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Strengthen our Community Director Mike Kazmierski joins Reno Vice Mayor Miguel Martinez for a timely conversation on the challenges — and opportunities — facing Northern Nevada’s families, education system, and workforce.
It is time for a comprehensive action plan for the community and district. Education is the key to success in life, and attending school cannot be considered optional.
As Seen In the Reno Gazette Journal Strengthen our Community (SoC), a non-profit (501c3) pending final IRS approval, stands out with its unique approach to
Strengthen our Community (SoC) is a non-profit (501c3) committed to developing cooperative, caring solutions to regional needs, emphasizing education, families, good governance, and environmental sustainability.
Read SoC’s 2025 Annual Report: progress on WCSD attendance, student mental health (Care Solace), universal Pre-K planning, childcare access, and stronger family supports.
I am honored to share the progress and impact we’ve made during our inaugural year. Our mission to enhance the lives of children, families, and communities in Northern Nevada goes beyond words; it is a promise of substantial change. This journey was made possible by the support of our dedicated partners (see Annex D) and our founder, Michael Dermody, Chairman and CEO of Dermody Properties.
If the chronic absenteeism rate seen in 2024 persists, Southern Nevada is expected to face a lifetime cost of $610.0 million attributed to the Class of 2025. Over time, this snowballs to $14.4 billion over the next 20 years in Clark County alone.
From expanding mental health access to tackling chronic absenteeism, this year’s Starfish Coin recipients are proving what’s possible when a community shows up.
