CCSD news: Spiders, fire safety, and Oz

CHURCHILL COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

Churchill County High School is excited to announce its production of the beloved musical The Wizard of Oz, set to take place in the newly renovated CCHS Auditorium.

Performances will be held on Dec. 6, 7, 13 and 14 at 7 p.m., with special matinees on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 1 p.m. and Thursday, Dec. 12 at 4:30 p.m.

This enchanting production features a diverse cast from various local schools, including students from CCHS, Churchill County Middle School, Oasis Academy, Agape Church School and homeschool programs, spanning grades 6 to 12.

“After six weeks of dedicated rehearsals, the students are eager to showcase their hard work and bring this classic tale to life for the community,” CCHS theatre teacher and director Ashley Adams said.

Tickets for the performances are now available for purchase online at http://www.our.show/fallon/wizard. Don’t miss the chance to support these talented young performers and experience the magic of Oz.

CCMS

Last Thursday evening, Randi Orong’s STEAMLab students transformed the pit into an exciting space where students gathered for a glow dance. This fun-filled event celebrated students' achievements and their adherence to school-wide expectations during the first quarter while also raising funds to support the STEAMLab.

As students entered, they were greeted by vibrant neon lights and music, setting the perfect party atmosphere. The glow dance was a celebration for students and also a testament to CCMS’ strong school community. It was an opportunity for students to come together outside of school hours and enjoy a night of fun.

NUMA

Students in Dominique Johnson’s class recently engaged in an exciting lesson focused on physical weathering, a key geological process.

Each group began their experiment with whole pieces of granite and conglomerate, two types of rock known for their durability. The students carefully shook the rocks in containers, simulating natural forces like wind and water that contribute to weathering. After shaking, they poured the contents onto paper plates, revealing the small fragments created through abrasion.

“It was fun to hear their reactions as they saw the effects that took place. They were truly shocked as they observed firsthand how physical weathering can break down even the toughest rocks,” Johnson said. This interactive activity deepened students’ understanding of geological processes and also sparked their enthusiasm for scientific exploration.

E.C. BEST

Last week, students in Marla Wood's class learned about spiders. They kicked off the week by reading the book "Spiders" by Gail Gibbons. Then they created a chart to show what they learned from the book.

On Tuesday, students revisited these facts and wrote down their own spider facts on worksheets. This helped reinforce their understanding of the material. Wood then divided the class into groups of five and assigned each group a specific type of spider.

Students first read about and researched their assigned spider on their own and then gathered in their groups to discuss what they learned. Then they worked together to complete a spider report about their specific spider and presented their reports to the class. To conclude their spider unit students got to do a fun art project and create a large black spider.

“The goal of this unit was to teach the students about spiders, help enhance their literacy and research skills, and encourage collaboration and creativity among the students – all skills that will serve them throughout their educational journey,” Wood said.

LAHONTAN

In celebration of Fire Safety Month, the Churchill County Fire Department visited Lahontan Elementary School last week. Students were thrilled to meet Sparky the Fire Dog and interact with local firefighters, who shared vital information on fire safety.

During the visit, students learned essential tips on what to do in the event of a fire, the importance of smoke alarms, and how to recognize firefighters in their gear when they arrive to help.

“My students really enjoyed their visit from the fire department and Sparky. We want to thank them for the valuable lessons and engaging experience. They really made it a memorable day for all of us,” teacher Shannon Windriver said.

NORTHSIDE EARLY LEARNING CENTER

Last week, NELC hosted their annual School at the Farm family engagement event, where students and their families went on a field trip to Lattin Farms.

The teachers led students and their families in a number of activities that were designed to educate students while they were still having fun. NELC wants to thank all the families who attended this fun-filled day.

Family engagement events like this one are essential for building connections between families and schools. They create opportunities for parents to be involved in their child's education and enhance students' learning experiences.