The SkillsUSA Rhode Island State Leadership and Skills Conference is our culminating event of the year,

bringing together students, advisors, and industry partners from across the state. This dynamic conference celebrates career and technical education students who excel in their chosen fields and highlights the leadership development opportunities that are central to the SkillsUSA experience.

Participants demonstrate their talents, compete for top honors, and receive valuable feedback from industry professionals. At our Closing Awards Ceremony, we recognize the hard work and accomplishments of all participants, with gold, silver and bronze medals awarded on center stage to the top three students in each competition.

Our Gold medalists earn the honor of representing Rhode Island at the National Leadership and Skills Conference, where they compete on the national stage among the best students from across the country.