Dean's Future Scholars (DFS)
The College of Education & Human Development at the University of Nevada, Reno and the public school districts are cooperatively involved in the Dean's Future Scholars program to recruit diverse students into teacher education. The goal of DFS is to increase the number of low-income, first-generation students graduating from high school, gaining access to higher education, and entering a career in the field of education.
Lemelson Foundation Elementary Education Math & Science Master's Cohort
This is a program offered with the help of Mrs. Dorothy Lemelson that allows TWELVE K-6 teachers in the Washoe County School District the opportunity to complete a master's degree in Elementary Education with an emphasis in Math and Science.
Nevada Adolescent Literacy Network
The Nevada Adolescent Literacy Network is a coalition of cross-agency partners building and bridging systems to help adolescents become fully literate individuals who are able to reach their goals.
Nevada Dual Sensory Impairment Project
The purpose of the Nevada Dual Sensory Impairment Project is to enhance the educational services provided to children and youth, birth through 21 years, with vision and hearing impairments. The project provides statewide technical assistance to a variety of key stakeholders.
Nevada First-Gen Network
The Nevada First-Gen Network (NFGN) is dedicated to providing relief for first-generation students affected by COVID-19, through community outreach, network building, micro-grant distribution and professional development. NFGN will be conducting a statewide needs assessment to identify critical support services that enhance the success of students.
Nevada Math Project: An Innovative STEM Initiative
The Nevada Mathematics Project engages in cutting edge research to improve mathematics and science instruction in Nevada statewide and beyond. The initiative works within the education system of Nevada and has state and national collaborators.
Northern Nevada Math and Technology Camp
Our mission is to support and encourage students from varied backgrounds to increase their knowledge, skills, and confidence in mathematics, as well as technology use for mathematics learning. The program provides learning opportunities, resources, and participation in a supportive community.
Rural Education Outreach
The College of Education & Human Development Rural Education Initiative seeks to encourage talented K-12 educators in rural Nevada school districts to pursue Rural Alternative Licensure (RAL). Students selected for this program receive a stipend to complete the program.