SkillsUSA Illinois

🌟 This Giving Tuesday, Make an Impact! 🌟 Today, you have the chance to shape the future of our workforce. By supporting the Youth Workforce Development Foundation, your generosity powers initiatives like SkillsUSA Illinois, where students become skilled professionals, career-ready leaders, and responsible community members. Together, we can break barriers, create opportunities, and build a stronger, more skilled workforce. 💡 Learn more about the lives you've already impacted by reading our success stories: https://lnkd.in/gFEhTQ-d 📢 Donate today and help us continue making an impact: https://lnkd.in/gXFhcdSQ 🤝 #GivingTuesday | #SkillsUSAIllinois | #YouthWorkforce | #BuildingFutures

This season, we’re grateful for YOU—our incredible members, supporters, and partners who drive our mission forward every day. Together, we’re building brighter futures, one skill at a time. 💪✨ Take a moment to read our Thanksgiving message and celebrate the impact we’ve made together: https://lnkd.in/gtC-AW4Q Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful and restful holiday! 🧡 #SkillsUSAIL #HappyThanksgiving #Gratitude #CTE #WorkforceDevelopment

More successful National Apprenticeship Week visits! 🎉 Yesterday, we had the privilege of revisiting Morton Industries in addition to connecting with A-TEC Ambulance, Inc.. Thank you to Morton Industries and A-TEC Ambulance for their commitment to developing the next generation of skilled professionals! We’re excited to continue celebrating our apprenticeship partners throughout the week. . . . #NAW2024 #SkillsUSAIL #BuildingFutures #CareerReady #Apprenticeships

🔧 Breaking the Stigma: Trades as a First Choice 🔧 Skilled trades are not "fallback" options—they are essential, in-demand careers. Take the story of Darias Bristol, who transitioned from retail to a registered apprenticeship at Morton Industries with the help of SkillsUSA Illinois. Now, he’s thriving in manufacturing. Read Darias's story here: https://lnkd.in/gG36DK-F Illinois industries like construction and manufacturing are growing, offering competitive wages and stability. SkillsUSA Illinois helps students seize these opportunities through training and apprenticeship programs that lead to economic sustainability. This Giving Tuesday, support SkillsUSA Illinois and the Youth Workforce Development Foundation in helping individuals like Darias achieve fulfilling careers. . . . #GivingTuesday #SkillsUSAIllinois #TradeCareers #BuildingFutures

Monday, we kicked off National Apprenticeship Week by visiting Morton Industries and Birkey's Farm Store, Inc.! 🎉 Thank you to Spoon River College for hosting our morning with Birkey's, and Morton Industries for letting us visit to help kick off NAW! We’re proud to work alongside partners who are so dedicated to shaping future workforce leaders.👏 . . . #NAW2024 #SkillsUSAIL #Apprenticeships #FutureReady

🌟 Giving Tuesday Spotlight: Building Futures Through Dedicated Advisors 🌟 At SkillsUSA Illinois a project of the Youth Workforce Development Foundation, our advisors are the backbone of our mission, dedicating their time and expertise to shape the future of skilled professionals. Their commitment not only imparts technical knowledge but also instills leadership and confidence in our students. Take, for instance, the inspiring journey of Eric Tecuanhuehue. From a high school student exploring career paths to becoming a state champion and now a devoted advisor, Eric's story exemplifies the profound impact of mentorship and the transformative power of SkillsUSA Illinois. His dedication to giving back to the community that once nurtured him highlights the enduring cycle of support and growth within our organization. Read more about Eric's journey and the pivotal role advisors play in empowering our students: https://lnkd.in/gcnSbv-E This Giving Tuesday, your support enables us to continue fostering these invaluable advisor-student relationships, ensuring that more individuals like Eric can inspire and lead the next generation of skilled professionals. . . . #GivingTuesday #SkillsUSAIllinois #AdvisorSpotlight #BuildingFutures

SkillsUSA Illinois celebrated National Apprenticeship Week in Rock Island this morning at the Building Futures Career Expo! Hosted at Quad City Builders Local 111, the event brought together Illinois and Iowa students for an exciting day of hands-on activities, exploring the incredible opportunities in the skilled trades. We were proud to have State Director, Eric Hill, accompanied by Marla Swanson, and our proud partners Stephanie Cobb and Terry Baum of Otto Baum Company, Inc. to highlight the importance of apprenticeships in building successful careers. Such in great way to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week and inspire the future workforce of Illinois and Iowa. . . . #NAW2024 #SkillsUSAIL #Apprenticeships #BuildingFutures

Happy National Apprenticeship Week! 🎉 We are so excited to kick off a week dedicated to celebrating the power of apprenticeships and the incredible partnerships that make them possible. Apprenticeships are more than just job training—they’re pathways to career success, helping students gain hands-on experience while they learn. With the help of Otto Baum Company, Inc., Birkey's Farm Store, Inc., A-TEC Ambulance, Inc., and Morton Industries, we will celebrate the importance of this mission with their very own apprentices all week long. Stay tuned as we showcase their contributions, share inspiring apprentice stories, and highlight the value of these partnerships in shaping tomorrow's skilled professionals. 🙌 . . . #NationalApprenticeshipWeek #NAW2024 #SkillsUSAIL #WorkforceReady

Almost one month since L.E.A.D. Conference 2024, and we're still celebrating the amazing experiences and connections made! 🎉 Students from across Illinois came together to develop lifelong skills, share ideas, and build friendships that will shape their futures. From inspiring sessions to the bonds formed, this conference was all about leadership, career readiness, and creating strong networks. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made it possible—our dedicated volunteers, members, and staff. We can’t wait to see everyone again next year! . . . #LEAD2024 #SkillsUSAIL #LeadershipInAction

📚 Who We Are: A Legacy of Building the Future Workforce 🔧 Since its inception, SkillsUSA Illinois has stood as a cornerstone in shaping the future of skilled professionals across our state. As a proud advocate for career and technical education, the Youth Workforce Development Foundation through SkillsUSA Illinois has built a strong legacy of equipping students with not only the technical skills they need but also the leadership and confidence to excel in their careers. From classroom to career, we have supported countless students on their journeys, connecting them to real-world opportunities and fostering partnerships that strengthen the workforce of tomorrow. 💡Our mission: Fostering the future generation of the American workforce by establishing sustainable youth talent pipelines that bridge the gap between education and industry.   Whether through competitions, leadership training, or community-building events, we’re committed to creating an environment where students thrive and where future leaders are born. Join us in celebrating our history, our mission, and the work we do to uplift our youth and strengthen our community. Together, we’re shaping the future—one skilled worker at a time. Learn more about our impact at https://lnkd.in/gFEhTQ-d . . . #GivingTuesday | #SkillsUSAIL | #YWDF | #WhoWeAre | #BuildingTheFuture