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!