On Monday, August 8, SAHARA Las Vegas team members distributed backpacks filled with school supplies to underprivileged students during the first day of school at Robert E. Lake Elementary School as part of the property’s SAHARA Cares initiative. Last month on Saturday, July 23, 17 SAHARA team members volunteered their time to help fill these backpacks provided by local … [Read more...] about Sahara Las Vegas Team Members Surprise Robert E. Lake Elementary School Faculty, Students with Supplies
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Go Blue for World Autism Day and Autism Awareness Month
The Collaboration Center Foundation to Host Las Vegas’ Largest Autism and Developmental Disability Resource Fair and Family Fun Night on April 2 Autism now affects a staggering one in 44 children and youth, and is on the rise of being diagnosed as a co-occurring condition with other disabilities. In recognition of Autism Awareness Month in April and World Autism Day, … [Read more...] about Go Blue for World Autism Day and Autism Awareness Month
The Top Colleges for Education in Greater Vegas Area
Nevada houses hundreds of renowned colleges and universities, some of which are ranked among the highest in the nation for their degree programs. If you live in the Silver State and are looking to pursue a degree in education, these are some of the best schools to consider. How Much Does It Cost to Go to College in Nevada? Nevada offers tuition discounts for students … [Read more...] about The Top Colleges for Education in Greater Vegas Area
Raiders Join in National School Breakfast Week Celebration
The Las Vegas Raiders today teamed up with US Foods and the Dairy Council of Nevada this week to celebrate National School Breakfast Week (NSBW) with students at Thiriot Elementary School in Las Vegas. Raider Rusher, mascots Daisy the Cow and Sporky from the Dairy Council of Nevada joined students for breakfast to highlight the importance of school morning meals and the … [Read more...] about Raiders Join in National School Breakfast Week Celebration
Chefs for Kids “Cookin’ Up Breakfast” Program Makes Post Pandemic Return
Local chefs served up breakfast for more than 400 students and teachers at Kermit R. Booker ES. More than 400 students and teachers at Kermit R. Booker ES received a free, healthy breakfast as part of Chefs for Kids’ “Cookin’ Up Breakfast” program on Thursday, Feb. 17. After a two year pause due to COVID-19, the breakfast program is able to continue now thanks to a generous … [Read more...] about Chefs for Kids “Cookin’ Up Breakfast” Program Makes Post Pandemic Return
Raiders FB Alec Ingold Provides Resources to Las Vegas School
Las Vegas Raiders fullback Alec Ingold joined players across the NFL to provide much needed items to youth and families this winter. Ingold’s support will jumpstart an entire school for their second semester. Through the Raiders Foundation and national nonprofit Beyond the Basics Inc., Ingold donated classroom supplies, books, clothing, toys, games, diapers and wipes … [Read more...] about Raiders FB Alec Ingold Provides Resources to Las Vegas School
VEGAS PBS KIDS Writers Contest Now Accepting Entries
Entries are now being accepted for the VEGAS PBS KIDS Writers Contest Presented by Janice Allen. The VEGAS PBS KIDS Writers Contest is designed to promote the advancement of children’s literacy skills through hands-on learning. The contest—made possible by local financial support from Janice Allen—empowers participants to celebrate creativity and build literacy skills while … [Read more...] about VEGAS PBS KIDS Writers Contest Now Accepting Entries
Local Kindergarten – 12th Grade Artists Showcased on Annual Happy Times 2022 Calendar
Silver State Schools Credit Union (SSSCU), a Las Vegas based financial institution, celebrating over 70 years of serving its members, is set to showcase 13 talented students, Kindergarten through 12th grade, for their winning submissions to the Happy Times 2022 Calendar. This marks the 36th Anniversary of the annual SSSCU calendar. Students from across Southern Nevada were … [Read more...] about Local Kindergarten – 12th Grade Artists Showcased on Annual Happy Times 2022 Calendar
Station Casinos Announces $110,000 Donation to the Public Education Foundation and $100,000 to Three Square Food Bank to Support Las Vegas’ Children
Station Casinos Announces $110,000 Donation to the Public Education Foundation and $100,000 to Three Square Food Bank to Support Las Vegas’ Children Station Casinos announced today that the company is donating over $200,000 to two Las Vegas organizations committed to helping the valley’s children. The company is donating $110,000 to The Public Education Foundation for its … [Read more...] about Station Casinos Announces $110,000 Donation to the Public Education Foundation and $100,000 to Three Square Food Bank to Support Las Vegas’ Children
Toys for Tots 2021 Christmas Holiday Campaign Kick-Off
October 1, 2021 marks the official kick-off for the Toys for Tots 2021 holiday campaign running through Christmas. U.S. Marines and volunteers will be conducting 830 local toy collection and distribution campaigns in all 50 states, DC, Puerto Rico, Guam, and U.S. Virgin Islands. Who: U.S. Marines and 35,000+ volunteers, millions of local supporters, hundreds of … [Read more...] about Toys for Tots 2021 Christmas Holiday Campaign Kick-Off