SkillsUSA is a nationally recognized organization that helps students build real-world skills and leadership qualities that prepare them for college, careers, and beyond. Through hands-on learning and competitive events, members gain valuable experience in fields like automotive technology, culinary arts, medical terminology, and more. These opportunities not only develop technical expertise but also foster confidence and professionalism that employers highly value.

Beyond the competitions, SkillsUSA offers students a chance to network with mentors and peers from across the state and nation. Members strengthen essential skills like communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and leadership, while also gaining access to scholarships, professional development, conferences, and social events.

Warren High is proud to celebrate its incredible CTE competitors who have showcased their talents at regional, state, and national levels in areas such as health sciences, trades, technology, public speaking, and leadership. Competitors are evaluated on both technical ability and workplace readiness, with top performers advancing through each stage.

Regional Gold Medalists
Anthony Flores, Hugo Obispo, and Joweh Garcia (Automated Manufacturing Technology); David Caro Lopez (CNC 3 Axis Milling Programmer); Serena Almaguer and Raquel Hernandez (Mechatronics); Emily Aranda (Medical Terminology); Sofia Mesa, Haylee Sanchez, Melissa Avila, Kathleen Morales-Rodriguez, Maryann Kasouha, Valeria Castaneda, and Sophia Casillas (Opening and Closing Ceremonies); Frankee Contreras (Plumbing); and Lizette Ruiz (Esthetics).

Regional Silver and Bronze Medalists
Leilany Duenas, Bowie Escalante, Bryan Marin, Joud Hariri, Nycholas Lopez, Sergio Pedroza, Andrea Elizarraraz, Martin Soto, Isabella Fuentes, Gwendolyn Lara, Irvin Calderon, Brayan Mazeda, Tony Cortez, Sean Waterman, Madelyn Orozco, Amy Flores, Alexandria Fuentes, and David Moreno.

State Competition Highlights
Sophia Garcia earned a gold medal in Job Interview.

National Competition Highlights
Elisa Munoz and Raquel Hernandez earned gold in Models of Excellence: Personal Skills.
Silver medals went to Sofia Mesa, Haylee Sanchez, Melissa Avila, Kathleen Morales-Rodriguez, Maryann Kasouha, Valeria Castaneda, and Sophia Casillas (Opening and Closing Ceremonies); Amy Flores and Alexandria Fuentes (Additive Manufacturing); Lizette Ruiz and Leilani Fernandez (Esthetics); and Janesse Coloma (Extemporaneous Speaking).
Bronze medals were awarded to David Caro Lopez (CNC 3 Axis Milling Programmer) and Elizabeth Cisneros (Extemporaneous Speaking).

Congratulations to all Warren SkillsUSA competitors for their incredible dedication, skill, and achievements. You continue to make us proud at every level of competition.

Warren SkillsUSA kicked off this school year with an exciting kickoff event, and we can’t wait to see our Bears shine in another fantastic season of competitions and leadership opportunities. Go Bears!