1.) the trade tha I plan on pursuing is electrical/ electrical linemen 2.) I’ve always been interested in electrical because of my dad working for the power company, but I started to truly know I wanted fo pursue electrical when I took the electrical course at United technologies center. Where we’ve been learning how to physically install as well as learning code and how to install electrical equipment legally. 3.) In the class I take at UTC I’ve learned a lot so far about electrical but I’m still always learning new techniques and methods to make my work even better. For example recently we’ve worked a lot with conduit, and at first I just couldn’t figure out why my measurement kept being an inch off. So after a few more bends and really watching what I was doing I figured out it’s a lot easier to work with your bends if you underbend it verses overbending it. So now I’ll underbend by a hair, see where I’m at and then bend the amount I need to get to where I want it. Another example with conduit is when I’ve got a dogleg in my bend how I’ve learned to fix it is by putting a screwdriver in the end that’s doglegged, and on the floor using your screwdriver as leverage you can tweak it enough for it to straighten itself out. Those are just a few example of how i’ve problem solved and been creative. 4.) My plan after high-school is to attend SLTC, it’s a school in Georgia for linemen training. I just got accepted into the school and I’ll be attending there in the fall of 2026. I’ll be down there for roughly 3-4 months where I’ll learn to climb, and get other certifications like my CDL driving license and a lot more. Then I’ll come back to Maine where my plan is to join somewhere that’s union so I can eventually get a spot into the power company where my Dad works, which is versant power. 5.) An adult that knows me well and would recommend I receive this scholarship would be my electrical instructor. He would tell you that I’m a reliable, trustworthy student that truly has a passion for the work that I do, and that I’ve been going out of my way to really learn the material as well as work my hardest to set myself up for future success.

My name is Wyatt Ferro, born and raised in Maine. I love the outdoors whether it’s hunting and fishing or riding sleds in dirt bikes. My dad works for a Versant so being a linemen has been a dream of mine for quite some time now. I’ve applied to go to SE. Lineman Training Center in Georgia in the fall of 2026. Being able to take initiative is an extremely important skill, especially when a job needs to be done without being asked. One of the earliest examples of me taking initiative dates back to when I was just 10 years old. At that age, I decided I wanted to start my own lawn care business so I could save enough money to eventually buy my first vehicle. Instead of waiting for opportunities to come to me, I went door-to-door in my neighborhood asking if anyone would be interested in having their lawn mowed. Over time, I built up a steady list of clients and continued running my business for five years. Through this experience, I learned what it truly meant to be reliable and responsible. People depended on me to show up on time, do quality work, and take pride in the job I was doing. I also learned how to communicate with others, manage my time, and earn trust. Being known as a kid who could be relied on to go above and beyond helped shape my work ethic and character at a young age. Even though this was eight years ago, I can confidently say that this experience played a major role in turning me into the person I am today. Since then, I have continued to take initiative and demonstrate leadership, particularly on the football field. Football taught me that success is impossible without teamwork, accountability, and effort from everyone involved. Playing alongside 11 teammates who all shared the same goal—to win—required leadership, communication, and trust. I learned how to motivate others, stay disciplined, and lead by example, even in challenging situations. These experiences, from running my own business to leading on the field, show my willingness to step up, work hard, and take responsibility. Taking initiative has become a core part of who I am and how I approach every challenge.