Bridge Transition students sweep Minnesota SkillsUSA competition
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Bridge Transition students sweep Minnesota SkillsUSA competition
Students from our Bridge Transition program had a successful showing at the SkillsUSA Minnesota State Championships and Leadership Conference. They swept the Employment Application Process competition with Nevyn Pflugradt winning gold, Chazz Massey earning silver and Juan Malon awarded bronze.
SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce. The organization provides educational programs, events and competitions that support career and technical education in the nation’s classrooms.
Our Bridge Transition program allows 18- to 21-year-old students with disabilities an extra opportunity to develop life and job skills and gain confidence.
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