SkillsUSA Iowa

SkillsUSA Iowa SkillsUSA Iowa is a partnership of students, teachers, and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled work force.

Empowering the Future of Iowa’s Workforce, One Skilled Student at a Time. 💡🔧

We are America’s proud champion of the skilled trades, preparing students to become skilled professionals, career-ready leaders, and responsible community members.

Today is the day! Good luck to all of our competitors and state delegates as you proudly represent Iowa at the 2026 Nati...
06/02/2026

Today is the day!

Good luck to all of our competitors and state delegates as you proudly represent Iowa at the 2026 National Leadership & Skills Conference! Your hard work, dedication, leadership, and commitment to excellence have brought you to this moment, and we could not be prouder.

As you compete, lead, learn, and connect with members from across the nation, remember, you are representing not only your schools and communities, but the entire state of Iowa.

Go showcase your skills, make memories, and leave your mark. Iowa is cheering you on every step of the way!

SLSC 2026 ended with our closing ceremonies and presentation of medals. First off, thank you to Steve Hidden with Miller...
03/07/2026

SLSC 2026 ended with our closing ceremonies and presentation of medals. First off, thank you to Steve Hidden with Miller Electric for being our guest speaker for the closing ceremonies. Our 2026-2027 State Officer Team was announced. Congratulations to all who applied and were selected. And of course, we announced the winners of all 51 Competitions. Congratulations to everyone who medaled, and an extra congratulations to those who placed first and will represent Iowa at the National Level. Sadly, not everyone was able to participate in the medal ceremony due to weather conditions, but your hard work did not go unnoticed. Congratulations to everyone who attended SLSC 2026, and we hope to see you again next year!

The SkillsUSA Delegate session is now beginning! Great group of young professionals presenting themselves to the entire ...
03/06/2026

The SkillsUSA Delegate session is now beginning! Great group of young professionals presenting themselves to the entire state of Iowa SkillsUSA members!

What a busy morning we have had! We started off strong with welding competitions and additive manufacturing, along with ...
03/06/2026

What a busy morning we have had! We started off strong with welding competitions and additive manufacturing, along with firefighting and heavy diesel repair. We had a great turnout for our TECHSPO with 31 TECHSPO Vendors. We cannot thank them enough for being supporters of SkillsUSA Iowa. In just a few short hours, we start medaling champions, so stay tuned for more pictures!
Miller Welders , Inc Construction, Snyder Construction, Morton Buildings, Inc. WyoTech- Laramie Group, &W Electric Inc, Wells Enterprises Driller LLC, RJ Lawn and Landscape, -Tite Utility, STEAM, Educational Foundation, -West 3D Solutions, The NAPA Network Architects, Iowa Community College, Western Illinois University Pulley & Idler, Global, Equipment, , College, Hills Community College, Pella Windows and Doors Iowa Lakes Community College Community College, Auto, Motor Truck Association,

What a fun and packed day we had!! We started the morning with the opening ceremonies presented to us by our State Offic...
03/06/2026

What a fun and packed day we had!! We started the morning with the opening ceremonies presented to us by our State Officer Team. Our guest speaker was Stephanie Hoffman from Miller Electric. Our 2026 Advisor of the Year was announced. Congratulations to Ben Applegate from Waverly Shell Rock. Our outstanding chapters were recognized as well. We had many competitions taking place throughout the day, from Job Interviews and Pin Design to Welding and CSI. We look forward to many more competitions and fun tomorrow!

We are just a few hours away from the official start of SLSC 2026! Today was spent preparing for the arrival of students...
03/05/2026

We are just a few hours away from the official start of SLSC 2026! Today was spent preparing for the arrival of students, advisors, and vendors, and the excitement is building. We are thrilled to welcome you to our slightly new location—the Varied Industries Building at the Iowa State Fairgrounds. We can’t wait to kick things off tomorrow morning with registration beginning at 7:00 a.m., followed by our opening ceremony at 9:00 a.m., officially marking the start of competition. Get some rest tonight—tomorrow, we Champion Your Future!

Miller® and Hobart® Filler Metals are championing the future of skilled trades – and that includes investing directly in...
03/04/2026

Miller® and Hobart® Filler Metals are championing the future of skilled trades – and that includes investing directly in instructors.

The upcoming Miller® Instructor Conference delivers hand-on training, ready-to-use classroom tools, and proven teaching strategies designed to elevate your welding program.

Spots are limited – don’t miss the opportunity to connect with fellow educators and bring real-world projects back to your students. bit.ly/3OLGwBe

A huge shoutout to our AMAZING sponsors! From our dedicated SLSC sponsors to our outstanding TECHSPO sponsors, none of t...
03/02/2026

A huge shoutout to our AMAZING sponsors! From our dedicated SLSC sponsors to our outstanding TECHSPO sponsors, none of this would be possible without their generosity and support. Their commitment helps make SLSC 2026 a meaningful experience for our students. Please take a moment to thank these incredible businesses for investing in the future of our organization—and our students.

Miller® and Hobart® Filler Metals are committed to advancing welding education at every level.Through industry-leading e...
02/27/2026

Miller® and Hobart® Filler Metals are committed to advancing welding education at every level.

Through industry-leading equipment, Education Pricing Programs, and free online curriculum, they equip instructors to build real-world skills – and empower the next generation of welders.

Build tomorrow’s workforce with proven tools and curriculum designed for educators. bit.ly/3MwqCtX

Friday is the last day for submitting Professional Development Tests, Technical Assessments, Resumes, and State Officer ...
02/25/2026

Friday is the last day for submitting Professional Development Tests, Technical Assessments, Resumes, and State Officer Applications. Please get these turned in as soon as possible. Remember that ALL competitors need a Resume. If you are having trouble submitting, please reach out. It’s also not too late to submit your State Officer Application, so encourage your students to apply! We can’t wait to see you in just one short week!

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