Samuel Brenton, Kansas State University student, opened the AYES Conference with the Lee Greenwood hit "Proud to Be an American", set to video. He recently graduated with a double major in Mechanical Engineering and Vocal Performance. After the Pledge of Allegiance, Brenton spoke of the impact an automotive teacher had on his life. Brenton had been home-schooled for most of his life, but at one point began to go to public school. His automotive teacher, Mr. Shoemaker, took the time to get to know him and he inspired Brenton to greatness in everything he did. He "helped me understant that manufacturing was my niche and encouraged me to get involved in SkilsUSA. I have been to the National SkillsUSA conference 5 times now and it is the highlight of each year. " From Mr. Shoemaker, I learned to never stop showing my passion. I urge you (meaning the instructors in attendance) to never stop showing us your passion. You have made an amazine impact on the lives of many. Your service leads to our success.
Tim Lawrence, of Skills USA had this to contribute, "You have students that you lift up and challenge and inspire every day. You truly inspire, you truly are the greatest people in this country that inspire students and move them along in life." At that point, a representative from Snap-on Tools presented a check for $83,000 to Skills USA for the student travel fund, to help develop student leadership across the country.
Tim Lawrence, of Skills USA had this to contribute, "You have students that you lift up and challenge and inspire every day. You truly inspire, you truly are the greatest people in this country that inspire students and move them along in life." At that point, a representative from Snap-on Tools presented a check for $83,000 to Skills USA for the student travel fund, to help develop student leadership across the country.
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