Salem Career Technical Initiative Graduates 41 Students in Winter/Spring Automotive, Sustainable Building and OSW
STI enjoys largest graduating class with 41 certifications
SALEM (June 23, 2025) – The Salem Career Technical Initiative, an adult education program at Salem High School, celebrated its fifth graduating class Friday, May 9, 2025, in a ceremony at the Salem High School IMC Library.
The Salem CTI awarded Sustainable Building and OSW and Automotive Technology entry-level certifications to 41 students – 31 in Sustainable Building and 10 in Automotive Technology – each of whom completed the 12-week, 5-9 p.m. daily program at no cost.
Celebrating its fifth graduating class, the Salem CTI program enrollment has grown to 102 graduates in Automotive Technology, Sustainable Building and Building and Property Maintenance since its launch in September 2023.
Automotive Technology graduates earned entry level Toyota Technician certification as well as certification in Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10 standards; Hot Works fire safety; Red Cross First Aid; cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR); and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use. They were also presented with $300 worth of the necessary tools, a full uniform and boots to begin work immediately.
Sustainable Building and OSW graduates earned certification in OSHA 30 standards and Hot Works fire safety, as well as Red Cross First Aid, CPR and AED use. They were also presented with a 100-piece homeowner’s startup toolkit, a DeWalt cordless drill, Carhartt boots, a hard hat and other accessories.
As in previous cohorts, CTI programming included mock interview training as well as instruction on resume and cover letter writing.
Salem’s CTI program aligns with the District Strategic Plan’s four core priorities: elevating learning, empowering educators, prioritizing belonging and strengthening the foundation of the district.
The CTI Spring Class of 2025 included:
Sustainable Building & Offshore Wind
- Ricardo Aguasviva Baez
- Leonel Alfaro
- Fritzner Bazelais
- Richard Bazelais
- Will Berthold
- Yvener Cadestin
- Richard Castillo
- Anthony Cedeno
- Katiana Celestin
- Lousiner Cyril
- Dydson Decilias
- Wilander Duvelus
- Velgens Develus
- Franklin Garcoa Ramirez
- Abraham Gonzalez Duarte
- Khalid Khalfane
- Joel Pierre Louis
- Migule Mendez
- Herodza Mondestin
- Denys Monge
- Kenia Morales
- Michael Morasin
- Pierre Pyrhus
- Mosa Rezaie
- Javier Rincon
- Catherine Robuste
- Mario Santiago
- Guiliane Thomas
- Marclaisse Vastey
- Carlos Vidal
- Marc Roderick Ylisse
Automotive Technology
- Own Cawthron
- Lucas Chan
- Spencer Gagnon
- Luis Garcia
- Carfrin Gonzalez
- Rodrigo Iregui Gutierrez
- Logan Morley
- Said Salmi
- Ryan Theriault
- Gabiel Lora Vinier
Salem CTI’s Spring 2025 12-week cohorts in both Sustainable Building and Technology and Automotive Technology began Monday, Jan. 20 and ran through Thursday, May 1.
About Salem Career Technical Initiative
Salem Technical High School is committed to bridging the skills gap in the workforce. As a grant-funded initiative, our focus is on two key areas of local demand: automotive technology and building/property maintenance with a specialization in green insulation technology. Our mission is to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge needed in these critical sectors. Through our targeted programs, we aim to address the growing need for skilled automotive technicians and experts in sustainable building practices. Our approach combines practical, hands-on learning with theoretical knowledge, ensuring our graduates are well-prepared to meet the challenges of their chosen fields. By fostering a supportive and dynamic learning environment, we are dedicated to helping each student achieve their full potential.
About Salem Public Schools
Salem Public Schools is an urban public school district in Salem, Massachusetts. Salem is a small, diverse city with a proud maritime and immigrant history. Our leaders and our teachers are all passionate about education and understand the urgency of improving student achievement with equity and social-emotional needs as the lens we view all of our work through. We respect and value the racial, cultural, and linguistic diversity of our students and their families, and have a strong commitment to the Salem community. Salem Public Schools staff serve all of our students, regardless of ability or language. Salem Public Schools enrolls approximately 4,000 students across its eleven schools.
