Why Our Work Matters Putting Kids First Prioritizing student success Every kid deserves to graduate high school college and career ready, prepared to live the life they dream. Leaving high school prepared ensures they have the foundation necessary to be an active participant in our community and economy. Students have the biggest stake in educational outcomes, and putting them first has to be at the center of every decision made on the local, state, and federal levels, using sound, data-driven policies and practices. And we have work to do. With new data pointing ...Continue Reading

How We Work News and Articles Creating conditions to help great schools through good governance Good governance leads to great schools that give students the opportunity to be successful in college, career, and their community. Our work aims to ensure that Governance is student-focused and decisions include proven strategies and sustainable models. This leads to increased student outcomes, bolstering the voice of families and caregivers, and crafting thoughtful and impactful policies. We work in distinctive ways to create the conditions where good governance - and great schools - can thrive. Request for ...Continue Reading

Great Schools for Nevada Charter School Program Great Schools for Nevada Charter School Program Great Schools for Nevada is a federal Charter School Program (CSP) Grant facilitated by Opportunity 180 to lead the launch and expansion of high-quality public charter schools across our state. As a public education champion and advocacy organization based in Southern Nevada, one key portion of our work is to seek out, vet, and support innovative leaders and high-performing school models.  The CSP Grant represents significant funds available to help Nevada expand opportunities for students to attend ...Continue Reading