Executive Director Charter School

Candyce S. Farthing

Henderson, NV *************@*****.*** 503-***-**** LinkedIn

Transformational Education Leader Charter School Innovator Equity-Driven Strategist

Visionary executive with 20+ years leading school transformation, charter development, and board governance across multiple states and educational models. Proven record of catalyzing growth, aligning stakeholders, and implementing sustainable systems that drive equity, innovation, and student success. Passionate about uniting teams, challenging status quo thinking, and building structures that empower all students to thrive.

KEY AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Strategic Planning • Charter Development • Governance & Board Training

Crisis Leadership • Operational & Academic Oversight • Cross-State Compliance

Team Culture Building • Virtual & In-Person Learning Models • Data-Driven Decision-Making

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Founder & Senior Consultant

BlazingStar Education LLC National 2019 – Present

- Partner with charter schools and education leaders to build systems that scale innovation, ensure compliance, and inspire change.

- Provide end-to-end support on charter applications, organizational restructuring, professional development, and board training.

- Successfully led efforts to transition private schools to nationally recognized charter schools.

- Guide leaders in team building, cultural alignment, policy development, and operational efficiency.

Charter School Board Trustee

Amplus Academy Nevada 2020 – Present

- Support strategic governance and long-term planning to ensure academic and operational success.

- Serve as board designee for conflict resolution and improvement planning.

- Offer unique insight by blending experience as both an educator and school leader.

Executive Director / Director of Academics

Nevada State High School Nevada 2019 – 2020

- Oversaw statewide academic strategy, site leadership, and campus expansion.

- Led all SPCSA and DOE reporting, managed COVID response protocols, and developed staff pipelines.

- Spearheaded curriculum innovation, state testing execution, and board reporting.

Nevada Superintendent

Legacy Traditional Schools Nevada 2018 – 2019

- Tripled student enrollment through strategic outreach and operational alignment.

- Built relationships with EMOs, raised performance scores, and expanded school capacity.

- Oversaw grants, risk management, and state compliance.

Chief Operating Officer / Chief Academic Officer

Coral Academy of Science Las Vegas Nevada 2015 – 2018

- Led charter expansion, opened three campuses, and increased enrollment to 3,700+.

- Directed all SPCSA/NDE reporting, grant oversight, and Infinite Campus management.

- Instituted leadership development programs and strengthened public communications.

Executive Director / Principal K–8

Oregon Connections Academy Oregon 2008 – 2015

- Managed school-wide leadership, increasing graduation rates by 20%+ and supporting 4,000 students.

- Led the organization through a transition to a new sponsor district and guided contract negotiations.

- Advocated for virtual learning with legislators and stakeholders.

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

M.A. Curriculum & Instruction B.A. Teaching George Fox University

Administrator License Reading Specialist Endorsement – Portland State University

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