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WCSD highlights Native culture programming, reports gains in attendance and graduation for enrolled tribal students
Summary
District staff presented Title VI programming, the Native Youth Community Project and a Native American language grant that supports Paiute-language instruction in three high schools and Natchez Elementary; presenters said the NYCP reduced chronic absenteeism and increased graduation rates among enrolled (506) students.
Washoe County School District staff on Nov. 18 briefed trustees on Native culture and education programming and presented a proclamation recognizing Native American Heritage Month.
Chief Student Services Officer (Paul LaMarca/Paula Marca) introduced the Native American Culture and Education team. Native Culture and Education Manager Fawn Hunter described program enrollment categories used for federal reporting ("506" enrolled tribal members vs. self-identified…
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