By NATE KING
Salina Post
One of the most exciting moments for high school student- athletes is the day of they sign the National Letter of Intent to play college sports. The event is usually attended by the students' families, friends, and coaches in order to help celebrate and congratulate the students on a job well done, and to wish them well on their future endeavors.
National Technical Signing Day mirrors the NCAA’s National Signing Day for students who commit to play sports in college. It is designed to recognize students who are entering a technical field, emphasizing the college’s commitment to help them gain the skills necessary to compete in high demand occupations.
Salina Area Technical College is one of nearly 100 technical colleges around the country participating in this nationwide event.
"It is a time for friends and family to celebrate that commitment and that day," said Brenda Guttierrez, executive director of the Salina Tech Foundation. "Also, we have our new Salina Tech bookstore located in the student success center where family can stop by and pick up Salina Tech apparel and more."
Signing day is open to post-secondary students who have applied for admission to Salina Tech for the Fall of 2023 before March 30, 2023.
Each student participating in signing day will be featured in the signing day event, receive free Salina Tech merchandise, and a $1,000 scholarship for the 2023-24 school year.
Participating students are asked to arrive at 9 a.m. to check in and be ready to start at 10 a.m.
Guttierrez noted that participating in signing day does not guarantee acceptance into a program. Applicants need to apply early to guarantee a spot in the program.
Call Salina Tech for more details at 785-309-3100 or email [email protected].