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South Lake Tahoe 5th-Graders take part in Winter Adventure Program
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/20/2017 - 6:15pm
Wildlife survival, avalanche safety, snowmaking, and environmental restoration are all part of the curriculum at a unique outdoor classroom at Heavenly Mountain Resort.
Nearly 300 fifth-grade students from Lake Tahoe Unified School District (TLUSD) took part in the EpicPromise Winter Adventure Program over five days in January and March. The program includes a ride up the ski resort’s Aerial Tram, snowshoeing, and getting hands-on learning experiences at a trio of educational stations.
ADVANCE workshop series in South Lake Tahoe offers help to families
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/19/2017 - 12:26pm
Event Date:
April 25, 2017 - 5:00pm
Enriching your life while simultaneously connecting with your children on both an academic and personal level is a challenge all families face. Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) is extending their parent support programs by offering the Helping Parents ADVANCE Workshop Series at no charge.
Their second workshop will be on April 25 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Bijou Elementary School located at 3501 Spruce Ave in South Lake Tahoe. All attendees are invited to a free dinner, too.
South Tahoe High well on way to keeping accreditation
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/29/2017 - 9:07pm
South Tahoe High School is still an accredited school. That was the message given during Tuesday's meeting of the Lake Tahoe Unified School District Board of Trustees as staff updated them on their ongoing efforts to hit the targets set for the next visit by Western Association of Schools & Colleges (WASC) in March of 2018.
Several parents have voiced their concerns that students aren't getting in the colleges of their choice due to the school's status.
LTUSD and LTCC dual enrollment gives high school students college credits
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/29/2017 - 2:19pm
A collaboration between the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) and Lake Tahoe Community College District (LTCC) will soon make it possible for South Tahoe High School (STHS) students to graduate with an AA degree at the same time they get their diploma.
It all starts with an expansion to the three current dual enrollment classes this fall.
By taking these classes, STHS students receive both high school and college credit for successfully passing designated courses, at no cost, possibly saving families tens of thousands of dollars for two years of college.
LTCC and LTUSD hold joint board meeting to discuss local education
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/26/2017 - 12:27pm
Event Date:
March 28, 2017 - 6:00pm
The annual joint board meeting with the Lake Tahoe Community College and Lake Tahoe Unified School District to discuss common goal strategies will be held on Tuesday, March 28 in the LTCC board room, L104, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
LTUSD will start off the evening with a closed session at the Education Center Board Room at 5:00 p.m. before moving over to the college. They will then reconvene their open session back at the Education Center Board Room at 7:30 p.m.
Planning Commissioner resigns after possible conflict identified
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/23/2017 - 5:07pm
A letter sent to the South Lake Tahoe City Council and Lake Tahoe Unified School District has prompted Angela Swanson, a member of the City's Planning Commission, to resign from her position.
Swanson was appointed to the commission after submitting an application and being appointed during the January 17, 2017 City Council meeting. She was one of 11 people vying for the five open positions, each for a two-year term.
LTUSD provides assurance of education for all students, no matter immigration status
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/15/2017 - 10:30pm
Even though the United States Supreme Court declared in 1982 that local school districts have a constitutional mandate to educate all students residing within their jurisdictional boundaries, regardless of their immigration status, actions of President Trump have caused concern among the Latino population of South Lake Tahoe and many other communities.
New South Lake Tahoe daycare center opens up for infants to age 13
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/15/2017 - 9:31pm
Pequeños Rascals Daycare has moved into a new center in South Lake Tahoe after operating at a local home for 15 years. Filling a big need on the South Shore, the owners are offering quality care for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school age children up to age 13.
It's not just babysitting either. It's care with a heavy emphasis on education, music, art, physical activity and family.
The public is invited to see for themselves when Pequeños holds an open house on Saturday, March 18 from noon to 5:00 p.m. They are located at 3336 Sandy Way in South Lake Tahoe.
LTUSD accepts South Tahoe High Principal's resignation, search begins for replacement
Submitted by paula on Wed, 03/15/2017 - 3:00pm
This story has been updated 3/16/17.
The Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) Board formally accepted the resignation of Chad Houck, the principal of South Tahoe High during their Tuesday night meeting, though word of the upcoming change in leadership had been circulating for weeks.
"Chad will be seeking other opportunities," said LTUSD Superintendent Dr. Jim Tarwater.
The popular principal has received a lot of support from parents, the community and staff.
Free Helping Parents ADVANCE Workshop this week in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/07/2017 - 2:26pm
Event Date:
March 8, 2017 - 5:00pm
Lake Tahoe Unified School District is holding a series of workshops for parents in the community where they can find support both personally and academically.
On Wednesday, March 9 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., all parents are invited to attend the "Helping Parent s ADVANCE Workshop" in the South Tahoe High Student Union.
As the parents participate, there will be free childcare and free K-8 tutoring available, as well as free food, prizes and more.
"When schools, families, and community groups work together to support learning,
Lake Tahoe Unified School District cancels school on Monday
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/05/2017 - 5:12pm
It's a three-day weekend for students and staff of the Lake Tahoe Unified School District as officials have issued a Snow Day for Monday, March 6 due to the blizzard.
No other districts have made an announcement at this time.
Trudy Greenough 1932 - 2017
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 02/20/2017 - 10:34pm
Like the sunshine on a summer day Trudy's smile and child like curiosity will be greatly missed world round as she stayed connected with every continent. Born in Modesto, Ca. to Orville and Tillie Harding.
South Lake Tahoe school boundaries discussed at next LTUSD board meeting
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/13/2017 - 10:44pm
During the last meeting of the Lake Tahoe Unified School District Board of Trustees, discussion about neighborhood schools and theme schools surrounded the proposed STEAM Academy at Al Tahoe Elementary when it reopens. STEAM - science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics - would be the focus of all students at the school, much as the themes surround all other local elementary schools.
At the request of the board, LTUSD Superintendent Dr. Jim Tarwater will present the demographic data from each school in relation to where they reside.
Opinion: Why themed schools work in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/13/2017 - 9:33pm
As we look at reopening the Al Tahoe Elementary School as a STEAM academy, it is important to take a look back at the journey Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) has taken to get to where we are today.
Following decades of desegregation efforts and forced busing, lawsuits in the 1990s effectively brought a halt to desegregation efforts in the country. Neighborhood schools in South Lake Tahoe may have been segregated, not only based on race, but based on income levels.
Friday Schools: SLT schools open, Incline closed, 2 hour delays at others
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/10/2017 - 8:15amHeavy rain and snow has created some travel issues for school buses around the lake and in Washoe County. Here is an update of school schedules for Friday, February 10:
Lake Tahoe Unified School District is open (all South Lake Tahoe Schools)
Incline Village and all of Washoe County schools are closed
Tahoe Truckee schools are on a two-hour delay
Douglas County schools at the lake are on a main bus stop schedule only
Flooding affects homes and roads in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 02/07/2017 - 8:54pm
There were several areas through South Lake Tahoe that experienced flooding on Tuesday as rain from an atmospheric river hit the region, with two Meyers area streets getting the brunt of the storm.
Caltrans, El Dorado County and City of South Lake Tahoe crews, along with homeowners worked through the day to get standing water off the road, out of driveways and even homes.
Students in a "Safe Zone" when attending South Lake Tahoe schools
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/31/2017 - 11:25pm
The Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) wants families to know that, no matter what their immigration status is, South Lake Tahoe schools are a safe zone and all students are provided access to education.
Community members spoke before LTUSD trustees Tuesday, showing their support for all families and students in the district in light of President Trump's focus on immigrants. They asked the Board to take a strong and public stance against hate and to openly proclaim schools to be safe for all students, no matter their color, religion, nationality or immigration status.
Immigrants in South Lake Tahoe reach out to police and school district
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/31/2017 - 1:26pm
South Lake Tahoe is a community of diverse backgrounds reaching around the world, and with President Trump's current dialog on immigration, concerns are arising among immigrants who call Tahoe home, and from those that represent them in the area.
The current enrollment of Lake Tahoe Unified School District shows 42.4 percent are Hispanic, 3.6 percent Filipino, 1.2 percent Asian, 48.1 percent white and the rest of other nationalities.
LTUSD to look at STEAM program, new course and budget at Tuesday's meeting
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/30/2017 - 1:25pm
The Lake Tahoe Unified School District trustees will continue their discussion into the future use of the old Al Tahoe school site during a study session prior to their normal board meeting Tuesday.
SLT schools open Wednesday
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/25/2017 - 6:50am
Lake Tahoe Unified School District is open today, Wednesday, January 25.
Douglas County Schools are open with no delays.
Tahoe Truckee School District is open.
Incline Village schools are open.
Pollock Pines schools are open.
Snow Day: Lake Tahoe Unified Schools closed; Douglas County, Tahoe Truckee open
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/24/2017 - 7:32am
Due to narrow, unsafe, unnavigable bus routes in both the city and county, all Schools in the Lake Tahoe Unified School District will be closed today, Tuesday January 24, 2017.
Douglas County Schools are open, but those at the lake are on a main bus stop only schedule.
Tahoe Truckee Schools are open except for Donner Trail Elementary which is closed due to lack of power.
Incline Village schools are open.
Pollock Pines schools are on a snow day.
More snow days announced for Monday
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/22/2017 - 9:02pm
More schools will be having a snow day on Monday. Zephyr Cove Elementary and Whittell High School just announced their closure. The other Douglas County Schools in the valley will be on a two-hour delayed start.
Up at Tahoe Truckee School District, they are watching snow and road conditions and will make their decision at 4:00 a.m. Monday morning.
Lake Tahoe Unified School District on the South Shore already announced their snow day for January 23.
Incline Village schools will also be closed and all other Washoe County schools are on a two-hour delays.
Snow Day Monday for South Lake Tahoe schools
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/22/2017 - 3:04pm
Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) is closing schools on the South Shore Monday, January 23 due to snow expected Sunday and Monday from the latest storm.
LTUSD crews are performing ongoing snow removal operations, as are the City of South Lake Tahoe, Caltrans and El Dorado County.
As of 2:00 p.m. Sunday, no other school in the Lake Tahoe Basin has announced school closures, including Lake Tahoe Community College.
South Lake Tahoe snow days: Love 'em or hate 'em
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/20/2017 - 10:58pm
Snow Days. Kids love 'em, parents maybe not so much.
Last week's five snow days, and a lack of one this week caused some parents to raise concern with how the Lake Tahoe Unified School (LTUSD) decides when to close school for the day.
Closing school is always a tough call for school superintendents across the country, so what is the science behind closing schools when it snows in the Lake Tahoe Unified School District?
Snow day for some schools, South Lake Tahoe schools open
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/20/2017 - 7:29am
Here is an update on all Lake Tahoe area schools for Friday, January 20:
Lake Tahoe Unified School District schools are open.
Tahoe Truckee School District schools are closed for a snow day.
Douglas County schools at the lake are closed.
Incline Village schools are on a two-hour delay.
No word from LTCC.
Smart & Final grand opening in South Lake Tahoe starts with $5,000 donation
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/18/2017 - 10:32pm
Smart & Final Extra! held a grand opening on January 18, marking their return to South Lake Tahoe. The new store was built in the former home of Staples after they closed in June, 2016. There was a complete overhaul of the 24,000 square foot store from the foundation up.
South Lake Tahoe schools closed until Tuesday
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/12/2017 - 4:29pm
South Lake Tahoe students are able to enjoy the never ending snow day with school being canceled for the fifth straight day on Friday, January 13. Due to the extreme snow removal conditions still going on throughout South Lake Tahoe, on all bus routes and school sites from the week long blizzard, Lake Tahoe Unified School District officials decided to call a snow day.
Snow removal has been ongoing and very difficult due to the amount of and consistency of the snow, the notice of cancellation said.
National Trails Day in South Lake Tahoe postponed
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/12/2017 - 1:23pm
1/13/17 update: Too much of a good thing can sometimes put a hitch in your plan! Tahoe received record snowfall in the past week and although clear skies are expected for the day of the hike, it has been postponed to a February date yet to be determined.
In addition, both the City and US Forest Services offices and Lake Tahoe Unified School District have been shut down for most of the week creating additional challenges getting the Generation Green students prepared to lead the event.
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Update on Lake Tahoe area schools opened and closed
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/12/2017 - 8:10am
Douglas County Schools at the lake are open Thursday, but it is main bus stops only for both Whittell High School and Zephyr Cove Elementary.
These stops are designated as:
The corner of Tina Court and Ski Court for students living in the Tramway and Kingsbury Village area:
WHS - Bus will arrive at 6:40 a.m. and depart at 7:05 a.m.
ZCES - Bus will arrive at 7:57 a.m. and depart at 8:20 a.m.
Glenbrook area will board at the entrance to Glenbrook
WHS - Bus will arrive at 6:32 a.m.
ZCES - Bus will arrive at 7:36 a.m.
Lake Tahoe Unified closes schools again Thursday to allow for storm cleanup
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/11/2017 - 2:09pm
All schools in the Lake Tahoe Unified School District will be closed on Thursday, January 12 due to the continuing blizzard.
"Snow removal conditions are ongoing and very difficult due to the amount of and consistency of the snow," said Christy Blach, Transportation Supervisor for the district. "Roads are too narrow for school buses to navigate safety. Roads are too hazardous for students to get to bus stops safely."
Only essential staff should report to work, District Office, snow removal and maintenance.
Lake Tahoe Unified School District closes schools on Wednesday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/10/2017 - 3:40pm
The heavy blizzard in South Lake Tahoe has prompted Lake Tahoe Unified School District to close school again on Wednesday, January 11.
Only essential staff members at the District Office and Snow Removal / Maintenance staff should report to work. All other staff are asked to please stay at home.
Blizzard conditions cause Lake Tahoe schools to close
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/10/2017 - 7:37am
If you or your child go to school in Lake Tahoe, consider yourself off for the day.
Lake Tahoe Unified School District has canceled school on Tuesday, January 10 due to blizzard conditions, extending the two-week break another day.
Lake Tahoe Community College is closed. Sierra Nevada College is closed.
Both Douglas County Schools at the lake, Zephyr Cove Elementary and George Whittell High School are closed. Jacks Valley Elementary School in the valley is closed due to flooding but all other County schools are open.
South Lake Tahoe schools closed Monday due to flooding
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/08/2017 - 6:56pm
6:53 p.m. Sunday update - Lake Tahoe Community College will also be closed Monday, January 9. Douglas County Schools have changed their original plan and all schools will be closed.
Truckee Tahoe Schools will be evaluated at 4:00 a.m. Monday, then a message will be sent out by 4:30 a.m. if closed.
All Washoe County Schools, including Incline Village, will also be closed on Monday.
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Rosie "Mrs. Rosie" Borges 7/10/29 - 12/24/16
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/28/2016 - 6:22pm
Rosie Borges, known by most in South Lake Tahoe as “Mrs. Rosie” passed away in her sleep on December 24, 2016. She was 87-years-old.
Boys & Girls Club able to remain open after water pipes break
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/27/2016 - 9:32pm
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue personnel were called out to the Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe (BGCLT) after a pipe burst in the ceiling on Christmas Day at 4:00 p.m. Damage was kept to ceiling tiles with some minor water damage to walls of a hallway.
BGCLT was able to open Tuesday as they were able to have the kids access classrooms from the outside instead of the affected hallway.
The pipe that burst leads to the boiler.
El Dorado County releases final election results
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/07/2016 - 1:02am
The final group of ballots have been counted in El Dorado County, and the results remained the same in all South Lake Tahoe area elections.
South Lake Tahoe City Council- Top 2 Win
Brooke Laine 2548 22.10%
Jason Collin 1995 17.30%
Tamara Wallace 1852 16.06%
JoAnn Conner 1376 11.94%
Ted Long 1295 11.23%
Danny McLaughlin 775 6.72%
John Shearer 758 6.57%
Harold "Trey" Riddle 328 2.84%
Robert Topel 288 2.50%
Patrick Jarrett 268 2.32%
Lake Tahoe Unified School District
Area 1
Singers, dancers and actors featured in 22nd annual Holiday Extravaganza
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/01/2016 - 5:49pm
Event Date:
December 14, 2016 - 7:00pm
The community is invited to attend the 22nd annual Holiday Extravaganza in the MontBleu Showroom on Wednesday, December 14 and Thursday, December 15, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. each evening.
Since 1995, Lake Tahoe Unified School District choirs from the 3rd through 12th grades have performed on the stage for their holiday concert. They will once again be joined by the Faculty/Parent choir, Blue Ribbon Classical Choir, all who sing together for the big finale.
SLT flags at half-staff after death of former Councilman Bill Crawford
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/28/2016 - 7:04pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF.: Former City of South Lake Tahoe Councilmember Bill Crawford passed away on Friday, November 25, 2016 at the age of 82 after a brief illness. In honor of his service to the community, all City flags will be lowered to half-staff through Friday, December 2.
More ballots counted; South Lake Tahoe election results remain the same
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/23/2016 - 8:15pm
On Wednesday, the El Dorado County Elections Department released more results from the November 8 election. There are still approximately 200-300 ballots remaining to count from County Supervisor District 5 which is from Pollock Pines to South Lake Tahoe and Tahoma.
"We'd like to not wait until the December 6 deadline, but there are quite a few provisional ballots left to count," said Justin Canning of El Dorado County.
All ballots must be certified 28 days after the election, hence their December 6 deadline.
Dr. Larry Green, Dr. Michael Doyle and Adam Jones honored during final LTUSD meeting
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/17/2016 - 4:19pm
They say it's always hard to say goodbye, and that was evident Tuesday evening during the final board meeting for three of the five Lake Tahoe Unified School Board members.
After nine years on the board, Dr. Larry Green chose to not seek a third term, and Dr. Michael Doyle lost in his re-election bid. Adam Jones filled the seat of Sue Novasel for the past two years after she became a county supervisor. He chose not to run this November.
Ballot tally updated: South Lake Tahoe election results remain the same
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/16/2016 - 9:50pm
November 17, 2:30 p.m. update: There are about 500 provisional ballots from the South Lake Tahoe and Meyers areas that need to be counted, along with a few mail-in ballots.
According to Linda Webster, Assistant Registrar of Voters for the County, there are a few mail-in ballots still to be counted county-wide. She expects there will be an update to the returns before Thanksgiving with a final release of figures right after the holiday. It will be that final report that will include the provisional ballot count.
Barton Foundation awards $40,000 to groups addressing local health needs
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/11/2016 - 8:01pm
Barton Health grants were distributed to nine South Lake Tahoe organizations who address the most pressing health needs of the community: mental health, substance abuse and access to health care services.
During a recent luncheon, grants were handed out to Live Violence Free, Lake Tahoe Unified School District, National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) - El Dorado Chapter, SOS Outreach, South Tahoe Family Resource Center, Tahoe Art League, Tahoe Magic, Tahoe Turning Point, and Tahoe Youth & Family Services.
Letter: Annie Davidson thanks community, addresses issues
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/11/2016 - 2:34pm
To the South Lake Tahoe Community,
With the election over, I am writing to congratulate the new LTUSD Board members, to respond to some of the claims Derek Allister made public in the final days of the election, and to reaffirm my commitment to volunteer my time and talents to this school district into the future.
Laine and Collin, Measures P and T win
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/08/2016 - 10:43pm
6:00 a.m. 11/9 Update: It took awhile for ballots to be counted, but 100 percent of the precincts have now been counted for El Dorado County and South Lake Tahoe. The results are unofficial as some mail-in ballots will still be tallied.
Former councilwoman Brooke Laine and hospital executive Jason Collin will be headed to the South Lake Tahoe City Council in what turned out to be a close race with local politics newcomer, Tamara Wallace. Current Councilwoman JoAnn Conner will not be returning for a second term.
SLT City Council results, the top two vote-getters win:
Free Veterans Day Concert in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/08/2016 - 4:44pm
Event Date:
November 10, 2016 - 6:30pm
The Lake Tahoe Unified School District Performing Arts Department will be presenting a a Veterans Musical Tribute on Thursday, November 10 at 6:30 p.m. in the South Tahoe Middle School's multi-purpose room.
This annual concert is a wonderful tribute to the men and women who have served, or are currently serving, our country in the various branches of the military. LTUSD is inviting all veterans and their families, as well as the rest of the community, to attend their concert to honor and thank them for their brave and selfless duty.
Get out and vote - Election Day 2016
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/08/2016 - 9:38am
Many are ready for this election to be over the national level with the negativity surrounding the campaigns. On a local level there are several choices before voters.
If you have not already submitted your ballots, find your polling place here:
If you live in the South Lake Tahoe City limits, you are able to vote for two of ten candidates for City Council (in alphabetical order):
Brooke Laine
Dan McLaughlin
Jason Collin
JoAnn Conner
Letter: Long time educator asks for your vote for LTUSD board
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/07/2016 - 4:26pm
Hello South Lake Tahoe,
As you reflect on voting for the Lake Tahoe Unified School District Board of Education Trustee in Area 1, I respectfully ask for your thoughtful consideration.
Letter: Thank you for your support for LTUSD Board
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/07/2016 - 10:21am
To the South Lake Tahoe Community,
Thank you for considering me for Lake Tahoe Unified School District Board member. With your support, I will serve the residents of Trustee Area #1. My husband Matt Lucksinger, a South Tahoe native, and I decided to move to the LTUSD in 2014, excited to have our daughters enter school and to be able to participate in this community. School Board service is an extension of that decision.
History comes alive with Living Voices performances at SLT schools
Submitted by paula on Sat, 11/05/2016 - 12:29am
What was it like for Anne Frank and other young people during the Holocaust? Or for families getting off the boat in New York and making their way through Ellis Island? Who were the women who led the fight for the right to vote?
These stories were told to students in South Lake Tahoe this week through the Living Voices program presented at South Tahoe and Mt. Tallac High Schools and South Tahoe Middle School.
No Whooping Cough outbreak in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/04/2016 - 4:02pm
Rumors were flying around schools and on social media in South Lake Tahoe this week about a Whooping Cough (pertussis) outbreak at Tahoe Valley Elementary. A 4th grade student became sick with symptoms that resemble pertussis, but that cannot be confirmed for two weeks.
