SHAUN KITTRELL

 Automotive Technology Teacher at Silver Valley High School 

"One of the best examples of Mr. Kittrell's impact is our student-built Class 11 race car. Under his guidance, Silver Valley High School students took what they were learning in the automotive shop and applied those skills to building a vehicle capable of competing in an actual off-road racing environment. The project required students to work collaboratively, troubleshoot problems, fabricate and assemble components, and understand the importance of safety, precision, reliability, and preparation.

The experience culminated with our Class 11 car racing at King of the Hammers (KOH). For our students to see a vehicle they helped build compete at an event of that magnitude was an incredible experience. More importantly, the project transformed classroom learning into an authentic industry experience. Students were not simply learning automotive concepts—they were applying those concepts to a real vehicle with a real purpose and seeing the results of their work firsthand.

What makes Mr. Kittrell especially deserving of recognition is his commitment to creating opportunities like this for students at our small, rural high school. He understands that a strong CTE program can provide students with a direct connection between what they learn in school and a future career. He continually works to strengthen our Automotive pathway, improve the equipment and experiences available to students, and ensure instruction reflects the skills and expectations students will encounter in today's automotive workforce."

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