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SkillsUSA wields a large shovel, but we have a big hole to fill. That hole is in the American economy and it is called the skills gap—the widening gap between the jobs available and the skilled workers ready to fill them. SkillsUSA improves the quality of our nation’s workforce by helping students develop personal, workplace and technical skills grounded in academics. Our mission is to empower our members to become world-class workers, leaders and responsible American citizens. Read the full story on AdvancedManufacturing.org.

SkillsUSA, Industry Giants to Celebrate Thousands of Students Committing to Essential Careers

SkillsUSA has named 24 SkillsUSA schools as Models of Excellence for 2026. The annual program recognizes the exceptional integration of Personal, Workplace and Technical Skills into SkillsUSA chapter activities.

2025 Models of Excellence winners on stage reacting emotionally to the announcement.

March 30, 2026

24 SkillsUSA Schools Named National Models of Excellence, Honored as 2026’s Most Outstanding Programs

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