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Celia Shortt Goodyear/Boulder City Review Sixth-grader Hank Stark opens his locker at Garrett Junior High School for the first time at the back-to-school event Friday.
Celia Shortt Goodyear/Boulder City Review Kristin and Terry Stevens see their son, Cruz, off at the first day of school Monday. Cruz is a fourth-grader at King Elementary School.
Celia Shortt Goodyear/Boulder City Review First-grader Leida Andrews, left, lines for class on the first day of school Monday at Mitchell Elementary School in Boulder City. Her mom, Brandi, center, was also there with her sister Lucy.
Celia Shortt Goodyear/Boulder City Review Freshmen line up in the Boulder City High School gymnasium on Monday for their orientation on the first day of school.
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By Celia Shortt Goodyear Boulder City Review
August 15, 2018 - 4:04 pm
 

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Sixth-grader Hank Stark opens his locker at Garrett Junior High School for the first time at a back-to-school event Friday.

Kristin and Terry Stevens see their son, Cruz, off for the first day of school Monday. Cruz is a fourth-grader at King Elementary School.

First-grader Leida Andrews, left, lines up for class on the first day of school Monday at Mitchell Elementary School. Her mother, Brandi, center, also was there with Leida’s sister Lucy.

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Freshmen line up in Boulder City High School’x gymnasium on Monday for their orientation on the first day of school.

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Holidays or holidazed: The season has begun
By Boulder City Hospital

Let’s go from Halloween and pumpkin-spiced everything to a four-week stint of non-stop holidaymaking with a late Thanksgiving this year on Nov. 27, Hanukkah from the evening of Dec. 14-22 and Christmas on Dec. 25, and then we’ll ring in 2026! Whoa! Let’s catch a breath!

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Community support key at Mitchell
By Tracy Echeverria Principal, Mitchell Elementary

As I am preparing to write this week’s column, I am reviewing our school calendar and thinking about our community support. I am so grateful for our traditions and community.

Retrosonic will be performing during the upcoming block party, set for Oct. 25.
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By Ron Eland Boulder City Review

It’s no secret that Boulder City residents enjoy their community events, especially in fall. One more to mark on the calendar is the annual street dance/block party that in recent years has been hosted by The Dillinger owner Grant Turner. It’s set for Saturday, Oct. 25 beginning at 2 p.m. and ending around 11:30 p.m.

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King Elementary launches into learning at STARBASE
By Jason Schrock Principal, King Elementary

Fifth-graders from Martha P. King Elementary School recently took part in an unforgettable learning experience at STARBASE Henderson, a hands-on STEM program hosted at a Department of Defense lab.

The BCR's first-ever Christmas magazine will come out Nov. 27.
BCR offers first-ever holiday magazine
By Ron Eland Boulder City Review

With fall comes cooler temperatures and a crispness in the air as the holidays quickly approach.

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Rating reflects teachers’ commitment and determination of students
By Melanie Teemant Principal, Garrett Junior High

There’s no better way to begin this school year than by celebrating a truly incredible accomplishment of Garrett Junior High School officially earning a 5-Star school rating. This distinction represents the highest level of achievement under Nevada’s School Performance Framework and recognizes not only strong academic performance, but also growth, teamwork, and a positive school culture.

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Everything from A to Z available at Country Store
By Ron Eland Boulder City Review

Whether you call it a garage sale, yard sale or tag sale, Grace Community Church’s Country Store is one of the largest of its kind in the area.

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Homecoming: Small town tradition
By Amy Wagner Principal, Boulder City High School

There’s something special about Homecoming in Boulder City.

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Student achievement main focus at Mitchell
By Tracy Echeverria Principal, Mitchell Elementary

Mitchell Elementary has enjoyed a great beginning to our school year as our staff continues to serve our students and families as their children learn and grow their leadership skills.