Filipino American Jhone Ebert Makes History as First Woman and Asian American Superintendent of Clark County School District

Las Vegas, NV — Jhone Ebert has made history as the first woman and first Asian American to be appointed Superintendent of the Clark County School District (CCSD), the fifth-largest public school system in the United States. Her appointment is a landmark moment for women and Asian Americans—particularly Filipino Americans—in education leadership.

Ebert, who is of Filipino and Hawaiian descent, brings with her a remarkable life journey marked by perseverance, cultural pride, and a deep commitment to public service. Raised in Southern California in a low-income household, she overcame significant challenges in her youth and worked her way up through the education system, becoming a champion for equity and access.

Her personal story reflects the lived experiences of many Filipino American families—centered on strong values, resilience, and the pursuit of better opportunities through education. Now, as superintendent, she leads a district where 70% of schools are classified as Title 1, serving students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

Ebert began her career in education in 1990 as a math teacher at Von Tobel Middle School in Las Vegas. Over the years, she has witnessed the district’s transformation into one of the most diverse in the nation. Today, CCSD’s student population is predominantly made up of communities of color, with students from over 130 countries who speak more than 100 languages.

Before her appointment, Ebert served for six years as Nevada’s Superintendent of Public Instruction, where she led statewide efforts to improve educational outcomes, promote digital learning, and expand resources for underserved students.

Her selection was the result of a unanimous vote by the CCSD Board of Trustees in March, followed by the signing of a four-year, $385,000 contract in April.

Ebert’s leadership represents a powerful step forward for inclusion and diversity in public education. Her appointment is being celebrated across the Filipino American community as a breakthrough moment that underscores the growing presence and influence of Filipino Americans in public service and education.

As she takes on this new role, Ebert embodies the values of service, excellence, and cultural identity—serving as a trailblazer and inspiration for the next generation of Filipino American leaders.