Dominique Bates, Pender County Schools’ director of Career and Technical Education, has been installed as president of the North Carolina Association for Career and Technical Education Administrative Division.
Bates officially began his term during the NCACTE Administrative Division Luncheon held as part of the North Carolina CTE Summer Conference. He has served the organization in a series of leadership roles over the past three years, including secretary, vice president and president-elect.
“It is truly an honor to serve as president and to represent Pender County Schools in this statewide capacity,” Bates said. “I am grateful for the support of our district, which has allowed me to serve and lead at the state level.”
The North Carolina Association for Career and Technical Education serves educators and leaders involved in Career and Technical Education programs across the state. The organization works to strengthen and promote high-quality CTE programs that prepare students for college, careers, military service and life beyond high school.
Through its divisions, NCACTE provides opportunities for educators and administrators to collaborate, share best practices, discuss issues affecting Career and Technical Education and advocate for innovative and meaningful career pathways for students.
In his role as Administrative Division president, Bates will help lead statewide conversations involving CTE administrators and support efforts to strengthen programs, partnerships and professional learning opportunities across North Carolina.
“I look forward to continuing to bring back ideas, partnerships and opportunities that will benefit our students, staff and community,” Bates said.
Bates’ appointment gives Pender County Schools a voice in statewide CTE leadership while highlighting the district’s continued emphasis on preparing students for success beyond graduation.