(From Crowder College)Atlanta, GA – Crowder College SkillsUSA students brought home two national bronze medalists from the convention last week in Atlanta, Georgia.
Helen Mawi, a CTEC Health Science II student and East Newton High School graduate earned a Bronze Medal in Basic Health Care Skills; Christian Conrad earned a bronze medal in Diesel Mobile Electronics. Conrad is a Diesel Technology major from Neosho.
“Competing against some of the most talented students from across the nation, Helen demonstrated exceptional healthcare knowledge, technical skill, professionalism, and composure under pressure to secure a place on the national podium, stated Dana Cobb, Director of Secondary CTE. “This achievement is a testament to Helen's hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence throughout her time at CTEC. We are incredibly proud of the way she represented her program, East Newton High School, and our entire CTEC community on the national stage.”
“Qualifying for nationals is an accomplishment, but finishing as a medal winner competing against students from across the country is huge!” stated Melissa Smith, Director of Joplin Advanced Training & Workforce Center. “Christian’s performance confirms the education he received in the Diesel program and his desire to achieve paid off.”
Crowder College offers secondary/high school programs through partnerships with area school districts of: Neosho, East Newton, Diamond, Seneca, and McDonald County. Students to attend during their junior and senior years creating pathways into careers while earning high school credit and potentially college credits through dual enrollment.
Crowder College provide post-secondary training in Diesel Technology along with programs in Advanced Manufacturing, Welding, Computer Network & Support, Engineering Technology, Agriculture. Surgical Technology, EMT/Paramedic, Allied Health, and Automotive Technology. Most programs provide pathways through stackable certificates allowing entry level employment with an opportunity to continue their education.
(Photos-Christian Conrad, far right, accompanied by Clarence Brewer, Diesel Tech Instructor (center) and SkillsUSA Rep. and Helen Mawi testing)
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