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Do What is Best for You: Enroll in strategies for academic success this fall at WNC
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/06/2020 - 10:59amA group of seasoned professors at Western Nevada College have some sage advice for new and returning students: Enroll in Strategies for Academic Success (EPY 150) class this fall.
WNC performing arts program creates virtual sensations of Broadway classics
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/02/2020 - 9:33amThe Western Nevada Musical Theatre Company is used to building big Broadway productions this time of year, generally drawing from 6,000 to more than 7,000 people from 20 states and Canada. But there’s a bit of a problem.
Virtual reading party, comedy, drum circle and more highlight weekend events in Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 07/30/2020 - 8:50pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a number of activities around the Carson City region. New safety guidelines for the state of Nevada have been enforced, so please make sure to wear a mask and practice safe social distancing.
Education advocates protest budget cuts at Legislature in Carson City Saturday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 07/25/2020 - 11:53amMultiple groups were in front of the legislature Saturday, with the regular every-Saturday Black Lives Matter protest along with the counter “All lives matter” protesters, but this week a new group showed up to have their voices heard in the form of education advocates.
Virtual cabaret, Pokemon party, art and more highlight weekend events in Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 07/24/2020 - 7:30amHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. New safety guidelines for the state of Nevada have been enforced, so please make sure to bring a mask and practice social distancing.
The dangerous and long term mental health consequences of not re-opening schools (opinion)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 07/23/2020 - 5:29pmI am a desperate parent trying to find help. I’m a scared parent wanting to start an open & constructive conversation about our schools in the fall. My public comments have been silenced or not acknowledged. I’m not alone, I’m in the majority & we should have the choice to choose what’s right for our kids.
I think GOV SISOLAK should at least, give us, NEVADA parents & teachers, the CHOICE on whether we want our kids to return or not return to school full time. It should be OUR choice and decision.
Nevada lawmakers start winding down special session; Assembly OKs cuts to budget, $127 million in-add backs
Submitted by admin on Sun, 07/19/2020 - 1:42amMembers of the Assembly took the first step to formally slash hundreds of millions of dollars from state budget accounts to close a $1.2 billion budget gap Saturday evening.
Train rides, live music, fundraisers and more highlight weekend events around Carson City area
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 07/16/2020 - 6:12pmHeading into the weekend there’s a number of activities around the Carson City region. New safety guidelines for the state of Nevada have been enforced, so please make sure to bring a mask and practice social distancing.
When will schools reopen? (opinion)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/15/2020 - 12:32pmSierra Lutheran High School to host special open house for prospective families
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/06/2020 - 9:18amCARSON CITY — Sierra Lutheran High School will host a special open house on Tuesday, July 14, from 6 to 7 p.m. for prospective families interested in learning more about the school and its educational program for the 2020-21 academic year.
Pine Nuts with McAvoy Lane: Four boys on skateboards
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/15/2020 - 10:00amYesterday while out for a walk, I ran into four middle school boys on skateboards and hailed them, "Okay, men, I know you've been out of school, but I've got a pop-quiz for you."
Carson City's Greenhouse Project breaks ground Tuesday on new classroom, event to be Livestreamed
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 05/31/2020 - 11:04amCarson City’s The Greenhouse Project will be hosting a virtual groundbreaking for their new outdoor classroom in order to provide year-round learning to both Carson High School students and community members alike.
Founder of Carson City-based ESL In-Home Program launches fundraiser to provide online learning devices to students
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/28/2020 - 1:44pmAs a result of the coronavirus pandemic, Florence Phillips has taken her all-volunteer tutoring program for immigrants and refugees — English Language Learners In-Home Program — completely online over the last couple of months.
Senator Square: CHS says goodbye to yearbook adviser, astronomy students acknowledged in science journal
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/24/2020 - 8:14amPatt Quinn-Davis, Carson High School Language Arts teacher and adviser of the school newspaper and Carneta yearbook, is retiring. For Quinn-Davis, the publications staff became a part of her family every year and even more so when students stayed with the program throughout their high school careers.
Carson and Pioneer high schools name valedictorians and salutatorians
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/21/2020 - 8:29amThe Carson City School District is pleased to announce six high school seniors (four from Carson High School and two from Pioneer High School) who have shown exceptional academic prowess. The valedictorian and salutatorian honors represent the students who have earned the highest and second highest ranks, respectively, among their graduating class.
Carson City restaurant program aims to reduce plastic, encourages reusable bamboo utensils
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/19/2020 - 1:51pmBeginning Wednesday, the Carson City Green Dining District will feature a special program to help customers support local businesses while reducing their environmental footprint.
Carson High School students compete in virtual Future Health Leaders state competition
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/19/2020 - 8:45amCARSON CITY — Carson High School Career and Technical Education, Future Health Professionals students, also known as HOSA, competed in the 2020 Virtual Nevada State Leadership Conference hosted April 15 through May 8. More than 1,000 students from across the state of Nevada competed in more than 40 medical competition events.
Senator Square: Carson High School Class of 2020 yearbook has arrived
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/17/2020 - 8:03amEditor’s Note: Patt Quinn-Davis is adviser for the Carneta yearbook. She wrote this letter to CHS staff members to share the challenges she and her student staff faced in finishing this year’s carneta. Quinn-Davis also teaches Honors American Literature and English IV.
Rattlesnakes arrive with warm weather across Nevada; here's how to avoid being bitten
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 05/14/2020 - 2:35pmListen, if you live in Nevada, you live in rattlesnake territory. Does that mean you can't leave your house for fear of being bitten? Of course not! Especially because there might be a rattlesnake in your house right now, watching you, so whether you're inside or not makes no difference. However, you can avoid getting bitten with these 10 tips on rattlesnake awareness.
UNR scientists take aim at wildfires in Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/12/2020 - 5:17pmRENO — With wildland fires eating up the forests and rangelands of Nevada each summer, and fire season now upon us, University of Nevada, Reno scientists are examining how drought, climate change and land management will affect future fire activity and how fires can in turn influence plant, soil and hydrologic processes.
Carson City's Greenhouse Project to unveil new community classroom at Carson High School for year-round education
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 05/07/2020 - 10:15amAn expansion is underway at Carson City’s own The Greenhouse Project, which will provide more learning opportunities to those who are inclined toward agricultural science.
Senator Square: A reminder to the CHS family that every day is new, live it to the fullest
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/03/2020 - 6:34amIs this pandemic over with yet? Nope! Not to beat a dead horse, but what is everyone doing with all this time off? For some, time off would be a fantastic development in their busy lives, and for others, time off would be an awful development because they are not able to pay their bills if they cannot go to work.
The point here is clear: Those who need time off cannot have it, and those who have time off do not want it. This is where hope, attitude, and contentment come into play. It is time for a laugh.
Department of Education releases 'Path Forward Plan' to re-open Nevada school buildings
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/29/2020 - 11:18amSenator Square: Love letter to Carson High School students
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/26/2020 - 7:50amEditor’s Note: This week's guest writer is Bridget Gordon-Johnson. She is a counselor at Carson High School. This is her report.
Staying connected to students, virtually, is the biggest challenge every educator is facing right now. Teachers, paraprofessionals, school counselors, administrators, school secretaries, custodians, and everyone for that matter is missing the energy and life students bring to our worlds.
Gardening, planting and renewal: Carsonites can celebrate 50th Earth Day while social distancing
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 04/21/2020 - 11:19amIf there’s one thing that could be considered a positive during the mandated quarantine, it’s that nature is becoming a lot happier. From the return of dolphins in Venice, to the return of wildlife in Yosemite, and a lack of air pollution all around, Earth Day this year is certain to be a memorable one.
Senator Square: Carson High School student shares personal pandemic story
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/19/2020 - 7:37amEditor’s Note: Bryant is a freshman Honors student at CHS, and the following is her response to the poem "A Builder or a Wrecker" by Charles Franklin Benvegar.
During this pandemic, I would love to think I am in fact a builder because I strive to see the best in this, because I have been helping those struggling immensely during these hard times, and because I am doing my best to help the medical professionals I know.
Carson City Humane Society: More than 50 adoptions since COVID-19 shut down
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 04/14/2020 - 10:46amWhile many things have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 shut down, which has essentially ground our normal daily lives to a halt, one thing that it has affected positively have been homeless animals.
Tod Jennings for Mayor
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/09/2020 - 7:50pmAs many of you know, my brother, Tod Jennings, is running for Mayor of Carson City, Nevada. While this might be Tod’s first foray into politics, it is by no means his first experience with public service. And let’s be clear here, politicians are public servants. Being elected into a public office by members of a community means there is an obligation to those constituents.
Carson City Humane Society's Pet of the Week: Woo Woo Von Blitz
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 04/08/2020 - 11:49amHappy Wednesday Carson City! While the days are starting to mush together during quarantine, we still definitely have our Carson City's Pet of the Week Wednesdays to help tell time apart!
Our Pet of the Week this week is Woo Woo Von Blitz.
Carson City resident cannot get tested for COVID-19, she says, despite showing symptoms
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 03/28/2020 - 9:28amOn Thursday, a sobering post began circulating through social media. Abby, a Carson City resident, believes she has COVID-19, and her doctor told her she is presumed to have it. However, because of a lack of tests available, she and many others like her are unable to be tested for the rapidly-spreading, potentially fatal virus.