Ponca City, OK – Pioneer Technology Center’s Precision Machining program has received a $20,000 grant from the Gene Haas Foundation which will help strengthen opportunities for students pursuing advanced manufacturing careers. The funding will support student scholarships, industry competitions, and continued workforce skill development in CNC machining.
The Gene Haas Foundation focuses on expanding education in manufacturing technologies, particularly Computer Numerical Control machining (CNC), and also contributes to local initiatives that enhance quality of life within communities. Students and staff gathered with representatives from the Foundation for the check presentation.
Pictured are Bryce Redford of Red Rock, Keaton Tedrow of Ponca City, Jacob Merhoff of Newkirk, and James Younger of Blackwell in the back row. The front row includes Instructor Morgan Lesemann; Chris Stallsworth with the Gene Haas Foundation; students Aidyn Phillips of Ponca City, Xavier Garcia of Ponca City, Xavier Bibbs of Ponca City, and Chaise Davisson of Ponca City; along with Superintendent/CEO Traci Thorpe and Instructional Director Kendra Knight.
Pioneer Technology Center expressed appreciation for the Foundation’s ongoing commitment to supporting manufacturing education and preparing students for high demand careers. For more information about Pioneer Tech’s Precision Machining program, visit www.pioneertech.edu or call 580-762-8336.
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