IYT Nevada Executive Briefing: December 2025

State of the Region

December marks a significant turning point for IYT Nevada. We closed the year by hosting our first-ever Regional Showcase at Eldorado High School, securing $17,500 in new funding from key community partners, and celebrating outstanding academic achievements at Western High School. These milestones reflect the clarity and purpose our team is bringing into the new year as we expand our impact across the region.

Regional Highlight: First Regional Showcase

Celebrating Student Voice at Eldorado High School

Eldorado Brothers host the first ever IYT Nevada Regional Showcase.

This month, we reached a major milestone by hosting our first-ever IYT Nevada Regional Showcase at Eldorado High School.

The event brought together students, mentors, school partners, and community leaders for a powerful afternoon of reflection. It was an opportunity to center student voices, review the successes of the fall semester, and witness firsthand how mentorship and belonging are shaping the lives of our young men. We extend a special thank you to the staff at Eldorado HS for hosting us and to every community member who joined us to mark this occasion.

Partner & Grant Spotlights

Aristocrat Cares: Inesting in College Access

Aristocrat Cares

We are incredibly grateful to Aristocrat Cares for their generous $15,000 investment in our College Academy. This support directly strengthens our ability to provide structured postsecondary readiness programming. Partnerships like this ensure our young men are prepared not just to access college, but

Speedway Children's Charities: Fueling Student Success

Photo of our Executive Director and his kids accepting the award at the Grant ceremony

We are also excited to announce that Speedway Children’s Charities has awarded IYT Nevada $2,500 to support our core programming. This funding helps remove barriers to academic success, ensuring our students receive consistent mentorship and resources.

Student Excellent Spotlights

Brother of the Month: Reindell Cole (Eldorado High School)

Portrait of Brother Reindell, the brother of the month from Eldorado High School.

Congratulations to Brother Reindell from Eldorado High School, who was named Brother of the Month! Reindell consistently leads by example, staying after programming to help staff clean up and showing his peers exactly what it means to be an IYT Brother.

Academic Achievement: Lance Martinez (Western High School)

Portrait of brother, Lance from Western High School, being recognized for Academic Achievement.

A massive shout-out to Brother Lance from Western High School, who maintained Straight A’s throughout the entire fall semester! His dedication to academic excellence is truly inspiring.

School Site Spotlight: Western High School

Community & Excellence in Action

IYT Brothers are finishing the year strong, showing discipline and commitment in study hall. Special thanks to Mentor George for his expert tutoring and guidance!

The momentum at Western High School this month has been driven by family engagement and academic excellence.

• Parent Engagement: We are grateful to the parents, caregivers, and administration who attended our recent parent meeting. The conversation was meaningful, strengthening the trust and communication necessary to support our students holistically.

• Brother of the Month: Congratulations to Reindell Cole, who was named Brother of the Month! Reindell consistently leads by example, staying after programming to help staff clean up and showing his peers what it means to be an IYT Brother.

• Academic Win: A massive shout-out to Brother Lance, who maintained Straight A’s throughout the entire semester!

Looking Ahead

"December marks an important moment of reflection and gratitude—for the young men who show up consistently, the mentors who walk alongside them, and the partners who believe deeply in what’s possible. Thank you for being part of this growing community as we head into the new year with clarity and purpose." – Johnny Dominguez

Partner with IYT Nevada

Leadership Update: Nevada Board of Advisors

We're thrilled to announce our new Board of Advisors for IYT Nevada! These dedicated individuals are deeply committed to moving the needle forward for young men of color.

Featured Advisor

Yaa Obeng

Program Manager, Institutional Engagement & Experience, HR Dept., UNLV

"As an executive leader in higher education, a DEI strategist, and a Ph.D. candidate in Equity, Diversity, and Language in Education, I witness firsthand how access, mentorship, and culturally responsive support can transform lives."

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