Our New Officers for 2026-2027

PRESIDENT - Paige Roberts is a junior at C.G.May

Boces where I study cosmetology. As a 2026-2027

NYSSkillsUSA Officer, I look forward to representing

career and technical education students and

encouraging leadership throughout the state. An

Essential Element of the SkillisUSA Framework that

stands out to me is Teamwork, because without the

collaboration of a team, not much can be

accomplished. Teamwork teaches you how to be

open-minded, listen to others' opinions, and to be

able to accept change and find a mutual

understanding. Through involvement in SkillsUSA, I

hope to continue developing leadership skills while

making a positive impact on others.

SECRETARY - Isabella Burton is a student at

Herkimer BOCES where I study Cosmetology. As a

2026-2027 NYSSkillsUSA State Officer, I am proud

to represent CTE students and share my passion

for creativity and confidence through my work. My

favorite SkillsUSA Framework Essential Element is

Teamwork, because I believe that teamwork is built

on trust, accountability, and a shared commitment

to one another. Through SkillsUSA, I hope to

encourage others to create strong teams, and

successful organizations by understanding the

SkillsUSA framework.

TREASURER - Kaleb Baldwin is a junior at

Wswhe Southern Adirondack Education Center

BOCES and I take the Culinary Arts and

Hospitality class. As a State Officer for the 2026-

2027 school year I know that I must make an

impression not only for myself but for NYSSkills

USA. My favorite Essential Element is

communication. With working in the kitchen I

realize that communication is key for success,

hard workers should speak clearly and

effectively. I believe that communication is

listening and being able to understand others

struggles that are going on around him.

PARLIAMENTARIAN - Grace Deal is a senior at

Oneida Herkimer Madison BOCES where I am in the

Health Explorations program. As a newly elected NYS

SkillsUSA State Officer for the 2026-2027 school year

I am thrilled to represent New York State. I am

excited about the opportunity to meet new people

and work at spreading positivity and excitement

about SkillsUSA. I plan to focus on increasing

membership within my chapter and showing them

what Skills USA really is. With the SkillsUSA

Framework in mind, my favorite essential element is

Responsibility. I want to be a voice for those who feel

they are not heard.

REPORTER - Brooke Dunkelberger is a student

in the Allied Health program at her local CTE

center. As an active member of SkillsUSA I am

dedicated to championing career and technical

education. My favorite SkillsUSA Framework

Essential Element is adaptability, I believe it is

essential for success in the healthcare field. I am

committed to growing my personal, workplace,

and technical skills and making a positive impact

through my involvement and role in SkillsUSA.

HISTORIAN - Madelyn Danaher is a junior at

Robert H. Gibson Technical Center where I study

Criminal Justice. As a NYSSkillsUSA Officer, I am

excited to help promote the goals of SkillsUSA

across the state, reaching as many students as

possible. My favorite SkillsUSA Framework

Essential Element is self motivation because it

not only benefits students in a personal manner,

but it provides a foundation for leadership.

Through SkillsUSA, I hope to spread the Essential

Elements to help foster confidence among

students.

AREA I VP - Alana Frank is a junior at WEMOCO

Career and Technical Education Center (Monroe 2-

Orleans BOCES), where I study Dental Assisting. As a

2026-2027 Area 1 NYSSkillsUSA Officer, I am

intrigued to represent CTE students across the state

and help promote student leadership. My favorite

SkillsUSA Framework Essential Element is Self-

Motivation because I believe strong leaders must be

able to maintain momentum through challenges,

enhance productivity, and model resilience for their

teams. I hope to grow as a leader while helping other

students find their voice through SkillsUSA.

AREA II VP - Rhiannah DeVoe is a high school student

from Adirondack High School with a strong interest in

leadership, career and technical education, and

SkillsUSA. As I work toward serving as a SkillsUSA state

officer during my senior year, I hope to help promote

SkillsUSA and encourage more students to get

involved. I am active in my school community through

clubs, leadership opportunities, and varsity soccer. I

balance my academics, activities, and responsibilities

outside of school with commitment and determination.

I am interested in the medical field, especially

kinesiology and health sciences. Through SkillsUSA, I

hopes to continue growing as a leader while making a

positive impact on others.

AREA III VP - Skye Hodgson is a junior from

WSWHE BOCES Southern Adirondack Education

Center, where I am enrolled in the Culinary Arts

and Hospitality program. As NYSSkillsUSA Area III

Vice President, I am passionate about advocating

and helping create opportunities for growth,

leadership, and service for all members. My

favorite SkillsUSA Essential Element is Work Ethic,

because it is the foundation for achieving

success. I am committed to making sure every

chapter and member feels heard, supported, and

empowered to grow their skills.

AREA IV VP - Cameren Thibault-Edmonds is a Senior

at Ulster BOCES in Kingston, NY where he studies

Robotics & Advanced Manufacturing. As a NYSSkillsUSA

Officer, I plan to represent my Area IV the best way

possible – whether through nailing down issues my

area faces and/or creating solutions with the team,

maintaining a positive and mature attitude to

everything I do as part of SkillsUSA. My favorite

SkillsUSA Framework Essential Element is Teamwork.

Through SkillsUSA, I hope to create better

opportunities for all NYS schools, via fundraisers and

fairs to help spread awareness of SkillsUSA as an

organization, and help foster my area locally.

AREA V VP - Ekam Dhillon is a junior at the High

School For Construction Trades Engineering and

Architecture in Queens, New York where I study

Architecture. As a 2026-2027 NYSSkillsUSA Officer, I am

excited to encourage meaningful connections and

prepare students for leadership in the careers they

love. My favorite SkillsUSA essential element is

teamwork because it boosts productivity, reduces

individual stress, and in the wise words of spongebob,

“It’s better when you, plus me, equals we!” Through

leadership, I hope to grow by learning from the people

around me and gaining new experiences.

AREA VI VP - Halina Contreras is a junior at

Western Suffolk BOCES, where she studies

Dental Sidechair Assisting. As a 2026–2027 New

York State SkillsUSA Officer, I am excited to

represent students across the state and help

strengthen communication among members. My

favorite SkillsUSA Framework essential element

is Communication because I believe strong

communication is key to discovering true

leadership in others. I look forward to growing

alongside my peers and inspiring students to feel

confident speaking up.

Officer at Large Community Service - Bailey Douglas -

Is a junior at CV-TEC Plattsburgh and Ausable Valley

Central School, where she studies Education and Human

Services. As a 2026–2027 New York State SkillsUSA

Officer, I am honored to represent CTE students across

New York and am passionate about promoting kindness

and inclusivity within her school community and beyond.

My favorite SkillsUSA Framework Essential Element is

Integrity, I believe in staying true to oneself treating

others with honesty and respect. I look forward to

continuing to grow as a leader while empowering

students to find confidence in their voices!

Officer at Large Community Service - Jude Cabrera -

Is a junior at Harry B. Ward Tech BOCES, where I have

been studying Clinical Medical Assisting. As a

NYSSkillsUSA Officer, I am passionate about making a

change in the community, helping others find their

voice, and promoting leadership among students and

peers. My favourite SkillsUSA Framework Essential

Element is Adaptability/Flexibility because I believe in

being able to problem-solve promptly, rise above

challenges, and be prepared for the unknown. Jude

hopes to grow as a leader, team player and help others

achieve their goals.