Seneca Highland Career and Technical Center Students Secure Industry-Recognized Networking Certifications

Seneca Highland Career and Technical Center (SHCTC) is proud to announce that several students in Mr. Bryant’s networking class have successfully earned prestigious industry certifications, marking a significant milestone in their technical education and career readiness.

The participating students worked to earn the Ascend Education 1201 and 1202 certificates. Learners who successfully mastered both curriculums were awarded the Ascend A+ certification. Notably, this certification is recognized by the Pennsylvania Department of Education as an approved pathway toward high school graduation requirements, highlighting the academic and professional rigor of the program.

“We are incredibly proud of these students for their dedication to mastering complex networking concepts,” said Mr. Bryant. “Earning these certifications gives them a competitive edge as they prepare to enter the workforce or pursue higher education in the technology sector.”

Class of Certified Achievers

The following students have been recognized for their accomplishments:

  • Port Allegany School District (PASD): Blake Lloyd (12th), Maximos McGarvey (12th), and CJ Bridenbaker (12th).
  • Kane Area School District (KASD): Nickolas Williams (10th) and Aaron Warofka (10th).
  • Otto-Eldred School District (OESD): Stephen Grinolds (11th) and Richard Wojcik (12th).
  • Smethport Area School District (SASD): Ayden Blair (12th), Victor Earle III (12th), Sayge Clouser (10th), Cordell Baker (11th), Daryl Love (11th), Timothy Green (11th), Matthew Morris (11th), and Aiden Collins (11th).
  • Austin Area School District: Vance Hulick (10th).
  • Northern Potter School District (NPSD): Ean Gertzen (12th).

The SHCTC continues to provide students with hands-on opportunities to gain valuable, real-world credentials in high-demand technical fields. Students interested in the Networking program or other technical certifications are encouraged to speak with their school counselor.

About Seneca Highland Career and Technical Center

SHCTC provides high-quality career and technical education to students in Cameron, Elk, McKean, and Potter Counties, equipping them with the skills and certifications necessary to succeed in the modern economy.

Students in Mr. Bryant’s networking class holding prestigious industry certifications
Ayden Blair, Ean Gertzen, Victor Earle III, Sayge Clouser, Cordell Baker, Daryl Love, Timothy Green, Matthew Morris (not pictured: Aiden Collins and Vance Hulick)
Students in Mr. Bryant’s networking class holding prestigious industry certifications
Blake LLoyd, Nickolas Williams, Aaron Warofka, Stephen Grinolds, Richard Wojcik, Maximos McGarvey, and CJ Bridenbaker