CCHS students Tieris Williams and Jacqueline Vilchiz Mondragon were recognized at the 56th Annual University of Nevada, Reno World Languages and Literatures Awards Ceremony for outstanding achievement in Spanish language and cultural studies. The event celebrates language learners from across Nevada. Williams and Vilchiz Mondragon were honored for their dedication and skill, proudly representing CCHS. Both students have shown a strong passion for the Spanish language and culture, earning distinction through consistent effort and academic excellence. Unfortunately, Jacqueline was unable to attend due to prior commitments
CCMS held its annual Spring Jam Music Festival on May 15 on the front lawn of the District Office. In just three weeks, music students prepared and performed an impressive selection of pieces, highlighting their growth and talent. Before the concert, families visited a student art show organized by teacher Daire Ochs. The exhibit featured a variety of creative works. “It was a nice evening of our students showing their talents to the community,” said Vice Principal Deana Porretta. The event offered a chance for families and staff to see the results of student work across the arts.
Numa celebrates Mother’s Day by creating handmade candles that resemble cold beverages like root beer floats, cold brews, and orangesicles in Vickie Purrell’s class. Each student selected a scent, melted soy wax, and layered it with color and fragrance to mimic chilled drinks. They added faux “ice cubes” made from high-density gel wax, then finished each candle with a custom label. “This activity was such a hit. The students had a blast,” said Purrell. “It was a great way to create a special gift and also give students an insight into the science and the process behind candle-making.”
E.C. Best students are learning to be safe, kind, responsible, and respectful. On Thursday, students demonstrated those values as they quietly lined the fence to honor Officer Tristan Redmond and his family during a community procession. They watched with respect as the convoy of service members passed by the school. “Our students showed reverence and empathy,” Principal Brad Barton wrote. “This was a proud moment for me as a principal, and I want to thank my students, staff, and their families for being such good examples.” The brief but powerful gesture reflected the character taught all year.
Lahontan students completed a small-group session focused on the Zones of Regulation and learning coping skills last week. Led by school counselor Baylee Barton, the group helped students recognize emotions and place them in color-coded “zones” tied to alertness levels. The goal is for students to recognize how they’re feeling and choose a strategy to help regulate emotions so they’re ready to learn. “When students recognize what Zone they are feeling in, they know which coping skills they can use to regulate themselves,” Barton said. These skills help students become more aware, calm, and focused.
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