Signature Academy Programs     

Sparks Manufacturing Academy - Advanced Manufacturing Technologies

The Advanced Manufacturing Technologies program introduces students to the fundamentals of manufacturing and automation. Areas of emphasis include print reading, spatial reasoning, engineering design process, basic electrical and mechanical systems, additive and subtractive manufacturing processes, fundamentals of electronics, switches and relays, quality control, and an introduction to robotic systems in manufacturing..

Sparks Manufacturing Academy - Building Trades in Construction Technology

The Building Trades in Construction Technology program provides students with the opportunity to develop technical skills in the building trades within the construction industry. Students will develop skills in the areas of construction including safety, proper use of hand and power tools, blueprint reading, framing, floor systems, finish carpentry, exterior finish applications, fundamental design techniques, identifying material properties and hardware, manufacturing processes, and applying basic principles of plumbing and electrical.

Additional Career & Technical Education (CTE) Programs

Culinary Arts

The Culinary Arts program provides students with an introduction to the principles and techniques of commercial food production. Areas of study include basic skills in food handling, food and nutritional science, equipment technology, cooking methods, kitchen safety, sanitation procedures, and employability skills in environments that model industry standards.

Military Science (JROTC)

The Military Science program provides students with the knowledge and skills in basic first aid, global awareness, problem-solving, career exploration, leadership styles, wellness, patriotism, and leadership traits.

Career and Technical Education Programs: As required by the 1979 Guidelines for Eliminating Discrimination in Vocational Education Programs (34 CFR Part 100, App. B, IV-O), the District offers several Career and Technical Education Programs. Admission to these programs is open to all students enrolled in the Washoe County School District.

Programas de Educación Técnica y Profesional: Como lo requieren las Pautas de 1979 para Eliminar la Discriminación en los Programas de Educación Vocacional (34 CFR Parte 100, Apéndice B, IV-O), el Distrito ofrece varios Programas de Educación Técnica y de Carreras. La admisión a estos programas está abierta a todos los estudiantes inscritos en el Distrito Escolar del Condado de Washoe.