Life Skills
Senator Square: Unplugged and loving it at Carson High School
Submitted by editor on Sun, 03/24/2019 - 8:41amCHS celebrated its Second Annual Carson Unplugged event this past week where staff and students were encouraged to unplug from technology and be present in the moment, enjoying more face-to-face interactions and less screen time.
Douglas Youth Football League 2019 registration this Saturday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/19/2019 - 4:29pmGARDNERVILLE — The Carson Valley Patriots have now expanded into the Douglas Youth Football League and have announced the dates for their 2019 season in-person registration events. The opening event will be held Saturday, March 23 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Pizza Factory in Minden.
Capital City Farm Days in Carson City to teach youth about Nevada agriculture
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 03/16/2019 - 7:55pmUniversity of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s 4-H presents Capital City Farm Days, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., April 11-12 at the Carson City Fairgrounds and Fuji Park Exhibit Hall, 601 Clear Creek Road in Carson City.
There will be about 30 presenters teaching elementary-age youth about Nevada agriculture, where food and fiber come from, and environmental issues related to agriculture.
Carson City's Pioneer High School early graduation candidate list announced
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 02/16/2019 - 2:56pmZig Ziglar said, “I believe success is achieved by ordinary people with extraordinary determination.”
Several Pioneer High School students have demonstrated just how far determination can take you by working hard to graduate early. These Carson City students are all unique individuals, but they share some similar traits that help them succeed. Being ambitious and goal-oriented helps students to persevere.
Nevada Enrichment Program offers free classes to the community
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 02/10/2019 - 3:31pmThanks to the Nevada Enrichment Program Grant, Life Skills Trainer Monica Marcinko from Accessible Space, Inc., is now able to offer free life skill classes to the community. The classes are open to all adults with special needs, seniors, veterans, etc.
Senator Square: Carson High School welcomes new National Honor Society members
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/30/2018 - 7:07amNational Honor Society President Eleanor Sturm made her opening remarks at the annual NHS induction ceremony Sept. 17 in the CHS Big Gym. Guest Speaker, Greater Nevada Credit Union Vice President Jenny Casselman then addressed the new NHS members and discussed what it means to be a part of such a fantastic organization and the responsibilities of being an NHS member.
Carson City area kids to join 4-H and Google in computer science challenge
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 09/26/2018 - 4:12pmCARSON CITY — Kids and teens ages 10-14 in Carson City will join more than 150,000 children across the country in leading the 11th annual 4-H National Youth Science Day challenge throughout the month of October. This year’s challenge, Code Your World, teaches young people computer science skills through four engaging hands-on activities.
Senator Square: Carson High School student directs cheer camp for Senior Project
Submitted by editor on Sun, 09/23/2018 - 6:12amFor my 2019 Senior Project, a Carson High School graduation requirement, I chose to be the coordinator and director of the annual junior cheer camp because I want to increase my knowledge and understanding on how to put on a special event; I also desire to improve my personal leadership, communication, and delegation skills.
Adulting 101: Carson City JAG program teaches career skills, communication and self-advocacy
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 08/23/2018 - 10:05amJobs for America’s Graduates, also known as JAG, is a program across the country that teaches life skills to high school students, so that they can be prepared for the work force after graduation. However, Carson City’s own Pioneer High School’s JAG instructor, Chyanne Corley, has taken that idea farther. She teaches her students not only to be prepared for the work force, but to become confident, well rounded adults.
CHS Robotics Team holds car wash this Saturday at Carson City's Grocery Outlet
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 07/05/2018 - 10:20amHave your car or truck washed and support members of the Carson High School Robotics team, Cyber Mafia, this Saturday, July 7 at Grocery Outlet in Carson City.
It's Your City: Capital City Farm Days to teach youth about agriculture in Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/17/2018 - 10:04amIn this week's It's Your City, host Cortney Bloomer sits down with Sandy Wallin of the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, which is hosting Capital City Farm Days this Thursday and Friday at the Carson City Fairgrounds and Fuji Park Exhibit Hall.
Carson City's Boys & Girls Club’s Sampson in D.C. to advocate against after school program cuts
Submitted by editor on Mon, 04/16/2018 - 12:20pmMatt Sampson, director of operations for Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada in Carson City, travels to Washington, D.C., April 18-19, to advocate for afterschool programming threatened by cuts in the proposed 2019 federal budget.
Capital City Farm Days at Fuji Park aims to teach youth about Nevada agriculture
Submitted by editor on Tue, 03/20/2018 - 10:23amNevada's rural roots will be on display for school children to see next month in Carson City with the annual Capital City Farm Days, hosted by University of Nevada Cooperative Extension 4-H.
John Hurzel teaches Celebrity Chef Cooking Class at Boys and Girls Club
Submitted by Jim Gustafson on Thu, 03/15/2018 - 7:39pmJohn Hurzel, owner of A Catered Affaire, presented themes recent class in the series, Celebrity Chef Cooking Classes – A Healthy Lifestyles Program, at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada, 1870 Russell Way, on Thursday.
CHS health students introduced to Advocates to End Domestic Violence community agency
Submitted by editor on Tue, 02/13/2018 - 12:52pmFreshman health students at Carson High School took courses Tuesday morning from Advocates to End Domestic Violence.
U.S. housing leaders tour Carson City's innovative, affordable Richard’s Crossing development
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 02/12/2018 - 12:31pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Rural Housing Authority highlighted some of its affordable housing successes during a recent visit by Jimmy Stracner, Regional Administrator for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Carson City's Advocates to End Domestic Violence receives $20K grant in October campaign
Submitted by editor on Tue, 10/24/2017 - 3:35pmThroughout October’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month the Mary Kay Foundation is awarding 150, $20,000 grants to domestic violence shelters nationwide including Carson City-based Advocates to End Domestic Violence.
Senator Square: Carson High School open house and unplugged exciting success
Submitted by editor on Sun, 09/17/2017 - 12:45amCHS opened its doors a little longer, a little wider, and totally unplugged for Sept. 11-17, 2017. Students and staff participated in daily activities supporting and encouraging a non-digital learning environment. Each day, five standards of Social and Emotional Learning were touched by encouraging students to power-down their phones and unplug.
Carson City School District improving space, energy efficiency for new school year
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Mon, 08/07/2017 - 10:46pmA number of projects are on the agenda this year for the Carson City School District, not the least of which is a district-wide refit with energy-efficient improvements designed to give substantial annual savings back to the community over the next two decades, CCSD Operations Director Mark Korinek said.
Carson City School District to offer preschool at Boys and Girls Club
Submitted by editor on Mon, 07/24/2017 - 10:06amThe Carson City School District has partnered with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Nevada to house a new Pre-K (preschool) classroom at the Carson City clubhouse located at 1870 Russell Way. Twenty students between the ages of 4 and 5 will receive full-day instruction this school year Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Capital City Farm Days to teach youth about agriculture in Nevada
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/13/2017 - 9:42amUniversity of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s 4-H's Capital City Farm Days in Carson City is set for April 20-21. There will be 28 presenters teaching elementary-age youth about Nevada agriculture, where food and fiber come from, and environmental issues related to agriculture.
Nevada Rural Housing, FISH cut ribbon on new Richards Crossing in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Wed, 04/12/2017 - 5:02pmLess than a year ago, Richards Crossing existed only on paper. But a project that had originally spawned from the vision of Friends In Service Helping (FISH) and other community members is now a manifest reality.
Freedom Writers: My Journey to Juvie
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 04/11/2017 - 8:43pm“I made a decision that incarceration would not be my last destination. God is not done with me yet.” — Anonymous
I remember when I first met Alyssa, along with a dozen other students, in my class. As they were reading aloud, and under her breath, Alyssa politely corrected the girl reading in the chair next to her. She was shy, wise, and well-spoken.
Carson High School Robotics Team advances to FIRST World Championship
Submitted by editor on Tue, 03/28/2017 - 11:28amTeam Captain, the Carson High School robotics team representing Carson City, has been invited to the prestigious FIRST World Championship, which includes 39 countries, in Houston, Texas to be held next month.
Carson City Toyota community challenge matches $10,000 in donations for Boys and Girls Clubs
Submitted by editor on Fri, 03/24/2017 - 11:59amDick Campagni, owner of Carson City Toyota Scion and the Campagni Auto Group, issues an annual challenge to Carson City — he’ll match your donations to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Nevada dollar for dollar up to $10,000 during the months of March and April.
Nowruz 'New Year' celebration in Carson City to benefit Veterans Healing Camp
Submitted by editor on Mon, 03/13/2017 - 11:36amGet your tickets now for the Annual Nowruz “New Year” Celebration Feast to benefit Veterans Healing Camp on Tuesday, March 21 from 5 to 10 p.m. at the Casino Fandango Buffet Banquet Room in Carson City.
This casual and festive fundraiser features great food, music, dancing, silent auction and door prize. Nowruz is the ancient Persian “New Year” celebrated since 1700 B.C. that occurs on the first day of spring at the vernal equinox. Please treat your favorite veteran to a night on the town and support this great cause.
FISH Receives a Matching Fund Grant up to $10,000
Submitted by editor on Wed, 12/07/2016 - 2:50pmFISH believes that families, veterans, and seniors going through hard times deserve a “hand-up” so they can become self-sufficient. Our Ranchos Family Service Center is helping to change lives of Douglas County residents with food, clothing, training, life skills, budgeting, employment, and community referrals.
Carson City activates emergency warming shelter at Fuji Park
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/06/2016 - 1:15pmFISH, in cooperation with the City of Carson City and the Red Cross, will be offering a warming shelter in anticipation of the freezing temperatures projected for Tuesday evening.
Veterans Spotlight: A new look at FISH
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Wed, 09/07/2016 - 12:24pmThere's an old proverb that says, "a friend in need is a friend indeed."
For the needy in Carson City and surrounding rural counties, there may be no greater ally than Friends In Service Helping, otherwise known by its familiar acronym FISH.
AM Smith Electric supports Arrowhead 4-H Livestock Club
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 09/03/2016 - 2:46pmWe would like to thank AM Smith Electric and Melissa Caron for purchasing Julia Ruedy's Reserve Grand Champion Steer at the Silver State Livestock Show held at the Lyon County Fair.
Julia has been a member of Arrowhead 4-H Livestock Club for the last six years. She has raised and cared for many animals during her time with the club. The generous support of local business and her grandparents, Julian and Joanna Smith, has allowed her to flourish. Julia recently graduated Carson High School and is now attending the University of Wyoming in Laramie.