In 2015, Nevada’s Legislature passed the largest one-time tax increase in Nevada history, $1.2 billion of which was, ostensibly, to boost education funding. Despite the fact that the commerce tax was rejected by voters the previous year, the Legislature and Nevada’s elected leaders chose to unilaterally “fix” education by passing the large tax package. This forced Nevada … [Read more...] about “More Taxes!” – The Teacher Union’s Solution to Education
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Legacy Traditional Schools Opens Interest List for New Southwest Las Vegas Campus
LAS VEGAS – Legacy Traditional Schools, a network of public, tuition-free charter schools in Nevada and Arizona, announced the interest list for its third campus located in southwest Las Vegas is now open. Legacy Traditional School – Southwest Las Vegas, located at South Rainbow Boulevard and West Wigwam Avenue, will open for the fall 2019-2020 school year to serve students … [Read more...] about Legacy Traditional Schools Opens Interest List for New Southwest Las Vegas Campus
WGU Offers $750,000 in Scholarships for Adults Going Back to School
Online, competency-based university to award 375 scholarships for students who enroll by September 30 LAS VEGAS — To help make going back to school and earning a college degree a reality for busy adults, Western Governors University (WGU) will award $750,000 in scholarships to aspiring students who apply to WGU by September 30, 2018. The Back to School Scholarship, WGU’s … [Read more...] about WGU Offers $750,000 in Scholarships for Adults Going Back to School
Coral Academy of Science Las Vegas Announces Grand Opening of New Eastgate Campus in Henderson
Coral Academy of Science Las Vegas (CASLV), a state-sponsored public charter school, announced the grand opening of its fourth campus in Henderson and sixth in the valley. The award-winning charter school opened its doors to welcome students for the 2018/2019 school year. Formerly a University of Phoenix campus, the 40,000-square-foot building at 7777 Eastgate Road received … [Read more...] about Coral Academy of Science Las Vegas Announces Grand Opening of New Eastgate Campus in Henderson
How We Stack Up 2018
Each year, Nevada Business Magazine collects data comparing Nevada to other states and to past years, tracking economic cycles and delivering a snapshot of what it’s like to live in the Silver State. In the first edition 12 years ago, Nevada was riding high economically, with 4 percent unemployment and the challenge of finding enough workers to fill available positions. Then … [Read more...] about How We Stack Up 2018
Last Friday Celebrates Its One Year Anniversary and Continues to Support the Community with a Back-To-School Fundraiser
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
Yurview Las Vegas to Broadcast Regional High School Football Matchups Featuring Liberty and Gorman
WHO YurView Las Vegas, Cox Channels 14/1014 WHAT YurView Las Vegas, the exclusive regional cable network operated by Cox Communications, will televise two tape-delayed football matchups involving Southern Nevada high school teams Liberty and Gorman facing off against two Arizona teams. The games will air on YurView Las Vegas, Cox Channels 14/1014 and streamed online at … [Read more...] about Yurview Las Vegas to Broadcast Regional High School Football Matchups Featuring Liberty and Gorman
Nevada State Bank Supports Communities in Schools of Nevada
Nevada State Bank showed its support again this year by collecting schools supplies and donations for Communities in Schools (CIS) of Nevada, the local affiliate of the nation’s leading dropout prevention program. The bank’s colleagues and customers filled a truckload with supplies for CIS’ “Fill the Bus” fundraiser as well as donating $5,235.00 for much-needed school supplies. … [Read more...] about Nevada State Bank Supports Communities in Schools of Nevada
Free Seminar with Vegas PBS – Widows, Singles and Their Friends, Sept. 20
Join Vegas PBS for a complimentary seminar to learn about the considerations you should take as you live alone later in life. Have you thought about the implications of guardianship? What about updating your beneficiary forms to reflect changes in life? Who is your executor or executrix that will settle your estate when you pass away? How do you stay connected with your group … [Read more...] about Free Seminar with Vegas PBS – Widows, Singles and Their Friends, Sept. 20
Southwest Medical Lifestyle Center – East Offers New and Ongoing Events for September
LAS VEGAS – Southwest Medical Lifestyle Centers are places for older adults to laugh, learn and stay healthy. They are a great place to: Try programs to improve your health Take advantage of daily group activities Meet friends, share a cup of coffee, play cards, learn to use a computer or just talk The social club is open to the community. You don’t need to be a … [Read more...] about Southwest Medical Lifestyle Center – East Offers New and Ongoing Events for September
Southwest Medical Lifestyle Center – West Offers New and Ongoing Events for September
LAS VEGAS – Southwest Medical Lifestyle Centers are places for older adults to laugh, learn and stay healthy. They are a great place to: Try programs to improve your health Take advantage of daily group activities Meet friends, share a cup of coffee, play cards, learn to use a computer or just talk The social club is open to the community. You don’t need to be … [Read more...] about Southwest Medical Lifestyle Center – West Offers New and Ongoing Events for September
Western Elite Holds Community Book Drive to Benefit WGU Nevada’s Free “Little Libraries”
WHO: Western Elite, WGU Nevada WHAT: In an effort to support the free “Little Libraries” free book exchange that debuted in 2017, Western Elite, a southern Nevada leader in construction waste and recycling, is holding a book drive to benefit the community project. The books ultimately benefit elementary schools in the Las Vegas Valley that are in need of books for … [Read more...] about Western Elite Holds Community Book Drive to Benefit WGU Nevada’s Free “Little Libraries”
United Way Awards Major Grants to Advance Grade Level Reading Proficiency in Northern Nevada
RENO – United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra (UWNNS) has awarded funding to five programs to continue UWNNS’ focused work in early child development and learning, kindergarten readiness and early literacy, early grade success and strengthening families. This work supports UWNNS’ goal to have 3 out of 4 children reading proficiently at the conclusion of third grade, by … [Read more...] about United Way Awards Major Grants to Advance Grade Level Reading Proficiency in Northern Nevada
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
REMSA Community Advisory | Back to School Safety
Reno – Summer is ending soon, and children will be returning to school. Before our kids pack their pencils and grab sack lunches, REMSA/Care Flight would like to remind parents and community members of some basic back to school tips and precautions. Before going back to school: Get up to date on vaccinations Ensure your kids are vaccinated before the school year … [Read more...] about REMSA Community Advisory | Back to School Safety
Leadership Reno-Sparks Class of 2018 Launches “3 in 30” Campaign
Group led by Ann Silver, CEO of the Reno + Sparks Chamber of Commerce, taps social media for its community project Reno/Sparks – The Leadership Reno-Sparks Class of 2018 launched its community project called “3 in 30.” Organized by the Reno + Sparks Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by each participant’s employer, Leadership Reno-Sparks aims to identify and develop current … [Read more...] about Leadership Reno-Sparks Class of 2018 Launches “3 in 30” Campaign
Around the State: August 2018
First UNLV Innovation Building Breaks Ground Gardner Company, the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) and the UNLV Research Foundation has begun construction on the first building of the UNLV Harry Reid Research and Technology Park. Part of a 122-acre, master planned campus, this first building will be four-stories and 110,000 square feet. This research, technology and … [Read more...] about Around the State: August 2018
New Superintendent Selected to Lead Legacy Traditional Schools in Nevada
Las Vegas – Legacy Traditional Schools, a network of public, tuition-free charter schools in Nevada and Arizona, announced Candyce Farthing as superintendent of Legacy Traditional Schools in Nevada. Farthing brings over 16 years of K-12 education experience, specifically with charter schools, to her new position where she will lead educational growth and direction for three … [Read more...] about New Superintendent Selected to Lead Legacy Traditional Schools in Nevada
JAG Nevada Among First Recipients of Tesla’s Nevada K-12 Education Investment Fund
Organization to receive initial investment of $200,000 to help encourage students to pursue STEM-related careers LAS VEGAS — Jobs for Nevada’s Graduates (JAG Nevada), a nonprofit agency that partners with public education and private agencies to develop high school students into the talent employers want to hire using education and skills training, is proud to announce it … [Read more...] about JAG Nevada Among First Recipients of Tesla’s Nevada K-12 Education Investment Fund
Gardner Company and UNLV Break Ground on First Innovation Building of Harry Reid Research & Technology Park
Construction of the 122-acre master planned campus marks a new era of research and innovation in southern Nevada LAS VEGAS – Gardner Company, UNLV and the UNLV Research Foundation (UNLV RF) kicked off construction for the first innovation building of the UNLV Harry Reid Research & Technology Park (UNLV Tech Park) with an official groundbreaking ceremony. Representatives … [Read more...] about Gardner Company and UNLV Break Ground on First Innovation Building of Harry Reid Research & Technology Park