Central Alabama Community College in Autauga County Hosts F.A.M.E. Student Signing Ceremony
Prattville, Autauga County, AL - Last week, Central Alabama Community College held itsofficial student signing ceremony for the Federation for Advanced ManufacturingEducation (F.A.M.E.) Program, bringing together students, industry partners,educators, families, and community leaders to celebrate the next generation ofAlabama’s skilled workforce.
The F.A.M.E. Program provides students with a unique “earnwhile you learn” opportunity that combines classroom instruction with hands-onindustry experience. Through partnerships with leading manufacturers andemployers across the region, students gain valuable technical training,real-world experience, and a direct pathway into high-demand careers inadvanced manufacturing and industrial automation.
Student s recognized during the signing ceremony included:
- James Hardie — Kenneth Pena, Marbury High School/ACTC Senior
- Kinedyne — Samual Steel Shephard, Autauga Academy 2025 Graduate & Current CACC Student
- International Paper — David Dolbear
- Coca-Cola Bottling Company United — Kelan Kimbro, Holtville High School Senior
- Premier Tech — Will Martin, Wetumpka High School/ECTC Senior
- STERIS — Michael Mosley, Navy Military Veteran
- International Paper — David Dolbear
Programs like F.A.M.E. play a critical role in strengtheningthe workforce pipeline throughout Central Alabama by connecting studentsdirectly with local industry partners while preparing them for long-term careersuccess. The program also supports regional economic development efforts byhelping industries develop and retain a highly skilled workforce close to home.
Autauga County is proud to support workforce developmentinitiatives that create opportunities for students, strengthen partnershipswith industry, and help ensure the long-term success of our communities andlocal economy.
Congratulations to all the students recognized during thisyear’s signing ceremony as they begin this exciting next chapter in theireducational and professional journeys.
Industry Partners, F.A.M.E. Students and Central Alabama Community College (CACC) Leadership pictured below:
F.A.M.E. Students and CACC Leadership pictured below:
Below: James Hardie Recuitment Specialist Trammell DeJarnett with F.A.M.E. Student Kenneth Pena, Marbury High School/ACTC Senior
Below- Kinedyne Plant Manger Shane Tuck and Kinedyne Leadership with F.A.M.E. Student Samuel Steel Shephard, 2025 Autauga Academy graduate and current CACC Student
