NLCS Career Center Students are headed to SkillsUSA State Competition

BEDFORD- SkillsUSA is a dynamic organization dedicated to empowering students to excel in skilled trades, technology, and leadership. With a focus on hands-on learning and professional development, SkillsUSA cultivates a diverse community of future leaders equipped with the technical and interpersonal skills needed to thrive in the workforce.

Students from the NLCS Career Center took part in a regional competition at Vincennes University on February 3rd. After a great day of competition, a staggering 10 students from the Career Center are moving on to compete at the state level, with a chance to go on to the national stage. Congratulations to the following students with their places that are moving on to the state championship.

Auto Tech Services 2

  • Mason Short, 3rd place

Auto Tech Services 1

  • Bruce Engleking, 4th place

Auto Collision Repair

  • Bella Landstrom, 1st place
  • Joey Blunk, 2nd place
  • Colt Wray, 3rd place

Auto Refinishing

  • Logan Weber, 1st place
  • Emma Stapleton, 2nd place

Precision Machining

  • Riley Skeen, 1st place
  • Anthony Coletta, 2nd place
  • Carter Cummings, 3rd place

The following students received a bye straight to the state competition:

Television Production

  • Thomas Chiasson
  • Todd Maddox
  • Audry Parker
  • Clayton Shock

Criminal Justice

  • Alivia Crane
  • Jackson Dwyer-Harrison
  • Daniel Weiler

State Competition takes place April 19 and 20 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds.