Tag: 2026 | Central Georgia Technical College

DERYK STOOPS NAMED CGTC’S 2026 RICK PERKINS AWARD WINNER FOR INSTRUCTOR OF THE YEAR

Posted on December 18, 2025December 18, 2025 by Kiké Fuentes Duarte

WINNER SELECTED AMONG SIX INSTRUCTORS NAMED SEMI-FINALISTS FOR EXCELLENCE IN TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION

Warner Robins, Ga. – Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) recently named, Deryk Stoops, an Automation Technology instructor in the Aerospace, Trade, and Industry Division as its 2026 Rick Perkins Award for Excellence in Technical Instruction Winner.
Stoops is originally from Camden County, Georgia and has worked for CGTC for seven years, after previously working in the System at South Georgia Technical College in Americus. Read More

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Central Georgia Technical College Announces 2026 GOAL Student Finalists

Posted on November 7, 2025November 10, 2025 by Kiké Fuentes Duarte

Warner Robins, Ga. – Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) recently announced its five student finalists for the 2026 Georgia Occupational Award for Leadership (GOAL) program. These outstanding students have been recognized for their academic excellence, leadership qualities, and dedication to their fields of study.
The 2026 CGTC GOAL Finalists are:
Meredith Salmon, Orthopedic Technology
Kimberly Giddens, Welding and Joining Technology
Larry Howard, General Studies, Healthcare Professional Pathway
Anna Walters, Physical Therapy Assistant
Sharelle Pangilinan, Radiologic Technology
Each of these exceptional students was nominated by their instructors during the fall semester as part of CGTC’s comprehensive selection process. Read More

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