This past weekend, students from Channelview ISD’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) Department competed in the Annual SkillsUSA State Competition, delivering a truly historic and record-breaking performance. Channelview Falcon students achieved an unprecedented milestone by earning three Best in Show awards for the State of Texas, along with nineteen First Place Superior blue ribbons and one Second Place Excellence ribbon—making this one of the most successful competitions in district history.
Best in Show – State of Texas
Dave Rodriguez – Automotive Technology (1st year competing)
Savannha Balderas – Automotive Technology (2nd year competing)
Edgar Tristan – Automotive Technology (4th year competing)
First Place Superior – Automotive Technology
Selena Curry, Briana Portillo, Marisol Muniz,SavannhaBalderas, Adan Montemayor, Juan Salinas, Angel Solis, Austin Guidry, Dave Rodriguez, Sebastian Lara, Isaac Castaneda, Brian Diosdado, Edgar Tristan
First Place Superior – Culinary Arts (Team)
Lucas Valencia, Kevin Espinosa, Valeria Flores
First Place Superior – Engineering
Aiden Cardenas, Milton Gonzalez, Angel Solis
Second Place Excellence – Engineering
Heriberto Garza De Leon
Special Recognition – Edgar Tristan
A special recognition is proudly awarded to Edgar Tristan for making Channelview history. Edgar is the first student ever to earn Best in Show at the State of Texas twice—once as a freshman and again as a senior. This extraordinary accomplishment establishes him as the most accomplished competitor in Channelview ISD history.
Throughout his high school career, Edgar has earned:
2 Best in Show State Titles
3 First Place Superior Ribbons
1 Second Place Excellence Ribbon
In addition to his competitive success, Edgar serves as the sitting President of the Channelview ISD National Technical Honor Society, representing the district with leadership, integrity, and excellence. His dedication and consistency have set a new standard for future competitors and embody the very best of Channelview ISD.
This record-setting achievement reflects the hard work, discipline, and commitment of our students, along with the unwavering support and guidance of our dedicated instructors:
Automotive Technology: Mr. Richard Stansel (District Lead SkillsUSA Advisor) and Mr. Patrick Preston
Culinary Arts: Chef Wilbert Perez and Chef Christian Gonzalez
Engineering: Ms. Jocely Guzman
Channelview ISD proudly celebrates the outstanding accomplishments of these students and educators, whose efforts continue to elevate the standard of excellence across all CTE programs.