A dedicated and accomplished educational leader, Kevin Carney has served as Assistant Superintendent at Vail School District since 2018, consistently demonstrating a passion for fostering innovative learning environments and empowering both students and educators. Carney’s journey in education began in the classroom, teaching 4th, 5th, and 6th grades in the Marana and Vail School Districts from 1994 to 2001, laying a strong foundation in instructional practice. His commitment to educational advancement led to progressive leadership roles within the Vail School District, including serving as Assistant to the Principal before an impactful eight-year tenure as Principal at Desert Sky and Rincon Vista Middle Schools (2002-2010), earning recognition as the Principal of an Excelling School five times by the Arizona Department of Education.

From 2010 to 2018, Carney took on the role of Beyond Textbooks Executive Director within the Vail School District, further showcasing his capacity for visionary leadership and driving impactful initiatives. This period was marked by significant achievements, including the Digital Content and Curriculum Achievement Award from the Center for Digital Education in 2014, the Visionary Award from EDTech Digest in 2012, and the prestigious Sylvia Charp Award for Innovation In Educational Technology from the International Society for Technology in Education in 2011. His exceptional contributions to the field have been widely acknowledged through numerous accolades, including administrator of the year awards and recognition as one of Tucson’s top community leaders under 40. Holding a Master of Education in Educational Leadership and a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education, along with administrative and teaching certifications, Carney continues to shape the future of education.