DeSoto County Schools Workforce Development
Celebrating Student Success in Manufacturing!
DeSoto County Schools is proud to recognize five outstanding juniors and seniors who have successfully earned their Certified Manufacturing Associate (CMfgA) credential! Through our partnership with AccelerateMS, these students completed 25 rigorous online training modules covering:
Safety & OSHA regulations
Blueprint reading & inspection
Robotics & CNC fundamentals
Lean manufacturing & 5S principles
Measurement, quality, and troubleshooting
By completing the full curriculum and earning this nationally recognized certification, these students have demonstrated initiative, discipline, and workforce readiness. The CMfgA credential signals to employers that they possess foundational skills for entry-level careers in high-demand manufacturing fields.
This achievement is a launch point for strong wages, career advancement, and long-term opportunity. Please join us in congratulating these five DeSoto County Schools students on setting the standard and leading the way for future cohorts!
*Congratulations to HHS Students: Justin Dela Cruz, Ethan Lebo, and Cory Hardin!