——为何这么多学生顺利毕业,却未掌握核心技能? 在内华达州最大的学区——克拉克县学区(CCSD),每年有超过 81% 的高中生能够按时毕业。从表面看,这似乎是教育成功的标志,代表着系统有效运作、学生稳步前行。 但仔细一看,却揭示出一个更令人担忧的现实。 州级和国家级的测试数据显示,克拉克县学区只有大约 30% 的学生在数学方面达到“熟练水平”,而英语语言艺术(阅读与写作)方面也只有约 40%。换句话说,不到一半的毕业生真正掌握了与年级相符的学术技能。 那么,这一差距是如何产生的?它又意味着什么?
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Graduation vs. Proficiency: The Hidden Gap in American Education
Why Are So Many Students Graduating Without Mastering Core Skills? In the Clark County School District (CCSD), Nevada’s largest and the fifth-largest school district in the United States, more than 81% of high school students graduate on time each year. On the surface, this seems like a sign of success—evidence that the system is workingContinue reading “Graduation vs. Proficiency: The Hidden Gap in American Education”
克拉克县学区的手机禁令:从州议会到课堂的落地考验
近年来,手机在课堂上的影响已成为家长、教师和学生争论的焦点。有人认为,它让学生分心、影响学习;也有人担心,过度依赖手机削弱了青少年的社交能力和心理健康。随着争议不断升温,内华达州立法者决定采取行动:通过立法,为全州的学校确立明确的手机使用规范。而作为全州最大、全国第五大学区的克拉克县学区(CCSD),其执行情况格外引人注目。
Clark County’s Cellphone Ban: From the Statehouse to the Classroom
In recent years, the role of cellphones in classrooms has become a hotly debated issue among parents, teachers, and students. For some, phones are the main source of distraction and declining academic focus. For others, constant access to devices undermines social skills and worsens mental health. As these concerns mounted, Nevada lawmakers decided to act:Continue reading “Clark County’s Cellphone Ban: From the Statehouse to the Classroom”
從大麻稅到課堂座位:CCSD 總監 Jhone Ebert 在 IndyTalks 的教育答卷
【拉斯維加斯訊】2025 年 9 月 22 日晚,在新落成的 Fontainebleau 酒店會議廳內,數百名社區成員、教育工作者與媒體代表齊聚一堂,參加由 The Nevada Independent 主辦的 IndyTalks: Nevada Education Discussion。 主角是克拉克縣學區(CCSD)總監 Jhone Ebert——這位曾任內華達州教育總監、今年初正式接任全美第五大校區掌舵人的教育官員。克拉克縣學區轄下學生超過 30萬名,是美國西南教育的風向標。 這場公開座談會歷時逾 70 分鐘,涵蓋了大麻稅收流向、教師空缺、疫情後學習缺口、教師言論自由與校園安全、移民執法陰影、學區財務與稅改呼聲、學生缺勤與教學方式、以及如何重建社區信任等關鍵議題。
From Marijuana Taxes to Classroom Seats: CCSD Superintendent Jhone Ebert’s Education Agenda at IndyTalks
[Las Vegas] – On the evening of September 22, 2025, hundreds of community members, educators, and reporters gathered in the newly opened Fontainebleau conference hall for IndyTalks: Nevada Education Discussion, hosted by The Nevada Independent. At the center of the event was Clark County School District (CCSD) Superintendent Jhone Ebert — formerly Nevada’s state superintendentContinue reading “From Marijuana Taxes to Classroom Seats: CCSD Superintendent Jhone Ebert’s Education Agenda at IndyTalks”
紅岩明月夜 · 中秋慶典將於十月上演
【拉斯維加斯訊】一年一度的中秋佳節即將來臨。今年十月六日(週一)傍晚五時至七時,內華達亞太裔公民權益協會(One APIA Nevada)將攜手美國土地管理局(BLM)及內華達華人協會(NCA),在紅岩峽谷國家保護區遊客中心舉辦「月照紅石 · 中秋賞月慶典」,與南內華達地區民眾共慶這一象徵團圓與文化傳承的重要節日。 主辦方表示,當晚活動將在紅岩峽谷露天劇場展開。隨著滿月自峽谷升起,賓客可在星空與山川之間,欣賞傳統中式弦樂演奏,體驗自然與音樂交織的獨特氛圍。每位到場人士將獲贈由本地烘焙坊特製的月餅一枚,作為中秋的甜美印記。節目結束後,觀眾還可移步至專門規劃的觀月地點,靜賞皎潔明月,留下難忘回憶。 【報名與注意事項】由於場地限制,所有入場賓客須提前線上登記,並出示確認郵件方可進場。座位將依登記先後順序保留,額滿即止。現場僅提供飲用水,除月餅外不另設餐飲,建議參加者自備所需物品,並攜帶折疊椅、望遠鏡等,以獲得最佳賞月體驗。 主辦方強調,這場慶典不僅是一個節日聚會,更是一次與自然對話、與文化共鳴的旅程。「我們希望藉此活動,凝聚社區情感,也向孕育這片星空盛會的土地致以感恩。」 活動相關資訊及報名方式,請使用此鏈接:https://www.mobilize.us/oneapianevada/event/845487/。 文|內華達亞太裔公民權益協會(One APIA Nevada)
Moonlit Red Rock Night · Mid-Autumn Festival to Be Held in October
By One APIA Nevada Las Vegas News — The annual Mid-Autumn Festival is approaching. On Monday, October 6, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., One APIA Nevada, in collaboration with the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the Nevada Chinese Association (NCA), will host the “Moonlit Red Rock Night – Mid-Autumn Festival” at the RedContinue reading “Moonlit Red Rock Night · Mid-Autumn Festival to Be Held in October”
2025 年以来的社安新政:你需要立刻准备些什么?
2025 年川普政府重新上台后,美国社会安全局(SSA)推出了一系列新政策。这些变化既涉及社安金的发放方式,也涵盖身份验证、账户登录、福利计算等多个环节。很多人平时对这些细节并不上心,直到出现支票收不到、账户被冻结或福利减少,才发现问题严重。为了避免这种情况,有必要把今年的新规梳理清楚,让每一个领取人心里有数。
Social Security Policy Changes Since 2025: What You Need to Do Right Now
Since former President Donald Trump returned to the White House in 2025, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has rolled out a series of new policies. These changes affect how benefits are paid, how identities are verified, how online accounts are accessed, and how retirement and disability benefits are calculated. Many recipients don’t usually pay attentionContinue reading “Social Security Policy Changes Since 2025: What You Need to Do Right Now”