A whiteboard on the wall in the office of Dr. Kristen McNeill reminds visitors — and McNeill — to exercise patience and grace each day. The message is likely to be needed in coming months as schools around Nevada work through a multitude of issues to get on their feet after the COVID-19 pandemic, said McNeill, superintendent of the Washoe County School District (WCSD). “We’re … [Read more...] about Education Outlook
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Industry FocusEducation
Education in Nevada right now is going through a trial by fire as teachers and administrators try to find the best way to continue teaching amidst a pandemic. From distance learning to increased gaps in student needs, 2020 has been a challenging year for educators. Recently, leaders in education met in a virtual roundtable, sponsored by City National Bank, to discuss their … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Dr. Rob Valli
President, Sierra Nevada University Type of Business: EducationBased in: Incline VillageHails From: San Francisco, CA Years Co. has been in Nevada: 50Years with Company in Nevada: >1Employees with Company: 150 What was your first job? I’ve been blessed to have worked every day since age 16, when I was a busboy in my godfather’s restaurant. I was one of the few he … [Read more...] about Dr. Rob Valli
Private Education in NevadaOperational Changes
Parents in the U.S. have the right to choose the best form of education for their children. Choices include public and private schools, religious-affiliated and independent schools. According to the Nevada Department of Education (DOE), northern Nevada has 39 private schools with 4,012 students attending. Southern Nevada has 90 with 15,473 students enrolled. The student to … [Read more...] about Private Education in Nevada
A Look at EducationMoving at the Speed of Knowledge
A vibrant, diverse economy requires a trained, educated workforce. A trained, educated workforce capable of taking on the diverse needs of its community requires a system of education designed to meet the needs of individuals and institutions in that economy. “We have to ensure that students who come out of college have good written and verbal skills and can work … [Read more...] about A Look at Education
The Highest Sales Tax in the Nation Won’t Fix Nevada Education
Nevadans deserve an education system that actually works, not merely one that costs more money. Nevada already spends roughly $10,200 per student, an amount comparable to numerous states (and nations) that outperform us academically on a regular basis. And yet, the Clark County Education Association (CCEA) is convinced that a simple billion-dollar tax hike will, somehow, fix … [Read more...] about The Highest Sales Tax in the Nation Won’t Fix Nevada Education
Educating for What Will BeMeeting Nevada’s Future Needs
It’s evident that education cannot remain static and neither can it exist as separate from the real world. Rather, experts agree it needs to be made up of a series of interconnected, flexible institutions that reflect the change of Nevada industries and the demands and opportunities of technology. “You can’t educate kids in a vacuum. We always have to be looking at the … [Read more...] about Educating for What Will Be
Where’s All the Marijuana Money? Education Funding
Remember when President Obama promised the ACA would lower costs and allow us to keep our providers? We all know how that turned out. It seems the same thing happened with tax revenues from the state’s newest industry – Marijuana. When proponents were touting all the reasons we should legalize the industry, funding education was at the top of the list. A few years later, and … [Read more...] about Where’s All the Marijuana Money? Education Funding
“More Taxes!” – The Teacher Union’s Solution to Education
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
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”