Committee recommends two nominees to Division of Private Occupational Schools board
February 02, 2026 | 2026 Legislature CO, Colorado
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The Senate Education Committee unanimously recommended Jason Wardrip and Howard Auge for appointment to the governor‑appointed Private Occupational School Board.
Lorna Candler, director of the Division of Private Occupational Schools, introduced the nominees and described the board’s role overseeing approximately 270 private occupational schools across Colorado. Jason Wardrip said he represents the Colorado Building and Construction Trades Council and emphasized apprenticeship pathways, safety standards and employer partnerships. Howard Auge spoke about his background overseeing commercial driver’s license testing and compliance and said he looks forward to protecting students and supporting training quality.
Senator Marchman moved to send the nominations to the full Senate with a favorable recommendation. The committee took a roll-call vote and approved both nominees unanimously; sponsors asked to place the appointments on the consent calendar for expedited consideration by the full Senate.
The nominations will proceed to the full Senate for final confirmation.
Lorna Candler, director of the Division of Private Occupational Schools, introduced the nominees and described the board’s role overseeing approximately 270 private occupational schools across Colorado. Jason Wardrip said he represents the Colorado Building and Construction Trades Council and emphasized apprenticeship pathways, safety standards and employer partnerships. Howard Auge spoke about his background overseeing commercial driver’s license testing and compliance and said he looks forward to protecting students and supporting training quality.
Senator Marchman moved to send the nominations to the full Senate with a favorable recommendation. The committee took a roll-call vote and approved both nominees unanimously; sponsors asked to place the appointments on the consent calendar for expedited consideration by the full Senate.
The nominations will proceed to the full Senate for final confirmation.
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