This week, UFC partnered with Girls Empowerment Middle School to host a youth self-defense seminar at UFC FIT Centennial Hills. UFC heavyweight Walt Harris, UFC flyweight Erin Blanchfield and UFC strawweight Vanessa Demopoulos lead a two-hour self-defense seminar with staff and students from Girls Empowerment Middle School, the first all-girls, tuition-free, public charter … [Read more...] about UFC Partners with Girls Empowerment Middle School To Host Youth Self-defense Seminar
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Team 2420A Takes Home Vex IQ Middle School State Championship Title in Nevada as They Advance to U.S. Open
Team 2420A C-Dogs are proud to announce their recent victory at the Vex IQ Nevada State Championship which took place in Las Vegas, NV on Saturday, Feb. 25. This is the second state championship title acquired by the team and they could not be more thrilled. The C- Dogs consists of two students, Cash James and Danard Petit, who competed in the Vex IQ Challenge … [Read more...] about Team 2420A Takes Home Vex IQ Middle School State Championship Title in Nevada as They Advance to U.S. Open
Las Vegas Bowl’s Extra Yard for Teachers Grant Program Application Deadline Extended Until End of Day, Friday, December 2
The purpose of the Las Vegas Bowl’s Extra Yard for Teachers Grant Program is to provide grants for funding innovative sports and leadership projects and to elevate the teaching profession by inspiring and empowering teachers. With the growing student population, there is a need for enhanced learning opportunities. The Las Vegas Bowl Huddle will offer a solution to funding … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Bowl’s Extra Yard for Teachers Grant Program Application Deadline Extended Until End of Day, Friday, December 2
Girls on the Run Las Vegas Holds Its Annual Fall 5K
Girls on the Run Las Vegas held its annual Fall 5K on Saturday, Dec. 4 at University of Nevada, Las Vegas’ Pida Plaza. For the first time since 2019, more than 342 girls from 26 different sites around Southern Nevada dressed in festive, colorful running gear and race bibs, accompanied by their Running Buddies and community runners. Each year, the Girls on the Run hosts … [Read more...] about Girls on the Run Las Vegas Holds Its Annual Fall 5K
Girls on the Run Las Vegas to Host Fall 5K on Dec 4
Girls on the Run Las Vegas (GOTR) invites the Las Vegas community to participate in their 2021 Fall 5K, a non-competitive community. The event marks the culmination of this year’s GOTR fall season, a 10-week experienced-based curriculum designed to inspire girls in grades 3 through 8 to build confidence and make intentional decisions, while fostering care and compassion for … [Read more...] about Girls on the Run Las Vegas to Host Fall 5K on Dec 4
Serving Our Kids Foundation Hosts Emergency Food Drive, Saturday, October 9
The Helms Helps Foundation Kicks off $20,000 Matching Campaign for the Non-Profit Serving our Kids Foundation (SOK) is excited to announce a Drive-thru Food Drive/Collection at the SOK Warehouse in Henderson from 9:00am to Noon. Supporters are encouraged to purchase items from the approved food donation list and drop off on Saturday, utilizing the contactless and delivery … [Read more...] about Serving Our Kids Foundation Hosts Emergency Food Drive, Saturday, October 9
Joey Chestnut Joins 2021 CasaBlanca Rib Fest September 10-12
World Champion Eater to appear during full weekend featuring award-winning barbecue classics, a beer garden and family-friendly events Mesquite Gaming, owner of the Casablanca Resort and Virgin River Hotel, is excited to announce World Champion Eater Joey Chestnut will be participating in this year’s three-day barbecue festival, the 4th Annual 2021 … [Read more...] about Joey Chestnut Joins 2021 CasaBlanca Rib Fest September 10-12
Middle School Students Graduate from City of Henderson’s Inaugural Camp 911 Program
Four-day program involves first-responder scenario trainings and demonstrations City of Henderson hosted a graduation ceremony on Thursday, July 29 for its first graduating class of Camp 911, a four-day program that introduces middle-school youth to law enforcement and emergency services. During the graduation, students between the ages of 11 to 14 were recognized for … [Read more...] about Middle School Students Graduate from City of Henderson’s Inaugural Camp 911 Program
Silver State Schools Credit Union and the Boy Scout Troop 912 Volunteer to Put School Furniture Together at New Charter School Campus
GALS, All Girls Charter School (6 - 8th Grade), Opens August 9, 2021, Enrolling New Students Now Girls Athletic Leadership School, (GALS) is an all-girls tuition-free charter middle school, for 6th-8th grade, that empowers girls to succeed academically, lead confidently, live boldly and thrive physically. This weekend, Silver State Schools Credit Union and Boy … [Read more...] about Silver State Schools Credit Union and the Boy Scout Troop 912 Volunteer to Put School Furniture Together at New Charter School Campus
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