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Celebrity Chef Jonathan Zaragoza Brings Mexican Cuisine to Fernley High School in Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month
On October 9, Fernley High School played host to a special event that brought together culinary expertise, cultural celebration, and the flavors of authentic Mexican cuisine. Organized by the Lyon County School District's Nutrition Services provider, Chartwells, the event featured renowned Celebrity Chef Jonathan Zaragoza. The event was a celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, offering students a unique opportunity to learn and taste traditional Mexican food firsthand.
Dayton and Fernley High School culinary students gathered during the two lunch periods to attend cooking demonstrations by Chef Zaragoza, where they learned the art of preparing authentic Mexican dishes. Chef Zaragoza, a part of Chartwells' Global Eats program, shared his culinary journey and his passion for Mexican cuisine with the students.
Chef Jonathan Zaragoza showcased his culinary skills by preparing his well-known Corn and Pineapple Salsa, among other dishes, guiding students step-by-step through the process while sharing stories about how food plays a pivotal role in his cultural heritage. Following the demonstration, students had the opportunity to taste his delicious dishes.
In addition to sampling the food, students were provided with recipe cards to recreate the dishes at home. Chef Zaragoza also took part in a lively Q&A session, where he answered questions about his culinary journey, cooking techniques, and the importance of nutrition in schools.
This event not only gave students a taste of flavorful, authentic Mexican cuisine but also offered a rich educational experience, emphasizing the deep connection between culture and food. Chef Zaragoza held a special discussion with the combined Spanish classes, where he reflected on how his heritage has shaped both his cooking and career. The session left many students feeling inspired to pursue their own culinary passions.
The event, part of a broader effort by Chartwells and the Lyon County School District, highlighted the importance of celebrating cultures and promoting healthy, nutritious meals. Chef Zaragoza’s visit was an engaging way to honor Hispanic Heritage Month, connecting students with the rich traditions and tastes of Mexican cuisine.
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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
A project that has been years in the making...
Yerington Elementary School (YES) parents and families are now able to enjoy the safe new drop off and pick up procedure at YES!
Thank you to the Pizen Switch Times for covering our Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Yerington Elementary School!
Below is the article by Leah Wilkinson:
The Kiss and Drop Project located at the Yerington Elementary School (112 N. California Street) was created to improve Y.E.S. student safety in traffic while being dropped off and picked up by their parents before and after school.
The project entails a driveway feature with two lanes on the Yerington Elementary School property as a loading and unloading zone for parents to drop off their children. The Kiss and Drop Project was named from the custom of a parent’s Kiss goodbye as they Drop their children off at the school.
The City of Yerington funded the Kiss and Drop Project using federal funding from Congressman Horsford’s Office through the Federal Highway Administration.
Desert Engineering completed the project and DOWL, L.L.C engineering designed it. The right lane of the driveway is a “stop and go” loading and unloading zone to pickup and drop off children; and the left lane is designed to help traffic flow easier.
[...] The Kiss and Drop Project’s goal is to promote student safety and prevent avoidable traffic harm to children.
We are excited to remind you of our new additions to our district leadership team for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year.
We are excited to remind you of our new additions to our district leadership team for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. Beginning this July, we welcomed our new Superintendent, Deputy Superintendent, and Executive Director of Human Resources. These dedicated professionals bring a wealth of experience and a shared commitment to fostering an enriching educational environment for our students.
We look forward to their leadership and the positive impact they will have on our school community.
Have a fantastic summer, and we can’t wait to see you in the new school year!
Lyon CSD Superintendent
Mr. Logan has been diligently serving as the Deputy Superintendent since July 2018. His extensive background includes 3 years as the Human Resource Director for Lyon County School District and 4 years as the principal at Dayton High School. Before assuming the role of principal, Mr. Logan dedicated 3 years as an assistant principal at Dayton High School, and an additional year as the Athletic Director. His journey in education commenced with 8 years of teaching experience as a math teacher at Dayton High School, preceded by 1 year as a middle school math teacher at a school in Utah.
Lyon CSD Deputy Superintendent
Mrs. Huckaby comes with many years of experience in education including her time in WCSD as their Chief Human Resource Director. She has since been with Lyon CSD now for 6 years as our Executive Director of Human Resources. She has been a integral part of the LCSD executive cabinet team and her leadership on the team has been paramount to the success of our district. Dawn already has a great relationship with the board, administrators, teachers, classified employees, and our communities. She has been a great team player, hard worker, and dedicated to our District. Her leadership style encourages open communication and cooperation, resulting in increased staff morale and productivity.
Lyon CSD Executive Director - Human Resources
Mrs. Hogan has been in education for 31 years - 24 years which have been with Lyon County School District. We are excited for BillieJo and for using her skills that she has gained over the past 31 years. In her most recent position as a principal, she has become familiar with and utilized many HR skills. BillieJo exemplifies these many qualities and Lyon CSD is excited to have her part of cabinet and serving the district as a whole.
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Lyon County School District (Lyon CSD) has partnered with Paper to provide unlimited access to trained tutors so every 7th to 12th grade student can ask questions, work through problems, and grow their confidence—at no cost to families.
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Reminder to all parents and teachers - you and your students have 24/7 access to Paper’s professional tutors! Go to app.paper.co and use login with your student’s school email.
On Thursday, October 12th, Carson City Toyota presented Carson, Douglas, and Lyon County school districts with a donation check.
🚗 Carson City Toyota's generous donation supports local schools! Lyon CSD Superintendent Wayne Workman and Carson CSD Superintendent Andrew Feuling extend their gratitude. 🙏🏫 #CommunitySupport
Present for the photo were Lyon CSD Superintendent Wayne Workman (left) and Carson CSD Superintendent Andrew Feuling (right).
Thank you, Carson City Toyota for your commitment to our kids!