Ariana Reynoso of Colchester was only 7 years-old when her grandfather enlisted her help with a welding job on a tractor. “I was terrified, but I was also hooked.” That moment in time led her to enroll in SRC’s welding program as a dual credit student. This past May, she graduated job ready with a Basic Welding Certificate.
Ariana is no longer terrified by welding, and actually finds it calming. “It’s almost Zen-like.”
She plans to combine her passion for iron work with her passion for driving, and travel to wherever the jobs are. “I love driving and have already visited 27 states. I can talk to anyone and I make friends easily.”
A family member who had already completed SRC’s welding program—and who now works at PELLA—encouraged her to enroll. “I’m so glad I choose this program. Chuck Harris is an amazing instructor and makes it enjoyable. This class was my favorite part of the day, and I would encourage others who are interested to go for it!”
Ariana is one of the 13 dual credit students from Macomb and West Prairie high schools who completed the program. For more information about our welding program, visit Welding Program Information. For more information about our dual credit program for high school students, visit Dual Credit Information