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SLSC Highlights The 2023 SkillsUSA California Skills and Leadership Conference was one for the books. Alumni & Friends volunteers could be seen at every turn, working behind the scenes or directly with attendees to ensure the Conference was a success. Alumni & Friends helped with the preparation of Registration Packets, Check In, T-shirt Distribution, the California Store, Judging, Contest & Conference Set Up & Tear Down, oversaw the Courtesy Corps Volunteers, and assisted with the Closing Ceremonies at our inaugural location, the Toyota Arena. Alumni & Friends volunteers got to wind down and see Ontario Reign take on the Henderson Silver Knights as a token of gratitude.
When asked what her favorite aspect of volunteering was, new Alumni & Friends member, BillieJo Lee, had the following to share: “My Favorite part of volunteering at this year’s SkillsUSA California State Conference was being part of such a supportive environment for the participants. They came in prepared, open to feedback, and eager to learn. I feel proud to know these participants are our future generation.” BillieJo served as a Judge, helped with Awards Staging, and hung awards on Medalists.
It is so exciting to have such dedicated Alumni & Friends Volunteers year after year, and to see the number of volunteers continue to grow. Look for Calls to Action in future editions of our Newsletter for more volunteer opportunities-We cannot do it without Volunteers like YOU!
Whether you can volunteer for a few hours or the entire conference, your time and support can make a real difference in students' lives. We're grateful for your dedication to our mission and commitment to building a brighter future for California's workforce. |
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| | Featured in Champions Magazine The Mason on a Mission
“‘My mission now is to promote excitement in the trades and to show what you can do in these careers,’ DiBara says. ‘I never saw that I was just ‘laying bricks.’ I was building my life…’” Matt Dibara, of DiBara Masonry - headquartered in California - “became a millionaire at 27, works on celebrity homes in L.A., is in the early stages of developing a potential TV show…” continue reading about Matt DiBara, The Mason on a Mission in Champions Magazine.
Alumni & Friends Sign Ups (seniors) Congratulations to the class of 2023; YOU DID IT! Your hard work, dedication, and motivation to succeed have paid off; Way to Go! As you prepare for what the future holds, we wish to extend an invitation to join SkillsUSA California Alumni & Friends, where you can stay connected and involved in future activities while making a difference for future students. To sign up, click here. Past CA Newsletters September 2022 October 2022 November 2022 January 2023 March 2023 SkillsUSA California operates as a nonprofit organization, relying on generous contributions from donors to empower us in delivering exceptional programs, expanding career readiness opportunities, and fostering the growth of career technical education. We invite you to join our cause by making a meaningful donation, thereby assisting SkillsUSA California in achieving our mission. Together, let's make a lasting impact. | | |
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| | SLSC Sponsors We express our heartfelt gratitude to our valued business and industry partners for their unwavering support. A special note of appreciation goes out to our SLSC sponsors, whose contributions have been instrumental in our success. Your partnership is instrumental in driving our mission forward, and we sincerely thank you for your generosity and collaboration. Swinerton HAAS Foundation US Coast Guard Harbor Freight US Army United Rentals AWFS Lowe’s Autodesk BMW Training Center W.E.C.A. Miller Lincoln Electric
Save the Date: Business Advisory Meeting August 26-27, 2023, in Ontario, CA The Business Advisory Committee meets annually to develop the contests for Fall and State Conferences. Your knowledge of your field is fundamental to aligning contest descriptions to Industry Standards. If you would like to attend and participate, please reach out to clay.mitchell@skillsusaca.org or loretta.cabuyadao@skillsusaca.org for details. | | |
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End of Year State Director Highlight What another amazing year for the SkillsUSA California organization: 45,175 members (11.8% of the TOTAL national membership), 44,012 student members (12.2% of the national membership) - the largest membership in the history of the SkillsUSA California organization! Since 2009-10, we have served and impacted the lives of 297,637 members (now Alumni) through the SkillsUSA California organization. We hope that you will continue to support and engage with our State association to better meet the needs of our current and future members - we cannot accomplish our organization's Mission, Vision, and Goals without you. Your success in your life and career is a reflection of the SkillsUSA California organization. Stay connected, get involved, and make an impact on a fellow member. Thank you for your involvement, and know that we appreciate you. Clay Mitchell, State Director |
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