91�첥

CCC students showcased their talent, skill, and professionalism at the 2025 SkillsUSA North Carolina State Conference, held April 9–11 in Greensboro, NC. Competing under this year’s theme, “Ignite Your Potential,” 91�첥 brought a strong team of 44 students, five of whom participated as models. They made their mark in 27 competition categories and brought home an impressive total of 29 medals.

The students participated in various contests, including Welding, Collision Repair, Cyber Security, Cosmetology, Barbering, Medical Math, Electronics Technology, and Fantasy Hair and Makeup. They placed in all but eight of the categories entered, highlighting the exceptional level of preparation and commitment shown by the team.

CCC’s representatives competed in three team-based events: Crime Scene Investigation (team of three), Community Service (team of three), and Project Showcase Cosmetology (team of two), placing first in all three.

All competitions took place on April 10. Post-secondary awards were presented that evening, while high school competitors stayed another night to attend their awards ceremony on April 11.

CCC’s students secured first place in eleven national-level competition categories, which means they will advance to compete at the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference, scheduled for June 23–28, 2025, in Atlanta, GA.

These accomplishments reflect the students’ dedication and talent, as well as the unwavering support of the faculty and staff who guided them along the way. With nationals on the horizon, the entire 91�첥 community is excited to see what these rising stars will achieve next.

Winners in the post-secondary competitions:

Placed	Competition	Competitor
First	Cosmetology*	Logan Saleet
First	Crime Scene Investigation (team)*	Macy Anderson, Rebecca Lewis, Wendy Ricker
First	Community Service (team)*	Glynnis Barner, Tierra Lira, Shaiel Rivera
First	Electronics Technology*	Corey Greene
First	Esthetics*	Melanie Sims
First	Job Interview*	Brittany Dobbins
First	Medical Math*	Ashley Buckton
First	Medical Terminology*	Rhacinda Barner
First	Prepared Speech*	Michael Suttle
Second	CNC 3-Axis Machining Specialist	John Nordmark
Second	Electronics Technology	Brian Bailey
Second	Esthetics	Logan Folk
Third	Barbering	Martie Elmore
Fourth	Electronics Technology	Josh Hamrick
Fourth	Hair Coloring	Nikolas Moore
Fourth	Nail Care	Kenya Parrott
Fifth	Barbering	Za’quan Hollis

Winners in the high school competitions:

Placed	Competition	Competitor
First	Cosmetology*	Madison Broome
First	Nail Care*	Alexis Martin
First	Skill Project Showcase Cosmetology	Alexis Martin, Maria Rodriquez
Second	Fantasy Hair and Makeup	Maycie Norman
Third	Natural Hair Design and Braids	Kennedy Campbell
Fourth	Prepared Speech	Megan Sourisoud
Fifth	Natural Hair Design and Braids	Taeliyonna Degraffenreid

*Competitions that qualify for nationals.

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