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🏫 Clark County Boosts Graduation Rates with Five-Year High School Program
Issue #152 - May 7, 2024
John Wu
07 May
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📆 Weekly Local Events for May 2024
Regular weekly events in or near Summerlin, Las Vegas are listed below.
Visit here to lookup specific venue information or for upcoming and/or non-weekly events on Meetup.
Monday
Monday Classes At Latin Blendz: (Every week on Monday @ 10AM)
Socially Vegas - Monday Night Bowling @ The Orleans Bowling Center: Must arrive/check-in before 7pm; 7 - 10pm (Every week on Monday); COST (CASH Only) $10 for 2 games (includes shoes) COST: $12 for 3 games (includes shoes)
Monday Night TRIVIA at ReBAR, 1225 S Main St, Las Vegas: (Every week on Monday @ 7PM)
Tuesday
Terrific Tuesday Fun Pickleball @ Police Memorial, Bring a Chair: (Every week on Tuesday @ 2PM)
Sand Volleyball Intermediate, Rusty and Old Time Players @ Aloha Shores Park (NW), Cheyenne & Buffalo, 7550 Sauer St, Las Vegas: (Every week on Tuesday @ 6 - 8 PM)
Run Drink Las Vegas - Weekly Tuesday Run @ Frankie’s Uptown patio: 6:30 - 8:30 PM (Every week on Tuesday), FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @rundrinklv FOR THE LATEST WEATHER/TIMING UPDATES
Coed Soccer - Summerlin: Crossings Park, 1111 Crestdale Ln, Las Vegas: 7:30 - 9:45 PM (Every week on Tuesday/Thursday)
Wednesday
Business Leads Group - Networking Breakfast @ Summit Restaurant, Eagle Crest Golf Course, 2215 Thomas W Ryan Blvd, Las Vegas: Cost $20 cash, 7 - 8:30 AM (Every week on Wednesday)
Early Risers Toastmasters Meeting (In-Person - Summerlin Egg Works / Online Event: 7 - 8 AM (Every week on Wednesday)
Las Vegas Valley Bicycle Club - Wednesday Morning Ride @ Einstein Bagels: 9 - 11:30 AM (Every week on Wednesday)
Speakers & Leaders of Summerlin Toastmasters Meeting, Summerlin Egg Works, 2025 Village Center Cir, Las Vegas: 12 - 1:30 PM (Every week on Wednesday)
Live Music Yoga w/ Cheryl Slader @ Blue Sky Yoga: (Suggested Donation $12); 5:30 - 6:45 PM (Every week on Wednesday)
Country Crossroads Dance, Rhythms Dance Studio & Event Center, 4545 W Sahara Ave, Las Vegas: $15 Drop-in Rate / $50 for the whole month: 8 - 9 PM (Every week on Wednesday)
Thursday
Abundance Business Networking Group Online Event: 7 - 8:30 AM (Every week on Thursday). Please arrive 10-15 minutes early for networking. Steps to access our BNI Online™ Virtual Chapter Meeting, visit website.
Las Vegas Real Estate Investors Association - Weekly Power Lunch For Real Estate Investors: 11 AM - 1 PM (Every week on Thursday). Request to join here.
Free Salsa Classes @ Feel The Music Dance Studio: 7 - 8 PM (Every week on Thursday). Visit the website to register online.
Summerlin Bitcoin Happy Hour, SG Bar, 9580 W Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas: 6:30 PM (Every week on Thursday)
Coed Soccer - Summerlin: Crossings Park, 1111 Crestdale Ln, Las Vegas: 7:30 - 9:45 PM (Every week on Tuesday/Thursday)
Friday
Find Your Yoga Las Vegas - Flow & Yin W / Noé Hilyard @ Yoga Sanctuary: 6 - 7:15 PM (Every week on Friday) View Yoga Sanctuary's full schedule.
Swing Dancing in Las Vegas Vintage and Modern Swing Dances @ The Mint Tavern: 7:30 - 8:30 PM (Every week on Friday)
Saturday
Vino Las Vegas Wine & Yacht Club Brunch: 9 AM - 2 PM (Every Saturday and Sunday)
Find Your Yoga Las Vegas - Saturday Morning Meditation with Practitioner Selina Kelly @ Yoga Kandy, LLC. Cost: Love Donation $5-$10 suggested. 11 - 11:45 AM (Every week on Saturday)
Sunday
Las Vegas Valley Bicycle Club - Sunday Morning Ride @ Einstein Bagels: 9 - 11:30 AM (Every week on Sunday)
Vino Las Vegas Wine & Yacht Club Brunch: 9 AM - 2 PM (Every Saturday and Sunday)
Level 1 West Coast Swing @ 2580 N Rancho Dr, North Las Vegas: 7 - 8 PM (Every week on Tuesday); Drop in Rate is $15, Monthly pass is $50; Register online.
🌤 Summerlin South, Las Vegas Weather
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🏫 Clark County Boosts Graduation Rates with Five-Year High School Program
Over 300 high school students in the Clark County School District successfully earned their diplomas through a five-year graduation program, which allows students an extra year to meet graduation requirements. This initiative boosted the district's graduation rate from 81.3% to 82.5% for the class of 2022. Notably, four high schools achieved a 100% graduation rate under this program: Indian Springs High School, Sandy Valley High School, and both the East and South campuses of the College of Southern Nevada High School.
Interim Superintendent Dr. Brenda Larson-Mitchell praised the students' perseverance and the educators' support throughout this process. The program was particularly significant as it included a period of nearly a full year of distance learning, posing additional challenges for the students. Sierra Vista High School notably increased its graduation rate from 81% to 90% with the inclusion of five-year program students.
⚾ Palo Verde Edges Out Foothill 7-6 in Extra Innings to Advance in Class 5A Playoffs
In a thrilling Class 5A Southern Region baseball playoff game, Palo Verde High School clinched a 7-6 victory over Foothill High School, thanks to Ethan Clauss's sacrifice fly in the 10th inning. Drew Kaplan not only earned the win as a reliever but also contributed a home run and two RBIs. With this win, Palo Verde (22-10), the No. 2 seed from the Mountain League, is set to host No. 4M Green Valley in the next round. Green Valley recently defeated No. 1D Shadow Ridge 9-2. Meanwhile, Foothill (20-11-1), the Desert League’s No. 3 seed, faces elimination in an upcoming game against Shadow Ridge, also scheduled for Tuesday at 4 p.m.
🎩 David Blaine’s 'Impossible' Series at Wynn Extends Due to High Demand
David Blaine, the renowned magician known for his dramatic stunts and close-up magic, has extended his "Impossible" series at the Wynn's Encore Theater in Las Vegas with six additional shows, including New Year's Eve. The new dates are set for August 21, 23-24, and December 29-31. This addition follows his sellout performances at the same venue, underscoring his popularity on the Strip. Tickets for the new shows go on sale at 10 a.m. this Friday.
Blaine's show is directed by David Korins, known for his work on "Hamilton," and features lighting by Stu Dingley. The performances are celebrated for showcasing Blaine’s trademark blend of magic and life-threatening feats, such as regurgitating frogs and underwater endurance tests. The show is designed to be interactive, with Blaine engaging directly with the audience. Notable attendees have included celebrities like Demi Lovato and Diplo.
🏨 Trump's Las Vegas Property Valued Between $1.37B and $1.73B, Real Estate Experts Say
Amid various legal challenges, the value of Donald Trump's assets, including his Las Vegas property co-owned with Phil Ruffin, is under scrutiny. The Trump International Hotel, a 64-story, 1,282-room skyscraper in Las Vegas, could fetch between $1.37 billion and $1.73 billion if sold in 2024, according to real estate experts. Trump's net worth is estimated at $7.5 billion by Forbes, with his real estate holdings worth approximately $1.1 billion.
Blake Owens, CEO of Agrippa, suggests that the valuation of Trump International Hotel is complex due to its unique operational strategy and intricate ownership structure. Factors such as income capitalization, sales comparison, and replacement cost are critical in determining the property's worth. Comparatively, the Bellagio was valued at $5.1 billion, indicating the high potential value of similar prestigious properties in Las Vegas.
Trump supporters believe he could generate significant financial backing without needing to sell the property. Trump and Ruffin's venture began as a condominium project in 2005 but shifted to include timeshares and hotel rooms when condo sales declined pre-recession.
Summerlin Area Command - Week Ending: May 3, 2024
Courtesy of The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
📌🏠 Summerlin South - April 2024
*Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count
This is the middle price for which all homes in the area were sold based on the number of bedrooms. Half of all the homes sold were below this price, and half were above.
Visit here to see the entire report.
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