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ECB - Jenny Mitchell's class showing off their New Year crowns they made after talking about their goals. Photos courtesy of CCSD.

CCHS 

ACT prep sessions are in full swing at CCHS, with 59 students attending last week’s math sessions led by teacher Jake Lewis. Vice Principal Reema Pulifser noted the high turnout. Each week, different teachers focus on specific subjects to prepare students for the ACT on February 25. This year, the ACT will be administered on paper, returning to the traditional format at students’ request. “We highly recommend that our students take advantage of every opportunity offered to help them reach their goals,” Pulifser said. Prep sessions are held Wednesdays and Thursdays during seminar or from 12-12:30 for those without scheduled classes.

CCMS 

Last week, CCMS recognized office secretary Brittany Pimental and CTE teacher Frank Whitten for their outstanding contributions. Pimental, described as “like sunshine.” “Brittany is so welcoming and positive with all the staff, students, and parents,” said one staff member. Students commended Whitten for always supporting their success. Both staff members exemplify the CCMS spirit, creating a great environment for learning and growth.

Numa

Tricia Strasdin’s 5th-grade class studied ecosystems by classifying organisms as producers, consumers, or decomposers. Students explored energy flow and examined Nevada’s unique food webs, gaining a better understanding of local plants and animals.

E.C. Best

Jenny Mitchell’s 2nd-grade class tackled MAPS testing last week after setting personal and academic goals for 2025. Students aimed to improve reading, math, and more. “I really think this helped them mentally prepare for their MAPS testing. Goal-setting got them focused and excited,” Mitchell said, noting her class’s improved MAPS scores. Main photo above. 

Lahontan

Jill Ackerman’s kindergarten class read Sneezy the Snowman to practice sequencing, retelling, and cause and effect. Students also worked on addition and enjoyed sensory play. “We snuck snowmen into everything we did. We even got to craft a fun melted snowman and made pretend snow for fun sensory play to end the week,” Ackerman said.  Pictured above right: Jace Hawkins, Leon Clements, Allison Hail, and Cloud Rosario show off their melted snowman craft project.

 

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Comment author: Mike HinzComment text: I knew Sam as a member of our church growing up. He always had a warm smile, a kind word, and a great sense of humor! He will be great missed!Comment publication date: 7/2/25, 11:57 AMComment source: Obituary -- Samuel Bruce WickizerComment author: Mike HinzComment text: Great teacher, great coach, but even a better person!!! Rest in peace Mr. BeachComment publication date: 7/2/25, 11:53 AMComment source: Obituary -- Jack Victor Beach, Jr.Comment author: Mike HinzComment text: I had Mrs Hedges for First Grade at Northside Elementary in 1969. I still, to this day, remember her as a wonderful teacher…one of my favorites!!Comment publication date: 7/2/25, 11:29 AMComment source: Obituary - Nancy Marie Hedges C Comment author: Carl C. HagenComment text: What are MFNs and PBMs ?? ............................ From the editor: This is a very good question and we apologize for not catching that wasn't in there. We reached out to the writer/submitter and got this info back...hope it's helpful. PBM: Pharmacy Benefit Managers are pharmacies that are owned by insurance companies. (CVS is one.) They negotiate with drug makers to get reduced pricing for medications, but they historically have not passed along those savings to patients. https://www.ftc.gov/system/files/ftc_gov/pdf/pharmacy-benefit-managers-staff-report.pdf MFN: Most Favored Nation pricing is a policy that means a country agrees to offer the same trade concessions (like tariffs or price reductions) to all member nations of the World Trade Organization (WTO). When applied to pharmaceuticals, it could disrupt global access, deter innovation, and obscure the deeper systemic issues in American health care. https://petrieflom.law.harvard.edu/2025/05/22/the-global-risks-of-americas-most-favored-nation-drug-pricing-policy/Comment publication date: 6/23/25, 7:47 AMComment source: L E T T E R TO THE EDITOR
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