In true Bulldog spirit, Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology students showcased their exceptional technical skills and leadership abilities at the 2025 Pennsylvania SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. Competing across 20 different categories, our students demonstrated the hands-on expertise and real-world capabilities that define a Thaddeus Stevens College education.

Celebrating Excellence

We’re proud to announce our students earned an impressive 10 first-place medals, qualifying these champions to advance to the national conference in Atlanta, Georgia this June. These achievements reflect not only our students’ dedication but also the quality instruction provided by our industry-experienced faculty.

First Place Winners Advancing to Nationals

· Zachary Cooter – Cabinetmaking

· James Patterson – CNC 5-Axis Milling

· Garrett Morse – CNC Programmer

· Justin Cicalo – CNC 2-Axis Turning

· Josue Velazquez – Collision Damage Appraisal

· Justin Marvel – Diesel

· Anthony Battaglia – Graphic Communications

· Samuel Berryman – Masonry

· Eric Jackson & Dylan Navarrete – Mechatronics

· Abigail Butrica – Pin Design

· Michael Moyano – Sheet Metal

· Elizabeth Miles – T-Shirt Design

Additional Medal Winners

Our students also earned five second-place and one third-place medals across various technical disciplines, demonstrating the depth of talent throughout our programs.

Building Tomorrow’s Workforce Today

These competitions reflect the real-world, hands-on learning that is the cornerstone of an education at Thaddeus Stevens College. Our students aren’t just learning theory—they’re applying their skills in competitive environments that mirror industry standards and expectations.

Community of Support

A special thank you goes to Caleb Lower, Electro-Mechanical Technology faculty member for his dedicated support and assistance with our student competitors during the conference. We also extend our gratitude to the instructors who invested extra time helping students prepare for these rigorous competitions. And Kyle Young, Computer Integrated Machining instructor, who spearheaded the whole effort for the College.

This success story exemplifies the TSCT difference: industry-experienced faculty, comprehensive support, and a community dedicated to student achievement—all elements that contribute to our 98% placement rate and graduates who earn family-thriving wages.

Stay tuned for updates as our first-place winners prepare to represent TSCT at the national conference in Atlanta. The Bulldog community stands behind you!