (Texas); Tim House, Kentucky Association of Master Contractors; Bill Jones, Raven Mechanical, LP (Texas);Mike Kirby, Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp. (Wis.); Harold Moret, Copper Development Association Inc. (Fla.); Dale Powell, Copper Development Association (Pa.); Tony Senninger, Senninger Plumbing Co. Inc. (Ky.); Jim Steinle, Atomic Plumbing and Drain Cleaning (Va.); and, James Walls, Cast Iron Soil Pipe Institute (Texas).

Other organizations supporting the contest include AB&I Foundry; A.O. Smith Water Products Co.; American Supply Association; BrassCraft Manufacturing Co.; Caddy; Carhartt Inc.; Cast Iron Soil Pipe Institute; Charlotte Pipe and Foundry; Copper Development Association; DeWALT Tools & Accessories; Harris Products Group; Iron Age Footwear; Irwin Industrial Tools; Kentucky Association of Master Contractors; Kohler; Matheson Gas; Milwaukee Tool; Oatey; PHCC Educational Foundation; Plumbers Supply Co.; RIDGID; Rothenberger USA; Senninger Plumbing Co. Inc.; Sioux Chief Manufacturing Co.; Tyler Pipe and Coupling; UA Local 502; Viega LLC; Warson Brands; Wolverine Brass; and, Zoeller Pump Co.



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WINNERS IN POWER EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in POWER EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




The Power Equipment Technology contest tests student skills in all areas of this technology. Competitors must know and understand both two- and four-cycle engines as well as the related theories that go along with the types of engines they will come across in the industry. They should also understand drive train, hydraulic and wiring schematics. Competitors will also need to be well versed in customer service. As they rotate through the various stations, they are judged on both physical and oral skills.


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Technical committee members for the Power Equipment Technology contest include Chair Tom Billigen, Briggs and Stratton Corp. (Wis.); Megan Billigen (Wis.); Jay Blake, Briggs and Stratton Corp. (Wis.); Brian Jones, Medart Inc. (Mo.);.); Erik Sides, Equipment and Engine Training Council (S.C.); and, Pam Vires, Peerless Gear (Ind.). A national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Sharla Bohl, Nebo School District (Utah); Dean Bohl, Utah Valley State College (Utah); and, Trence McCoy, Northwest Louisiana Technical College — Shreveport

Other organizations supporting the contest includes ASE—National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence; Carhartt Inc.; Ranken Technical College; Snap-on Incorporated; Toyota Motor North America; and, Universal Technical Institute. A complete list of winners is available online. Go to: www.skillsusa.org/competitions/skillsusa-championships/results/.


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WINNERS IN PRACTICAL NURSING ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in PRACTICAL NURSING were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




In the Practical Nursing contest, competitors are judged on their knowledge of medical terminology, body structure and function, nutrition, medications and nursing care. Competitors must also demonstrate their abilities to perform job skills such as: administration of oral, subcutaneous and nasogastric medications; physical assessment; insertion of a nasogastric tube; sterile dressing change; and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. At each workstation, competitors are judged on accuracy of their skill, organization, communication and safety.


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Diana Kendrick, Southern Crescent Technical College — Griffin Campus (Ga.) chairs the national technical committee for the Practical Nursing contest.

A national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Karen Ellenwood, Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School (Mass.); Radonna Pratt, Louisiana Technical College — Lamar Sahrr Campus (La.); and, Stephanie Van, Arsdale, Tennessee College of Applied Technology.

Other organizations supporting the contest include American Heart Association; Calculated Industries Inc.; and, Cowley College.



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WINNERS IN PREPARED SPEECH ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in PREPARED SPEECH were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Prepared Speech requires students to deliver a speech five to seven minutes in length on a com-mon theme established by SkillsUSA. Competitors are evaluated on voice, mechanics, platform deportment, and the ability to present thoughts relating to a central theme clearly and effectively


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Wade Persson, Insurance Auto Auctions (S.D.) chairs the national technical committee for the Pre-pared Speech contest.

A national education team assists the national technical committee. Cynthia Carter, South Georgia Technical College chairs this effort.

Lowe’s Companies Inc. and Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society also support the contest.



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WINNERS IN PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




The Principles of Engineering contest tests understanding of basic technical concepts/principles of the applied sciences and ability to demonstrate and explain the concept/principle in action and application are evaluated. Any technical concept may be demonstrated, provided it is related to the principles of technology curriculum and incorporates basic principles of the applied sciences.


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The national technical committee members for Principles of Engineering include co-chair Jacob Mathis, Louisville/Jefferson Co. Metro Sewer District (Ky.) and co-chair Scott Watson, Hunter High School (Utah).

Other supporting organizations include Lowe’s Companies Inc.; Newell Brands; and, Ranken Technical College.



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WINNERS IN PROMOTIONAL BULLETIN BOARD ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in PROMOTIONAL BULLETIN BOARD were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Promotional Bulletin Board contestants are judged on their bulletin board displays created by SkillsUSA chapters, based on the annual theme. The bulletin boards promote SkillsUSA, career and technical education in general, and related occupational information. The contestants also presented a notebook documenting the above items and addressing several concerns specified in the contest regulations. An oral presentation explains the process, purpose and educational value.


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A national technical committee supports the contest. Members include chair Gay Ketchum, Gordon Cooper Technology Center (Okla.); Sue Ellen Frerichs, Gordon Cooper Technology Center (Okla.); Don Hansen, Area 71 (Ky.); Gay Ketchum, Gordon Cooper Technology Center (Okla.); Paul King, pkArtz (Okla.); and, Nicole Mohrey, Eastern Center For Arts and Technology (Pa.).

A national education committee assists the national education team. Members include Bruce Long, Mid-Del Technology Center (Okla.) and Jeanne McClish, Moore Norman Technology Center (Okla.).




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WINNERS IN QUIZ BOWL ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in QUIZ BOWL were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields. Working against the clock and each other, the participants proved their expertise in job skills for occupations such as electronics, technical drafting, precision machining, medical assisting and culinary arts. There were also competitions in leadership skills, such as extemporaneous speaking and conducting meetings by parliamentary procedures.


The contests are designed and planned by representatives of labor and management. Contests test the skills needed for a successful entry-level performance in occupations. The non-occupationally-specific leadership contests represent a variety of communications, goal setting and teamwork skills -- all geared to enhance a student's qualities of leadership, responsibility, and character. A short video about the 2016 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference is available online at: www.youtube.com/watch?v=EC_Ev-guIbg.

The Quiz Bowl contest tests a 5-member team's ability to quickly respond to questions covering the areas of academic knowledge, professional development and current events. The participants respond to a question by activating a buzzer system. The teams receive one point for a correct answer and lose a point for each incorrect answer. The active rounds (preliminary and finals) are 100 questions each.

The members for the national technical committee for the Quiz Bowl contest include Chair Chip Harris, Tennessee State University Center for Career and Technical Education; Joseph Bouchard, Camden County Pennsauken (N.J.); Eddie Bradley (Md.); Jason Christian, Hennepin Technical College (Minn.); Sandy Cleveland; Tyler Crawford (S.D.); Jean Crawford (S.D.); Dale Derrickson (Del.); Karen Derrickson (Del.); Dara Dubois, American River College (Calif.); Jamie Foster (Texas); Tilly Garcia; Lynn Goodman; Jennifer Goss, A.K. Smoth Career Center (Ind.); Olin Harrington, Birdville Center of Technology and Advanced Learning (Texas); Karyn Hawthorne, Dr. Flanigan, DDS (lll.); Nicholas Hulva; Donald Jalbert, Nashua Technology Center North


(N.H.); Virginia Martinez (Calif.); Kaylie Molloy; Darin Nine (Fla.); Carol Puryear, Tennessee Colleges of

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Applied Technology; James Rhodes (N.Y.); Beth Richtsmeier, Meridian Technical Charter High School (Idaho); Lynda Spittle, Scioto County Career Technical Center (Ohio); Eric Strasser; Linda Turner (Utah); Jerry VanWeelden; Fallon Waton; Janet Watson, Tennessee College of Applied Technology — Oneida Huntsville; Dottye Webb, Tennessee College of Applied Technology — Newbern; Stephen Whitehead, Tennessee College of Applied Technology — Hohenwald; and, Fred Knapp (Ill.).

A national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Tina Bavin (Ohio); Joseph Bouchard, Camden County Pennsauken (N.J.); Carl Creasman (Tenn.); Roberta Creasman (Tenn.); Stacy Johnson, Tennessee College of Applied Technology — Crossville; Shawndelle Kreger, Steele Accelerated High School (Texas); Tina Creasman, Mason W.T. Moore School (Fla.); Rhonda Romero (Texas); Kay Stannard, Four County Career Center (Ohio); Barbara Stevens (N.Y.); Alan Turner (Utah); Jill Van Weelden (Fla.); and Cliff Wightman, Tennessee College of Applied Technology — Crossville.




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WINNERS IN RELATED TECHNICAL MATH ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in the RELATED TECHNICAL MATH CONTEST were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




During the Related Technical Math contest, contestants demonstrate, on a written test, skills required to solve mathematical problems commonly found in the skilled trades and professional and technical occupations. Skills demonstrated include addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, fractions and decimals; applied word problems; percentages; ratio proportions; averages; area; volume; metric measures and traditional (Imperial) measures and trigonometry.


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The members of the national technical committee for the Related Technical Math contest include Thomas Achatz; Patrick Kinney, Indianhead Technical College (Wis.); and, Tom Wollner, 3M Co. (Minn.).

Kay Matkins, Blue Mountain Baptist College (Miss.) chairs the national education team for Related Technical Math.

Other supporting organizations include Calculated Industries, Inc.; Lowe’s Companies Inc.; and, Newell Brands.



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WINNERS IN RESIDENTIAL SYSTEMS INSTALLATIONAND MAINTENANCE


The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in RESIDENTIAL SYSTEMS INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE (formerly Electronics Applications) were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




The Residential Systems Installation and Maintenance contest has multiple stations where contestants are judged and scored by installation of residential products including a home theater system, computers and video security equipment. The contestants also construct the cables used at each of the stations. Students need to have knowledge of the different smart home technologies. The contest includes a written test.


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The members of the national technical committee for the Residential Systems Installation and Maintenance contest include Chair Scott Clark, Asurion (Va.); Mike Baumer (Ky.); Mark Blevins, Asurion (Tenn.); Chase Cycak, Asurion (Texas); Michael Esposito, Asurion (N.J.); Daniel Henderson, Asurion (Ala.); Helen Heneveld, Bedrock Learning Inc. (Mich.); Brian Hertia, Asurion (Va.); Wanzel Jessie, Asurion (Va.); Steve Tucholski (Ala.); and, David Velasquez, Asurion (Calif.).

Other supporting organizations include Fluke Corp.; Lowe’s Companies Inc.; Milwaukee Electric Tool Co.; NAWIC Education Foundation; Ranken Technical College; and, Southwire Co. LLC.



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WINNERS IN RESTAURANT SERVICE CONTEST ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in RESTAURANT SERVICE (formerly Food and Beverage Service) were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Restaurant Service contestants are tested on skills required in the “front of the house” of a fine restaurant. The focus is on guest service and guest relations in the dining room, including: table setup; greeting guests; reservations procedures; presentation of menus; description of food, drinks, soups and specials of the day; taking orders; serving each course; clearing the table after each course; preparation and presentation of the check; and closing remarks.


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Members of the national technical committee for Restaurant Service include Chair Robert Witte, Crownpoint Institute of Technology (N.M.); Julie Bales, Navajo Technical University (N.M.; and, Athena Bolger, Oakland Community College

Other supporting organizations include Lowe’s Companies Inc.; New England Culinary Institute; and, Sullivan University.


SkillsUSA is a vital solution to the growing U.S. skills gap. This nonprofit partnership of students, instructors and industry ensures America has the skilled workforce it needs to stay com-petitive. Founded in 1965 and endorsed by the U.S. Department of Education, the association serves more than 300,000 member students and instructors each year in middle schools, high schools and colleges. This diverse talent pipeline covers 130 trade, technical and skilled service oc-cupations, the majority STEM-related. More than 600 corporations, trade associations, businesses and labor unions actively support SkillsUSA at the national level. SkillsUSA programs are inte-grated into career and technical education through a framework of personal, workplace and techni-cal skills grounded in academics. Local, state and national championships, designed and judged by industry, set relevant standards for career and technical education and provide needed recognition to its students. SkillsUSA also offers technical skill assessments and other workplace credentials. For more information, go to: www.SkillsUSA.org.

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WINNERS IN ROBOTICS AND AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGY ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in ROBOTICS AND AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGY were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Robotics and Automation Technology challenges two-person teams to demonstrate operation of a five-axis servo robot and a set of sensors and motorized devices to resolve a simulated production process problem. Teams set up and demonstrate operation of a robotic work cell from a word problem. Competitors are required to create a flow chart and sequence of operation. Teams are also judged on efficiency, speed and teamwork.


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Bryant Abbott (N.H.) chairs the national technical committee for Robotics and Automation Technology.

The national education committee assists the national technical committee. Members include Michael Bailey, Lorain County JVS (Ohio) and George Taliadouros, Minuteman Regional High School (Mass.).

Nissan also supports the contest.



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WINNERS IN ROBOTICS: URBAN SEARCH AND RESCUE ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in ROBOTICS: URBAN SEARCH AND RESCUE were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




The Robotics: Urban Search and Rescue Demonstration competition evaluates team members’ skills and preparation for employment in fields related to and including robotics, engineering, automation, manufacturing, electronics and emergency services. It recognizes outstanding performance by participants in scenarios that require problem solving and teamwork in a real-world situation.


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The members of the national technical committee for the Robotics: Urban Search and Rescue contest include Chair Alan Kirby, Pitsco Education (Kan.); Kyle Bailey, Pitsco Education (Kan.); Staci Goodson, Pitsco Education (Kan.); Ashlee Ricks, Pitsco Education (Kan.); and, Jake Simmons, Pitsco Education (Kan.).

Lowe’s Companies Inc. also supports the contest.



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WINNERS IN SCREEN PRINTING TECHNOLOGY ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in SCREEN PRINTING were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Screen Printing contestants were tested on their ability to prepare screens, register a multi-color design on a manual four-color one-station rotary press, and print a multi-color design on a manual six-color four-station rotary press. Contestants also completed a written technical knowledge test and participate in an oral professional assessment.


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The members of the national technical committee for the Screen Printing contest include Chair Johnny Shell, Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (Va.); Betty Bassett, Classic Design Screen Printing (Miss.); Rebecca Hudson (Kan.); and, Jesse Hudson (Kan.).

The national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Joyce Dent, North Technical High School (Mo.); Regina Koonce, Greenland High School (Ariz.); Bryan Schaffner, Waynesville Career Center (Mo.); and, Sabra Whittenburg, Greenland High School (Ariz.).

Other supporting organizations include Lowe’s Companies Inc. and Specialty Graphics Imaging Association.



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WINNERS IN SHEET METAL ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in SHEET METAL were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Sheet Metal contestants are tested on their ability to perform such jobs as connecting sheet metal pieces with drive cleats, spot welding and riveting. Skills tested may include straight duct, transition fitting and 45-degree entry tap fitting. Professional sheet metal workers judge contestants on the basis of use of hand tools, correctness of layout, and shop safety procedures.


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The members of the national technical committee for the Sheet Metal contest include Chair Michael Hughes, Sheet Metal Workers Local No. 110 (Ky.); Jay Lind, Sheet Metal Workers Local No. 2 (Mo.); and, Richard Roth, Sheet Metal Workers Local No. 110 (Ky.).

The national education team assists the national technical committee. Ron McGuire, Saint Paul College (Minn.) chairs this effort.

Other organizations supporting the contest include Carhartt Inc.; DeWalt; IRWIN; Industrial Tool Co.; Lowe’s Companies Inc.; MalCo Tools; Milwaukee Electric Tool Co.; NAWIC Education Foundation; and, Ranken Technical College.



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WINNERS IN TEAM ENGINEERING CHALLENGE2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in the TEAM ENGINEERING CHALLENGE middle school contest were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Team Engineering Challenge – is for middle school students only. It is designed to evaluate and to recognize outstanding students for excellence and professionalism in the areas of creative and critical thinking skills and the decision-making process, to solve a problem. The contest is in-tended to foster creativity, innovation, teamwork, and problem solving skills.


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The national technical committee for Team Engineering Challenge includes co-chair Roger Behymer, American Family Insurance (Wis.) and co-chair Jesse Domer (Wis.).

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. also supports the contest.



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WINNERS IN TEAMWORKS2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in the TEAMWORKS contest were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




In the TeamWorks competition, teams of four students demonstrate their ability to work together in completing a construction project in a “real world” environment. Each team is required to under-stand the project elements based on a project binder, write a project action plan and present its ac-tion plan as one of the key elements of the competition. Competitors must demonstrate their ability to work together as a team by using their carpentry, electrical, plumbing and masonry skills.


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To see a video of the national TeamWorks competition, Go to: www.youtube.com/watch?v=PKhT-pRozoeA.

The technical committee members for TeamWorks include Co-chair Jim Bohn, Robert Bosch Tool Corp. (Ill.); Co-chair Pat Payne, Newell Brands (N.C.); Bill Robinson, Train2Build.com (Calif.); and, Dan Taddei, National Association of the Remodeling Industry (Ill.).

The education committee assists the national technical committee. Members include Dwight Hartzog, Wilkes Community College (N.C.); Larry Ringgold, Calvert Career and Technology Academy (Md.); and, Frank Taylor, Frederick County Career and Technology Center (Md.).

Other supporting organizations include 3M; ABC Supply; Bosch Tools; Calculated Industries Inc.; Cemco Steel Framing and Metal Lathe; Charlotte Pipe; Copper Development Association; Grabber; Habitat for Humanity; Holmes Drywall; IED; IRWIN Industrial Tool Co.; Lowe’s Companies Inc.; Maze; Mortar Net; Multiquip; NAWIC Education Foundation; Oldcastle; Ranken Technical College; Simpson Strong-Tie; SpecMix; Square D; State Farm Insurance Companies; Steel Framing Alliance; and, Warson Brands.



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WINNERS IN TECHNICAL COMPUTER APPLICATIONS 2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in TECHNICAL COMPUTER APPLICATIONS were announced Friday evening, JUNE 26, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Technical Computer Applications contestants are expected to demonstrate installation, configuration and use of Windows, Mac OSX and Linux professional operating systems, as well as one or more integrated Office suite packages. The use of instant messaging, collaboration and social networking software will be required during the contest. Competitors will be expected to perform in teams while demonstrating individual technical skills. The competition will include an oral presentation demonstrating the student’s ability to communicate with others, a hands-on skills demonstration and a written examination. etc. The use of Open source software such as Open Office is preferable. Microsoft Office and other integrated office suites could be used. The utilization of instant messaging, collaboration and social networking software will be required during the contest. Contestants are expected to perform in teams while demonstrating individual technical skills. The contest will include an oral presentation demonstrating the student’s ability to communicate with others, a hands-on skills demonstration, and a one-hour time allotted written examination.


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The members of the national technical committee for the Technical Computer Applications contest include Chair Michael Christopher (Mo.); Debbie Gullett, The Centers for Quality Teaching and Learning (Ark.); and, Seth Klein (Mo.).

The national education committee assists the national technical committee. Members include Dennis Beebe, Meridian Technical Charter High School (Idaho); Dan Burtscher (Ohio); Michelle Woodruff, South Central Louisiana Technical College (La.).

Lowe’s Companies Inc. also supports the competition.



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WINNERS IN TECHNICAL DRAFTING ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in TECHNICAL DRAFTING were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




In the Technical Drafting contest, students demonstrate their preparation for employment in the field of technical drafting. The contest focuses on the solution of industry-developed problems by applying appropriate technical drafting skills and tools including computer-aided drafting (CAD).


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The members of the national technical committee for the Technical Drafting contest include Chair Patrick McCuistion, Multimac Dimensional Management Services (Mo.); Mark Driscoll, 3Dconnexion, Inc. (Mass.); and, Floyd McWilliams, American Design Drafting Association (Tenn.).

The national education committee assists the national technical committee. Members include Val Burch, North Henderson High School (N.C.); Gary Chapman, Calvert Career Center (Md.); and, Woody Fruge, Sowela Technical Community College (La.).

Other organizations supporting the contest include Calculated Industries, Inc. and Industrial Press.



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WINNERS IN TELECOMMUNICATIONS CABLING ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in TELECOMMUNICATIONS CABLING were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Telecommunications Cabling tests to worldwide industry standards for data and voice connections, physical and logical networks and signal transmission. Competitors demonstrate skills in: reading network design documentation; parts list setup; purchase, pulling and mounting cable; choosing wiring closets; patch panel installation and termination; installing jacks; and cable testing. The competition stresses safety and working effectively in group environments as well as customer service skills.


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The members of the national technical committee for Telecommunications Cabling include Chair Teresa Maher, Electronics Technicians Association International (Ind.); Bob Dickerson, Red Education Consulting Services Inc. (N.C.); Allison Hassard, Swift Inc. (Va.); W.K. (Bill) Phelps, Dymo Training Leader (Wash.); and Dede Starns (N.C.).

A national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Richard Booth (Ariz.); Richard Darnell (Utah); Dan Parmer, Stanly Community College (N.C.); and, Jeffrey Swaringen, Stanly Community College (N.C.).

Other supporting organizations include Anixter; Building Industry Consulting Services International; Cable Installation and Maintenance Magazine; Commenco; DYMO Rhino Labelers; eITPREP; Fluke Networks; Independent Electrical Contractors; Innovation & Tech Today Magazine; John Wiley & Sons Publishing; Kobalt Tools; The Light Brigade; Lowes; MicroCare; Milwaukee Electric Tool Co.; Newell Brands; POPS Electric LLC; Ranken Technical College; Redwood Education; and, Southwire Co. LLC.


SkillsUSA is a vital solution to the growing U.S. skills gap. This nonprofit partnership of students, instructors and industry ensures America has the skilled workforce it needs to stay competitive. Founded in 1965 and endorsed by the U.S. Department of Education, the association serves more than 300,000 member students and instructors each year in middle schools, high schools and colleges. This diverse talent pipeline covers 130 trade, technical and skilled service occupations, the majority STEM-related. More than 600 corporations, trade associations, businesses and labor unions actively support SkillsUSA at the national level. SkillsUSA programs are integrated into career and technical education through a framework of personal, workplace and technical skills grounded in academics. Local, state and national championships, designed and judged by industry, set relevant standards for career and technical education and provide needed recognition toits students. SkillsUSA also offers technical skill assessments and other workplacecredentials. For more information, go to: www.SkillsUSA.org.

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WINNERS IN TELEVISION (VIDEO) PRODUCTION ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in TELEVISION (VIDEO) PRODUCTION were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




In the Television (Video) Production contest teams of two are required to plan and shoot a one-minute video on location to convey the theme of the event. Editing is done in the competition area, with special emphasis on professional production of the video by industry standards, quality of audio and video, and adequate conveyance of the theme to the viewer.


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Josh Lynch, WMDT-TV (Md.) chairs the national technical committee for Television (Video) Production.

A national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Michael Crenshaw, Weaver Academy/MLC Productions (N.C.) and Randy McWilson, Cape Girardeau Ca-reer and Technology Center (Mo.)

Other supporting organizations include The Art Institutes; Audio-Technica; Barbizon; Beachtek; Calculated Industries, Inc.; Compix Media; Electrovoice; EZNews; Glidecam; Lowe’s Companies Inc.; Marshall Electronics; Mirror Image; Nikon; Ross Video; Shure; Sony Creative Software; Steadicam; and, Tiffen.



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WINNERS IN T-SHIRT DESIGN ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in T-SHIRT DESIGN were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 23 - JUNE 23, 2017 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




T-Shirt Design contestants demonstrate their ability to create a T-shirt design and produce a drawing of that design. A presentation regarding all aspects of design creation is also required.


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The national technical committee for T-Shirt Design include chair Tiffany Zink, Sullivan College of Technology and Design (Ky.); Patricia McIntyre, Athena’s Sisters (Ky.); and Erika Mendez, Pricision Dies by Koehler/Erika Mendez Designs (Ky.).




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WINNERS IN WEB DESIGN2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in WEB DESIGN were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Awards Ceremony of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




The Web Design contest evaluates teams as they complete a series of challenges focusing on website usability and accessibility, with at least one challenge related to scripting. Each challenge must be documented, clearly demonstrating the skills as outlined in the latest edition of the SkillsUSA Championships Technical Standards.


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The members of the national technical committee for the Web Design contest include Chair Mark Dubois, Illinois Central College; David Jackson, Tekki LLC (Kan.); Steve Loethen, Microsoft Corp. (Kan.); Brandy Thatcher, Illinois Central College (Ill.); Steve Waddell, CNELearning.com (Kan.); and Jonathan Worent, Samaritan Ministries International (Ill.).

Other supporting organizations include The Art Institutes; and, Lowe’s Companies Inc.



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WINNERS IN WELDING ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in WELDING were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, 2017 at the Award Session of the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 19 - JUNE 23, 2017, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




On contest day each Welding competitors are tested through a series of stations, competitors are tested on various aspects of welding, including measuring weld replicas, Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) and Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW). Competitors complete a steel project and weld an aluminum project in various positions using a variety of filler metals. To see a video of Welding competition, go to: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jfp_lU3KHjo.

The members of the national technical committee for the Welding competition include Chair Ed Norman, EDCO Industries LLC (Mo.); Lawrence Adam, Matheson Tri-Gas Inc. (Mo.); Shirley Day, Hillyard Technical Center (Mo.); Ted Drower, Miller Electric Mfg. Co. Inc. (Kan.); Sherry Easterwood, Honeywell Inc. — Aerospace (Ariz.); Dennis Gerrits, Miller Electric Mfg. Co. Inc. (Wis.); Andy Godley, Alabama Power Co. (Ala.); Darren Haas, Northrop Grumman Ship Building (Miss.); Bill Hall, Red Ball Oxygen (Texas); Steve Houston, American Technical Publishers Inc. (lll.); Dale Johnson, Smith Equipment Co. (S.D.); Dan Klingman, The Lincoln Electric Company (Ohio); James Maynard, Miller Electric Mfg. Co. Inc. (Wis.); Bruce Morrett, Hobart Brothers

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(Ohio); Branden Muehlbrandt,The Lincoln Electric Company (Ala.); Joseph Murlin, The Lincoln Electric Company (Ohio); Sam Newhouse, Emmert Welding & Mfg. Co. Inc. (Mo.); Nick Peterson, Miller Electric Mfg. Co. Inc. (Ariz.); Martica Ventura, American Welding Society (Fla.); and, Dennis Wright, Wright Welding Technologies (Kan.).

The national education committee assists the national technical committee. Members include Lee Caughron, Grand River Tech School (Mo.); Shirley Day, Hillyard Technical Center (Mo.); Ken Duckworth, Flint Hills Technical College (Mo.); and, Daniel Dye, South Central Career Center (Mo.).

Other supporting organizations include Calculated Industries Inc.; Carhartt Inc.; Hypertherm Inc.; Iron Age Footwear; James F. Lincoln Foundation; Lincoln Welders; Miller Electric; Praxair Inc.; Ranken Technical College; Universal Technical Institute; and, Warson Brands.


SkillsUSA is a vital solution to the growing U.S. skills gap. This nonprofit partnership of students, instructors and industry ensures America has the skilled workforce it needs to stay competitive. Founded in 1965 and endorsed by the U.S. Department of Education, the association serves more than 300,000 member students and instructors each year in middle schools, high schools and col-leges. This diverse talent pipeline covers 130 trade, technical and skilled service occupations, the majority STEM-related. More than 600 corporations, trade associations, businesses and labor unions actively support SkillsUSA at the national level. SkillsUSA programs are integrated into career and technical education through a framework of personal, workplace and technical skills grounded in academics. Local, state and national championships, designed and judged by industry, set relevant standards for career and technical education and provide needed recognition to its stu-dents. SkillsUSA also offers technical skill assessments and other workplace credentials. For more information, go to: www.SkillsUSA.org..

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WINNERS IN WELDING FABRICATION ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in WELDING FABRICATION were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 23 - JUNE 23, 2017 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Welding Fabrication is a team competition that requires three students from each school to use their welding and fabrication skills to build a designed project from the given material. The students are also required to be proficient in using the common tools of a workshop. A theme-based project is constructed by the students, based on the prints drawn by each team.


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To see a video of the national SkillsUSA Championships Welding Fabrication competition, go to: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jfp_lU3KHjo.

The members of the national technical committee for the Welding Fabrication contest include Chair Henry Woehl, L&L Enterprises LLC (Wyo.); Tim Bishop; Alina Blanco, American Welding Society (Fla.); George Donovan (Mo.); Rex Hardman, Miller Electric Mfg. Co. Inc. (Wis.); Jim Iden; Jason Schmidt; and, Jeff Szymik.

A national education team supports the national technical committee. Members include Jim Bridwell, Ozarks Technical Community College (Mo.); Greg Siepert, Hutchinson Community College (Kan.); and, Mark Willis, Miami Valley Career Technology Center (Ohio).

Other supporting organizations include Air Conditioning Industries; Air Products; Kimberly-Clark; Hobart Brothers Co.; International Training Institute for the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Industry; Iron Age Footwear; Ironworkers Local No. 70; IRWIN Industrial Tool Co.; Kobalt Tools; Praxair Inc.; Sheet Metal Workers International Local No. 110; United Association Local No. 502; and, Warson Brand.



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WINNERS IN WELDING SCULPTURE ANNOUNCED2017 SkillsUSA Championships

The winners of the annual SkillsUSA Championships in WELDING SCULPTURE were announced Friday evening, JUNE 23, at the Awards Ceremony of SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The Conference was held JUNE 23 - JUNE 23, 2017 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Over 6,000 outstanding career and technical education students joined in the excitement of hands-on competition in 100 different trade, technical, and leadership fields.




Welding Sculpture contestants demonstrate their ability to develop a design and produce a welding sculpture of that design, as well as deliver a presentation regarding all aspects of the design creation.


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To see a video of the national SkillsUSA Championships Welding competition, go to: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jfp_lU3KHjo.

The national technical committee for Welding Sculpture includes Co-chair Shanen Aranmor, Miller Electric Mfg. Co. Inc. (Calif.); Co-chair Karl Watson, Somerset Community College (Ky.); Olivia Boylan; Charles Cross, Lincoln Electric; Betsy Van Duyne, Hypertherm Inc. (N.H.); and, Karl Watson, Somerset Community College (Ky.).

The national education team assists the national technical committee. Members include Curtis Cash, Somerset Community College (Ky.); Coy Hall, Clark County Area Technology Center (Ky.); Jeanne Mitchell, Exxon Mobil (Texas); and, Scott Stinger.

Other supporting organizations include Hypertherm Inc.; Lincoln Welders; Miller Electric; and, Praxair Inc.



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