Prince Harry To Hit Up Vegas On U.S. Trip!

Prince Harry + Sin City = OMG WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE THOSE PICTURES!!

On Prince Harry's upcoming trip to America for a helicopter training session with the British Army, he'll be making a quick stop in the Nevada desert.

During his first week, he'll be spending time in El Centro, California, then will head northeast to Las Vegas during the midway point of his training, which is customary for all Army trainees to take part in.

Hmm, oh yes, this all sounds very, very professional. A "necessary" stop in Sin City seems completely plausible for trainees. OR, they just want to party their butts off! LOLz! We think it's more like latter, dontcha think??

Have fun in Vegas, Harry! Don't forget to hit us up on the way there!

[Image via WENN.]

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Plan a Last-Minute Trip to Vegas

Las Vegas is one of the most popular destinations for last minute trips. Here's a look at how to efficiently pull together an 11th hour trek to the City of Sin.

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Forget Lady Luck — Research is your best friend when it comes to a trip to Vegas. Before packing a bag and heading to the airport, it's worth checking the Las Vegas Convention Center's online calendar. This nifty resource will tell you which conventions will be in town, which venues will be crowded, and even how many attendees are expected.

If you have some flexibility with your dates, you'll want to strategically position your travel between larger events. The benefits are four-fold: flying will be easier, rooms will be vacant, taxis should be plentiful, and pretty much every aspect of the trip will be cheaper.

With your dates set, it's time to tackle the trip's keystones — flights and lodging. Luckily, the popularity of travel sites like Hipmunk, Expedia, and Orbitz have democratized the process of finding flights and rooms in Vegas. Discerning travelers can use these sites for a la carte booking of preferred airlines and hotel chains (though typically having your pick will cost you extra).

Perusing a site's "Vacation Packages" and "Last Minute Deals" sections can't hurt either. Vegas-themed promotions are perennially offered through most travel websites, and the convenience of booking a hotel, flight, and even entertainment in one fell swoop can't be beat.

And remember, last-minute booking often leaves you at a disadvantage one way or another. While mapping out your travel and accommodations, try to strike a balance between indulgence and pragmatism. Overpaying for a room you'll almost never occupy makes little sense, especially when those funds can go to other activities.

New York may be the city that never sleeps, but Las Vegas comes pretty close. For a bird's eye view of 24/7 deluge of concerts, shows and revues, be sure to take a peek at Vegas.com's show guide. On top of all the vital info (locations, times, synopses, etc.) the site also serves as a storefront for buying tickets.

Depending on how last-minute your trip is, you may not even have time to crack a laptop, let alone a travel guide, in the hotel room. But in today's age of mobile computing, you won't be wandering aimlessly. While you're in the airport or the cab on the way there, download the Vegas-specifc iPhone app Vegas Mate to find out exactly what you want to do and plan it, and then check out Vegas Reality as you move throughout the Strip. This augmented reality app will show you what's inside Vegas venues as you walk by.

Though it's easy to be overwhelmed, never forget your central mission: strategically filling your itinerary. Try to leave room in your schedule for the serendipitous, and remember that a lot of Vegas's fun (like dancing on the tables at TAO right before last call) can't be scheduled.

Pro tip: Don't have the funds for a show or a VIP pass to a nightclub? In an absolute pinch you can always seek out one of the numerous timeshare rental companies located on The Strip. Most offer tickets to shows or vouchers for a fancy dinner in exchange for sitting through a tedious (and often high-pressure) sales pitch. It's an imperfect solution, but it works.

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Las Vegas Schools Kicks Off Several Events for the New School Year

Las Vegas Schools ' Cheyenne High School Host Specialist in Gender Neutral Education

Dr. Leonard Sax, one of the foremost authorities in the success of gender neutral education, addressed the teachers and staff of Cheyenne High School. This was part of a professional development day scheduled before the start of the new school year. Dr. Sax is an author, psychologist, and family physician who has become a leading scholar on the topic of how gender differences affect student learning.

Dr. Sax's day long presentation at Las Vegas Schools' Cheyenne High School was based on twenty years of educational research and his most recent book, "Why Gender Matters." Cheyenne High School has been using gender based instruction for a few years now based on the idea that males and females learn differently. Students who experience gender based education have been shown to ask more questions and have fewer problems with discipline. Dr. Sax's workshop offered practical advice on discipline, gender stereotypes, and helping students avoid smoking, drugs and alcohol.

Las Vegas Schools Energy Conservation Program Reports Savings

The Two hundred and thirty-four Las Vegas Schools have will receive rebates for saving energy during the 2005-2006 school year. Schools in the Las Vegas Schools that have cut their energy costs by 10% or more will receive rebates of between $1,500 to $5,000. These rebates will be placed in a special account fund and will total around $560,000. Schools will be allowed to use these funds on anything that could directly impact student learning and achievement. This energy saving fund rewards those schools that have made behavioral changes in how they use energy. Las Vegas Schools that qualify for the program are those that can show that they have at least two years of documented utility history and then show that they have cut their energy use by at least 10%.

This energy conservation program asks staff and faculty of Las Vegas Schools to keep school doors and HVAC systems, computers, lights, and electrical appliances turned off when not in use. Faculty are also asked to report lights, HVAC systems and refrigerators that are not operating.

The 2006-2007 Las Vegas Schools' Back to School Tour

This year's Las Vegas Schools' Back to School Tour focuses on the new schools opening in September. This tour is conducted by the Las Vegas Schools' Superintendent. The current Superintendent, Walt Rulffes, tours all the new schools and will take part in ribbon cutting ceremonies at each of the new schools. The Las Vegas Schools' Superintendent will visit with faculty, staff, and students.

The tour begins at Rancho High School, then to Johnston Middle School, then to its new neighbor, Hayden Elementary School and finally finish at Dearing Elementary School. Dearing Elementary Schools was just named a High Achieving School by the No Child Left Behind Guidelines.

Las Vegas Schools' Tanaka Elementary School Starts the New Year Right

Tanaka Elementary School is starting the new school year by having a picnic open to the parents and community members. The picnic is intended to build a stronger school community and celebrate the start of school. Along with food and games, local political candidates will stop by to meet and greet the crowd. The picnic is being organized by the Tanaka Elementary School's Parent Teacher Association.

Stacy Andell is a staff writer for Schools K-12, providing free, in-depth reports on all U.S. public and private K-12 schools. Stacy has a nose for research and writes stimulating news and views on school issues. For more information please visit Las Vegas Schools

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Las Vegas Schools Open New Schools and Hire New Teachers

New Schools Equal New Hires

Las Vegas Schools have ten new schools opening for the 2006-2007 school year. Nine are brand new schools, while one is a replacement of Rancho High School. This is part of a long term plan to meet student population demands and create modern facilities. The schools opening in August are six elementary schools, two middle schools and two high schools. The new elementary schools are Hayden Elementary, Schorr Elementary, Steele Elementary, Thompson Elementary, Ward Elementary and Wright Elementary. The middle schools are Johnston and Tarkanian and the high schools are the new Legacy High School and the replacement Rancho High School. All these new schools create the need for more teacher and support staff. With this in mind Las Vegas Schools is engaging in a very active recruitment process including holding a recruitment fair this summer to be held at the Desert Rose Adult High School. In the area of academic staff Las Vegas Schools are hiring over one thousand new staff and teachers. But academic staff are not the only ones needed to keep a school running. These new member schools of Las Vegas Schools are also in need of bus drivers, transportation aides, vehicle mechanics and substitute food service workers.

The New Rancho High School

The newest edition to Las Vegas Schools is the placement of the old Rancho High School. The new design may seem surprisingly familiar to the students. The new Rancho High School is based on the same design used in most suburban shopping malls. The new 330,000 square foot school was built on the site of the former schools athletic field. The old school will be torn down later in the school year. The new Rancho High School follows a two story mall design and the total building cost was around $75 million. The money came from the Las Vegas Schools $3.5 billion capital improvement plan approved by voters in 1998. The new design did cause a little concern but it actually creates a very functional and friendly space which can add to the success of a school. The Rancho High School principal plans to divide the school into four distinct sections each with its own assistant principal and student services. These sections will possibly be divided based on grade level or program type.

Rancho High School is well known for its magnet programs that aim towards the medical and aviation fields. These magnet programs will have new offices and special facilities on the new Ranch High School campus. The ROTC will also have a new area. The Rancho High School ROTC is one of the largest in the U.S. and the facility will be able to accommodate over five hundred students. The Ranch High School replacement is part of a long term replacement plan by Las Vegas schools. The plan was to replace five existing schools Sunrise Acres Elementary, Wendell Williams Elementary and Rancho High School are the first three with Booker Elementary and Virgin Valley Elementary to follow.

Rancho High School is Second to Have Mall Design

Rancho High School is the second Las Vegas School to have the mall design. The first was at Buffalo and Grand Teton. The mall design creates a new and unique space that provides natural light and fresh air to the classrooms while creating a more secure environment than a conventional school design. Both the current principal and the president of the construction company building the new school are former Rancho High School graduates, who are extremely pleased with the modern replacement.

Stacy Andell is a staff writer for Schools K-12, providing free, in-depth reports on all U.S. public and private K-12 schools. Stacy has a nose for research and writes stimulating news and views on school issues. For more information please visit Las Vegas Schools

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Las Vegas Schools Prosper this Summer

"A Celebration of Progress" Marks the Opening of New Las Vegas School Buildings

This past August, leaders from the Las Vegas Schools gathered at the Cashman Theatre for "A Celebration of Progress." This was a celebration to mark the opening of nine new schools and one replacement school in the Las Vegas School System. In attendance were officials from Las Vegas Schools, Nevada State officials, community leaders, school principals, and architects. Las Vegas Schools' "A Celebration of Progress" was hosted by entertainer Clint Holmes.

The event was sponsored by The Council of Educational Facility Planners International; this is the eighth year that the Council of Educational Facility Planners International has sponsored this event. The Council of Educational Facility Planners International is an organization of education and construction professionals that aims to improve the places in which students learn. Various models and renderings of the new facilities were displayed and the students from these new schools created exhibits promoting school spirit. This years keynote speakers were Las Vegas Schools' Superintendent Dr. Walt Rulffes and Mrs. Ruth Johnson, President of the Clark County School District Board of School Trustees. The Hal Smith Elementary School choir performed, as well as the CP Squires After School All-Stars folkloric dance team.

The new school buildings were constructed to meet Las Vegas Schools' expanding enrollment that will have around 12,000 new students enroll for the 2006-2007 school year. This influx of new students raises the total number of students in the Las Vegas Schools to over 300,000. The new schools include six elementary schools, two middle schools and one high school. The replacement school building is also a high school.

At the August 9th "A Celebration of Progress" event Paul Gerner, Associate Superintendent for Facilities, thanked the architectural and construction partners who made the new schools possible. The Las Vegas Schools' system is expected to continue is substantial growth for many years to come.

Las Vegas School Students Take Part in Youth Leadership Summit

This summer several Las Vegas Schools' students went to the Youth Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C. The Youth Leadership Summit was created through a partnership between The National Council for Community and Education Partnerships and Booz Allen Hamilton. The Youth Leadership Summit is designed to give students an opportunity to participate in educational reform. Students invited to the Youth Leadership Summit were participants in the Las Vegas Schools' GEAR UP program, which is a national program, intended to increase the number of students who go to and succeed in university and college. Along with participation in the GEAR UP program, students were selected based on their academic performance, leadership roles they take in their schools and recommendations from their principals and teachers. All of the participants from Las Vegas Schools will be seniors in the 2006-2007 school year.

The Youth Leadership Summit included different activities in the areas of teamwork and leadership that encouraged the students to share their own perspectives on how educators should improve student achievement. The suggestions that resulted from the Youth Leadership Summit included: creating information centers that would aid students and families in finding information for postsecondary education and creating peer and adult tutoring and mentoring programs that support middle and high school students.

Stacy Andell is a staff writer for Schools K-12, providing free, in-depth reports on all U.S. public and private K-12 schools. Stacy has a nose for research and writes stimulating news and views on school issues. For more information please visit Las Vegas Schools

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