School Spotlight

2024

Friday Night Lights Preview Party
		On August 23rd, the Foothill Falcons Football team was scheduled to play against Sunrise Mountain, but a last-minute forfeit occurred. Over 100 Future Falcon Dancers had been preparing for a halftime performance, and rather than canceling the event, Foothill turned the situation around by hosting a "Friday Night Lights Preview Party." This allowed the Future Falcon Dancers to still perform alongside the Varsity Cheer and Dance teams, gave guests the opportunity to meet the Falcon Football team, and provided the community with an enjoyable night of fun and school spirit.
2024 Coronado High School Graduate Makes U.S National Women’s Flag Football Team
		For the second straight year, a Las Vegas Valley local will represent the United States on the U.S. Women's Flag Football Team in August's world championships. Maci Joncich, a recent graduate Coronado High School, will compete internationally after being selected for the adult team's 12-athlete roster. Teaming up with players aged 20 to 40, the 17-year-old University of Florida enrollee becomes the youngest athlete to ever make Team USA's women's flag football final roster.
Basic Dance Team Earns National Award
		The Basic Academy Dance team were crowned National Champions! 🏆 The team received certificates from Mayor Romero to acknowledge this incredible accomplishment—a testament to their hard work, dedication, and unwavering team spirit. Congratulations!

Celebrating Henderson's Valedictorians

Valedictorian Recognition 2024

Our local high schools' 2024 Valedictorians were recognized during ceremonies hosted by Mayor Michelle Romero on May 13 and 14.

The ceremonies celebrated the academic achievement and scholastic excellence of over 130 valedictorians. We congratulate each of the honorees and their families and wish them much success as they continue with their studies or enter the workforce.

Silver Sidewinders Robotics Club Excels in 2023-2024 Season
		Under the expert guidance of Coaches Maile, Jason, and Brent, the Silver Sands Montessori Charter School team participated in Southern Nevada's First Lego League Challenge, where they not only won the prestigious Best in Show award but also secured first place in Robot Design on December 17, 2023. Their remarkable performance propelled them to the State championship held at SECTA on January 27, 2024, where they competed against 40 other local schools and proudly placed in the top ten! We commend their hard work, dedication, and passion for robotics, which led to this impressive accomplishment. We are looking forward to seeing great things from them next year!

Foothill High School Teacher Wins National Award
		Joseph Kielminski was presented with the 2024 National Milken Educator Award by Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo. The National Milken Educator Award recognizes the work of specific teachers as a model for the rest of the state and the country. The prestigious honor will be awarded at up to 75 schools across the country this year. Mr. Kielminski is one of two NV teachers to receive the award this year.

Walker's Robotics 4th & 5th Grade Teams Shine at State Championship
		J. Marlan Walker Elementary School's 4th Grade Robotics Team advances to the World Competition! These robotic superstars have earned the Excellence Award and have been titled Nevada State Champions! The 5th Grade Robotics Team did a fantastic job as well, earning the Inspire Award at the State Championship.

Cadence Show Choir Takes Hawaii by Melody for National Veterans Day Parade
		The Cadence Show Choir received a special invitation to participate in the National Veterans Day parade in Honolulu, HI. They were privileged to deliver a tribute performance at the USS Missouri and unite with choirs from all over the United States on Friday, March 29, 2024, to sing 'America the Beautiful' and 'The Star-Spangled Banner' during the opening ceremonies of the parade. This event serves as a heartfelt tribute to veterans worldwide.

Foothill Varsity Dance Team Takes Home the Gold
		On February 4th, the Foothill Varsity Dance Team made program history by taking first place in the Medium Varsity Hip Hop Division at the Universal Dance Association, National Dance Team Championship in Orlando, Florida. The team has participated in the competition since 2009, consistently showing promise, receiving multiple medals, and even placing in the Top 3 several times. All the hard work and dedication they put into perfecting this routine earned them the coveted gold medal and white satin jacket.

Check Out Brown Academy's Media Production Team at Work
		The Media Production class at B. Mahlon Brown Academy of International Studies has been working diligently! Through this class, these students have developed skills such as copy writing, video editing, and filming. Students apply fundamentals of photography, film, video, audio production, and interactive media by participating in hands-on group projects.

B. Mahlon Brown Academy of International Studies Gives Back
		The B. Mahlon Brown Academy of International Studies Student Council organized a schoolwide service project benefiting Street Dogz, a local organization aiding homeless individuals and their animals. Through their efforts, the group collected over 500 items to donate to Street Dogz. Shout out to these community champions!

CHS Theater Students Score Superior
		Coronado High School's theater students received superior scores in three categories at Regionals hosted by the Nevada Thespians! This success comes on the heels of Coronado HS’s spring musical, Mamma Mia, making State last year. Way to go!

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Friday Night Lights Preview Party

2024 Coronado High School Graduate Makes U.S National Women’s Flag Football Team

Basic Dance Team Earns National Award

Celebrating Henderson's Valedictorians

Silver Sidewinders Robotics Club Excels in 2023-2024 Season

Foothill High School Teacher Wins National Award

Walker's Robotics 4th & 5th Grade Teams Shine at State Championship

Cadence Show Choir Takes Hawaii by Melody for National Veterans Day Parade

Foothill Varsity Dance Team Takes Home the Gold

Check Out Brown Academy's Media Production Team at Work

B. Mahlon Brown Academy of International Studies Gives Back

CHS Theater Students Score Superior

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