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CCHS 
First-year game development students in Aaron Holt’s class proudly presented their debut projects in Unreal Engine during a special showcase event for students and staff. After weeks of hard work learning the basics of game design and coding, the students unveiled their first fully playable games. The event allowed peers and teachers to experience these developers' creativity and technical skills. Participants also had the opportunity to meet directly with the developers, ask questions, and share their impressions of the game. 

CCMS
This week CCMS staff and students recognized two staff members who always go out of their way to help others. The staff recognized school secretary Heidi Woolsey, and students recognized teacher Debra Potter. One staff member shared on their nomination form, "Heidi is one of the most amazing people I have ever had the privilege to know…She lights up any room she walks in…She doesn't get enough credit for everything she does. Thank you, Heidi, for being the best secretary ever." One student said on their nomination form, "Mrs. Potter is very nice, and when we need help with our work, she is always there to help us." Woolsey and Potter are making CCMS a great place to work and learn. 

Numa 
Newly elected 5th-grade Student Council members are off to an impressive start. They visited all fourth and fifth-grade classes to promote Nevada's Week of Respect through engaging activities emphasizing the importance of a positive school environment. The Council presented word scramble posters featuring uplifting affirmation statements, encouraging their peers to work together to unscramble the words. As they collaborated on this fun challenge, students had meaningful discussions about the significance of mutual respect and inclusivity in our school. The Student Council’s initiative not only fostered teamwork among classmates but also reinforced the message of respect and kindness that is essential for a thriving school environment.

E.C. Best  
Last week, Monica Mayfield's third-grade students completed their Wonder Stories, tackling questions that sparked their imagination and understanding. From asking why they have hair and nails to unraveling how broken bones heal, students learned how to cite text evidence to support their answers. They sharpened their math skills by mastering four strategies for solving multiplication problems: working with equal groups, arrays, counting bys, and repeated addition. As students share their findings and solve math challenges, it’s clear that collaboration and critical thinking are at the center of learning in Mayfield’s classroom. 

Lahontan 
Students in Jenny Young’s first-grade class worked on life science concepts and learned about the life cycle of plants. They participated in hands-on activities that deepened their understanding of how plants thrive in their environments. The unit began with an investigation of a sunflower head. Students examined the structures and patterns that make sunflowers so unique. They tasted sunflower seeds. They got to show off their creativity, crafting cheerful sunflower pictures and showcasing their artistic talents while reinforcing their learning. Finally, each student wrote about their observations and insights regarding sunflowers, demonstrating critical thinking, creativity, and a growing curiosity about the world around them. (Pictured right: Students in Jenny Young's class examine the structures of a sunflower.)

Northside Early Learning Center
Dr. Tom and Melissa McCormick donated books to Janeen Malkovich's reading program for students in her four-year-old classroom. Melissa came into the classroom to distribute the books and read to the class. “I am so thankful to the McCormick’s for their donation. This is such a fantastic way to support our students’ literacy journey,” Malkovich said. “Seeing their excitement about reading and receiving new books was so rewarding.”  NELC wants to thank Dr. Tom and Melissa McCormick for their thoughtfulness and commitment to nurturing young minds. The contribution makes a lasting impact on our community, and we are incredibly grateful.