The Southern California Plastering Institute
Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee
1610 W. Holt Avenue
Pomona, CA 91768
(909) 865-1773
2026 INTERNATIONAL
APPRENTICESHIP COMPETITION
Hosted by OPCMIA in Las Vegas, Nevada - January 19-23, 2026
Plasterers Local 200 & SCPI were represented by our outstanding apprentice, George Paz-Mitchell. George committed to additional training to represent us in this competition. We are proud to announce that he finished 2nd overall. He competed against 8 plastering apprentices and took home a top prize. We are proud of George and his dedication to the plastering trade. Thank you for all your hard work!
Apprentices of the Week
December 8 - 12, 2025
Plasterer Apprentice
of the Quarter
3rd Quarter - 2025
CHRISTOPHER GOMEZ (L)
SAUL JACOBO (R)
The SCPI Apprenticeship Program would like to recognize Christopher Gomez (A1) and Saul Jacobo (A2) for being Co-Apprentices of the Week. Instructor Tony Ruiz selected Christopher & Saul for their leadership, willingness to participate, and work ethic during their Measuring Training. They demonstrated excellent skills, productivity, and outstanding quality of work. Thank you for your hard work and commitment to your apprenticeship training, Christopher & Saul!
JUAN LOPEZ-FRAUSTO
The SCPI Apprenticeship Program would like to recognize Juan Lopez-Frausto for being Apprentice of the 3rd Quarter. Coordinator Steve Tasco nominated him to MARSHALLTOWN's Student Award Program, which recognizes apprentices who have excelled in their "trowel trade" program. Juan was presented with a letter of commendation, certificate of merit, and trowel provided by MARSHALLTOWN at graduation. Great job, Juan!
