The JATC presented the Graduation award for 2016 D.A.T. "Outstanding Apprentice" to Todd Thorvaldsen. The Malco "Head of the Class" to Robert Lester honoring these apprentices whose overall academic performance ranked highest among the group also the apprentices must have an outstanding records of performance, work history and attendance throughout their apprenticeship.
The JATC recognized Ryan Lofgren with the Fran Lawton Award which goes to the apprentice who demonstrates dedication to the trade through participation in classroom/shop training, leadership skills and good will.