Cohort 4

REAGAN PHELPS

“This apprenticeship has taught me to be less afraid of making mistakes. Even if I mess up, it’s still progress, because I’ll know what not to do next time. I am incredibly thankful for this opportunity to work and grow as a person, and I’m sure I will benefit from it no matter what I pursue.”

School: Green County

Hobbies/Clubs: I’m involved in TSA and Beta Club. I enjoy creating art, playing video games, reading, and hiking.

Plans after Graduation: I plan to attend college. I’m currently unsure where or what for, but it will likely be computer science or art based.

BRODEN WOODRUFF

“I have been able to learn more about technology than I ever have been, gaining me new experiences and understanding of what we use in our everyday lives.”

School: Green County

Hobbies/Clubs: Media Club President, TSA Reporter, Sports Broadcaster for local radio. In my free time I like to write, play games, and work on motion graphics and graphic design.

Plans after Graduation: Attend WKU for Meteorology (Minor) and Broadcasting.

JAYLAN HOLLON

“This program has taught me more than any computer class my school has to offer and I am confident it will help me after I graduate.”

School: Breathitt County

Hobbies/Clubs: I participate in JROTC and Teen Advisory Board. I enjoy fishing and playing video games.

Plans after Graduation: I plan to attend EKU and obtain a Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems.

BENJAMIN HENSON

“This opportunity gave me a way to turn a field I was interested in and helped me map out a path towards a career in it. I have learned many lessons in this internship. Some came from the assignments while others came from the mentors. I have forged friendships and bonds with fellow interns as well as the staff and other school faculty. It has helped me feel more comfortable and confident because I know I have that support network at my side.”

“Opportunities are usually disguised as hard work, so most people don’t recognize them.” -Anne Landers

School: Breathitt County

Hobbies/Clubs: Clubs: Esports, FBLA. Hobbies: Building 3D print models

Plans after Graduation: I plan to continue on to Morehead State to further my education in computer information technology.

CONNOR STRONG

“This was a very good opportunity for me and all of the Dataseam students in Breathitt, helping
with learning more about tech and gaining the skills to become more informed about the technological world, it will help me in the future for knowing more about these things when I go to college to get a degree.”

School: Breathitt County

Hobbies/Clubs: I like to work, I like to bake, I like to play video games, I like to fish,
and I like to play basketball with my friends

Plans after Graduation: Go to college and get a degree

CARSON HILL

“Participating in the Dataseam apprenticeship program has been a transformative turning point for me. It has opened my eyes to the dynamic world of information technology through hands-on learning, practical project experience, and mentorship from seasoned professionals. Through this opportunity, I’ve not only gained cutting-edge technical skills and industry-standard certifications but also built a network of like-minded peers and industry experts who inspire innovation and continuous growth. I know that the experience and confidence I’ve developed here will pave the way for a fulfilling career in technology—equipping me to contribute to transformative solutions in IT and beyond.”

School: Webster County

Hobbies/Clubs: BETA club, Band (drums), 4-H (president), really like playing video
games

Plans after Graduation: Go straight into workforce with help from this apprenticeship

DELANEY SHUMATE

“I learned valuable skills such as, responsibility, work ethic.”

School: Webster County

Hobbies/Clubs: Powerlifting

Plans after Graduation: Join the U.S. military

RICKEY AIDEN MYNHIER

“The opportunities that this Apprenticeship has given me has been primarily work experience. With that experience, I have learnt to work in an environment that I will likely work in after graduation. The experience has also given me knowledge on how to work alongside peers and better understand how to take leadership when dealing with different scenarios.”

School: Lawrence County

Hobbies/Clubs: Aviation, Soccer, Tennis, Backpacking

Plans after Graduation: Colleges that I would like to attend are as included: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Eastern Kentucky University, and Marshall University. I plan to major in Aerospace to become a commercial pilot.

CHLOE HALL

“This opportunity will help me in many different ways in my future, from getting into college and allow me to use my skills I have learned during my apprenticeship in a workplace setting.”

School: Jenkins Independent School

Hobbies/Clubs: Clubs: Beta Club, Bible Club, STLP, First Robotics, Student Voice.
Hobbies: Golf, reading, and playing with my animals.

Plans after Graduation: I plan to go to the University of Kentucky or the University of Tennessee and receive a bachelors in a marketing.

CHRISTOPHER MEADE

“This apprenticeship has given me extraordinary knowledge about the technology world and assisted me in preparing for my future jobs and duties.”

School: Jenkins Independent School

Hobbies/Clubs: I love reading and studying (Church) history, working out, hanging
out with friends, and spending time with my peers in the technology department.

Plans after Graduation: I hope to go to college and I aim for a doctoral degree in Theology, even possibly seminary in the future.

ELIJA DUNBAR

“This apprenticeship allows me to gain valuable work experience that is required in many fields today.”

School: Dawson Springs

Hobbies/Clubs: I don’t do any clubs right now. I do like to play and develop video
games and other software. I also like to read One Piece.

Plans after Graduation: I plan to go to a university for a degree in cybersecurity.

COLTON CLARK

“I love this apprenticeship because I get to learn a lot of new skills that I would never have otherwise. It also has taught me the value of being organized and the many benefits that it brings.”

School: Dawson Springs

Hobbies/Clubs: I enjoyed playing my bass, learning how to ride my skateboard, and painting models. I also am a member of our cross-country team and plan to join the track and field team too. I am currently in NHS and the Beta Club.

Plans after Graduation: I want to study architecture or aviation maintenance after I graduate.

ESTELLA FOWLER

“I am so appreciative of what this job has given me, I am much more outgoing and confident and I’ve grown so much as a person because of this opportunity and the people who’ve supported me along the way. It has been an invaluable experience that I would recommend to anyone.”

School: Fayette County

Hobbies/Clubs: National Honors Society, Mock Trial, Spanish Immersion Program, BSHS Book Club, DanceBlue, Baking, Crochet, Painting, Coding

Plans after Graduation: I plan to study Computer Science at UK

JAIDEN DREUX

“The interpersonal, professional, and technical skills I’ve learned throughout this apprenticeship will be invaluable for my future career. I feel greatly prepared for the future, and as if I have a clear path to success. More than anything, however, this apprenticeship has strengthened by fundamental computer knowledge, introduced me to new people, and has overall led to great high school memories!”

School: Fayette County

Hobbies/Clubs: I enjoy 3D Printing, Music Production, Video Games, and Computer Programming. I’ve also participated in ACT Club, as well as my school’s CyberPatriot team.

Plans after Graduation: This apprenticeship has allowed me to discover a greater passion for the field of IT. After high school graduation, I plan to attend a university and major in computer science.

BROOKE ETTER

“The Dataseam Apprenticeship Program has provided me with so many fundamental skills and so much knowledge that will continue to aid me in the future. It has been challenging learning all of it, but just as rewarding.”

School: Fayette County

Hobbies/Clubs: NHS, Hispanic Honor Society, Tennis, Mock Trial, and reading

Plans after Graduation: I plan to attend the University of Kentucky on the Pre-Law track with a major in Law and Justice.

MAXWELL JOHNSON

“This program has given me the chance to get real experience in an IT support role. I enjoy the relationships I’ve been able to build in result of working closely with other students and teachers.”

School: Fayette County

Hobbies/Clubs: I play the bass guitar, I hike, and I build computers!

Plans after Graduation: My current plans are to work some kind of IT support role.

GAVIN PROFITT

“The opportunity to work for Dataseam has given me the opportunity to pursue my technological and social passions. Before, I had an idea that I might want to work with both people and technology in the future, now Dataseam has helped me realize that I really do want to pursue my engineering career goals in the future.

School: Frankfort Independent School

Hobbies/Clubs: Varsity baseball, varsity basketball, class council, national honors
society, beta club, gear-up, youth salute, STLP

Plans after Graduation: I plan to attend college for engineering school.

KEVIN JACKSON

“I really really love this job. I learned how to fix computers, the internet, I got a free computer, and learned a lot more about the insides and outs of technology. It will definitely help me out if I want to get a degree in computer technology.”

School: Frankfort Independent School

Hobbies/Clubs: Football, Track

Plans after Graduation: Getting my Bachelor of Science in Computer Science degree at EKU.

HANNAH HAYES

“This apprenticeship has given me many opportunities that will benefit me throughout my career as well as helping me with valuable skills that I will continue to grow.”

School: Frankfort Independent School

Hobbies/Clubs: Soccer, Archery, Track and Field, Drama Club, Beta Club, National
Honors Society, STLP

Plans after Graduation: I plan to attend college and get a degree in computer science and information technology

COOPER CRAWFORD

“It is a good learning experience to introduce the world of IT. I have enjoyed this internship and will hope to seek opportunities that I will gain out of this.”

School: Frankfort Independent School

Hobbies/Clubs: Technology Student Association Club Vice President

Plans after Graduation: Something IT related

OWEN GRAY

“It gives me an amazing fallback if something within my life doesn’t play out quite like I have planned, like 3 amazing references, 2 years’ work experience, and technical information that is invaluable to the world we live in today.”

School: Jackson County

Hobbies/Clubs: JROTC, FFA, Academic Team

Plans after Graduation: To become an attorney.