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Jessica Garcia

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CCSD updates work-based learning application after legislative changes

Renewal applications are submitted to the Nevada Department of Education every five years.

NNDA panel sets stage for industrial development in region

The NNDA’s “Business Edge” briefing offered industry leaders a panel on the regional economic development and the industrial real estate outlook.

Nevada Day Parade grand marshals celebrate state’s beauty

Dave Santina and Chris Orr are co-hosts of PBS Reno’s “Wild Nevada” series.

Lyon County school superintendent resigning

Wayne Workman has announced he will resign from his position due to personal circumstances effective June 30, 2024.

Youngest readers scoring better, but overall academic process drops

Board members received an update on MAP assessment data and spring-to-spring trends related to Read by Grade 3.

CHS NJROTC raising funds for national competition

The team is headed to the 2023 U.S. Army Cadet Command Junior ROTC Raider Challenge National Competition.

Carson’s teacher effectiveness improves to 98%

Teacher effectiveness in the Carson City School District in instruction and leadership has improved to 98.4%, up from 97% from last year.

WNC hosts solar eclipse viewing Saturday

Western Nevada College’s Jack C. Davis Observatory will be ready to view the eclipse from 8 to 11 a.m.

State Board of Ed worries ‘goal posts’ moving too far from proficiency

The Nevada Department of Education has released its school star ratings for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Sierra Lutheran students honored for academics

Sierra Lutheran High School honored four students on Sept. 27 for top academic honors.

School board updates restorative discipline plan

The plan Implementing restorative practices in school encourages mediation, intervention and support instead of punitive disciplinary approaches.

State Board of Ed approves start time regulation, seeks community input

There are more steps to occur before actual implementation takes place.

Advocates to End Domestic Violence break ground for shelter

AEDV celebrated the groundbreaking on its shelter for sexual and domestic violence survivors in a private ceremony.

Dalpe maintains strategy of access for WNC

Recently, the college has had its difficulties recruiting students older than 24 with most working or returning to work.

Carson City school board revises strategic plan

The Carson City School Board revised “Empower Carson City 2027,” to provide updated metrics.

Experts share how to help youth, families in mental health crisis

Families seeking resources to help their children in crisis can call on a number of experts, community members heard.

School board adds 3 to Family Life committee

There were no applicants for the religious representative position.

Carson City fabric shop reopens after 1.5 years

For those interested in learning how to quilt or sew, classes are available on Saturdays.

State, district educators work on opportunities through CTE program

The quarterly PLC also was a Regional Career Pathways Advisory Meeting cohosted with Western Nevada College.

Northern Nevada Coin to celebrate 30 years on Sept. 30

Allen Rowe has grown his company to three locations in Reno, Carson City and Gardnerville.

25% of CCSD students chronically absent

About 25% of Carson City students were considered chronically absent during the 2022-23 school year, which is down from a peak of about 40% in the past three years.

Schools may contract Kelly Services for substitutes

The Carson City School District has 129 total active substitutes in its database.

Emergency workers respond to bus crash on Roop Street

Local Carson City firefighters and sheriff’s deputies responded to a Carson City school bus accident transporting Carson High School students and two other vehicles on Tuesday.

Trustees told CHS sports fields ‘a balancing act’

Scheduling conflicts and safety questions with Carson High School’s athletics facilities recently prompted a request for discussion.

School board approves $25M bond for capital projects

The Carson City School Board on Tuesday approved a School Improvement Bond resolution for $25 million in improvements to the district.

McAvoy Layne set for final show as Mark Twain

McAvoy Layne’s final evening as Mark Twain takes place at 7 p.m. Sept. 30 at Piper’s Opera House in Virginia City.

Education board OKs school start time draft regulation

Board President Felicia Ortiz said the intention was to make changes for older students.

Carson City’s Adult Ed an option when life happens

The Adult Ed program provides opportunities to those who were unable to complete their high school diploma.

Reno’s Envirolution receives $90K EPA grant

Envirolution’s grant of $90,000 will be applied to its Project ReCharge, a hands-on, project-based program that focuses on science, technology, engineering, art and steam opportunities for students and training for teachers.

Sheriff’s firearms K-9 Camper quick to help

Originally trained on narcotics, as of March Camper has learned to detect firearms and ammunition.

WNC telescope needs $30,000 repair

WNC originally purchased the C400 telescope for about $50,000 about 20 years ago.

Carson High senior wins NDE logo contest

Luet Lobsien’s design, chosen from among more than 200 student entries, will brand the NDE’s conference for at least two years and be used on the event’s promotional materials.

Lyon County seeks to improve code enforcement process

Information from the workshop will be used to draft an ordinance to present to regional Citizen Advisory Boards and Planning Commission.

District’s Project AWARE still available to students

The district is working with a mental health contractor to provide support at the district’s sites.

Carson schools join national social media lawsuit

The school district joins other districts nationwide seeking changes in the online companies’ practices.

Youth survey shows trends to help ‘move the needle’ in behaviors

The state’s biennial Youth Risk Behavior Survey shows more prevention work is being done to help youth.

Dayton Chamber hires new executive director

Heather Zendejas has taken over the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce.

First day down: Carson students return to schools

Fremont’s students were quick to find their teachers and straightened up once the gates opened before classes.

Carson school district reduces staffing vacancies

The vacancy rate from August 2022 to August 2023 fell 52% in certified positions and 37% in classified jobs

Carson High marching band has big plans for season

Blue Thunder members endured the heat at band camp for two weeks.

Carson teachers welcomed ahead of new year

Superintendent Andrew Feuling said he hoped Carson’s educators had an opportunity to rest or escape this summer.

School board OKs pay hike for non-union administrators

Trustees voted 5-2 to increase salaries for associate superintendents, directors, managers and administrators not covered by union contracts.

School board approves new family life materials

Family Life Advisory Committee members vetted seven new resources for review and adoption.

NDOT has U.S. 50 project planned for Dayton

NDOT and county officials have discussed signals at multiple locations, reconfiguration of the roadway and reducing the speed limit.

Nevada ed board to draft school start time regulation

Board President Felicia Ortiz presented a decision tree seeking to narrow members’ votes.

Sandy Hook mother works with Carson schools staff

The daylong session is for Carson City’s top-level and site administrators.

CHS principal: First year won’t be tidal wave of changes

Dan Carstens said he can tell how personal the campus and its programs are to residents.

Carson high school students acing civics test

The exam is required of each public high school student.

Lyon County may seek lower speed limit in Dayton

Commissioners will consider requesting NDOT reduce the speed limit between Fortune Drive to Lafond Avenue on U.S. 50 in Dayton.

‘I’m not supposed to bury you’: Recovering addict, mom seeks help for daughter

Carson City Juvenile Services offers help to families dealing with high-risk youth behavior.