Courtney Burns, a Junior in Health Tech and a member of the Skills USA Team, had an opportunity to represent Eli Whitney on April 21st, in New York City's Rockefeller Plaza. She was part of the taping of a CPR/First demonstration for the Today show. The demonstration, sponsored by the United States Department of Labor and OSHA, was to bring attention to teen safety in the workplace. In attendance were the Secretary of Labor and the other Today Show celebrities. Courtney was chosen for the CPR/First Aid demonstration after she placing third in the State Skills USA competition.

“I am truly happy, that I have been given this opportunity to represent both Eli Whitney and the Technical High School System”, said Courtney. Courtney, also had an amazing opportunity to be seen in Rockefeller Plaza while Alicia Keys gave a live performance.