Have you heard? We are now accepting student applications for the 2025-2026 school year! 📝 Apply now to enroll your middle-schooler in WYLEES for a project-based learning approach that encourages creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking.🚀 Be part of an innovative educational experience that prepares your child for a bright future! Visit wylees.org to apply now.
WYLEES
Education
Las Vegas, NV 108 followers
A free, public middle school opening in the fall of 2025 near downtown LV. Learn more at wylees.org.
About us
The Western Youth Leadership, Engagement, and Empowerment Middle School, or WYLEES, is a proposed Nevada public charter middle school planning on opening in the fall of 2025. WYLEES intends to serve the downtown Las Vegas area by providing Project Based Learning (PBL) experiences that are co-created with students and families and focused on improving the community through real world service learning. WYLEES will empower tomorrow’s leaders to change the world today through creativity, collaboration, and civic engagement. The Mission of the Western Youth Leadership, Engagement, and Empowerment Middle School (WYLEES) is to: ~Energize diverse youth leaders who are socially, emotionally, and academically prepared to shape the future. ~Engage students in academics through community service and real-world, hands-on learning. ~Empower students to solve problems through innovation, advocacy, and action to create a better world for all.
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https://wylees.org/
External link for WYLEES
- Industry
- Education
- Company size
- 1 employee
- Headquarters
- Las Vegas, NV
- Type
- Educational
- Founded
- 2023
- Specialties
- Project Based Learning, Service Learning, Civic Engagement, Youth Leadership Development, and Community Engagement
Locations
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Las Vegas, NV 89104, US
Employees at WYLEES
Updates
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WYLEES is proud to celebrate the rich traditions that make our Downtown Las Vegas community so vibrant. Día de los Muertos provides a meaningful opportunity to honor and remember our loved ones and ancestors. At WYLEES, we are committed to integrating cultural awareness into our project-based learning approach, ensuring students connect with history and heritage in creative, hands-on ways. We look forward to building a school that celebrates both tradition and innovation. Stay tuned for updates as we prepare to welcome our first students!
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We're proud to celebrate Nevada Day, honoring our state’s history, culture, and community spirit. At WYLEES, we believe in fostering a deep connection to our local heritage through project-based learning. We look forward to teaching future generations about the importance of Nevada’s past while empowering them to shape its future.
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Applications for student enrollment at WYLEES are officially open. We can't wait to welcome new students to our innovative, project-based learning environment starting in August 2025. Secure your child’s spot today and be part of a vibrant, forward-thinking school community in Downtown Las Vegas. Apply now at wylees.org!
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We're back with another chance to meet our neighborhood at STUPAK Center! STUPAK Center is a City of Las Vegas Recreation Center located within walking distance of our proposed site. Students and their families can enjoy a number of classes, a library and a fitness center for both English and Spanish speaking residents. Learn more about how a place like STUPAK Center can be a great resource for students and families in their educational journey at WYLEES.
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Why work at WYLEES? We believe in a better balance for our teachers, project-based learning for students, and a supportive, collaborative environment that will change the face of education. Apply today at wylees.org. Want to learn more? RSVP for our Educator Virtual Town Hall on October 16 at 6 p.m. here: https://bit.ly/482EBOt
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Parents! You're invited to our virtual town hall on October 19 at 11 a.m. to learn more about WYLEES and ask any questions you may have. This is a great opportunity to connect with our team and get insights into our exciting plans as we prepare to open in August 2025. Don't miss out—your voice matters and we're here to provide all the information you need. RSVP by filling out our Get Involved form here: https://bit.ly/3zg3id6
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WYLEES is looking for passionate community members to help us make a lasting impact! We need volunteers for upcoming events and to share ideas for project-based learning that connects our students with real-world experiences. Your skills, ideas, and support can help shape the future of education in Downtown Las Vegas! Visit wylees.org to learn more.
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Are you a future WYLEES parent who's enthusiastic about education and community involvement? WYLEES is looking for a dedicated parent to help the future of our school by joining our Board of Directors. Your voice matters as we prepare to open in August 2025. Fill out our Get Involved Form to learn more and apply. https://bit.ly/3zg3id6
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We are looking for passionate educators who believe in: 🛠️🏠 Work-life balance 💻🍎 Innovative teaching methods ❤️🤝 Want to improve the surrounding community Join the WYLEES team and help us shape the future with project-based learning in Downtown Las Vegas. Want to learn more? Fill out our Get Involved Form to sign up for our next virtual Educator Town Hall on October 16 at 6 p.m. https://bit.ly/3zg3id6
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