Learning Beyond the Bell Starts with City Of Las Vegas Programs Registration for the Safekey before- and after-school enrichment program, for youth in grades kindergarten through 5, begins Tuesday, July 20, and affords students the opportunity to learn beyond the bell. Registration and payments can be completed online at www.lasvegasnevada.gov/Safekey. Cash, … [Read more...] about Registration for Safekey Before- And After-School Enrichment Programs Begins July 20 for 2021-2022 School Year
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Vegas PBS Announces Winners of 2021 Vegas PBS Kids Writers Contest Presented by Janice Allen
Judges Selected 30 Winning Stories from Nearly 700 Entries Vegas PBS is proud to announce and congratulate the winners of the 2021 VEGAS PBS KIDS Writers Contest Presented by Janice Allen. From a pool of nearly 700 entries, a panel of authors, educational staff and community members selected 18 stories based upon originality, creative expression and several other … [Read more...] about Vegas PBS Announces Winners of 2021 Vegas PBS Kids Writers Contest Presented by Janice Allen
America First Credit Union and Vegas Golden Knights Celebrate Teachers With “Game-Changer” Award
For the fourth year in a row, America First Credit Union and the Vegas Golden Knights honored teachers in the Clark County School District with a special award. The Game-Changer program awarded four outstanding teachers who made a positive impact in the classroom and in the lives of students each with a $1,000 grant that will help to improve their classrooms. Winners … [Read more...] about America First Credit Union and Vegas Golden Knights Celebrate Teachers With “Game-Changer” Award
Raiders Honor Las Vegas Educator Named National Teacher of the Year
The Las Vegas Raiders today honored Juliana Urtubey (pronounced: HOO-lee-on-a ER-two-bay) from Kermit R. Booker Sr. Elementary School, who was recently named the 2021 National Teacher of the Year. Members of the Silver & Black including the Raiderettes visited Booker Elementary School, where they presented Ms. Urtubey with a Silver & Black-themed gift basket on … [Read more...] about Raiders Honor Las Vegas Educator Named National Teacher of the Year
Polar Shades Replaces Stolen Gym Equipment for Local Elementary School
Ronnow Elementary students return to school with full gym equipment after it was stolen during summer break Polar Shades, a locally-owned and operated leading manufacturer of high-quality interior and exterior window shades, delivered brand new gym equipment to students at Ronnow Elementary School on Tuesday, May 4. Last July, thousands of dollars in gym equipment was stolen … [Read more...] about Polar Shades Replaces Stolen Gym Equipment for Local Elementary School
Local Non-Profits Participate in Earth Day Celebrations: Create a Change Now, Lion Habitat Ranch, Vegas PBS and Urban Fresh Farms
Earth Day 2021 is celebrated on April 22; and is a nationwide environmental teach-in to educate people in the United States on issues related to environmental pollution. Earth Day went global in 1990, and as of today, the global environmental movement has over 75,000 partners in over 190 countries working towards protecting our planet. Several non-profits contributed … [Read more...] about Local Non-Profits Participate in Earth Day Celebrations: Create a Change Now, Lion Habitat Ranch, Vegas PBS and Urban Fresh Farms
Enjoy a Glass of Wine and a Night Away from the Kids with Adult Paint Night at Mi Amor Art April 10
Parents and friends are welcome to an evening of painting, wine and small bites…no kids allowed Mi Amor Art has collaborated with fellow local artist Chani Friedman of The Paintery to host their first-ever public painting event. Whether its date night or a night out with friends, leave the kids at home as this Paint Night is for adults only! There will be … [Read more...] about Enjoy a Glass of Wine and a Night Away from the Kids with Adult Paint Night at Mi Amor Art April 10
City Of Las Vegas Hosts Black History Month Events
The city of Las Vegas invites the community to celebrate Black History Month with a variety of events in February. Most of this year’s events will be virtual and those that are not will follow all safety guidelines, including social distancing and the wearing of face-coverings. African-American Heritage Exhibition Through April 14, 2021Monday-Thursday, 7 a.m. – 5:30 … [Read more...] about City Of Las Vegas Hosts Black History Month Events
Communities In Schools of Southern Nevada Expands its Reach to One in Four Title I Schools with Addition of Two Schools
Communities In Schools of Southern Nevada (CIS), an affiliate of the fifth largest state office of the nation’s leading dropout prevention organization, is widening its footprint and reaching even more students and families in need by adding two schools to its network: Ollie Detwiler Elementary School and Raul P. Elizondo Elementary School. CIS’ network in Clark … [Read more...] about Communities In Schools of Southern Nevada Expands its Reach to One in Four Title I Schools with Addition of Two Schools
Vegas PBS Announces the 2021 VEGAS PBS KIDS Writers Contest Presented by Janice Allen
Vegas PBS is now accepting submissions 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, active learning. The contest— made possible by local financial support from Janice Allen—empowers children in grades K-5 to celebrate creativity and … [Read more...] about Vegas PBS Announces the 2021 VEGAS PBS KIDS Writers Contest Presented by Janice Allen