KERSEY – Workforce Solutions for North Central PA is excited to announce the launch of the eighth annual “What’s So Cool About Manufacturing®” Video Contest.
This year’s contest will feature middle school teams from across the North Central Workforce Development Area (counties of Cameron, Clearfield, Elk, Jefferson, McKean and Potter) as they partner with local manufacturers to create short video documentaries showcasing the innovation and exciting careers available in the manufacturing industry.
To date, the following schools and companies have confirmed participation in this year’s contest:
- Saint Leo’s Catholic Elementary School with FreeFORM Technologies LLC
- Kane Jr./Sr. High School with Woodside Oils
- Johnsonburg Jr./Sr. High School with American Axle & Manufacturing Ridgway
- Oswayo Valley Jr./Sr. High School with Scull Manufacturing LLC
- DuBois Central Catholic with Atlas Pressed Metals
- Smethport with American Refining Group Inc.
- St. Marys Middle School with Gasbarre Inc. Sinterite Furnace Division
- Coudersport Jr./Sr. High School with Mountain Woodworks LLC
- Cameron County Jr./Sr. High School with Embassy Powdered Metals Inc.
Throughout the fall, students will begin learning about their assigned companies and start the process of creating their videos, giving them a unique opportunity to explore the world of manufacturing firsthand.
Each team will work closely with their partnered company to highlight the skills, processes and technologies that make modern manufacturing “cool.”
Voting for the Viewer’s Choice Award will take place from Feb. 5-7, where the community can cast votes online for their favorite videos. Details on how to participate in voting will be announced closer to the date.
The contest will culminate in a Manufacturing Expo and Awards Ceremony on March 20, held at The Red Fern in Kersey, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. During the ceremony, awards will be presented to the top teams, including the coveted Viewer’s Choice Award.
Colleen Prechtl, project coordinator for Workforce Solutions, highlighted the importance of the contest: “This is an incredible opportunity for students to dive into the world of manufacturing, gaining valuable insights and sparking their interest in high-demand careers. We are thrilled to see so many local companies supporting this effort and sharing their stories.”
If you would like your school to participate in this contest or for more information about the contest and updates on the voting process, please visit www.workforcesolutionspa.com or contact at 814-245-1835.
WSCM is funded in whole or in part by federal funds. For more detailed information, visit: Workforce Solutions Stevens Amendment as well as our generous sponsors which include: Gasbarre Products Inc., Penn Pallet, Inc., Miller Fabrication Solutions,, Beverage-Air Corporation, Domtar Corporations, Zippo Manufacturing Company, W.R. Case and FAMCO Service and Machine Company.
Workforce Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and aervices are available to individuals with disabilities.