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Mission Statement

Our mission is to improve student achievement and educator effectiveness by ensuring opportunities, facilitating learning, and promoting excellence.

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Celebrating & Supporting Current and Future Educators

The mission of the Nevada Teacher of the Year program is to celebrate excellence and strengthen the teaching force by honoring and recognizing exceptional teachers on a school, district, state, and national level.

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Transparency & Reliability

Districts, schools, and communities are served through efficient and effective use of public funds and fulfillment of statutory responsibilities.

NDE Community Engagement

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Looking for a job? NDE is searching for a Program Officer 1 - Underfill in the Office of Student and School Supports. This position is an underfill for the Program Officer 2 position. The incumbent will provide specialized information and services as the technical expert regarding GEAR UP. Learn more about this job opportunity at the link in our bio.Nevada's Week of Respect takes place each year during the first week of October. This year, the Week of Respect will be observed from Sept. 30 - Oct. 4.

The Week of Respect highlights efforts that take place year round to prevent and address bullying/cyberbullying and create safe and respectful learning environments. Tell us what RESPECT means to you by clicking the link in our bio. #NVWeekofRespect? Calling all Nevada educators! ? 

Join us for an exciting professional learning opportunity from 4-5:30 p.m. on Oct. 9 to explore Gen AI in Adobe Express! ?? Transform your classroom by integrating cutting-edge Generative AI and digital skills using Adobe Express. 

This FREE workshop is open to all NV educators and provides an excellent way to earn professional learning hours from the Nevada Department of Education! Don't miss out on this chance to elevate your teaching with the latest in AI technology. ??

Register now and take your classroom to the next level at the link in our bio. 

#NevadaEducation #AdobeExpress #GenAI #DigitalSkills #ProfessionalLearning #EdTech #InnovativeTeachingThank you, Ruby Duncan Elementary School students, for your beautiful performance today during "Ruby Duncan Day."?Ruby Duncan Elementary School in North Las Vegas celebrated “Ruby Duncan Day” to honor its school namesake, and her tremendous impact advocating on behalf of children and families.Congratulations to Leigh Todd, a preschool teacher at Myrtle Tate Elementary School in Las Vegas, for being named a 2024 Nevada Early Educator of the Year! ??This awards program recognizes the valuable contributions of educators who work with children from birth through age 5. @ClarkCountySch#NewsAlert: Roger D. Gehring Academy of Science and Technology Named National Blue Ribbon School. Read more at the link in our bio.It's #TeacherTuesday! Today, we celebrate Mrs. Susan Carpenter of Flag View Intermediate School. Her classroom is characterized by compassion, inclusivity, collaboration, and hands-on learning. She also mentors new teachers, helping them navigate their first year to ensure a positive, fulfilling experience.Nominations are still open for the 2025 Recognizing Inspiring School Employees (RISE) Award. In partnership with Governor Lombardo, nominations and applications will be accepted until Sept. 27. Submit a nomination at the link in our bio.We need your participation to make Nevada’s Reading Week 2025 a huge success! Nevada students in grades 3-12 are encouraged to enter the Nevada Reading Week Student Art Contest. Entries are due on Sept. 24 at the link in our bio.Join Schoolhouse small-group SAT bootcamps and college admission workshops, or get extra homework help – all alongside a global community of students like you. Create a free account at the link in our bio.Join us in celebrating the rich tapestry of Hispanic culture, history, and contributions that shape our communities across Nevada. Discovery Education has #HispanicHeritageMonth resources for educators and students at the link in our bio.#NewsAlert: Nevada State Board of Education Seeks Community Input on Adjusting High School Start Times. Read more at the link in our bio.It’s #TeacherTuesday and today we honor Ms. Emily Garcia of Ed Von Tobel Middle School. She  is passionate about empowering her students with strong mathematical foundations and critical thinking skills that prepare them for academic excellence and future success. @clarkcountyschToday, we celebrate the cornerstone of our democracy—the United States Constitution. Let’s take this day to explore the history and significance of the Constitution, discuss its impact on our lives, and encourage our students to learn about the Constitution. Discovery Education offers #ConstitutionDay resources at the link in our bio.#NewsAlert: Nevada Students Show Gains in Math and English Language Arts. Read more at the link in our bio.Thank you, Gov. Lombardo, for a first-ever proclamation promoting the Nevada Adult Education and Family Literacy Week Sept. 16 - 20. #NVAdultEdWeek#NewsAlert: The NOW of Learning Summit Focuses on Reshaping Public Education. Read more at the link in our bio.Gov. Lombardo has officially declared Sept. 16- 20 as Nevada Adult Education and Family Literacy Week. The High School Equivalency virtual open house is 1-2:30 p.m. Sept. 16. Visit the link in our bio for more information. #NVAdultEdWeekThe NOW of Learning Summit brought together approximately 200 community partners today in Las Vegas. We were honored to welcome Timothy Knowles, president of the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, as the keynote speaker.??Students in grades 8-11 who are passionate about shaping the future of education can apply to be in our Student Advisory Group and have your voice heard. The application deadline is Sept. 30 at the link in our bio.On this day, we honor the memory of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. Let us never forget the resilience and strength of our nation. #NeverForget #September11Nominate an exceptional school employee for the 2025 Recognizing Inspiring School Employees (RISE) Award. Honor an exemplary classified school employee, including paraprofessionals and those in transportation services. Submit a nomination by Sept. 27 at the link in our bio.It is Suicide Prevention Week. Join us in spreading the message of hope and encouraging conversations around mental health. Free trainings are available at the link in our bio.?️ Nevada’s 2024 Student Mock Election is here! ?️

Students can dive into Nevada’s history by voting for influential historical figures using our new lesson plans tied to state standards! Plus, everything is available on Canvas for easy access. ?✨

Kick off the excitement with KidsVention on Sept. 17—an engaging student-friendly debate on ballot questions. Teachers, register your class today and get ready to empower the next generation of civic leaders! ??‍?

? Register at the link in our bio.

#NevadaMockElection #CivicEducation #KidsVention #StudentLeaders #EngageInDemocracy