Presidential Scholarship Award Won By MBIT Students From Central Bucks

JAMISON, PA ? Two students from the Middle Bucks Institute of Technology (MBIT) - Susan Suber and Kaiya Crowley - have been recognized as recipients of the prestigious U.S. Presidential Scholarship Award.

Their achievements were celebrated at the February Executive Council meeting, where they were honored by board members and MBIT administration. With only five presidential scholars in Pennsylvania, MBIT is extremely proud to have two of them.

As Presidential Scholars, Suber, a Central Bucks East student enrolled in the construction carpentry program, and Crowley, a Central Bucks West student enrolled as a multimedia student, exemplify excellence in career and technical education, said MBIT leaders. Their hard work, leadership, and commitment to their respective fields have earned them the distinguished recognition.

?We are incredibly proud of Susan and Kaiya for their dedication and achievements,? said Dr. Mark Covelle, administrative director at MBIT. ?These two students represent the best career and technical education has to offer: technical skills, high quality academics, and incredible leadership. This recognition highlights their hard work and the high level of excellence that our students achieve in their career and technical education.?

The U.S. Presidential Scholarship is one of the highest honors for students in the nation, recognizing academic success, leadership, and contributions to their school and community. MBIT remains committed to providing students with opportunities to excel in both their educational and career pathways.

?This is such an honor to have been selected and it would not have been possible without the hard work and dedication from the staff at MBIT who have made this possible, along with those around me you have helped to shape me to be the person who I am today. Thank you to those who have made it possible for me to receive such an honor,? said Suber.

?It is an honor to be recognized among the state?s best career and technical students and to represent MBIT. I attribute the many opportunities I?ve had here to the incredible staff, teachers, and peers who have pushed me to expand my education,? said Crowley.

The accolades further solidify the school's reputation as an essential institution in shaping the future workforce of Bucks County and beyond, said Covelle.

Middle Bucks Institute of Technology offers innovative, rigorous, and highly relevant career and technical education programs designed to prepare high school students for a diverse array of high-wage, high-skill, and in-demand careers. With 21 career pathways, MBIT?s programs are tailored to equip students with the skills needed for Pennsylvania?s critical industries.

Through hands-on, real-world training, students have the opportunity to earn industry certifications and post-secondary credits, giving them a head start on their career paths. MBIT serves students in grades 10-12 from the Centennial, Central Bucks, Council Rock, and New Hope-Solebury School Districts.