Carson City, Nev. (Jan. 10, 2025) — As part of their Carson CARES Campaign, Greater Nevada Credit Union (GNCU) recognized Carson City School District employees who exemplified positivity in school and made a difference in their school community this past year. Five grand prizes were awarded, and winners received a $500 donation for their classroom or program as well as a $100 gift card for their personal use.

Additionally, out of all the nominees, one individual was selected in a random drawing to win a hosted pizza party for their classroom or team, valued up to $400.

Nearly 70 nominations were submitted. Winners include the following:

  • Carson High School American Government Teacher Angila Golik
  • Carson High School Special Education Teacher Lance Hendee
  • Carson Middle School Seventh Grade Science Teacher Deanna LeBlanc
  • Fremont Elementary School English Language Teacher Laura Gentine
  • Seeliger Elementary School Social Worker Stephanie Navidad-Marcos
GNCU Leaders present a check to the Carson City School District
GNCU Leaders and school officials with Seeliger Elementary School Social Worker Stephanie Navidad-Marcos
GNCU Leaders and school officials with Mark Twain Elementary third grade Teacher Miriam Arroyo
GNCU Leaders and school officials with Fremont Elementary School English Language Teacher Laura Gentine
GNCU Leaders and school officials with Carson Middle School Seventh Grade Science Teacher Deanna LeBlanc
GNCU Leaders and school officials with Carson High School Special Education Teacher Lance Hendee
GNCU Leaders and school officials with Carson High School American Government Teacher Angila Golik

Miriam Arroyo at Mark Twain Elementary was also awarded a lunch party worth $400 for her school.

School employees were able to nominate multiple peers. Carson City School District and the Carson City School District Foundation are passionate about creating an environment in which students can explore, question, succeed and develop in a meaningful and diverse way. GNCU’s passion for “Helping More People Live Greater” drives everything they do. Through GNCU’s Carson Cares campaign, they are helping Carson City School District employees achieve a stronger foundation of financial wellness for greater opportunities with access to tailored benefits.

ABOUT Carson City School District

Located in Nevada’s capital, Carson City School District offers public education to approximately 7,600 students throughout Carson City. The district includes 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 alternative high school and 1 comprehensive high school. Carson City School District boasts many successes including impressive graduation rates, strict safety measures, programs for gifted students and advanced-placement classes, among several others. For more information, visitcarsoncityschools.com.