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Education is the foundation of a good life, which is why it’s essential that children enter school ready to learn. Early childhood education is one of the most effective methods of closing learning gaps that form in a child’s first five years of life. Our goal is to increase the number of 3 and 4 year olds attending pre-kindergarten programs and reading on time.
Breaking the cycle of poverty starts in the classroom. When students receive support through middle school and high school, they can finish high school ready to succeed in college or career. Our goal is to improve graduation rates across Clark County, particularly in our most disadvantaged schools.
Our economy is growing and changing, requiring workers who are highly trained and ready to take on new challenges. In a global, technology-focused economy, we need a skilled workforce to be competitive and address the needs of local companies. Our goal is to increase the percentage of adults with an associate's degree or higher.
Clark County School District has a graduation rate of 74%, and the State of Nevada has some of the lowest graduation rates in the United States. The district struggles with gaps in student achievement for male, Hispanic, black, low-income, and other students. This report provides an overview of challenges and solutions aimed at improving high school graduation rates in Southern Nevada.
How does your local high school measure up? Schools in different geographic zones have variances in graduation rates. Five of the six neighborhood high schools with graduation rates below 74% draw students from North Las Vegas and areas east of Las Vegas Boulevard. To find out how your local school measures up, explore our interactive map.
Approximately 30% of Clark County residents hold a post-secondary degree, one of the lowest rates in the entire Mountain West. Financial aid and support throughout college can help address this challenge. This report provides an overview of challenges and solutions aimed at improving post-secondary attainment in Southern Nevada.
The UWSN team met with Mayor John Lee of the City of North Las Vegas to discuss the importance of supporting efforts to reduce poverty, strengthen families, and improve educational outcomes. The City of Las Vegas continues to be a leader in supporting the annual UWSN campaign to fund anti-poverty programs across Clark County.
As a CCSD and UNLV graduate, Ashley has seen first-hand what volunteering can do to help build a stronger community. Before joining UWSN, Ashley helped lead outreach activities and marketing initiatives for local organizations like Nevada Connections Academy, Project 150, Communities In Schools and Clark County School District. "I feel like I have the passion and drive to help the community, and it's essential that I use them," says Ashley.
