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Yahoo
22-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Odessa College Hosts SkillsUSA Regional Competition, welcoming hundreds of students, educators
Feb. 21—Odessa College is proud to host the SkillsUSA Regional Competition on campus Friday, February 21, and Saturday, February 22, bringing together 800-1,000 high school students and teachers from across the region. This prestigious event provides students with the opportunity to showcase their skills, compete in a variety of career and technical education (CTE) competitions, and prepare for future success in the workforce. Competitions span multiple industries, including welding, automotive technology, healthcare, construction, cosmetology, and more, highlighting the diverse talents of students pursuing technical and vocational education. "We are honored to welcome SkillsUSA competitors to Odessa College," Tiffani Price, Associate Vice President for Adult, Continuing, and Workforce Education, said in a news release. "This event is a testament to the dedication and hard work of students and educators committed to excellence in career and technical education. It's also a great opportunity for students to experience our campus and see firsthand the outstanding programs and resources Odessa College offers." SkillsUSA is a national organization that empowers students through leadership, hands-on training, and competitive experiences designed to prepare them for high-demand careers. The regional competition at Odessa College serves as a stepping stone for students aiming to advance to state and national levels. Odessa College is committed to fostering workforce development and supporting the next generation of skilled professionals. By hosting this event, the college continues to strengthen its role as a leader in education and career readiness. For more information about Odessa College and its career and technical education programs, visit
Yahoo
19-02-2025
- General
- Yahoo
15 BOCES students take first place at SkillsUSA Competition
(WIVT/WBGH) – A whole raft of students from BOCES are winners following a regional skills competition. They include Micah Gray of Maine-Endwell who won first place in cabinet making. He one of roughly 26 Broome-Tioga BOCES students to receive medals at the SkillsUSA Regional Competition recently at SUNY Morrisville. 15 of them took first place. That includes Culinary Arts student Daniel Skojec of Vestal who had to cut apart a whole chicken in his contest. 'I never thought that I would be in a situation where I would be in a kitchen, using knives and being able to make fantastic tasting dishes. I just love putting smiles on peoples' faces,' said Skojec. Jayce Barton of Windsor was a first-place winner in electrical construction wiring. Two of the regional champs were state champions last year and are looking to return to nationals next year. Shayla Limbert of Maine-Endwell took first place in TV Video Production with Brenden Horn of Vestal. They had to make a promotional video for SkillsUSA. 'I always have doubt in my work. I'm like, it's not as good as it could be. But every time I get there, I'm like, whoa! It's just a lot of excitement, a lot of like, oh my gosh, I actually just did that?' said Limbert. The students move on to the state championship in Syracuse next with a chance to qualify for nationals in Atlanta. Two M-E 8th graders create award winning app 15 BOCES students take first place at SkillsUSA Competition SUNY Broome students prepare lunch for Rotary Rolled over tow truck on Vestal Parkway blocking traffic State preparing to send National Guard to staff prisons where officers are striking Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
