Cosmo McIntosh, a recent graduate of the Saugerties Central School District who
completed the Ulster BOCES Small Engine Mechanics Repair program, earned third place in the
Motorcycle Technician category at the SkillsUSA national competition. The event, which was held from June 24-28, took place at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. 

This achievement follows McIntosh’s first-place win at the New York State SkillsUSA competition at the Syracuse Fairgrounds this spring, where the young professional competed against thousands of students from more than 60 high schools throughout the State. At the national level, McIntosh
surpassed numerous state champions from across the United States.

Ulster BOCES Career & Technical Center Principal Joseph Salamone expressed his congratulations by saying, “This is a fantastic achievement, showcasing Cosmo's dedication, hard work, and expertise in the field. We know this is just the beginning of many more successes to come.”

The SkillsUSA national competition is a premier showcase of America’s most highly skilled career and technical education students. The philosophy behind the SkillsUSA championships is to reward
students for excellence, involve industry professionals in evaluating student performance, and ensure that classroom training remains relevant to employers’ needs.

SkillsUSA, with more than 300,000 members nationwide, promotes technical expertise, skills, and
leadership. At Ulster BOCES, a so-called total participation school, and every young professional enrolled in Career Pathways programs is a SkillsUSA member and can participate in various activities without facing cost barriers. Ulster BOCES earned this special designation due to its commitment to ensuring that all of its young professionals have equal opportunities to build their skills and their confidence in the workforce.