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Chattanooga State Students Win Big at SkillsUSA Competition

SkillsUSA’s National Leadership & Skills Conference (NLSC) is the largest gathering of America’s future skilled workforce and the ultimate recognition of excellence in career and technical education. Held in Atlanta, the NLSC is a week-long celebration of the skilled trades and the accomplishments of career-ready leaders from across the United States.

The event brings together more than 16,000 attendees, including students, instructors, industry partners, government officials, administrators and more. The highlight of the NLSC is the SkillsUSA Championships, where more than 6,000 state champions compete for national gold, silver, and bronze medals in 115 skilled and leadership competitions.

12 Chattanooga State medalists include:

  • Gold in Community Service: Team of Tia Bowers, Kam Johnson, D’Andre Johnson
  • Gold in Employment Application Process: Alissya Popca
  • Gold in Opening & Closing Ceremonies: Team of Matthew Nelson, Daeja Beckom, Sarah Kirk, Breanna Holloway, Amanda Sovago-Royal, Emmalea Linebarger, Breanna Foster
  • Silver in Job Interview: Shelby Defore