Clark County School District

GENYOUth AND TASTE OF THE NFL INCREASE ACCESS TO 148 MILLION SCHOOL MEALS, FOSTERING NUTRITION SECURITY AMONG STUDENTS NATIONWIDE

Retrieved on:

Thursday, March 21, 2024

NEW YORK, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GENYOUth, the national nonprofit organization founded by America's dairy farmers and the NFL to help ensure students are well-nourished and active to be their best selves, announced today that the collective impact of the 2024 Taste of the NFL philanthropic event totaled $2.0 million. These funds, the largest raised by a Taste of the NFL event since its founding in 1992, will benefit 1,000 schools and 550,000 students by increasing access to 148 million school meals to foster nutrition security among students in all 32 NFL club markets. As a result, GENYOUth is inviting school nutrition professionals to apply for Equipment Grants at educator.fuelup.org/opportunities through April 9, 2024.

Key Points:

These funds, the largest raised by a Taste of the NFL event since its founding in 1992, will benefit 1,000 schools and 550,000 students by increasing access to 148 million school meals to foster nutrition security among students in all 32 NFL club markets.
As a result, GENYOUth is inviting school nutrition professionals to apply for Equipment Grants at educator.fuelup.org/opportunities through April 9, 2024.
"School meals are a critical lifeline for millions of students, and for many the only source of good nutrition they may receive on some days.
"We are grateful for the support of our Taste of the NFL sponsors, the NFL and our End Student Hunger partners.

SPHERE LAUNCHES "SPHERE XO STUDENT DESIGN CHALLENGE" A FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND PARTNERSHIP WITH THE LAS VEGAS COMMUNITY MARKING THE FIRST TIME MEMBERS OF THE GENERAL PUBLIC WILL SEE THEIR ART FEATURED ON THE EXOSPHERE

Retrieved on:

Thursday, March 14, 2024

LAS VEGAS, March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR) today announced the inaugural Sphere XO Student Design Challenge – a first-of-its-kind partnership with the greater Las Vegas community that for the very first time, gives select members of the general public the opportunity to see their art featured on the Exosphere. The Sphere XO Student Design Challenge is a collaboration between Sphere and the Clark County School District (CCSD) and University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) that will provide more than 100,000 Clark County-based students with an unprecedented opportunity to create art for the Exosphere. Eight student winners ranging from elementary school through college will be chosen by a combination of voting by the general public on thesphere.com, and selected by professional artists who have designed for the Exosphere, including Refik Anadol and Michela Picchi. The Sphere XO Student Design Challenge, which will kick off this month, will be themed around the 4th of July, with winning students' artwork debuting on the Exosphere on July 4, 2024, which will also mark the one-year anniversary of the first illumination of the Exosphere. In addition, winning high school and UNLV students will receive a $10,000 educational scholarship from Sphere. Winning elementary and middle school students will earn a $10,000 donation from Sphere for their school's art program to further art education in public schools, as well as tickets for their entire school to attend The Sphere Experience this Fall.

Key Points:

In addition, winning high school and UNLV students will receive a $10,000 educational scholarship from Sphere.
"Sphere XO Student Design Challenge is an opportunity for us to engage Las Vegas students by introducing them to Sphere's technology, and meaningfully give back to the community by inspiring its future."
With Sphere's XO Student Design Challenge, our students get to explore innovation through art via hands-on learning."
The largest LED screen on Earth, the Exosphere consists of approximately 1.2 million LED pucks, spaced eight inches apart.

Willdan Selected for $46 Million Energy Savings Contract for Nation’s 5th Largest School District

Retrieved on:

Thursday, February 29, 2024

Consulting, Primary, Secondary, Education, Construction & Property, Professional Services, Building Systems, Other Energy, Utilities, Environment, Energy, Sustainability, Faculty, Clark County School District, Willdan Group, STEM, Renewable energy

Willdan Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: WLDN) announced today that Clark County School District – the fifth largest school district in the United States – has selected Willdan to design, implement, and maintain advanced lighting and controls upgrades.

Key Points:

Willdan Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: WLDN) announced today that Clark County School District – the fifth largest school district in the United States – has selected Willdan to design, implement, and maintain advanced lighting and controls upgrades.
This $46 million energy savings contract focuses on energy efficiency projects and is expected to transform Nevada’s learning environment over the next 10 years.
Combined, these projects are expected to reduce the District’s energy costs by over $2 million and operational costs by more than $360,000 annually.
Willdan will also lead ongoing student, faculty, and community engagement to promote awareness around energy efficiency, utility conservation, decarbonization, and the benefits of these approaches.

Super Bowl LVIII's Super School Meals Celebrates Completion of 58-School Effort to Tackle Food Insecurity Among Nevada Youth

Retrieved on:

Thursday, February 8, 2024

LAS VEGAS, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GENYOUth, the national non-profit organization founded by America's dairy farmers and the NFL to help ensure students are well nourished and active to be their best selves, announced today the completion of its Super School Meals Super Bowl LVIII community initiative. Over the past five months, in collaboration with partners including Clark County School District, Las Vegas Super Bowl LVIII Host Committee, and Dairy Council of Nevada; and with the support of purpose-minded corporate sponsors Frito-Lay North America, The Quaker Oats Company, the PepsiCo Foundation, and The Kroger Co. Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation in partnership with Smith's, GENYOUth has provided grants for Grab and Go school nutrition equipment packages, including mobile meal carts and milk coolers, to over 58 high-need Nevada schools to increase access to and participation in healthy school meals.

Key Points:

Net proceeds from Super Bowl LVIII's largest philanthropic culinary event will benefit schools in Nevada and throughout the nation.
"Super School Meals is fostering nutrition security in high-need Nevada areas of Clark, Nye, Lyon, Washoe, and White Pine counties.
I am grateful to our committed partners for stepping up to help tackle youth food insecurity in Nevada."
For more information on Super School Meals and to purchase tickets to Taste of the NFL, visit GENOUthNow.org and TasteoftheNFL.com .

ADAM S. KUTNER, INJURY ATTORNEYS, WINS 2023 BEST OF LAS VEGAS GOLD AWARDS FOR "BEST LAW FIRM" AND "BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE"

Retrieved on:

Monday, December 11, 2023

LAS VEGAS, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Adam S. Kutner, Injury Attorneys, the leading personal injury law firm in Las Vegas and proud official partner of the Vegas Golden Knights, is celebrating two top Best of Las Vegas Gold Award wins for "Best Law Firm" and "Best Customer Service" voted by the readers of the Las Vegas Review-Journal. Celebrating more than 32 years of business serving the greater Las Vegas community, Adam Kutner has a long history of Best of Las Vegas award wins for best law firm and adds a new gold award win that spans all category nominees for "Best Customer Service."

Key Points:

Celebrating more than 32 years of serving the Las Vegas community, the award-winning personal injury law firm celebrates with Southern Nevada by launching two giveaways of tickets and Zamboni rides for upcoming Vegas Golden Knights games
LAS VEGAS, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Adam S. Kutner, Injury Attorneys , the leading personal injury law firm in Las Vegas and proud official partner of the Vegas Golden Knights, is celebrating two top Best of Las Vegas Gold Award wins for "Best Law Firm" and "Best Customer Service" voted by the readers of the Las Vegas Review-Journal.
Celebrating more than 32 years of business serving the greater Las Vegas community, Adam Kutner has a long history of Best of Las Vegas award wins for best law firm and adds a new gold award win that spans all category nominees for "Best Customer Service."
As a gesture of appreciation to the community, the law firm is launching not one, but two giveaways.
For trusted expert personal injury legal needs as well as more information on the award-winning team at Adam S. Kutner, Injury Attorneys, visit www.AskAdamKutner.com .

GreenPower Announces Revenue of $26 million for First Half of Fiscal 2024, a 125% Increase from Previous Year

Retrieved on:

Tuesday, November 14, 2023

GreenPower reported record revenues of $26.0 million for the first half of the 2024 fiscal year, an increase of 125% over the revenue of $11.6 million for the first half of the previous fiscal year.

Key Points:

GreenPower reported record revenues of $26.0 million for the first half of the 2024 fiscal year, an increase of 125% over the revenue of $11.6 million for the first half of the previous fiscal year.
Generated revenues of $8.4 million in the second quarter, an increase over the revenue of $7.7 million in the same quarter of the previous fiscal year.
Cash increased by $1.4 million to $2 million from $0.6 million at the beginning of the fiscal year.
Deferred revenue of $10.8 million at the end of the current quarter including the current portion of $7.9 million.

Clark County School District Becomes the First US Public School District to Achieve the UL Verified Ventilation & Filtration Mark

Retrieved on:

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

PLEASANTON, Calif., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SafeTraces, a market leader in the performance testing of HVAC and air cleaning systems, announced today that Clark County School District (NV) became the public school district to achieve the UL Verified Ventilation & Filtration (VVF) annual verification mark within its facility portfolio.

Key Points:

PLEASANTON, Calif., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SafeTraces, a market leader in the performance testing of HVAC and air cleaning systems, announced today that Clark County School District (NV) became the public school district to achieve the UL Verified Ventilation & Filtration (VVF) annual verification mark within its facility portfolio.
Launched in March 2022, UL Verified Ventilation & Filtration is the first and only performance-based assessment and rating program for the level of pathogen protection provided by HVAC and air cleaning systems in public buildings.
"This achievement demonstrates Clark County School District's leadership and commitment to ensuring a healthy learning environment for all of our students, teachers, and staff.
And our society should hold our school facilities to a higher standard and support them to do achieve this standard."

Tate & Lyle to Showcase Scientific Expertise and Nutritional Innovations at SupplySide West Conference

Retrieved on:

Wednesday, October 11, 2023

Food, Tate, Health, Eating, Institutional Shareholder Services, Student, Development, Elementary and Secondary Education Act, Clark County School District, Taste, SSW, Tate & Lyle, Drink, Science, Kid, FOS, Conference, Soft drink, Tourism

As a key player in the specialty food ingredients sector, Tate & Lyle is gearing up to unveil an array of exciting developments, reinforcing its commitment to healthier eating, scientific expertise, and sustainability.

Key Points:

As a key player in the specialty food ingredients sector, Tate & Lyle is gearing up to unveil an array of exciting developments, reinforcing its commitment to healthier eating, scientific expertise, and sustainability.
Tate & Lyle's presence at the SSW Conference is a testament to the company's dedication to providing innovative ingredient solutions.
Tate & Lyle invites industry professionals and media outlets to visit booth #3245 during the SSW Conference to witness ﬁrsthand its dedication to taste, health, and sustainability.
Take advantage of this opportunity to engage with Tate & Lyle's experts and explore the future of nutrition and innovation.

GREATER HOUSTON AREA TEACHER WINS 2023 TEACHER OF THE YEAR AWARD FROM TEACHERS OF TOMORROW

Retrieved on:

Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Teaching, History, Mobile County Public School System, Marketing, George Ranch High School, School district, ESOL, School, Student, Franklin Community Schools, Dream, Vale, White Knoll High School, Mesa Public Schools, Teacher, Lamar Consolidated Independent School District, Clark County School District, Tutoring, Tomorrow

HOUSTON, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Teachers of Tomorrow, the nation's largest alternative certification program, announced Isaac Fudge, George Ranch High School teacher from Lamar Consolidated Independent School District, as its 2023 Teacher of the Year. The notable award recognizes teachers for their hard work and dedication to the teaching profession. As the winner, Isaac will receive a $5,000 cash prize to improve his classroom and incorporate new learning opportunities as well as a year-long professional development membership to SimpleK12.

Key Points:

HOUSTON, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Teachers of Tomorrow , the nation's largest alternative certification program, announced Isaac Fudge, George Ranch High School teacher from Lamar Consolidated Independent School District, as its 2023 Teacher of the Year.
Nine finalists, one from each state Teachers of Tomorrow operates in, were selected and the community was able to vote for a winner.
"The 2023 Teacher of the Year award is a true testament to the skills of teachers across the nation who went through Teachers of Tomorrow's alternative certification program," said Dr. Heath Morrison, CEO of Teachers of Tomorrow.
"This profession is a purpose-driven career," said Isaac Fudge, Teachers of Tomorrow 2023 Teacher of the Year.

Game On to Tackle Student Hunger

Retrieved on:

Tuesday, September 12, 2023

LAS VEGAS, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GENYOUth, the national non-profit organization founded by America's dairy farmers and the NFL to create healthier school communities, today announced the launch of Super School Meals. This community-based initiative is providing grants to equip Nevada schools within high-need communities with Grab and Go meal equipment packages to help tackle student hunger and increase access to and participation in school meals. Along with partners the Clark County School District, Las Vegas Super Bowl Host Committee, Dairy Council of Nevada; and purpose-minded corporate sponsors Frito-Lay North America, The Quaker Oats Company, PepsiCo Foundation, and The Kroger Co. Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation in partnership with Smith's, GENYOUth invites Nevada residents to nominate a K-12 public school to receive a grant for one of over 58 meal equipment packages that will be delivered to schools across the state.

Key Points:

This community-based initiative is providing grants to equip Nevada schools within high-need communities with Grab and Go meal equipment packages to help tackle student hunger and increase access to and participation in school meals.
These packages will increase access to more than 12 million school meals benefitting over 45,000 Nevada students.
The Super School Meals initiative would not be possible without the support of committed partners who have come together to ensure that the only hunger a child experiences is the hunger to learn."
To help GENYOUth end student hunger, visit GENYOUthNow.org/donate.