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Office Hours:		Monday - Friday
		8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Phone:		(775) 448-5275 or (800) 259-1906
Fax:		(775) 448-5279
Email:		nevadaregistry@washoe.k12.nv.us
Physical Address:		680 S. Rock Boulevard Reno, Nevada 89502

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Registry Staff
		Shelly Nye has been in the field of Early Care and Education (ECE) for over 17 years working in a variety of capacities ranging from being a Teacher’s Aid in several licensed child care settings and before/after school programs; to being a Director of a local licensed preschool; to coordinating a number of ECE related programs. As a member of the T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood ® Nevada Advisory Board, former Board member of the Nevada Association for the Education of Young Children (NevAEYC), and various other committees and workgroups aimed at raising the formal education and status of professionals working in the field of ECE, she is able to stay involved with the ECE community on a statewide basis. Shelly is a graduate of the University of Nevada, Reno, with her Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Human Development and Family Studies with an emphasis in Early Childhood and is looking forward to a future where individuals doing the most important work of educating young children receive the recognition and compensation they deserve!

Shelly Nye Program Director/Grant Coordinator Email: snye@washoe.k12.nv.us

		Debbie Walter has a background in both administration and Early Care and Education. She has earned an Associate's degree from TMCC and plans to pursue her Bachelor's degree at UNR. She is a former licensed Family Child Care provider with over 10 years of experience in the field of ECE. She was also the Lead Teacher in a licensed pre-school for children ranging in age from 6 weeks to 3 years. She is proud to be a part of an organization that is working hard to garner recognition for the individuals who are part of the ECE field, that promotes respect for this important profession, and that is implementing programs that help recognize the profound impact ECE educators have on the youngest members of our society.
Debbie Walter Career Ladder Specialist Email: dwalter@washoe.k12.nv.us

		Tina Springmeyer has been in the Early Childhood field for over 24 years. In fact, you may have attended one of her classes or trainings that she has provided statewide! She has extensive ECE experience as she has been a Preschool Teacher, Kindergarten Teacher, Program Director, Summer Camp Coordinator and a part-time instructor for TMCC and UNR. She is actively involved with several Early Childhood Programs and agencies and supports all efforts for the continued professional development of the ECE field. In addition to working part time with the Registry on outreach, Tina is the Pre-K Standards Coordinator for Nevada and is also an active member on The Nevada Registry Advisory Committee. Tina has her B.S. in Child and Family Studies, and her M.S. in Human Development and Family Studies. Tina is committed to mentoring future Early Childhood leaders to achieve their professional goals.
Tina Springmeyer PT Outreach Coordinator Email: tspringmeyer@washoe.k12.nv.us

The Nevada Registry is excited to introduce the newest members of our team!

		Joetta Forsty has been in the field of Early Care and Education for twelve years. During that time, she has enjoyed working as a licensed Family Child Care provider and Assistant Teacher for the Washoe County School District’s Classroom on Wheels Program. In addition, Joetta has provided early childhood services for the North Valleys of Reno and continues to volunteer at her local library promoting early literacy. Joetta is a registered trainer for the WCSD Virtual Pre-K Program and is excited about the opportunity to share The Nevada Registry with professionals in the ECE field. She is committed to Early Childhood professionals and the amazing work they do – impacting the future of every child they teach!
Joetta Forsty Program Assistant Email: jforsty@washoe.k12.nv.us

		Marie Rowe has worked in Early Childhood for 16 years in a variety of positions ranging from a Substitute Teacher, Preschool Teacher, Director, and administrator in a non-profit center serving children birth to 5 years of age. She also worked part time with special needs children for 8 years and served as a mentor with the former Nevada Child Care Apprenticeship Program. Marie received her Associate’s degree in Early Childhood at TMCC and her Bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies with an emphasis in Early Childhood at UNR. She truly believes that The Nevada Registry provides a great opportunity for professionals in the ECE field to be recognized as educators who have a great influence on the education of young children.
Marie Rowe Program Assistant Email: mrowe@washoe.k12.nv.us