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Cim.-Mem. HS to hold middle school parent night

Friday March 19, 2010 - Schools

Students who will be entering high school next fall, along with their parents, are invited to a middle school parent night at Cimarron-Memorial High School on Thurs., March 25. Activities will begin at 6 p.m. in the school’s cafeteria.

East CTA's FCCLA members shine at conference

Friday March 19, 2010 - Schools

Under the direction of teacher Sue Fullmer, East CTA's Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) members competed at the FCCLA State Conference. Silver and bronze winners were Sarah Ashworth, Jessica Cramer, Emily Olsen, Vai Pine, Leticia Ramirez, Jessica Skinner, and Miranda Sprague. Earning a first place gold award was Adrianna Ortega. Adrianna, Miranda Sprague, Jessica Skinner and Sarah Ashworth earned the right to compete nationally in events related to their program studies in Early Childhood Education. The students will take part in a national competition in Chicago in early July.

Women's group is helping Park Elem. School

Friday March 19, 2010 - Schools

A group of women from the John S. Park Elementary School kindergarten class of 1961-1962 have founded a group they call Woven. This group of women were in Doris Hancock's kindergarten class. These individuals went on to become become teachers, nurses and other professionals. Most recently Woven donated a number of items they had collected to benefit the students at John S. Park. Woven is now working on forming a coalition of tutors and volunteers to provide additional support for Park's students.

Citi Foundation presents $30K grant to Clark HS

Thursday March 18, 2010 - Schools

Clark High School received a $30,000 grant from Citi Foundation dedicated to the Academy of Finance (AOF) students for the AOF College Bound Initiative. The Academy of Finance at Clark HS is the only college prep program of its kind in Nevada’s public school system.

PDK plans "Chalk Walk" @ Clark HS May 1st

Thursday March 18, 2010 - Schools

Phi Delta Kappa International will hold a "Chalk Walk" at Clark High School May 1 to honor teachers. For details, contact Christina Brooks at 799-1719.

Local schools to perform in Henderson parade 4/17

Thursday March 18, 2010 - Schools

Hinman Elementary cheerleaders, the Basic High School Band, the Burkholder Middle School Band, the Green Valley HS Band, the Mannion MS Band and the Miller MS Band are among the scheduled performers for the City of Henderson's annual Heritage Parade on April 17.

NWCTA Scholarship Golf Tournament set for Apr. 24

Wednesday March 17, 2010 - Schools

The Third Annual Northwest CTA Scholarship Golf Tournament will be held Sat., April 24 at the Highland Falls Golf Course. For information, contact David Philippi at 799-6460, ext. 4305.

Thiriot Elem. School to "Read Across America" 3/24

Friday March 12, 2010 - Schools

Thiriot Elementary School will emphasize the importance of literacy by hosting a Read Across America event for its students on Wed., March 24. Highlights will include a Dr. Seuss trivia game and birthday party. The National Education Association’s Read Across America project encourages people of all ages to celebrate reading.

Jo Mackey ES students donate food to Three Square

Thursday March 11, 2010 - Schools

Working together with their business partner, Sam's Club, the Jo Mackey Elementary School Student Council organized a canned food/non-perishable items drive. Students from all grade levels brought in over 900 canned goods and non-perishable items to help Sam's Club fill a semi truck to benefit Three Square.

A-Tech shines at regional mock trial contest

Thursday March 11, 2010 - Schools

A-Tech’s Mock Trial team had an outstanding showing at the Regional Mock Trial contest held Feb. 20 at the Regional Justice Center. The A-Tech Silver team that includes Mayquel Carranzo-Avaejo, Paulina Olivares, Vrinkley Pruna, Parker Junger, Miquel Lopez and James Ringley qualified for the State Mock Trial tournament. Parker Junger was the runner up for best witness and Alexander Tin was the runner up for best lawyer.