tudents from Berks Career & Technology Center (BCTC) delivered standout performances at the SkillsUSA Pennsylvania Leadership and Skills Conference, held in Hershey, where they put their skills to the test against top career and technical education students from across the state.
From precision and problem-solving to leadership and teamwork, BCTC students stepped into competition ready to perform. The annual conference gives students the chance to apply what they’ve learned in real-world scenarios that mirror the demands of their future careers—and this year, BCTC students rose to the occasion.
Competing across a wide range of technical and leadership events, students brought focus, confidence, and determination to every challenge. Their strong performances reflect the effort they’ve put in throughout the year and the pride they take in representing their programs, instructors, and school community.
This year’s conference brought home exciting results for BCTC, with students earning top placements in multiple categories.
BCTC SkillsUSA Pennsylvania Leadership and Skills Conference Results:
Avren Martinez | Schuylkill Valley | Cabinetry & Wood | Cabinet Making | 1st |
Riley Krichten | Exeter | Computerized | CNC 2-Axis Turning Programmer | 1st |
Pamela Guzman | Fleetwood | Mechatronics | Electronics | 1st |
Owen Heimbach | Daniel Boone | Masonry | Masonry | 1st |
Trevor Fredericks | Hamburg | Computerized | Precision Machining | 1st |
Ethan Pilgert | Kutztown | Electrical Occupations | TeamWorks | 1st |
Michael Gehris | Brandywine | Plumbing & Heating | TeamWorks | 1st |
Reid Swartley | Exeter | Carpentry | TeamWorks | 1st |
Shaydon Chism | Daniel Boone | Masonry | TeamWorks | 1st |
William Mays | Wyomissing | Mechatronics | Technical Math | 1st |
Bethany Gonzalez | Conrad Weiser | Video & Media | Audio Production | 2nd |
Karleigh Feick | Governor Mifflin | Video & Media | Audio Production | 2nd |
Devin Rau | Kutztown | Computerized | CNC 5-Axis Milling Programmer | 2nd |
Owen Shane | Tulpehocken | Computerized | CNC Programmer | 2nd |
Michael Keffer | Hamburg | IT Programming | Computer Programing | 2nd |
Madison Cambria | Exeter | Cosmetology | Cosmetology | 2nd |
Laya Rice | Adult Student | Cosmetology | Cosmetology | 2nd |
Owen Woytowich | Exeter | Automotive Collision | Prepared Speech | 2nd |
Grayson Hollenbach | Hamburg | Computerized | CNC 3 Axis Milling Programmer | 3rd |
Shain Draves | Twin Valley | Diesel Technology | Diesel Equipment Technology | 3rd |
Madison Koller | Antietam | Cosmetology | Esthetics | 3rd |
Addasyn Negron | Fleetwood | Cosmetology | Esthetics Model | 3rd |
Austin Merkel | Tulpehocken | Heavy Equipment | Heavy Equipment Operation | 3rd |
Giselle Bolich | Twin Valley | Dental Occupations | Job Interview | 3rd |
Carli Dodds | Exeter | Residential Painting | Painting & Decorating | 3rd |
Students who earned first-place finishes will advance to the national SkillsUSA Championships in Atlanta this June, where they will compete against the best career and technical education students in the country.
Please join us in congratulating all of the BCTC students who competed, challenged themselves, and represented the school with pride. Their success in Hershey is a reflection of the talent, preparation, and drive they bring to BCTC every day.