Carson City students and teacher honored at Society of Women Engineers event
The Sierra Nevada section of the Society of Women Engineers recognized several Carson City students and one teacher at the 2024 Night of STEM Star Awards in Reno, Friday, April 26.
The honorees were recognized for displaying remarkable talent and commitment in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). These young scholars not only excelled academically but also engaged in innovative projects and extracurricular activities that have enhanced their learning and impacted their community.
Three Pioneer Academy students were honored at the ceremony. Debbie Uzzell, Brooklynn Case and Kaitlyn Nguyen of Pioneer were all recognized at the event for their academic excellence and creativity in STEM courses. Four Carson High School students were recognized including Madeline Silsby and Jinnie Ponczoch, who were recognized as Outstanding Senior and Junior Girls in STEM respectively. Gloria Dooley and Charlotte Roberts were also recognized as Carson High STEM girls in Computer Science.
In addition to student awardees, the event also celebrated the role of educators who were pivotal in shaping the future of STEM. Emily Thornburg, AP Calculus, Trigonometry and Pre-calculus teacher at Carson High, was recognized as a Professional, Outstanding STEM Educator.
The Night of STEM Star Awards also served as a platform for networking, where attendees had the opportunity to connect with leaders and peers in the industry, gaining insights and advice on navigating the challenges of a STEM career.