Governor Extends “Stay AT Home” and School Closures through April 30th
Governor Sisolak announced this morning that he extends the mandated “Stay at Home” closure date to April 30th extending the emergency declaration. Today, Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak formally issued a “Stay at Home” directive for Nevadans and extended the nonessential business, gaming and school closures and all other directives issued under the Emergency Declaration to […]
SNACS Staff stays strong through this uncertain time
Distance Learning Letter to Families
Dr. Regan provides a letter to families to detail immediate and emergency plans to offer distance learning as mandated by Governor Sisolak. The letter can be accessed by clicking the link: SNACS Distance Learning Letter for Families 3.26.20. The letter will also be posted at SNACS Office and mailed to families. An abbreviated version of […]
Preschools remain open to serve essential personnel families
The Reno Gazette Journal posted data from the Washoe County Health Department including the list of preschools that remain open under Governor Sisolak’s declaration that preschools/daycare centers are considered emergency essential businesses amid COVID-19. The article can be read in entirety here: SNACS Preschool and others remain open. All preschools/daycare centers are under the licensing of […]
Third grade class simulation on how germs spread
Do you ever wonder how germs spread if we can’t see them? Or, do you ever think you are being really careful about spreading your germs or not touching your face? Watch this video to see a cool third-grade class simulation that shows how easily and quickly germs spread! Then, see how often you touch […]
Governor Sisolak adopts new regulations for COVID-19
Governor Sisolak adopts new regulations in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The regulations address the COVID-19 pandemic and Nevada as a state of emergency. It also defines essential and non-essential businesses within the state during an emergency. Preschools are declared as an essential business! The regulations can be read here: COVID-19 Emergency-Regulations 3.20.20
Governor Sisolak extends school closures until April 16
Governor Steve Sisolak has ordered schools to stay closed at least until April 16. This order extends his previous closure order by 10 days. It aligns school closures with a 30-day shutdown of “non-essential” businesses timeline. Governor Sisolak announced the extension Friday night, reiterating schools will be reopened after the state’s chief medical officer reviewed […]
Meals Provided for ALL Children 18 and Under
This is an important message for all families who need support and assistance with providing meals for their students during our school closures. Meals are provided for all children aged 18 and under. You don’t need to bring any identification or information about your family to receive this food, and all meals are FREE of […]
Governor’s COVID-19 Initiative Declares Child Care Facilities as Essential Service
As a response to COVID-19, Governor Sisolak mandates all non-essential services to close for a minimum of a 30-day period on March 17, 2020. This comes after multiple warnings and increased mandates across local, state, and national government agencies responding to COVID-19. SNACS Preschool is a designated site for only for those essential services employees, […]
SNACS Students Eligible for Food Service During COVID-19
SNACS recognizes students and families may need additional nutritional support during the COVID-19 school closures ordered by the Governor. There are several places in the area designated to provide free food services for students through the coordinated efforts of The Food Bank of Northern Nevada and the Washoe County School District. SNACS students are eligible […]