Author: Illiana Banuelos

As a proud Canyon Springs High School Pioneer, Aniya Coleman has dedicated her efforts to becoming a versatile student throughout her years in high school. In addition to achieving a high grade point average and participating in various student activities such as clubs or sports, she recognizes her potential to aim for excellence and inspire others through her actions. She discovered that by making the most of the plentiful opportunities that the school provides to students, she could excel as a proactive and inventive leader in the Student Council or a determined and tenacious athlete on the track. This star…

Palo Verde High School is proud to recognize Santyna Sampson as our Star Graduate for the Class of 2024. Santyna is truly an engaged Panther who is leaving her mark on our school community. She has excelled in two of our Career Technical Education programs in addition to numerous honors and Dual Enrollment courses. Her dedication extends beyond the classroom into her extracurricular activities. She played for our varsity tennis team for all 4 years and was named the junior and senior captain. She led her team to consecutive state tennis championships. Additionally, she has participated in our chapters of…

May is Jewish American Heritage Month. The Clark County School District (CCSD) honors and recognizes the impactful contributions made by Jewish Americans. 

In honor of School Nurse Day, the Clark County School District wants to recognize the more than 225 nurses who support students. Almost every student has interacted with their school nurse as they are an integral part of keeping students healthy, safe and ready to learn.  As part of the celebration, CCSD Interim Superintendent Dr. Brenda Larsen-Mitchell invited five school nurses, nominated by their supervisors to a special lunch. The nurses were recognized for supporting student health and supporting their colleagues through mentorship. Nurses Diedre Domingo, Tamara Duff, Andrea Marcum, Bridget Mends and Laura O’Connor were recognized as Exemplary Employees…

Changes align with academic and collaborative priorities Las Vegas, NV – Interim Superintendent Dr. Brenda Larsen-Mitchell is implementing strategic leadership changes to enhance instructional excellence and foster stronger community partnerships with the Clark County School District. “These appointments reflect our steadfast commitment to cultivating a culture of collaboration and excellence within the Clark County School District,” said Dr. Larsen-Mitchell. “As Interim Superintendent, my priorities are improving student outcomes, building relationships, championing our educators, and fostering trust across all facets of our community.” Aligned with these priorities, Dr. Larsen-Mitchell has appointed seasoned instructional leader Melissa Gutierrez as deputy superintendent of the…

Liam Simpson is a student with multiple impairments and has attended John F. Miller School since the 5th grade. Liam has a deep affection for jazz music and a general love for all kinds of music. He is not one to idle. He takes joy in riding the adaptive bike and using the gait trainer. Personalized attention and human interaction bring Liam great satisfaction, and he remains alert and engaged when staff read to him. Liam is widely regarded as a content and cheerful young man with the sweetest smile. To learn more about this year’s Star Grads, please visit stargrads.ccsd.net.

The next time you are watching television or scrolling through social media, you just might find an advertisement filmed by a Clark County School District student. “What is your why?” That is the question students were asked as part of the 2024 Student-Produced PSA Contest through the Academy of Scholastic Broadcasting. Isaac Chapman, a video production student at Palo Verde High School, took up the challenge and earned first prize with his public service announcement highlighting the importance of safe and sober driving. As cameraman, director, and editor of the video, Issac presented how a decision to drive while impaired…

Allyson Trump embodies academic excellence, and Silverado High School is honored to announce Allyson as their 2024 Star Graduate! Allyson has an unwavering commitment and dedication to her academic performance, and she also has a passion for immersing herself in opportunities. Allyson’s academic achievements place her at the top of her class as a valedictorian candidate, and her commitment to her extracurricular accomplishments and our community exceeds expectations. She shows her heartfelt commitment to our school community and our community at large by wholeheartedly participating in acts of service. She is an integral leader and member of our Key Club,…

Harrison Park, characterized by his exemplary academic performance, dedication to extracurricular activities, and commitment to community service, carries a weighted GPA of 4.95 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0. Harrison consistently achieves high marks, earning A’s in his classes. He is highly regarded by both teachers and peers for his classroom contributions and responsible approach to his studies. Beyond academics, Harrison demonstrates exceptional character traits, including organization, respectfulness, and a communicative nature. He actively engages in school activities as a student in the performing arts and participates in various clubs such as Coding Masters, Science Olympiad, Stem Club, and National…

Sean Alejandro came to Centennial High School from the Philippines for the Fall 2022 semester–the beginning of his junior year. His father had recently passed and Sean wanted a new start, so he moved in with relatives in Las Vegas. Sean quickly established himself as a successful and personable student earning high grades and making many friends. However, by senior year, Sean was unhoused and working two jobs to make ends meet. Nonetheless, he continued to excel academically and remain highly social with his peers. Sean is on track to earn the College & Career Ready diploma. He plans to…