Why VT students are signing letters of intent with local employers

Students who plan to enter the workforce after graduation are being celebrated at the Northwest Career & Technical Center’s 2026 Skilled Trades Signing Day.

The event is scheduled for 1 to 2:30 p.m. June 5 in the BFA Saint Albans Gymnasium, according to a community announcement.

Modeled after collegiate athletic signing days, the event will feature students signing “letters of intent” with future employers. The ceremony aims to recognize students for their hard work, technical skill development and commitment to pursuing careers in Vermont’s workforce.

Students from various programs at the Northwest Career & Technical Center are expected to participate, including those entering fields such as electrical, construction, cosmetology and engineering.

Participating students and their future employers include:

• Theodore DeCiantis – Alliance Group (Electrical)
• Nolan Howrigan – BP Construction
• Lexie Lemieux – Downtown Cuts
• Brayden Rooney – Engineers Construction Inc.
• Hunter Gagne – Engineers Construction Inc.
• Nicholas Boomhower – Engineers Construction Inc.
• Quinton Nicholas – Handy Toyota
• Natalie Powers – Hayward Tyler
• Kaleb Bocash – Hazelett
• Damien Callan – Husky
• Hailey Carey – Jubilance Salon
• Hallie Robtoy – Jubilance Salon
• Ryiah Gaudiaso – Lake Shore Hair
• Kris Mumert – MEI Electrical Contractors
• Logan Little – Milton CAT
• Alisa Freighberger – Nail Nook
• Jonas Wagner – Omega Electric
• Collin Langevin – PC Construction
• Vernon Ouellette – PC Construction
• Brandon Murray – RPM Engines
• Wyatt Blake – United Ag & Turf
• Edan Peters – VHV
• Owen de Jesús López – VHV
• Grace Robert – Villa Rehab Center

“We are incredibly proud of these students and the opportunities they have earned,” said Lisa Durocher, assistant director at Northwest Career & Technical Center. “This event highlights the value of career and technical education and the strong partnerships we have with local employers who are investing in the next generation of skilled professionals.”

The Northwest Career & Technical Center, located in St. Albans, provides career and technical education opportunities for high school students and adult learners throughout northwestern Vermont. Programs include automotive technology, building trades, cosmetology, culinary arts, digital media, electrical, engineering technologies, human services, medical professions, outdoor technology and public safety and law enforcement.

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