Three South Pasadena High School SkillsUSA Students Earn National Statesman Awards

South Pasadena Unified School District congratulates Eliot Kwon, Pei-Chen Ng, and Colette Tam, who each earned a SkillsUSA National Statesman Award during the organization’s Washington Leadership Training Institute held September 20-24, 2025, in Washington D.C. The National Statesman Award is given to students who demonstrate strong SkillsUSA knowledge, civic awareness, and the ability to articulate their career and technical education (CTE) experiences.

To be eligible for the award, students complete coursework and certifications before attending the training institute. While in-person, they engage in a variety of sessions, trainings, and panels before culminating with a personal interview in which students describe their CTE program and how it has prepared them for the future and discuss their personal career goals. Students representing nearly 30 states earned the award this year.

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About South Pasadena Unified School District

Established in 1886, the South Pasadena Unified School District (SPUSD) serves approximately 4,700 students within five schools including three elementary schools, one middle school and one comprehensive high school in South Pasadena, California. Nestled in the West San Gabriel Valley, SPUSD has earned a reputation for providing high quality public education, attracting families who value challenging academic programs and outstanding teachers. Consistently recognized for superior performance, SPUSD students earn honors at the local, state and national level. The District draws vital support from parents and community members through the South Pasadena Educational Foundation, local PTAs and booster clubs.

For more information, contact: South Pasadena Unified School District, Office of the Superintendent, scarroll@spusd.net.