A bold vision for the future of learning in Nevada.
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A Portrait of a Learner is a community wide vision of the mindsets and skills essential for success, now and into a rapidly evolving future.
To build Nevadan’s shared vision, numerous community conversations invited us to think about how to prepare students to build thriving communities and good lives of their choosing.
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The Nevada Future of Learning Network keeps educators, community partners, parents and students connected in the formative work of developing the systems and structures needed to advance student-centered learning practices in classrooms statewide.
What types of careers am I excited about exploring to apply my academic knowledge?
How can I contribute to the community with my strengths?
How is what I’m learning preparing me for success academically and in life?
ACADEMIC RIGOR
SKILLS +
MINDSETS
STUDENT SUCCESS
Portrait Examples across the United States:
How can a portrait help us identify students' strengths and potential to apply them in real ways?
The Portrait of a Nevada Learner is a Future of Learning Network initiative in partnership with the Nevada Department of Education.
Bringing the values of the portrait to life at school
School communities across Nevada are exploring, aligning, and evolving best practices for learner-centered experiences, using the Portrait of a Nevada Learner as a roadmap.
How can Nevada's shared vision and values guide educational policy and practice?
Portrait Partners are helping us bring the Portrait of a Nevada Learner to life across the state.
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Explore the Possibilities of Partnering with the Portrait
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Becoming a partner takes many forms. We craft personalized partnerships that leverage the unique strengths of organizations and individuals. Let's collaborate to discover the most impactful ways for you to get involved.
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Got unique ideas for how to be involved? Let's talk about how your vision aligns with ours.
Common Ways to Partner:
Spread the Word: Amplify the portrait message by sharing content with your social networks. Your voice can help spark meaningful conversations about the future of learning in Nevada.
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Host a Portrait Party: A Portrait Party is an interactive way to engage your community, diving into the portrait competencies and how they align with your community's values.
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Join a Network Convening: Be part of a dynamic brainstorming session with us and other partners. We'll explore innovative ways to connect with the portrait with the broader Nevada learning ecosystem.
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Bring the Portrait to Life as a School or District Design Team: Embark on a transformative journey by becoming a design team. Pilot personalized approaches to infuse the portrait's values into the fabric of your classrooms, and share what you discover.
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