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CTE programs earn statewide distinction; Candy Robles named Nevada CTE Administrator of the Year
Summary
Carson City School District honored 12 'programs of distinction' and one 'program of excellence' after an 18‑month Quality Program Review; Candy Robles was named the state CTE Administrator of the Year. Trustees and the superintendent also introduced two new elementary principals.
Superintendent Fueling opened the meeting by celebrating the district's results in the Nevada quality program review for Career and Technical Education, saying the district spent 18 months gathering evidence for the review and that the recognition reflects sustained work by teachers and administrators.
"This is above any . . . it went above and beyond the daily requirements of our teachers," Josh Billings said, describing the documentation, administrative interviews and teacher Zoom interviews that were part of the Quality Program Review process. Billings and Candy Robles told trustees the district submitted evidence beginning in January 2022 and received formal results in December, then accepted awards at the state's July event.
Robles said the quality program standards require nine standards and 52 performance indicators. She and Billings said programs that score 70% or higher qualify as 'programs of distinction' and those scoring 60–69.99% are 'programs of excellence.' The board was told the district earned 12 programs of distinction and one program of excellence (graphic design). Two programs (teaching and training; early childhood education) were scored but did not receive awards because required student assessments had not been completed; the presenters said both programs had since taken steps to collect assessment data and improve their practices.
Billings announced Candi (Candy) Robles has been named the Nevada CTE Administrator of the Year. "She is dedicated to advancing educational opportunities and supporting student success," he said.
During the superintendent's report, the board also heard short introductions from two new principals. Carrie Pryor introduced herself as the new principal at Seeliger Elementary and described a focus on tier 1 instruction and MTSS, saying, "what makes great schools great is great teachers." Reagan Virgil introduced himself as the new principal at Empire Elementary, said he previously served in Washoe County for 26 years, and praised Carson City's retention and equity.
The board congratulated staff and principals and moved on to the remainder of its agenda.
