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Ten exceptional students from PSJA ISD have been recognized for their accomplishments in the Methodist Healthcare Ministries Grant Internship Program. These students have made significant contributions to the community while gaining valuable skills through hands-on training and paid internships. With opportunities in fields like cybersecurity and digital technology, the program is paving the way for their future careers. Notable participants have demonstrated outstanding commitment, clocking in impressive hours of service, and they are being celebrated as future leaders in their community.
Texas – The Pharr City Commission recently honored ten exceptional students from Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District (PSJA ISD) who successfully completed the Methodist Healthcare Ministries Grant Internship Program. This program, aimed at enhancing students’ educational pathways and career readiness, was funded by Methodist Healthcare Ministries of South Texas, Inc. The recognition ceremony highlighted the students’ accomplishments and commitment to developing skills relevant to high-demand fields in cybersecurity and digital technology.
The ten PSJA ISD students who received certificates of completion for the internship program are: Jesus Alejandro Serna, Gavin Trevino, Hector A. Arriaga, Miguel Mendez, Jose Cantu, Miguel A. Aviles, Diego Naranjo, Orlando Robles, Yan Lucka Barajas, and Damian Rivera. During a special presentation, city officials acknowledged the hard work and dedication demonstrated by these students in their internship experiences.
This year marked a significant expansion of the program, with participants serving as paid interns and engaging in a cybersecurity certificate program at South Texas College. Students were trained in various capacities, including as Digital Navigators, which involved hands-on training in digital literacy. The initiative is designed to provide students not only with work experience but also the necessary certifications that can lead to employment in a competitive job market.
Highlighting their exceptional dedication, three students received special recognition for exceeding a substantial number of internship hours. Hector Arriaga completed an impressive total of 863 hours; Miguel Mendez logged 807 hours, while Josue Serna contributed 786 hours to the program. This level of commitment signifies the students’ ambition toward career development and their readiness to meet workforce demands.
City officials expressed gratitude toward PSJA ISD for their collaboration in making this program possible. The city’s dedication to fostering educational development aligns with its objective to promote workforce development initiatives in the region. The internship program is noted as the first of its kind in both the region and the state, setting a precedent for future educational initiatives focused on career readiness.
The overarching goal of the Methodist Healthcare Ministries Grant Internship Program is to create sustainable pathways that enhance student involvement in high-demand sectors. Participants not only earn college credits through their internships but also acquire essential certifications, equipping them with practical skills necessary for the workforce. The collaborative effort underscores the commitment of both Pharr city officials and educational institutions to students’ success.
Pharr proudly celebrates the accomplishments of these interns, who balanced academic excellence alongside real-world experience. The internship program is part of a broader initiative aimed at ensuring students are prepared for the challenges of modern job markets, specifically in fields like cybersecurity and digital technology, where skilled labor is highly sought-after.
The recognition of these students reflects the community’s investment in their future, reinforcing the importance of educational support and career development in preparing upcoming generations for success. As the program continues to grow, it is expected to provide more opportunities for students to engage in valuable work experiences that position them advantageously in their future careers.
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