back to school
Carson City schools to host upcoming campus meet and greets, orientations and open houses
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 08/07/2019 - 8:25amWith the first day of school fast approaching, August 19, Carson City School District wants all students and parents to be aware of some important back-to-school information, event dates and the electronics policy at Carson High School effective this year.
Make it a Safe Return: NDOT provides back-to-school walking, bicycle riding tips
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/06/2019 - 9:52amCARSON CITY — As schoolchildren across the region prepare to go back to school, the Nevada Department of Transportation is providing tips to safely bicycle and walk to school.
Tragically, there were approximately 80 pedestrian fatalities and eight bicyclist fatalities on Nevada roads last year. We hope all drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists will share the road to help our communities safely travel back to school.
Back to School Expo!
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 08/05/2019 - 1:06pmGet ready to go back to school with Meadowood Mall!
Join us and the Washoe County School District to learn more about this upcoming school year. After-school programs, registration, health, school counselors, safety, and more!
More details coming soon, event scheduled to take place August 10th from 12-3 p.m.
Carson City Library to host end of Summer Learning Challenge wrap-up party
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/31/2019 - 10:57amThe Carson City Library is gearing up for back to school with an end of summer party on Saturday, August 10. Youth participating in library activities this summer as part of the Summer Learning Challenge are encouraged to dress up as their favorite sci-fi character and join staff to wrap up the summer devoted to space and science themes.
Vaccine Voucher offered by Health and Human Services for Back to School Requirements
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 07/11/2019 - 11:41amThe Vaccine Voucher was created in partnership with Immunize Nevada and Carson City Health and Human Services and covers vaccine administration costs.
The voucher may be redeemed at Carson City Health and Human Services. Walk-ins are welcome on Thursdays 8:30-11:30 a.m. and 1:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Carson City Library launches Summer Learning Challenge with space theme
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/10/2019 - 3:10pmThe Carson City Library hosted its kick-off party Saturday to launch its Summer Learning Challenge with a space-oriented theme, designed to encourage people of all ages to read over the summer.
Carson City's Library’s learning challenge will be out of this world
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/02/2019 - 10:56amThis year’s Summer Learning Challenge at the Carson City Library is shaping up to be out of this world.
“Our theme this year is A Universe of Stories,” said Maria Klesta, the library’s creative learning manager. “Every Summer Learning Challenge event will be space-oriented. We have some great events lined up, which can be found on the Carson City Library website.”
Senator Square: Carson High School's Carneta yearbook staff have successful year
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 04/27/2019 - 4:52pmAs the school year comes to an end, the 2018-2019 Carneta yearbook staff can finally slow down and take a breath. At the end of the week before Spring Break, at 8:30 p.m., the final pages were submitted, and the book was officially finished. After months of interviewing, photographing, and editing, the book is currently being printed by Walsworth Publishing Co., in Marceline, Kansas.
Career program gives Nevada adults a chance to finish high school degree, enroll in college
Submitted by editor on Wed, 03/06/2019 - 12:31pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Education has started a program that will allow adult learners to complete their high school equivalency and concurrently enroll in college courses.
Dayton Urgent Care seeks items for healthy hygiene kits to give to children this summer
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/05/2019 - 7:10pmOver the last few years Dayton Urgent Care has been giving back to the community and has partnered with Terri Gahr, who works in the schools and is the Dayton Area Resource Coordinator of Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey counties. The organization has been a big help with DUC's clothing drives, Angel trees and the healthy hygiene kits we collect.
Senator Square: For some, Carson High School begins even earlier on Monday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/06/2019 - 6:26amStudents of Carson City School District are back to school Monday, Jan. 7. Sleeping in will become a thing of the past, and the alarm clock snooze button will become the most used and abused item owned by those whose pituitary glands refuse to follow the built-in clock of the body.
Senator Square: Carson High School cycling team excels at Rattlesnake Roundup
Submitted by editor on Sun, 09/16/2018 - 6:58amBlue plaid jerseys with a capital emblem line the trail. Cheers and words of encouragement echo past. My heart is pounding in my chest; my eyes are focused on the path ahead, silently cursing my greatest enemy: the sun. On Sept. 9, the Carson High School Senators Cycling team competed at Rattlesnake Roundup, a Hidden Valley race course.
Carson High School celebrates capital city with Monday open house
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/10/2018 - 6:49pmCarson High School opened its doors a little wider and a little longer Monday night with a back to school open house event that was extended to the entire Carson City community.
Nevada Trucking Association recognizes drivers during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week
Submitted by editor on Mon, 09/10/2018 - 12:57pmRENO — The Nevada Trucking Association, along with the Nevada Highway Patrol, California Highway Patrol and the entire trucking industry, is taking this week to honor the millions of professional truck drivers that deliver America’s freight safely and securely every day.
Carson City Art Gallery featuring new classes in September
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 08/31/2018 - 4:40pmCarson City Art Gallery hopes you enjoyed your summer and are looking forward to the promise of cooler weather and kids back to school for September! As such, we have some new classes to feed your soul!
Monday happenings in Carson City: a new semester for the WNC Wildcats
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Mon, 08/27/2018 - 6:03amIt’s time for the students of Western Nevada College to head back to school. In order to help the day go smoothly, you’ll find coffee and snacks placed strategically around campus. Make sure to spend a moment checking out the new art installation in the main gallery: ‘The Surrealist Eye’ is on display and will have an artist reception on Thursday evening. Have a great week, Carson City.
MONDAY, August 27: Things to do in Carson City
Welcome Back: Carson City schools serve up spirited return across campuses and classrooms
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/20/2018 - 9:59amA warm and hearty “welcome back” reverberated across the lawns, playgrounds and halls Monday morning throughout Carson City as classes officially kicked off for the 2018-19 school year.
Monday happenings in Carson City: time to head Back to School
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Mon, 08/20/2018 - 6:14amI don’t often have something new to say about Monday, but it’s not every day that the new schoolyear begins. That’s right, Carson City, summer vacation is officially over. Please give yourself a little more time to get to work: the school zones are back in effect, school buses will be making their rounds, and kids of all ages will be on the sidewalks and in the crosswalks. Good luck to all of our students and teachers, may this year be the best yet.
MONDAY, August 20: Things to do in Carson City
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Aug. 18 - 19
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 08/17/2018 - 5:35pmWe are running out of summer weekends. I know that’s hard to believe right now, but hoodies and everything pumpkin is just beyond the horizon. Grab summer with both hands and go enjoy this beautiful city. The Brewery Arts Center brings Dennis Johnson and the Mississippi Ramblers to the stage for tonight’s free concert. Check out the Railroad Museum for your fill of music and antique motor cars. Car lovers have two shows to choose from today: spectators will be able to enjoy both, but you’ll have to pick one if you want to enter your ride. Keep reading for more summertime fun.
Carson City schools host 'meet and greets' and open houses now through October
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/16/2018 - 2:34pmCarson City School District's back-to-school preparations are in full effect, with many events happening to help ease parents and children back into the swing of the daily routine of school.
Thursday happenings in Carson City and beyond
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Thu, 08/16/2018 - 6:04amThank goodness for Thursday. The weekend is just hours away, but there is no reason to wait for the fun to start. Take a stroll with Muscle Powered: today’s hike will wind through the far east side of Carson, from Silver Saddle Ranch to Mexican Dam. Artsy Fartsy Art Galley hosts an artist meet and greet for Catherine King; enjoy a glass of wine while discovering her newest work. Head down the rabbit hole, and you may wind up on McFadden Plaza. The Carson City Classic Cinema Club brings the recent live-action version of Alice in Wonderland to the big screen on the downtown stage.
Things to do on Wednesday in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Wed, 08/15/2018 - 6:27amLet’s give this outdoors thing another try. Yesterday’s Jazz and beyond performances were moved indoors at the Brewery Arts Center when the rain hit, but I have more hope for today’s skies. Look for The Other Brothers Band this evening in the Comma Coffee Courtyard. Carson City BMX hosts practice and racing at the track in the Livermore Sports Complex; all ages are invited to participate, and one day memberships are available for those who’d like to try it out.
Tuesday’s happenings in Carson City: And the bands play on
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Tue, 08/14/2018 - 6:02amIt’s a happening day around Carson City. The Jazz and Beyond Music Festival makes an appearance downtown with Under the Radar in the Comma Coffee Courtyard, followed by the Mile High Jazz Band in McFadden Square. Head up the short hill to Silver City for a special hands-on Engineering activity for kids. Join local author Cindy Sutherland for this month’s edition of the Brown Bag Lunch Series at the Nevada State Library and Archives. Freshman, and their parents, are welcomed to Carson High School this morning for orientation, an overview of policies, and a tour.
Monday happenings in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Mon, 08/13/2018 - 6:13amIt’s back to school for our Carson Valley neighbors to the south. Carson City still has one week before the papers, pencils, and notebooks take over for summer freedom. If you have a student in need of vaccines, our Health and Human Services Department offers a week-long, walk-in clinic to get you up to speed. These next couple days come with a fun, mathematical quirk: it’s palindrome week. Today is 8-13-18, the same forwards and backwards. Have a great day, Carson City, you’ll find what Monday has to offer in my list below.
MONDAY, August 18: Things to do in Carson City
Column: Keep chasing the dream, feed your passion
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 08/12/2018 - 12:36pmPersistence. That's the difference between life's winners and its losers.
Winners don't quit, and quitters don't win. It's as simple as that.
One will never accomplish goals in life or realize dreams if one gives up the chase. I've had to learn some hard lessons about that over the years.
Back to School Bash
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 08/09/2018 - 7:03pmThe Carson City Classic Cinema Club and friends want to celebrate the coming school year and help the kids get ready with a free Bash full of live entertainment, games and activities.
Bring the kids to McFadden Plaza on Saturday, August 18 from 10a-2p for all the festivities, and have them bring their backpacks, to fill up with all the supplies that they'll earn as they work their way through the activities and learn about local arts opportunities for after-school fun.
SafeVoice: New hotline to report school bullying, threats of violence deployed in Nevada
Submitted by editor on Mon, 08/06/2018 - 9:17amCARSON CITY — In a statewide effort to combat school violence and bullying, every school in Nevada is now interconnected into the SafeVoice Communications Center, which is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, according to the Nevada Department of Education.
Column: Do you have time to spare for a child?
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 07/15/2018 - 10:18amEach of our lives is run by a clock. Our days are governed by time.
Most of us never seem to have enough of it in a day to do with what we want, much more everything we need done, either.
Capital City Hoops youth basketball camps return to Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Mon, 07/02/2018 - 1:05pmThe second annual Capital City Hoops boys and girls summer basketball programs returns to the Carson City MAC July 9-12 with spots still available.
Coyotes travel to San Jose, looking to stay unbeaten
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/11/2018 - 9:24amRiding a 9-game UPSL unbeaten streak, the Western Nevada FC Coyotes travel to San Jose, CA to take on Real San Jose this Saturday at 6:45 pm. The Coyotes currently sit atop the Wild West Conference standings at 7-1-0 with 22 points. The club is also the number one ranked team in the country for the second consecutive week.