Pioneer students show their skills at the 2024 Ohio Business Professionals of America State Leadership Conference
Ten students from Pioneer recently showcased their skills and commitment at the 2024 Ohio Business Professionals of America (BPA) State Leadership Conference (BPA SLC) held in Columbus on March 7th and 8th, 2024.
Seven students placed in the top ten in Ohio in their respective categories.
• Wesley Cleveland, a Senior in Cybersecurity placed eighth in Computer Security.
• Gaige Dishong, a Junior in IT Support from Northmor, placed seventh in Device Configuration and Troubleshooting.
• Em (Madox) Mccarthy, a Junior in IT Support from Lexington, placed seventh in Information Technology Concepts.
The remaining four students placed in the top five, securing a spot at the 2024 Business Professionals of America National Leadership Conference (BPA NLC) to be held from May 9th to May 14th, 2024, in Chicago, Illinois. These talented individuals include:
• Gabe Melvin, a
Senior in IT Support, placed fifth in Computer Network Technology.
• Jason Lambert, a Senior in Cybersecurity from Goal Digital Academy, placed fourth in Server Administration using Microsoft.
• Bradon Stidam, a Senior in Cybersecurity from Shelby City Schools, placed second in Server Administration using Microsoft.
• Brice Browning, a Senior in Cybersecurity from Celeryville Christian School, finished first in Computer Security. This achievement marks Brice’s second consecutive win in this contest at the state level. Brice is also the defending national champion in this contest.
Business Professionals of America is a CTSO (Career Technical Student Organization) for high school students preparing for careers in business, finance, management information systems, and other related fields. It provides students and members with invaluable skill development and the opportunity to make personal connections. Advisors Dan Foss and Fritz Fagan have been instrumental with this opportunity.