The Portrait of a Nevada Learner
Where Academic Excellence Meets Real-World Skills.
The traditional one-size-fits-all school model was never designed to serve every student or prepare them for success in a rapidly evolving world. With rising absenteeism, a shrinking teacher pipeline, and widening skills gaps in higher education and the workforce, the need for innovation has never been more urgent.
Fortunately, Nevadans have the creativity and expertise to reimagine education for the future. The Nevada Future of Learning Network connects youth, families, educators, and community members to advance learner-centered practices, grounded in the Portrait of a Nevada Learner. Through collaborative learning, modeling innovative approaches, sharing proven strategies, and driving evidence-based policy solutions, we are building a future where every learner can thrive.
Connecting Communities for Learner Success
The Nevada Future of Learning Network connects students, educators, parents, and community members to collectively promote learner-centered practices in Nevada classrooms.
Portrait of a Nevada Learner
From Knowledge to Application: Nevada's Shared Vision
The Future of Learning Network is anchored in the Portrait of a Nevada Learner, a shared vision collaboratively crafted with input from Nevadans, defining the purpose of education and guiding decision making.
How will I grow in my learning?
How do I build and sustain relationships and community?
How will I contribute to make an impact?
How will I thrive?
Components of the Future of Learning
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Portrait of a Nevada Learner
A unified community vision
Who are learners becoming?
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Competencies
The application of knowledge
How should learners be able apply what they know?
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Academic Standards
A rigorous foundation of knowledge
What should learners know?
