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District highlights Native culture and language programs, proclaims Native American Heritage Month
Summary
Washoe County School District presented its Native American Culture and Education programming -- Title VI, the Native Youth Community Project (NYCP), and a Native American language grant -- reported declines in chronic absenteeism and gains in graduation for enrolled students, and proclaimed November 2025 as Native American Heritage Month.
Washoe County School District staff and partners briefed trustees on the district's Native American Culture and Education programs and recognized November as Native American Heritage Month during the Nov. 18 meeting.
Paula Marca (Chief Student Services Officer) introduced the panel including Fawn Hunter (Native Culture and Education Manager), Denise Miles (NYCP coordinator) and Jake Chapin (Natchez Elementary principal). Presenters outlined program components: Title VI-funded language classes (Numu/Paiute) offered at…
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