Why have a portrait?
Nevada learners want to know themselves, contribute their skills to the community, connect with others, and thrive through challenges.
The world is more connected than ever. Technological advancements continue to reveal uniquely human skills – the durable skills that are highly correlated with lasting success in the real world. ​
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Nevada relies on the contributions of young people across all personal backgrounds and geographies. Whether they live in the heart of Clark County or on the edge of Eureka County, in suburban Washoe County or on Route 95 in Mineral County – Every young person in Nevada deserves the opportunity to build the life they choose. ​
What mindsets and skills do learners need?
600+ Nevadans completed surveys and participated in virtual and in-person feedback conversations. More than fifty one-on-one interviews were also held with Nevadans. These conversations shaped the final portrait.
Communication
Empathy
Resilience
Empowerment
Relationships
Collaboration
*Real input from real Nevadans.
Key Milestones
October 2022
200 Nevadans gathered to envision the future of learning and identify portrait mindsets and skills.
January 2023
Youth participating in the Vision Seekers Fellowship shared input on the evolving portrait.
January 2023
Over 1,400 responses from conversations and surveys were coded to create a Portrait draft.
June 2023
Presenting the Final Portrait with the Nevada Association of School Superintendents
13 School Design Teams comprised of 50 educators presented their case studies reflecting how the emerging Portrait impacted relationships, experiences, and environments to all 17 Districts Leadership Teams at the annual Nevada Association of School Superintendents Summer Academy. At this convening in June 2023, the final Portrait was presented.
Community Partners who helped shape the Portrait Process
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