TechForce, NTHS award two scholarships for technical education
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TechForce Foundation and the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) have awarded two students with $2,500 scholarships to help fund their technical education.
Nicholas Sinotte is a student at Lakes Region Community College, and Dylan Powell is a student at Itawamba Community College. They both started trade school this fall, are NTHS members, and participate in the TechForce Network.
“Students like Dylan and Nicholas see the opportunities in a technician career, and we are proud to help them achieve their goals,” says Jennifer Maher, TechForce Foundation CEO. “TechForce Foundation is solving the disconnect between emerging talent and industry needs, starting with technicians. Our nonprofit-to-nonprofit partnership with NTHS brings us closer to realizing that vision. Together we are connecting more students than ever to the TechForce workforce platform, designed to connect industry and education in real, measurable ways.”
The release says that their involvement and passion for technical education helped them stand out amongst their peers.
“I am working toward a college degree and certifications in both automotive and marine technology,” says Nicholas Sinotte in a press release. “My family’s finances are limited… this scholarship provides critical support as I work toward that goal. This scholarship brings me one step closer to that future, and I am truly grateful.”
Powell has taken classes or worked in construction, painting, and welding, and interned with an electrical engineer.
“The most fun of these was definitely manufacturing… When it came time to pick a career pathway, industrial maintenance is the only thing I felt I would enjoy,” Powell says in the release. “I am excited for the hands-on work and challenging, new skills I will learn.”
The scholarship is funded by NTHS and administered by TechForce. It was created in May 2025 to celebrate the nonprofits’ partnership.
“At NTHS, we’re proud to recognize the brilliantly skilled students in Career & Technical Education who are building not only their own futures but the foundation of our workforce and communities,” said Peyton Holland, NTHS executive director. “Partnering with TechForce Foundation allows us to celebrate and support outstanding students like Dylan and Nicholas, who are pursuing challenging, high-demand careers with passion and purpose. Together, we’re elevating the profile of technical education and expanding opportunities for CTE students nationwide.”
The collaboration aims to connect students to combined educational resources, including training content, scholarships and grants, industry connections, and career opportunities. More information is available at NTHS.org/techforce.
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Nicholas Sinotte and Dylan Powell have been awarded TechForce Foundation and the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) scholarships. Photos courtesy of TechForce.
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