Seal of the State of Nevada

WHEREAS, all children in Nevada deserve access to the highest-quality education possible; and

WHEREAS, Nevada recognizes the important role that an effective education plays in preparing all students in Nevada to be successful adults; and

WHEREAS, Nevada is home to a multitude of high quality public and nonpublic schools from which parents can choose for their children, in addition to families who educate their children in the home; and

WHEREAS, educational variety not only helps to diversify our economy, but also enhances the vibrancy of our community; and

WHEREAS, Nevada has many high-quality teaching professionals in all types of school settings who are committed to educating our children; and

WHEREAS, School Choice Week is celebrated across the country by millions of students, parents, educators, schools and organizations to raise awareness of the need for effective educational options; and

WHEREAS, School Choice Week is an opportunity for all Nevadans to support our students, educators and professional staff toward achieving a successful, economically diverse state;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOE LOMBARDO, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF NEVADA, do hereby proclaim the week of January 21 - January 27, 2024 as

SCHOOL CHOICE WEEK IN NEVADA

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Great Seal of the State of Nevada to be affixed at the State Capitol in Carson City, this 4th day of December, 2023

Governor Lombardo, Francisco Aguilar & Margarita Salas Crespo