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The ACE Center at Hermitage proudly celebrated the outstanding achievements of its students at the recent District II SkillsUSA Championships held on March 1, 2025. The event showcased the exceptional talents and skills of students from various technical and career education centers, and the ACE Center at Hermitage emerged as a dominant force with numerous top placements across multiple categories.

Audio Production (Radio)

  • 1st Place: Hazel Hornsby and Alfred Finer

  • 2nd Place: Jordan Gathers and Elijah Johnson

  • 3rd Place: Justin Brown and Amna Abdalla

Cosmetology

  • 3rd Place: Addison Davis

Digital Cinema Production

  • 1st Place: Myles Freeman and Ivan Dung

  • 2nd Place: Lillian Russell and Londyn Lacey-Terrell

  • 3rd Place: Faith Bishop and Jadyn Perry

Esthetics

  • 1st Place: Melany Rojas Naranjo

  • Model: Nathalie Estrada

Fantasy Manikin

  • 3rd Place: Nevaeh Ng Roland

Nail Care

  • 1st Place: Valeria Serrano

  • Model: Abigail Brouillard

Natural Hair Braiding

  • 3rd Place: Makaylen Hillard

Photography

  • 1st Place: Jayden Arnold

  • 2nd Place: Camila Cruz-Renteria

  • 3rd Place: Maurice Nance

Radio Communications

  • 1st Place: Hazel Hornsby

  • 2nd Place: Jordan Gathers

  • 3rd Place: Elijah Johnson

Total Fantasy

  • 3rd Place: Kenneyea Baker-Willoughby and Kylie Davis

  • Model: Sydney Harrod

Video Production

  • 1st Place: Mekhai Harris-Leeper, Samuel Graine, Jaelah Higgs, and Addison Cornell

Graphics Imaging-Sublimation

  • 1st Place: Daisy Rasor

The ACE Center at Hermitage's students demonstrated their dedication, hard work, and exceptional skills, earning well-deserved recognition in their respective fields. These achievements not only highlight the quality of education and training provided by the ACE Center at Hermitage but also underscore the students' commitment to excellence.

The success at the District II Championships serves as a testament to the collaborative efforts of the students, educators, and staff at the ACE Center at Hermitage. As these talented individuals prepare to advance to the state-level competitions, the entire community stands behind them, cheering for their continued success.

Congratulations to all the winners from the ACE Center at Hermitage! Your achievements inspire and pave the way for future generations of skilled professionals. Keep up the fantastic work, and best of luck in the upcoming state competitions!