Occupational Olympics in Turlock
Agricultural Equipment Technology Judge Matt Scott (left) with competitors Michael Reynolds of Pittman HS and David Woody of Hughson HS. The group looks at the small excavator’s engine and hydraulic system. (Bart Ah You / The Modesto Bee)
Child Development judges Marie Pinheiro and Andrea Huber during the 24th Annual Occupational Olympics and Career Exposition, OOCE, at the Stanislaus County Fairgrounds in Turlock. (Bart Ah You / The Modesto Bee)
Child Development competitor Mayra Sandoval, Waterford HS, reads "Rainbow Fish" to children. (Bart Ah You / The Modesto Bee)
Firefighter cadet competitor Chris Teenburgh of Downey High gets some helmet help from Modesto Fire Capt. Bob Watt. Antonio Chavarin of Modesto High is to the right of Watt. (Bart Ah You / The Modesto Bee)
Fashion design competitor Joel Peralta of Downey High makes a presentation to judges. (Bart Ah You / The Modesto Bee)
Agricultural equipment technology competitor Adam Worsham, left, of Turlock High identifies tractor parts next to Judge Mike Ellington. (Bart Ah You / The Modesto Bee)
Automotive technology competitor Nick Abruzzini of Oakdale High prepares to test a starter. Judge Mark Vanderburg is to the left and senior instructor John Peterson is to the right of Abruzzini. (Bart Ah You / The Modesto Bee)
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