#ACEHermPastry #ACEdit #proudchefy @henricocte #lifeready #vastatefair
The ovens were hot and the competition was fierce, but our Baking & Pastry students rose to the occasion at the 2025 Virginia State Fair! A total of 17 students submitted 22 delicious entries, and their hard work paid off in a big way — they brought home 8 ribbons!
🏅 Congratulations to our award-winning bakers:
TyJohn Chavis – 🥉 3rd Place, Hawaiian Sweet Rolls
Rose Clark – 🥈 2nd Place, Gluten-Free Cookie
Tyler Collins – 🥈 2nd Place, Hawaiian Sweet Rolls
Ely Espinoza-Villanueva – 🥉 3rd Place, Yeast Roll
Khayiem Jones – 🥉 3rd Place, Yeast Bread
Dia Mohammad – 🥈 2nd Place, Yeast Roll
Chase Rines – 🥉 3rd Place, Fruit Cookie
Janae Terry – 🥈 2nd Place, Bar Cookie
From sweet rolls to gluten-free creations, these students showcased their skills, creativity, and dedication to the craft of baking. Their success is a testament to the high standards and hands-on learning that define the ACE Center at Hermitage.
🎉 Please congratulate these talented students when you see them — they earned it!
📣 Application Window for 26-27 Now Open!
Interested in joining this program—or one of the many other exciting career and technical education opportunities offered at the ACE Centers at Hermitage, Highland Springs, and Virginia Randolph
✅ Click here to view our visual guide to the ACE Center Programs. Apply now to explore programs in healthcare, engineering, culinary arts, digital media, and more!