A student’s probability of dropping out can be accurately gauged by his mother’s education level, according to the Education Commission of the States. But laws often forbid the collection of this information, so schools turn to different indicators, such as whether a student receives free or reduced lunch.
The Las Vegas High Roller could be seen over the Strip during its inaugural lighting on Friday night. The world’s largest observation wheel is the centerpiece of the $550 million Linq.
That spate of hot and sunny weather last week, which felt more like Easter than actual winter? It’s gone.
Jason Lamberth had no idea why his 13-year-old daughter killed herself until he read her farewell note. But there’s no question now, he said. Bullying and Hailee’s death are intertwined.
In an hourlong presentation, Nevada Transportation Authority regulators on Friday got their first look at GPS-based systems they could use to discourage the illegal long-hauling of taxi customers.
Up to 150 new Teach for America teachers will be hired by the Clark County School District at a two-year cost of $600,000 in addition to the teachers’ salaries, continuing a controversial partnership with the nonprofit that drew heat as well as support Thursday.
Fourteen schools are scheduled to implement early childhood literacy programs from The Public Education Foundation over the next three years thanks to a grant from the Engelstad Family Foundation.
In case you hadn’t noticed, Senate Bill 165, sponsored in the last legislative session by Democratic Sen. Aaron Ford, was approved, offering tax credits to the film industry. So what does this mean for Summerlin? It could mean more than a whole lot.
The tandem team of former Mayor Oscar Goodman and current Mayor Carolyn Goodman will receive a national honor for helping to lead downtown Las Vegas into an “urban renaissance.”
