Posts By: Kimberly Regan

Benefits of P.L.A.Y. Based Learning

Benefits of P.L.A.Y. Based Learning P.L.A.Y at Sierra Nevada Academy Charter School(SNACS) is POWERFUL! Promoting Learning and Accountability in Youth, also known as P.L.A.Y. is the academic model that sets us apart from the rest. Through play, we teach the...

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Empowering Minds: STEAM at SNACS

This summer, Sierra Nevada Academy Charter School announced the launch of an innovative educational tool, PLAY® Interactive Choice Board Learning Management System. We can’t wait to get this new technology in the hands of our students this August. We recently...

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Exploring Social Emotional Learning at SNACS

Exploring Social Emotional Learning at SNACS At Sierra Nevada Academy Charter School, Social Emotional Learning (SEL) is an integral part of the curriculum and school culture, designed to foster emotional intelligence, resilience, and interpersonal skills among students. Research has shown...

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25 Years of Excellence with SNACS

25 Years of Excellence with SNACS In April 1999, Dr. Regan and the SNACS founding board and committee members wrote and submitted the charter application to be a Washoe County School District-sponsored charter school. Sierra Nevada Academy Charter School (SNACS) paved...

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Top 10 Reasons to Attend SNACS

Top 10 Reasons to Attend SNACS As a tuition-free charter school, Sierra Nevada Academy Charter School (SNACS) is open to K-8 students in the Reno, NV area. Our mission is to lead educational innovation through personalized learning via PLAY (more...

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Charter Schools: A Voice and a Choice

Charter Schools: A Voice and a Choice This article was originally published by NevadaBusiness.com on June 1, 2023. Since charter schools emerged in the 90s, legislators, educators, parents and communities across the state of Nevada have been working together to...

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SNACS Preschool Awarded Grant for Free 3- and 4-year-old Program

SNACS Preschool was awarded the Early Childhood Expansion Grant to expand the current 4-year-old program and add a 3-year-old program. The program offers free care for qualifying three- and 4-year-old children Monday-Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. to support...

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COVID-19 Protocols 2023-2024

The COVID-19 BA2.86 Variant is rising in northern Nevada, the state, and the nation. Schools and early care and education (ECE) programs are an essential part of the infrastructure of communities as they provide safe, supportive learning environments for students...

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Summer School Focused on SEL

SNACS summer school begins June 27 for enrolled students of all grade levels. The summer program supports social-emotional learning such as problem-solving, positive relationships, and team building. These skills are essential to increase student engagement and achievement in school. Students...

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SNACS Spring Fling was a Splash

The SNACS School Community celebrates with the annual Spring Fling to end the year with a splash. Students enjoyed the dunk tank, bounce obstacle course, musical chairs, carnival games, face painting, and lots of summer food. Luckily, Mother Nature cooperated!...

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