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A School of Many Firsts
Cold Springs
The newest school in Washoe County opens its doors for the first time today to more than 900 students. (full story)
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Video Visions
Teaching Our Kids
Trina Woelfle thought she was one of ten finalists when she appeared on Good Morning America in February.
When they announced she won 5-thousand dollars and a "Dream Team" for a year for her business, she could hardly believe it. (full story)
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Long Distance Graduation
Reno
He lives at Camp Victory in Baghdad and serves as a Sergeant with the Army.
But, we used our satellite technology so this local soldier's parents and the audience were able to see him live in Iraq as they participated in the commencement at Truckee Meadows Community College.
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Succeeding in School
Kids You Should Know
Just six years ago, Stacey Murray was pregnant and homeless. On Friday morning, she gets her degree from Truckee Meadow Community College, and is already on her way to a bright career. (full story)
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Failing Freshman
38 percent of high school freshman in the Washoe County School District are failing at least one class, but one local high school is going against the trend and making sure it's freshman are not only passing, but excelling. (full story)
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Mills Lane Justice Center
He served as both District Attorney and District Court Judge, and was one of the most well-known figures in northern Nevada.
Friday afternoon, he and his family were in Reno for the grand ceromony naming a new justice center in his honor. (full story)
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Advancing in Advertising
KIDS YOU SHOULD KNOW
These students at The University of Nevada are advancing to the national championship for the world series of advertising.
Their innovative style and creative techniques helped them lead the region just last month competing against about a dozen other schools on the west coast. (full story)
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Competing with Computers
Teaching Our Kids
When it comes to computer technology, the state of Nevada ranks last in the nation according to a new study by a non-profit education newspaper.
We take a closer look at just how tech-savvy, students are in Washoe County. (full story)
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Dreaming of Dance
Kids You Should Know
15-year old Taylor Tucker is finishing her freshman year at Carson City High School.
Unlike most of her friends at school she spends most of her free time on her toes. (full story)
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Paying To Play
Teaching Our Kids
School fundraisers have become part of the normal school environment as students and parents are forced to shoulder more of the financial burden.
That lesson is being played out at one local elementary school, where the need to play is coming with a big price tag. (full story)
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A Day Before A Day Without Immigrants
Thousands are expected to march in support of immigration reform Monday evening in downtown Reno for the, "National Day Without Immigrant's" rally.
But, locals are divided about whether to walk out of work and school. (full story)
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Into the Spotlight
Kids You Should Know
In less than a week, students at Reed High School, in Sparks, will start performances of the award-winning musical, "Into the Woods."
We met the two lead characters and got a glimpse of the show. (full story)
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Poetic Justice
Nine days ago, 14-year old Jacob Behymer-Smith won a federal court battle against his school allowing him to compete Saturday afternoon for the state title in the Poetry Out Loud competition. (full story)
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A Chance on The Hill
Kids You Should Know
18-year old Kyle Johnson won a trip to Washington D.C. through the local grassroots lobby group, Citizen Alert, because of an essay he wrote about the federal government's involvement in Yucca Mountain.
Johnson spent a week in D.C. learning how to lobby and actually had the chance to do a little himself. (full story)
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Teaming Up For A Degree
The cost of college has increased 46% nationally in the last five years.
Now a joint effort between the community college and the university will help bring more students to higher education at a lower cost. (full story)
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A Winning Writer
Kids You Should Know
11 year old Madeline Souza wrote an essay in her fifth grade class about what she would do if she was principal for a day.
Her essay was selected by General Mills Box Tops for education grant program to earn her school money to implement the plan. (full story)
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