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Pioneer Career and Technology Center proudly celebrated the achievements of 58 adult education graduates during its recent commencement ceremony held Thursday evening. Representing a wide array of career-focused programs, the graduates completed rigorous training and certification in fields including Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), Phlebotomy, State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA), Welding, and the 22+ Adult Diploma program.
Programs like CCMA and STNA prepare students for essential roles in the healthcare industry, while Welding graduates are stepping into high-demand skilled trades. The 22+ program celebrates adult learners who have returned to earn their high school diplomas, highlighting the power of perseverance and lifelong learning.
Among the graduates, several individuals were recognized with an asterisk (*) for outstanding performance or leadership during their time at Pioneer.
Congratulations to all 58 graduates — your hard work, commitment, and success are inspiring examples of what it means to invest in your future. Pioneer is proud to be a part of your journey! 🎓
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant: Makayla Gerwig*, Aleigha Lambert, Audrey Spangler-Reese, Maleah Houghtby, Brenna Schartiger, Noemi Villareal
Phlebotomy: Allison Burchett, Tarynn Eagle, Brenna Nelson, Shaina Thompson*, Emily Coleman*, Kennedy Ernst, Kassidy Speakman
STNA: Alexa Ancheyta, Maria Davila Lopez, Rachel Frary, Victoria Gonzales, Mia Hernandez Nava, Brayden McLaughlin, Tanya Morales*, Kelly Olvera, Carolyn Pierce, Nicolle Stover, Alivia Zidarin, Johnazha Brown*, Ian Finnegan, Ian Gonzales, Melissa Hamilton, Rachel Huston, Elizabeth Miller, Jennifer Naylor, Keyla Olvera, Alicia Sampsel, Kyle Tanner*
Welding: Ian Barley, Zharyn Edwards, Shane Etzinger, Vance Friend, Joseenrique Hernandez*, Ronald Joan, Mike Kantzos-Puesan*, Brooke Montgomery*, Michael Murphy*, Raymond Rosenberry*, Jaziah Stover, Gauge Woodley*, Samuel Davis*, Brandt Eglin, Collin Fitzgerald, Nicholas Harvey, Steven Hoskins*, Floyd Jones, Holden McElroy, Austin Moore*, Dalton Rhinebolt, Chad Ross, Christopher Velez*
22+ Program: Samantha Vipperman