GOODLAND, KS (04/11/2025 ) — Fort Hays Tech | Northwest proudly participated in the 2025 NC3 National CTE Letter of Intent Signing Day, joining hundreds of schools across the country in honoring students who have committed to their future through career and technical education.
In a ceremony held on campus, students signed their official letters of intent to attend Fort Hays Tech | NW this fall, taking the next big step toward meaningful careers in skilled trades, health sciences, and applied technologies.
“Our students are choosing a future built on purpose, passion, and a commitment to excellence,” Jason Showalter, Vice President of Student & Academic Advancement. “We’re proud to welcome them to Fort Hays Tech | Northwest and celebrate their decision to invest in themselves and their communities through hands-on, high-demand career training.”
This national signing day mirrors the excitement of athletic signings, placing a spotlight on students pursuing technical education and recognizing the vital role these careers play in strengthening the American workforce.
NC3 (National Coalition of Certification Centers) organizes the annual event in partnership with industry leaders, highlighting the importance of certifications and skilled workforce development.
Fort Hays Tech | NW is proud to support students from across the region, as they step into programs designed to launch futures and power industries. “Where futures are built,” starts here.
Congratulations to the students who participated that will be attending Fort Hays Tech | Northwest in the Fall:
Wyatt |
Arntt |
Goodland |
KS |
KANSAS INSTITUTE OF DIESEL TECHNOLOGY |
Hugo |
Flores |
Burlington |
CO |
KANSAS INSTITUTE OF DIESEL TECHNOLOGY |
Faith |
Glasco |
Bird City |
KS |
COSMETOLOGY |
Lars |
Grahn |
Vilas |
CO |
KANSAS INSTITUTE OF DIESEL TECHNOLOGY |
Lindsay |
Henggeler |
Woodland Park |
CO |
COSMETOLOGY |
Deagon |
Herl |
Hoxie |
KS |
ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY |
Adriano |
Herrera |
Garden City |
KS |
KANSAS INSTITUTE OF DIESEL TECHNOLOGY |
Daniel |
Huston |
Vilas |
CO |
COMPUTER GRAPHICS TECHNOLOGY |
Xavier |
Jackson |
Goodland |
KS |
PLUMBING |
Patrick |
Johnson |
Grinnell |
KS |
KANSAS INSTITUTE OF DIESEL TECHNOLOGY |
Riley |
Klinzmann |
St. Francis |
KS |
ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY |
Aurora |
Licano |
Lamar |
CO |
CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION |
Rivver |
Long |
Stockton |
KS |
WELDING |
Ty |
Mari |
Kirk |
CO |
KANSAS INSTITUTE OF DIESEL TECHNOLOGY |
Alejandro |
Martinez |
Oakley |
KS |
ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY |
Samuel |
McCune |
Plainville |
KS |
PRECISION AGRICULTURE TECHNOLOGY |
Mahra |
Padgett |
Saint Francis |
KS |
MEDICAL ASSISTANT |
Barrett |
Schlosser |
Goodland |
KS |
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY |
Michael |
Smith |
Tribune |
KS |
WELDING |
Devan |
Soukup |
Garden City |
KS |
KANSAS INSTITUTE OF DIESEL TECHNOLOGY |
Zach |
Thorson |
Goodland |
KS |
ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY |
Hadassah |
Waak |
Woodland Park |
CO |
CHILD CARE SPECIALIST |
Ethan |
Weinman |
Colby |
KS |
WELDING |
Kyler |
Wilcox |
Tribune |
KS |
KANSAS INSTITUTE OF DIESEL TECHNOLOGY |
Caleb |
Beisner |
Oberlin |
KS |
WELDING |
Dwayne |
Martinez |
Garden City |
KS |
ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY |
For more information about NC3 National Signing Day visit: https://nc3.net/signingday/about-the-event/