LAS VEGAS — Jobs for Nevada’s Graduates (JAG Nevada), a nonprofit agency that partners with public education and private agencies to develop high school students into the talent employers want to hire using education and skills training, is helping its students make a stellar first impression in front of prospective employers by seeking donations for the third annual JAG Nevada … [Read more...] about JAG Nevada to Hold 3rd Annual Career Clothing Drive for High School Students
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Around the State: August 2018
First UNLV Innovation Building Breaks Ground Gardner Company, the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) and the UNLV Research Foundation has begun construction on the first building of the UNLV Harry Reid Research and Technology Park. Part of a 122-acre, master planned campus, this first building will be four-stories and 110,000 square feet. This research, technology and … [Read more...] about Around the State: August 2018
JAG Nevada Among First Recipients of Tesla’s Nevada K-12 Education Investment Fund
Organization to receive initial investment of $200,000 to help encourage students to pursue STEM-related careers LAS VEGAS — Jobs for Nevada’s Graduates (JAG Nevada), a nonprofit agency that partners with public education and private agencies to develop high school students into the talent employers want to hire using education and skills training, is proud to announce it … [Read more...] about JAG Nevada Among First Recipients of Tesla’s Nevada K-12 Education Investment Fund
JAG Nevada Receives CCSD Excellence in Education Hall of Fame Award
LAS VEGAS – Job’s for Nevada’s Graduates (JAG Nevada), a statewide high school dropout intervention and work readiness program, was recently selected as a recipient of the Clark County School District’s (CCSD) Excellence in Education Hall of Fame award. The CCSD Excellence in Education Hall of Fame award has a rich legacy of nearly 30 years, and recognizes individuals, … [Read more...] about JAG Nevada Receives CCSD Excellence in Education Hall of Fame Award
JAG Nevada Names Brandon Singleton Regional Coordinator
LAS VEGAS - Jobs for Nevada’s Graduates (JAG Nevada), a statewide high school dropout intervention and work readiness program, recently announced that they have hired Brandon Singleton as a regional coordinator. In his new position, Singleton will manage and assist JAG specialists with data entry, instructional practices and supportive services to ensure students within the … [Read more...] about JAG Nevada Names Brandon Singleton Regional Coordinator
JAG Nevada to Host 3rd Annual Career Development Conference
More than 300 students across Nevada will participate in conference Las Vegas —Jobs for Nevada’s Graduates (JAG Nevada), a statewide school to career program affiliated with the Jobs for America’s Graduates network, will hold its third annual Career Development Conference (CDC) at 9 a.m. on Saturday, April 8 at Texas Station Convention Center, 2101 Texas Star Ln in North Las … [Read more...] about JAG Nevada to Host 3rd Annual Career Development Conference
Sandra Douglass Morgan of AT&T Nevada Appointed to JAG Nevada Board of Directors
LAS VEGAS — Jobs for Nevada’s Graduates (JAG Nevada), a statewide high school dropout prevention and work preparation program, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sandra Douglass Morgan to its Board of Directors. Morgan is the Director of External Affairs for Las Vegas and southern Nevada for AT&T Nevada. JAG Nevada’s program is a highly effective, data-driven … [Read more...] about Sandra Douglass Morgan of AT&T Nevada Appointed to JAG Nevada Board of Directors
JAG Nevada to Hold Career Clothing Drive for Students
Jobs for Nevada’s Graduates (JAG Nevada), a statewide high school dropout prevention and work preparation program, is helping its students make a stellar first impression in front of prospective employers by hosting its first annual Career Clothing Drive. From November 25 to January 31, 2017, JAG Nevada is collecting new and gently-used professional clothing of all sizes for … [Read more...] about JAG Nevada to Hold Career Clothing Drive for Students
Movers & Shakers: René Cantú Jr. Ph.D.
Executive Director Jobs for Nevada’s Graduates (JAG Nevada) (3 years in NV) Type of Business: Non Profit | Hails from: Laredo, Texas | 3 years with company in Nevada | Based in: Las Vegas How did you first get into your profession? During an internship with The College Board, I became interested in connecting high school students, especially those who face the most … [Read more...] about Movers & Shakers: René Cantú Jr. Ph.D.