Last Friday is collecting school supplies with help from the Henderson Fire Department and the Henderson Police Department at August’s community-centric event. HENDERSON – This month’s Last Friday, Just Add Water Street includes exciting activations for all ages. Attendees will enjoy street side entertainment, food vendors, retail pop-ups and live music. Last Friday, JAWS … [Read more...] about Last Friday Celebrates Its One Year Anniversary and Continues to Support the Community with a Back-To-School Fundraiser
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Legacy Traditional Schools Opens Henderson Campus
Las Vegas – Legacy Traditional Schools, a network of public, tuition-free charter schools in Nevada and Arizona, commemorated the grand opening of the school’s first Henderson campus at a ribbon-cutting ceremony held August 2. The new campus is located at 325 Inflection St. within the Cadence master-planned community. The campus will officially open its doors on August 9 to … [Read more...] about Legacy Traditional Schools Opens Henderson Campus
Henderson Takes Flight
It’s the second largest city in the state, but when Henderson residents talk about their city, they talk about community. As a community, Henderson has created a strategic plan to guide growth, looking ahead 20 to 30 years to make sure it’s still a city residents love. People who live in Henderson talk about the active lifestyle, entrepreneurial drive, outdoor recreation, … [Read more...] about Henderson Takes Flight
‘Swing for Success’ Golf Tourney to Benefit Local Business, Education
Henderson Chamber of Chamber, Nevada State College to receive proceeds HENDERSON – The Henderson Chamber of Commerce will present the 27th annual “Swing for Success” Golf Classic Monday, April 9, at the Reflection Bay Golf Club, 75 Monte Lago Blvd. To date, the tournament has raised more than $100,000 for Nevada State College since the partnership began. Proceeds from the … [Read more...] about ‘Swing for Success’ Golf Tourney to Benefit Local Business, Education
First Collegiate Rowing Regatta in Nevada at Lake Las Vegas Community — Lake Las Vegas Collegiate Invitational Mar. 4-5
The first collegiate rowing competition in Nevada has been scheduled in March with the Lake Las Vegas Collegiate Invitational on the 320-acre private, man-made lake at the Lake Las Vegas residential, golf and resort master planned community in Henderson. The collegiate, club, high school and Olympic sport was introduced in the state last year with the formation of the Lake Las … [Read more...] about First Collegiate Rowing Regatta in Nevada at Lake Las Vegas Community — Lake Las Vegas Collegiate Invitational Mar. 4-5
7 New Trustees Named to Lead Nevada State College Foundation
Will Leverage School’s Fundraising Initiatives As it seeks to leverage and manage its comprehensive and wildly fundraising campaign, the Nevada State College Foundation has named seven new trustees. “We are thrilled to have expanded our Foundation’s trustee base with such distinguished business and civic leaders,” said foundation chair David Grant. “All are respected … [Read more...] about 7 New Trustees Named to Lead Nevada State College Foundation
Henderson GiVe Awards “Golden Give” to Inspiring Clark High School Teacher
Henderson Giving Circle Donates $50,000 Throughout the Valley; Founder Starts Giving Circle Network Henderson GiVe, a giving circle started in 2007 by a dozen friends who wanted to give back to the community in an impactful way, recently presented Luanne Wagner, the We R Community coordinator from Clark High School, with the organization’s “Golden Give” to recognize all she … [Read more...] about Henderson GiVe Awards “Golden Give” to Inspiring Clark High School Teacher
Nevada State College Announces 2016 State of College Address
WHO: Nevada State College WHAT: Nevada State College President, Bart Patterson invites community members to the campus for the 2016 State of the College address. The address will highlight the accomplishments and goals for the 2016-2017 school year. This will be a time for student, parents and community to come together during the 5th Annual Spirit Week to have a … [Read more...] about Nevada State College Announces 2016 State of College Address
NSC President to Discuss Economic Development at Aug. 9 Henderson Chamber Breakfast
Patterson to cover how business, higher education can work together to advance economic development in Southern Nevada HENDERSON – Bart Patterson, president of Nevada State College, will speak during the Henderson Chamber of Commerce’s August network breakfast, which will take place from 7 to 9 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 9, in the Sunset Room at Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset … [Read more...] about NSC President to Discuss Economic Development at Aug. 9 Henderson Chamber Breakfast
Bank of Nevada Collecting Back-to-School Supplies for At-Risk Students in August
LAS VEGAS - Bank of Nevada is inviting the public to join its employees and customers in helping provide necessary school supplies to at-risk students who attend schools in Las Vegas, Henderson, and Mesquite. For four weeks —August 1st through 26th — the Bank of Nevada Back-to-School Drive, will collect school supplies on behalf of students whose families may not have the … [Read more...] about Bank of Nevada Collecting Back-to-School Supplies for At-Risk Students in August
Nevada State College President Bart Patterson Earns Jim Rogers – Spirit of Education Award
HENDERSON – Nevada State College President Bart Patterson will be honored Saturday, July 23, with the Jim Rogers – Spirit of Education Award during the TMG Entertainment Silver State Awards XIV, held at the South Point hotel-casino. The annual awards program recognizes excellence and exemplary achievement by individuals and companies across Clark County in 29 categories. … [Read more...] about Nevada State College President Bart Patterson Earns Jim Rogers – Spirit of Education Award
Nevada State College Hires New Director of Marketing and Communications
Henderson – Nevada State College (NSC) has hired Ellen Guerra as its new director of marketing and communications. Guerra will be responsible for directing all marketing, PR, social media, brand management and community outreach. “Ellen brings to the college a unique skill set that will help boost our presence as a top-pick college for local, state and regional students who … [Read more...] about Nevada State College Hires New Director of Marketing and Communications
Nevada State College Holds First Open House for Prospective Students at Newly Expanded Campus, Offering “On-the-Spot” Scholarships
HENDERSON – Nevada State College (NSC) will give prospective students their first glimpse of college life on its newly expanded campus during an open house from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 18, at 1125 Nevada State Drive. “This is a great opportunity for high school students and others to see the high quality of education we provide at Nevada State College,” NSC … [Read more...] about Nevada State College Holds First Open House for Prospective Students at Newly Expanded Campus, Offering “On-the-Spot” Scholarships
Business Leaders Invited to Improve Educational Outcomes at Business + Education (BE) Engaged Summit 2016: Accelerating a New Nevada
LAS VEGAS – Leading Southern Nevada business organizations are coming together to commit time, talent, and resources in order to accelerate student achievement, and are asking local business owners and executive decision makers to join them in a one-of-a kind activation event: The Business + Education (BE) Engaged Conference 2016: Accelerating a New Nevada. The conference, to … [Read more...] about Business Leaders Invited to Improve Educational Outcomes at Business + Education (BE) Engaged Summit 2016: Accelerating a New Nevada
Nevada State College Announces New Dean of Students Richard Yao
HENDERSON – Nevada State College (NSC) has promoted Richard Yao, Ph. D., to the newly created position of dean of students to help build a more vibrant community for its students. Yao, who has been a Nevada State College faculty member for 10 years, leads NSC’s Students of Concern Committee, which directs students in need to appropriate resources. He also oversees the Career … [Read more...] about Nevada State College Announces New Dean of Students Richard Yao