What an incredible achievement to be recognized as this year's Facilities Director of the Year! Mr. Williams's hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence have truly made a difference across our school campuses.

Seeing his NC Public School Maintenance Association peers acknowledge his contributions through this well-deserved honor is inspiring. Thank you, Mr. Willams, for all you do for our schools and office buildings. This award is so deserving because of his high standards in facilities management!

Please help us celebrate this amazing accomplishment!

Mrs. Angie Howard, CTE Special Populations Coordinator for Craven County Schools, has been selected as an NCACTE 2024-2025 Leadership Fellow with the North Carolina Association for Career and Technical Education (NCACTE). Seven fellows from across NC were selected for the 2024 cohort. The program identifies and trains leaders. Participants complete the program with a strong desire and motivation to support an educated, prepared, adaptable, and competitive workforce.

Fellows commit a calendar year to the NCACTE Leadership Fellowship Program, July 2024-July 2025. 

About NCACTE:

The North Carolina Association for Career and Technical Education (NCACTE) is a not-for-profit association committed to the advancement of education that prepares youth and adults for successful careers. NCACTE represents the community of CTE professionals, including educators, administrators, researchers, school counselors, guidance and career development professionals, and others at all levels of education. NCACTE is committed to excellence in providing advocacy, public awareness, and access to resources, professional development, and leadership opportunities.

Celebrated annually in October, MFG Day—Manufacturing Day—is a national grassroots movement that demonstrates the reality and future of modern manufacturing careers. Thousands of companies and educational institutions nationwide are invited to open their doors to students, parents, educators, and community leaders. MFG Day, an initiative of the Manufacturing Institute—the workforce development and education affiliate of the National Association of Manufacturers—empowers manufacturers to come together and address their collective challenges and build excitement about manufacturing careers to help their communities and future generations thrive.