Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of August.
Good morning, Henderson.
The Clark County School District and the Clark County Educators Association (CCEA) signed a memorandum of understanding that lets educators donate sick leave to each other.
Superintendent Jesus Jara explained the measure addresses gaps not covered in the current bargaining agreement.
Clark County School District leaders joined students and staff during a groundbreaking ceremony at Robert O.
Gibson Leadership Academy today, launching a project that will upgrade school facilities + expand educational resources. The initiative is expected to benefit student learning in the district.
Clark County schools celebrated the ribbon-cutting for Helen M.
Smith Elementary School as local officials — along with community leaders — gathered to mark the facility's opening. The event highlighted a new educational opportunity for students.
School officials note that CCSD parents raised concerns about safety, large class sizes and discipline practices; 66% of survey respondents mentioned traffic risks near campus (school zones now have doubled fines) while principals and Superintendent Ebert advise families to address issues with local school leaders.
Two premature babies at Sunrise Children’s Hospital celebrated their 100th day in the NICU (dressed as grandmas) in an event planned by staff to mark a key milestone and lift the hospital community’s spirits.
Paseo Verde Little League earned a spot in the Little League World Series after winning the Mountain Region Championship on Friday with a 9-2 victory over Montana.
The team will head to Williamsport, Pennsylvania to compete later this summer.
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