News

The following news feeds are provided by the Incline Schools, North Lake Tahoe Bonanza, Reno Gazette Journal and Washoe County Schools.

Students Learn About Healthy Eating While Digging In The Dirt 9/3/2010
Press Releases 3 Sep 2010 | 1:18 pm
Hundreds of elementary students from Rita Cannan showed off their green thumbs this morning during a dedication of their schoolyard garden. Since planting their inaugural crop 14-months ago, the garden has grown by leaps and bounds and includes raised beds, fruit trees, grapevines trained along a split fence, an irrigation system, picnic tables with seating for 40 and a garden shed. The 'We Grow Champions' celebration and garden dedication kicked off this morning with a parade led by Cannan students leading up to the entrance of the garden.
IHS class of 2000 holds reunion
tahoebonanza.com 2 Sep 2010 | 8:45 am
Incline High School Class of 2000 is having its 10-year reunion Labor Day weekend and inviting anyone interested to attend. For information and a complete schedule of events go to www.incline00.com and to RSVP for events.Copyright 2010 North Lake Tahoe Bonanza. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.North Lake Tahoe BonanzaIHS class of 2000 holds reunionSeptember, 2 2010 3:46 pm MST
Girls on the Run fall program
tahoebonanza.com 2 Sep 2010 | 4:07 am
Fall program begins on Sept. 13. Girls in third grade through eighth grade can register for the 10-week after-school program. Program meets Mondays and Wednesdays for grades three through five. Girls in grades six through eight meet Tuesdays and Thursdays.The program will be available at Truckee Elementary, Glenshire Elementary, the new Truckee Recreation Center, Alder Creek Middle School, Rideout Community Center, Kings Beach Elementary, North Tahoe Middle School, Incline Elementary and Incline Middle School.The cost is $150 per girl, registration fee applies. Scholarships are available. Online registration at www.girlsontherunsierras.org/register.htm or for information contact Katie@girlsontherunsierras.org or call 530-277-1288.Copyright 2010 North Lake[…]
Residents deliver anti-International Baccalaureate petition to school district
tahoebonanza.com 2 Sep 2010 | 1:23 am
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - Incline residents opposed to the implementation of International Baccalaureate in Incline schools delivered a petition to the Washoe County School District Board of Trustees during its Tuesday, Aug. 24, meeting.Incline residents John Eppolito and Willy Krusell, two leaders of the anti-IB movement, collected more than 300 signatures on an online petition that states: "We the undersigned do not believe that IB is a good fit for Incline schools."According to analysis conducted by the Bonanza, 230 of the signatures are from Incline or North Shore residents, 38 people are from Reno/Sparks, nine are from diverse areas in[…]
Incline boys soccer | Defending champion Highlanders young but still competitive
tahoebonanza.com 1 Sep 2010 | 11:01 pm
Gone are 11 seniors from last year's state champion Incline Highlander soccer team - a juggernaut of a group that dominated the 3A to a collective tune of 19 wins and 0 losses en route to the school's second title in eight years.Nevertheless, Incline head coach Tom Canino expects to compete with the best of them with his decidedly younger cast of players in 2010."I don't know if we'll be quite the dominators we were last year, but I think we'll be competitive," said Canino last year's All-State Coach of the Year who returns for an eighth season at the[…]
School district: Incline graduation rate must increase 15 percent by 2015
tahoebonanza.com 1 Sep 2010 | 11:00 pm
UPDATE: 8:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 2INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - Graduation rates at Incline High School must increase by 15 percent over the next five years in order for it to earn passing marks from the Washoe County School District.Estela Gutierrez, president of the school board, and Heath Morrison, WCSD superintendent, recently discussed how Envision WCSD 2015 - the five-year strategic plan which outlines five goals to increase the district's 56 percent four-year graduation rate to 75 percent by the year 2015 - specifically affects Incline schools."It's important for parents, teachers and students in Incline Village to know they are part[…]
Election 2010 | NLTFPD candidate Steve King: 'I want to be involved in the community'
tahoebonanza.com 1 Sep 2010 | 9:14 am
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - Steve King is running for a seat on the fire board, his first attempt at running for public office. The following is a comprehensive look at his biography, qualifications and philosophy regarding the North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District.As a young man beginning high school in the Bay Area, Steve King first glimpsed Incline Village while visiting his sister, who had relocated to the modestly sized resort community on the North Shore.Nestled deftly into the northeast nook of the Lake Tahoe Basin, Incline made an indelible impression on King, who immediately determined the small community was[…]
Initial numbers show enrollment increase at Incline High for 2010-11 school year
tahoebonanza.com 1 Sep 2010 | 8:09 am
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - Enrollment at Incline High School has increased by seven students from the 2009-10 school year, according to initial numbers provided this week by principal Stacey Cooper. IHS enrolled 344 students for the 2010-11 academic year, 38 students beyond the projected amount of 306, Cooper said, an 11 percent difference.While Cooper and the Washoe County School District are still analyzing the numbers to determine what areas the additional students hail from - as well as what attracted them to Incline Village - she did say there were no English language learners among the new crop of students.WCSD[…]
School District Receives National Award 8/31/2010
Press Releases 31 Aug 2010 | 10:00 am
Books, pencils, papers and computers are all necessary tools for the classroom used by students every day. But how do they get to the classroom? The process starts with the Purchasing staff at WCSD. The Purchasing Department is responsible for buying all goods and services for the District, and for the thirteenth year it's being recognized by the National Purchasing Institute (NPI) with top honors.
Successful Start to the 2010-2011 Traditional School Year 8/30/2010
Press Releases 30 Aug 2010 | 5:12 pm
Feelings of excitement and anticipation filled Washoe County School District classrooms Monday as thousands of students, teachers, school staff and principals returned to school for the beginning of the 2010-2011 traditional school year.
Superintendent Forum Monday Night Focuses on 'Envision WCSD 2015' 8/30/2010
Press Releases 30 Aug 2010 | 1:10 pm
Reno, NV (Aug. 30, 2010) - Washoe County School District Superintendent Dr. Heath Morrison kicks off the beginning of the 2010-2011 traditional school year on Monday, August 30 with a Superintendent Forum. This will be the first opportunity to discuss the District's new, five-year strategic plan, 'Envision WCSD 2015 - Investing in Our Future.' The Superintendent Forums will be an ongoing series of community discussions highlighting the strategic plan and other important issues facing the WCSD.
New Web Program Provides Parents with Valuable Bus Route Information 8/27/2010
Press Releases 27 Aug 2010 | 12:29 pm
With tens of thousands of students in Washoe County heading back to school on Monday, August 30 for the beginning of the traditional school year, a new, innovative and time-saving tool is available for parents to track their child's individual bus route. Parents and students can use the easy-to-use, E-link on the District's website to get information regarding their child's bus schedule in a timely and efficient manner.
Superintendent Hosts Brown Bag Lunch, Wednesday, September 1st 8/27/2010
Press Releases 27 Aug 2010 | 11:14 am
Questions, answers and dialog will be the order of the day as Superintendent Heath Morrison hosts one of his monthly "Brown Bag Lunch" discussions Wednesday, September 1st. Next Wednesday's event will be held from Noon until 1:00pm at the Brown Center, 14101 Old Virginia Road, in Reno.
Incline football | More experienced Highlanders poised for postseason run
tahoebonanza.com 25 Aug 2010 | 9:00 am
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - From the onset, the Highlanders will be battle tested in their quest for a Northern 2A playoff berth.With any luck, after beginning their 2010 campaign on the hostile turf of the defending league champs - Battle Mountain - their route to the postseason will be mostly downhill from there.It all starts Sept. 3 with the opener at Battle Mountain, followed by Incline's first home game Sept. 10 against Silver Stage. Second-year head coach Mike Evans is excited to see his team in action, especially against such a quality opponent from the get-go."We'll be really well prepared,"[…]
Sierra Nevada College gets new member on board of trustees
tahoebonanza.com 23 Aug 2010 | 4:03 am
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - Sierra Nevada College Board of Trustees Chairman Barry Munitz on Monday announced the election of John Olsen to the college's board of trustees, taking the seat vacated when Richard Rubsamen resigned to assume the presidency of the college.According to a Monday SNC press release, Olsen is executive vice president for K12, Inc., and is in charge of Capital Education, the newly formed K12 subsidiary that recently purchased the assets of the Cardean Learning Group.K12 has been the recipient of multiple awards in 2010 from the U.S. Distance Learning Association (USDLA) for excellence in the field of[…]
IES holds back to school barbecue
tahoebonanza.com 20 Aug 2010 | 2:48 am
Incline Elementary School's welcome back to school barbecue is from 5 - 7 p.m. Friday Aug. 27, at the Incline Elementary School Playground. The PTA will provide hot-dogs, hamburgers, drinks and games. Ice cream is being donated by Susie Scoops. Please bring a side dish or a salad to share and remember to wear green and gold or IES Spirit Wear. Incline Elementary School families, teachers and staff are all invited to attend. Copyright 2010 North Lake Tahoe Bonanza. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.North Lake Tahoe BonanzaIES holds back to school barbecueAugust,[…]
Sierra Star Search Auditions
tahoebonanza.com 20 Aug 2010 | 2:43 am
Students with a wide range of talents are encouraged to enter. Auditions will be from 6 - 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 26, at Douglas High School Theater and from 6 - 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 27, at the Incline High School Theater. If another round of auditions is necessary, they will be from 6 - 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 1, at Incline High School Theater. Contestants will compete for $750 for first place, $500 for second place and $250 for third place. Auditions will take place at both Douglas High School and Incline High School this year in order to[…]
Car Wash for JROTC
tahoebonanza.com 20 Aug 2010 | 2:14 am
Incline JROTC Highlander Battalion will be having a car wash from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Sunday Aug. 22, at the Incline Chevron Station on the corner of Village and Tahoe Boulevard. All proceeds from the car wash benefit the Incline JROTC program. Copyright 2010 North Lake Tahoe Bonanza. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.North Lake Tahoe BonanzaCar Wash for JROTCAugust, 20 2010 9:16 am MST
Back to school fashions: The long and short of hair styles for school
tahoebonanza.com 20 Aug 2010 | 1:38 am
You have your school clothes, shoes, backpack, supplies and are ready for the first day of school - but what about your hair? What will you do to create the total look for back to school? Well here are what some of the students plan to return to school with for fall styles.Will boys go short?Classic short haircuts are always popular for the guys and this seems to be true for students returning to Incline schools. This haircut never seems to go out of style and is practical because it is so easy to maintain and goes from classroom to[…]
Back to school primer for parents and students
tahoebonanza.com 20 Aug 2010 | 1:26 am
Washoe County School District requires a certified copy of student's birth certificate or passport, immunization records and a lease or utility bill for proof or residency for all new students.Snow Line: 775-337-7509Other Incline School information is available by going to www.inclineschools.org.Incline High School499 Village Blvd.Incline VillagePhone: 775-832-4260.Fax: 775 832-4208Snow Line: 775-337-7509What you need to know:Class schedules available from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 18, - Friday, Aug. 20. Office hours 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Aug. 9 to Aug. 20, for registration and sports pink slips to those that have registration packets turned in and fees paid.Freshman and[…]
Back to School: Bus transportation
tahoebonanza.com 20 Aug 2010 | 1:19 am
Information about bus transportationWashoe County School District - Incline Village SchoolsThe Washoe County School District has a new web application for students and parents to help provide information about transportation on school buses. This will provide pick up and drop off times, schedule changes, as well as lots of other information for transportation in the WCSD. Go to the WCSD website at www.washoe.k12.nv.us and under the parents heading locate Bus Schedules. Click on this to link to access e-link where you enter user name as guest, password as guest; select grade level of student; enter house number, street address and[…]
Where are all the lunch ladies?
tahoebonanza.com 20 Aug 2010 | 1:13 am
Remember when local ladies actually arrived at school early in the morning wearing hair nets to prepare the school lunch for the day? I am sure a lot of parents remember that scene but all that has changed at schools across the country. Now school lunches are more like a fast food buffet and most meals arrive at the individual schools prepackaged with little local preparation required. The Senate recently approved a $4.5 billion "Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act" for improving the nutritional quality of school lunches. This bill has to pass in the House and hopefully it will help improve[…]
Health and Wellness | Back to School with Nutrition Education
tahoebonanza.com 19 Aug 2010 | 9:52 am
Do you know what phytochemicals are? I had never heard of them until a few months ago, but if you ask any second grader from Incline Elementary, Truckee Elementary or Lake Tahoe School, they'll know. In March I started teaching nutrition education in eight second grade classrooms. I taught five-week courses, highlighting each category in the food pyramid and talking about the importance of eating right, exercising, and leading a healthy lifestyle.For each lesson I brought handouts, with activities for the students and information for the parents about the specific food group we talked about. I also brought healthy snacks:[…]
Meet Your Neighbor |Sandy Soli
tahoebonanza.com 19 Aug 2010 | 9:49 am
Sandy Soli is an outdoorswoman that has found her place in our community in so many ways. She lives, works, raises her family and enjoys all that our area offers. But she is also committed to being a volunteer and helping our community when she is needed. This includes everything from coaching a youth soccer team to serving as PTA president.Soli has lived here since 1993 and met her husband at Diamond Peak. They work together as Realtors for Intero Realty and their children attend Incline Elementary School. Sandy has been involved in coaching a soccer team, helping with baseball[…]
Incline Village Nursery School a local tradition for 40 years
tahoebonanza.com 19 Aug 2010 | 9:34 am
From local adults that have been long-time residents to seniors that will be graduating from high school this year the name Incline Village Nursery School brings back special memories. Memories not only include where they began their education but also memories of special friends that grew up together and built life long friendships."We made life long friends and had many that went on to graduate from high school with us," said Jamie Golden who attended IVNS along with her twin sister Kristi Fisher in 1972.That same experience was true for Andrea (Azzara) Gitchell when she attended IVNS more than 10[…]
North Tahoe Rams seeking young football players to fill out Mitey Mites roster
tahoebonanza.com 18 Aug 2010 | 8:56 am
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - The North Tahoe Rams of the Sagebrush Empire Pop Warner league have a dedicated coaching staff highlighted by a former NFL player, they have slick-looking blue-and-gold uniforms with matching helmets and talent in the youngest and rawest of forms. About the only thing they could really use are a few more bodies - whether they come from Incline Village, Kings Beach, Tahoe City or anywhere in between."We always knew we didn't have the numbers to do this and call ourselves the Incline Rams," said Scott Wilderman, a player parent and co-head coach of two of the[…]
Incline football | Highlanders preparing for scrimmage, seeking JV players
tahoebonanza.com 18 Aug 2010 | 8:39 am
Incline High School football players will see their first real taste of action in 2010 when they square off against Tahoe Basin rivals Whittell and North Tahoe in a preseason scrimmage Saturday evening. The scrimmage is scheduled for 5 p.m. at North Tahoe High School."We're looking pretty good," said second-year Incline head coach Mike Evans, who expects to suit up 26 or 27 players for the scrimmage. "I think we're a little further ahead than last year."The Highlanders will look to rebound from a 2-6 campaign last year when they open the regular season at perennial power Battle Mountain on[…]
A New Direction For Washoe County School District 8/17/2010
Press Releases 17 Aug 2010 | 4:00 pm
Six months and many hundreds of conversations, presentations, school visits, town hall and committee meetings later, the Washoe County School District Board of Trustees and Superintendent, Dr. Heath Morrison, today released the school district's five-year strategic plan. The document, entitled 'Envision WCSD 2015 - Investing in Our Future' puts WCSD on the pathway to reform. It details clear expectations about student achievement and use of data, and it includes action plans based on the best teaching and learning methods. Five goals based on academic success, human capital, performance management, family and community engagement and positive culture will be at the[…]
Capital Projects Wrapping Up Summer Work 8/16/2010
Press Releases 16 Aug 2010 | 8:21 am
While students took a well-deserved break this summer, the Washoe County School District's Capital Projects team was working at fever pitch, undertaking its most aggressive roster of school revitalization and renovation projects to date.
Incline Schools Hold Rally for New School Year 8/11/2010
Press Releases 11 Aug 2010 | 7:27 pm
Reno, Nev. (Aug 11, 2010) The new principal of Incline High School is sharing her vision for a successful new school year with parents, staff and community members. During a 'Welcome Back to School' Rally, Stacey Cooper told the audience she was looking forward to her first year as principal of Incline High School and took the opportunity to share her goals for the upcoming 2010-11 school year.
WCSD Hits The Mark On AYP Test Results 8/10/2010
Press Releases 10 Aug 2010 | 3:54 pm
Preliminary results from the Nevada Department of Education show the Washoe County School District as a whole made Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) for the 2009-10 school year. The District had been placed on the watch list based on the AYP performance from the previous school year.
Sheila Leslie: Millennium Scholarship program will have a tough time surviving budget ax
Incline Schools 29 Jul 2010 | 2:13 pm
With Nevada facing a projected $3.5 billion deficit, the 2011 Legislature may have no choice but to cut the state’s popular Millennium Scholarship program, Assemblywoman Sheila Leslie, D-Reno, said Thursday on a statewide political program. Leslie, who is running for a state Senate seat after the Assembly because of term limits, said the $3.5 billion deficit represents half of the state’s general fund and that more cuts to government services during the 2011 Legislature are “inevitable.” With dwindling resources, Nevada must first fund programs and services that are mandated by the state constitution, Leslie said on the Nevada Newsmakers television[…]
Incline youth golfers shine in summer competition
tahoebonanza.com 22 Jul 2010 | 12:45 am
A pair of young Incline golfers - 8-year-old Satchel Hirsh and Jordan Wright, a soon-to-be junior at Incline High School - have fared well in their respective tournaments this summer.Satchel recently competed at the 43rd annual Callaway Junior World Golf Championships (7-8-year-old division) at the Sycuan Resort in San Diego, where he tied for 41st in an 80-player field that included the best young golfers from 22 countries. Satchel, who will be a third-grader at Lake Tahoe School in the fall, was 22nd among the American contingent. He originally qualified in mid-June at the Northern California Junior Golf Association Championship[…]
Youth Music Show
Incline Schools 21 Jul 2010 | 2:39 pm
CYMBAL is sponsoring a new Incline Village Youth Music Show series. It’s designed to give our local youth musicians a venue to perform live. The first show is scheduled for Sunday, August 15, 2010 at 6:00pm. We are looking for kids who want to perform and parents who want to help. We were hoping you all could send out emails to help get the word out. All information about the show is available online at www.youthmusicshow.com. We are also looking for sponsors.
August Happenings at the Incline Public Library
Incline Schools 17 Jul 2010 | 3:49 pm
New Library Hours: Tuesday-Thursday, noon-6pm; Friday-Saturday, 10am-4pm; Closed: Sunday & Monday Walls and display cases: Paintings by Norma Carder and bronze sculptures by June Brown Family Story Time: Wednesdays, 4:00 – 4:45 p.m. (There will be no story time on August 18 and August 25) Wednesday, August 4 - 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Lost in Paradise! School aged children join our shipwreck as we look into the ocean floor from our island. We will see and make a Whale, an Octopus, a Fish Mobile and finally a Fish Skeleton! Friday, August 6 - 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Keeping It Fun[…]
Feeling Sporty?
Incline Schools 15 Jul 2010 | 8:30 am
Lake Tahoe Sharkfest Swim The Lake Tahoe Sharkfest Swim is scheduled for Sunday, July 18, starting at 9 a.m. The 1.2-mile swim will start at the main beach in Incline Village and finish at the Burnt Cedar Beach. Cost is $85 for adults and $40 for juniors ages 17 and younger. This is a swim that people can't do on their own, as beach access is limited to property-owners and their guests. The event is limited to 500 participants. Race-day registration will be available at the athlete check-in from 7-8:30 a.m. For more information: http://www.envirosports.com/events/lake-tahoe-sharkfest-swim Lake Tahoe Lacrosse Tournament The[…]
School Zone: Washoe County School District moves to implement new strategies
Incline Schools 14 Jul 2010 | 7:31 pm
What does a school principal need to know in order to effectively lead and collaborate with teacher-leaders, staff and school community to develop a successful high-performing school? Michael Schmoker's research focuses on two essential elements necessary for principals to know. He believes that principals must ensure there is a guaranteed and viable curriculum in the school that allows universal access for all students. He also believes principals must keep a laser-like focus on improving classroom instruction through team-based, professional learning communities that believe teachers can meet the needs of all students. Over the last few years, Washoe County School District[…]
ICAN Run results
Incline Schools 14 Jul 2010 | 7:26 pm
Recently graduated Incline High track standout Mike Sunseri captured the overall win in the annual I-CAN Run/Walk on July 10, as he completed the 10-kilometer run with a time of 33:02.9. Chamika McCombs won the overall 5K race with a time of 23:58.7. Complete results can be found at www.i-canrun.org. Bill Devine, who serves as one of the event organizers, said approximately 300 people participated between the three race divisions — 10K, 5K and kids race. He hopes to gain more participation in future years, as the fundraiser for The Children's Cabinet at Incline Village and Incline High School Athletics[…]
WCSD Launches New Student Information System
Incline Schools 12 Jul 2010 | 6:20 pm
Students, teachers and parents will learn two new words before coming to school this year: Infinite Campus. WCSD is launching the new student information system, Infinite Campus at all 94 schools and 8 charter schools beginning in July. Infinite Campus is accessed through the Internet and will be used district-wide to track all student information including attendance, test scores, grades and demographic data. The parent portal Edline was replaced by the Infinite Campus parent portal and will be available to all grade levels. The district previously used the student information system, SASI since 1999. Pearson Digital Learning, the company that[…]
North Tahoe All-Stars prepare for Little League tournament
Incline Schools 7 Jul 2010 | 10:00 am
The North Tahoe Little League Minors All-Stars are set to compete in the Nevada District One All-Star Tournament in Carson City starting Thursday. The North Tahoe All-Stars consist of players ages 9 and 10 from Incline Village, Kings Beach, Tahoe City, the West Shore and Olympic Valley. They begin play against Reno Continental at Governor's Field on Thursday at 5:30 p.m. “We have worked extremely hard in preparation for this tournament,” said North Tahoe All-Stars coach David Souza. “We welcome and encourage everyone to come out and root us on as we proudly represent North Tahoe Little League baseball.” The[…]
Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday, July 10
Incline Schools 6 Jul 2010 | 5:46 pm
Celebrate the grand opening of the Eriksson Education Center at the UC Davis Tahoe City Field Station on Saturday, July 10. Activities begin from 1 to 4 p.m. with Children's Environmental Science Day. Treat your child to a fun and educational afternoon of environmental science. More than 40 interactive science activities hosted by organizations around the region will be available for children ages 6 and up. There will be information provided by Lake Tahoe research scientists, a live animal presentation with Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care and a living green seminar. Free ice cream from Susie Scoops will be provided throughout[…]
Nevada selected for project aimed at improving college graduation rates
Incline Schools 4 Jul 2010 | 4:25 pm
Nevada has been selected the as first state to take part in a project designed to improve the nation’s dismal college graduation rates, which threaten the country’s economic survival in a global economy. “Educational Equity and Postsecondary Student Success,” a national project funded by the Ford Foundation, will focus on improving college completion rates particularly among minorities, low-income and first-generation students. “We know that we have a population in Nevada that is increasingly both minority and low-income, and we have a number of initiatives ongoing right now to try to identify those students and figure out why they are not[…]
Washoe County schools to release students 45 mins. early every Wednesday
Incline Schools 29 Jun 2010 | 5:54 pm
When students head back to the classroom for the 2010-11 school year, their schedules will look slightly different from previous years. Across the district, students will be released from school 45 minutes early every Wednesday while teachers receive training and professional development. Instead of students receiving 3-hours of time off once a month on various days at the elementary, middle, and high schools, students will now be released early every week on Wednesday. The total time spent out of the classroom for students will remain the same. The objective is to streamline the staff development enabling teachers to better serve[…]
Just Jean: Can You?
Incline Schools 28 Jun 2010 | 1:09 pm
The I-CAN Run/Walk, is approaching and now is the time to register for the 26th annual race. This community event always brings out both walkers and runners of all ages. Even dogs participate in this event. The event will begin at 8 a.m. Saturday, July 10, with open ceremonies at Aspen Grove. The race course will take a scenic tour of local neighborhoods and along Lakeshore Boulevard. The entire run/walk is on mostly flat area which is why it is so popular for all fitness levels. The children's races begin at 8:30 a.m. followed by the 5K run/walk at 9[…]
Community Report: Boys & Girls Club of North Lake Tahoe
Incline Schools 27 Jun 2010 | 5:48 am
Boys & Girls Club of North Lake Tahoe 8125 Steelhead Ave., Kings Beach, CA 96143, (530) 546-4324 www.bgcnlt.org What makes a community click? Having lived in Carnelian Bay since 1972, I have gained a pretty good idea of what keeps it all together at the North Shore of Lake Tahoe. Whether you are a full-time resident or second home owner (the majority of folks in the area), community is important. If the community is not vital and complete, your experience will not be as good as it could be. Since 2000, the Boys and Girls Club of North Lake Tahoe[…]
School district reorganizes to improve student performance
Incline Schools 27 Jun 2010 | 5:37 am
First in an occasional series on the Washoe County School District's reform agenda and strategic plan. The Washoe County School District has hired four area superintendents to replace a chief performance officer to oversee different clusters of the school district. The change in organization is part of a strategic plan to improve student performance, especially to raise the graduation rate that has stagnated at about 58 percent the last few years. Realigning leadership also became more urgent as the district faces a $37 million budget shortfall. "One of the key things we focused on, in addition to cost obviously, was[…]
Summer TERC News
Incline Schools 26 Jun 2010 | 6:12 am
The Tahoe Environmental Research Center Summer 2010 newsletter is now available online at http://terc.ucdavis.edu/publications/TERC_Summer2010.pdf Articles include: * Summer Research at the "Historic Hatchery" * Asian Clam Large-scale Management Project Update * Southern Nevada Public Lands Management Act (SNPLMA) Grants * Featured Staff: Patricia Maloney, Forest Biologist * Making the Case for Informal Science Education * Upcoming Events: o Children's Environmental Science Day, July 10, 1 - 4 p.m. o Eriksson Education Center Grand Opening and Chamber Mixer, July 10, 4 - 6 p.m. o Docent Training, June 26 or 30, 1[…]
Incline Library - July happenings
Incline Schools 26 Jun 2010 | 6:08 am
Incline Public Library - July Happenings! Walls and display cases: paintings by Norma Carder and bronze sculptures by June Brown New Hours Starting July 12: Tuesday-Thursday, noon-6pm; Friday-Saturday, 10am-4pm; Closed: Sunday & Monday Family Story Time: Wednesdays, 4:00 – 4:45 p.m. Through Saturday, August 1 Summer Reading Programs: “Make a Splash @ Your Library” and “Make Waves @ Your Library”. Children and teens may earn a free book when they participate in this reading incentive program. Special free events will be featured at Washoe County Library branches and children are welcome to participate at multiple libraries. Wednesday, July 7, 4:00[…]
Sport Camps at Incline High School
Incline Schools 26 Jun 2010 | 6:00 am
Hoops on the Hill (see attached flier) Who: All interested 1st – 12th grade girls & boys What: One-week skills & development camp When: July 5 – July 9th, 2010 Where: Incline High School Cost: $150 per player - - ALL proceeds to benefit I.H.S. Basketball. Each player will receive a camp reversible jersey and a basketball. Day campers welcome DETAILS: Camp Director: Dan Schreiber, Varsity Boys Head Basketball Coach, Incline High School Co-Director: Tim Kelly, Varsity Boys Head Basketball Coach, Servite High School, Los Angeles, CA Daily from 9:00am to 12:00pm 1st thru 7th graders 12:30pm to 3:30pm[…]
Incline High Cross Country team holds car wash Sunday
tahoebonanza.com 25 Jun 2010 | 3:33 am
The Incline High School Cross Country team will be hosting a Car Wash from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday, June 27, at the Chevron Station. Donations are appreciated to help cover some of the teams costs for the upcoming 2010 season.Copyright 2010 North Lake Tahoe Bonanza. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.North Lake Tahoe BonanzaIncline High Cross Country team holds car wash SundayJune, 25 2010 10:33 am MST
10 for Tahoe: Get to, on, by and above the lake
Incline Schools 22 Jun 2010 | 2:10 pm
The world's traveling community knows something we locals so often overlook: Lake Tahoe is a year-round playground with nearly endless possibilities. Recently, Lake Tahoe was chosen as the No. 2 destination among all U.S. cities by TripAdvisor.com, the travel-centric website powered by the firsthand experiences and opinions of its 15 million registered members. The No. 1 place was San Francisco. Truckee residents, of course, are familiar with all Tahoe has to offer. In fact, most of us have made it our avocation to avoid all the touristy attractions to be found at our famous neighbor to the south. But your[…]
Baby Expo in Reno June 26
Incline Schools 22 Jun 2010 | 1:51 pm
Come and celebrate our inaugural baby expo - from pre-natal to pre-school! When: Saturday, June 26 Time: 10-4 Where: Atlantis Hotel Paradise Ballroom, Reno For more information: http://acorn.rgj.com/splash/babyexpo/
Children's movies shown at theater
Incline Schools 22 Jun 2010 | 1:43 pm
Previously-released movies geared toward children are being shown at 10 a.m. Wednesdays through Aug. 18 at Century Summit Sierra, 13965 S. Virginia St., Reno. This week's show is "Aliens in the Attic," a PG-rated film about a group of children who try and protect their vacation home from invading aliens. The schedule this summer is as follows: "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs" on June 30, "Monsters versus Aliens" on July 7, "Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs" on July 14, "Planet 51" on July 21, "Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian" on July 28," "Alvin and the[…]
North Lake Tahoe Bonanza female athlete of the year: Katie Wright
tahoebonanza.com 16 Jun 2010 | 11:58 am
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - What else can you say about her?That's a common phrase you hear from coaches, teammates and many more when they're asked to comment on Katie Wright, the Incline High School golf star who graduates Thursday, and her career as one of the most accomplished and decorated athletes in Highlander history.For her athleticism and leadership on the golf course and the basketball court, Wright is the North Lake Tahoe Bonanza's choice for female Athlete of the Year from Incline High School."Not only is she a good golfer, she has a great amount of empathy for her teammates[…]
Incline's Sunseri places well in Great Southwest classic in N. M.
tahoebonanza.com 14 Jun 2010 | 9:00 am
ZEPHYR COVE, Nev. - John Robinson's spectacular track and field season at Whittell High School carried over into the offseason at the Great Southwest Track and Field Classic last weekend in Albuquerque, N.M.Robinson, who just completed his junior year for the Warriors, finished fifth in a tightly contested boys' 800-meter race with a time of 1 minute, 56.77 seconds at the University of New Mexico Track and Field Stadium.The meet includes the top athletes from Arizona, Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas and Utah. In order to participate these athletes must receive a recommendation for a state advisory[…]
Incline High School spring sports awards
tahoebonanza.com 9 Jun 2010 | 10:49 am
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - Last week, Incline High School honored its 2010 spring sports athletes of the year, as well as its 2009-10 athletes of the year.The winners were e-mailed to Community Editor Jean Eick at jeick@tahoebonanza.com, and they are listed below:Copyright 2010 North Lake Tahoe Bonanza. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.North Lake Tahoe BonanzaIncline High School spring sports awardsJune, 9 2010 5:51 pm MST
North Lake Tahoe Bonanza male athlete of the year: Michael Ceragioli
tahoebonanza.com 9 Jun 2010 | 10:45 am
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - It's tough to stand out in a senior class as exceptional as the Highlanders of 2009-2010. But that's exactly what Michael Ceragioli did.For his athleticism and leadership in the battle of play, Ceragioli is the North Lake Tahoe Bonanza's choice for male Athlete of the Year from Incline High School.So just what made the senior so valuable to his respective teams this past year? Dan Schreiber, Incline athletic director and head boys basketball coach, helped explain."It probably sounds like a weird thing to say if you look at the kid, but it's his presence," said Schreiber.[…]
Incline baseball: Howe, Cramer make All-League first team
tahoebonanza.com 2 Jun 2010 | 4:08 am
Six Incline baseball players were honored with Northern 2A All-League recognition, with Patrick Howe and Tyler Cramer leading the way with first-team selections.The awards are voted on by the league's head coaches.Incline's Chip Bouchard and Kyle Clouthier were voted to the second team, while Cam Powell and Cody Feliciano received honorable mention recognition.Alex Potnick of Whittell was voted MVP and his coach, Starbuck Teevan, Coach of the Year. Howe and Cramer both hit over .400 during the season, as Howe led the lead with a .484 average to go along with his team-leading .781 slugging percentage, and Cramer hit .410.[…]
Incline softball: Lauren Wilson voted to All-League first team
tahoebonanza.com 2 Jun 2010 | 4:06 am
Five Incline softball players were voted to the Northern 2A All-League squads as senior Lauren Wilson landed the Highlanders' only first-team selection.Besides Wilson's first-team honor, Incline's Tori McCunn was voted to the All-League second team while Katie Orlady, Chandler McCunn and Sydney Perkins received honorable mention recognition.Michelle Montes of Pershing County and Jordan Waugh of Battle Mountain were co-MVPs, and Pershing County's Keith Montes was Coach of the Year. The awards are voted on by Northern 2A head coaches.Wilson is as solid as they come at her catcher position, as she led the Incline team with a .918 fielding percentage.[…]

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