More than $225,000 in scholarships went to 90 students at New Castle School of Trades during the school’s annual Scholarship Day on Wednesday, October 14. Support for this year’s awards came from America’s Trades Foundation, corporate sponsors, civic groups, and members of the local community.
These scholarships help NCST students cover the cost of their education as they work toward careers in the skilled trades. That support allows students to focus more fully on learning their trade and earning their credentials. With this year’s awards, Scholarship Day has recognized students with more than $700,000 in scholarships over the past five years. This was a $45,000 increase from the 2025 Scholarship Day.
“We are honored to gather with students, families, faculty, staff, industry partners, and community supporters who share a common belief: that education and skilled training can transform lives,” said Dennis Corrado, School Director. “Our deepest thanks go to America’s Trades Foundation and our partners throughout the region for investing in these students. Their support helps put quality training within reach and recognizes the commitment our students show in the classroom and the shop every day. Scholarship Day celebrates every recipient and the bright future of the skilled trades they will help build.”
The ceremony took place at NCST’s main campus, 4117 Pulaski Road, New Castle, PA 16101. The event was open to the public and brought together students, family members, faculty, staff, sponsors, and industry leaders.
About New Castle School of Trades
Since its founding in 1945, New Castle School of Trades (NCST) has become one of the leading trade schools in the Pennsylvania and Ohio area. For more than 80 years, NCST has trained students to become skilled technicians ready for today’s workforce. The school has campuses in New Castle, PA and East Liverpool, OH.
About America’s Trades Foundation
America’s Trades Foundation provides scholarship opportunities for students in the skilled trades. Its mission is to empower students with skilled trades education and training through charitable support. Its goal is to help advance futures and transform the region. America’s Trades Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit. To learn more, visit https://americastradesfoundation.org/.