From press and staff reports
All second-year Automotive students at Kosciusko-Attala Career Tech Center have successfully passed their Maintenance, Lights, and Repair certification test, earning a 100% pass rate.
The certification measures students’ knowledge and hands-on skills in essential automotive systems, including electrical components, routine maintenance procedures, and basic vehicle repair. This accomplishment reflects the students’ dedication, technical training, and commitment to excellence throughout the program.
KACTC Automotive Instructor Alex Blanton has diligently prepared these students through dedicated instruction focused on industry-aligned standards and real-world expectations. By earning this certification, these students have taken an important step toward career readiness and increased employability in the automotive industry.
KACTC congratulates its second-year Automotive students and Mr. Blanton on this outstanding achievement. These outstanding students are Gage Steed, EJ Foster, Tychez Rimmer, Lane Tubby, Jermaine Harvey, Aryick Rockett, Derrell Canada, and James Granderson.