On Friday, Strong Start Academy Elementary School in Las Vegas will officially open its newly expanded facilities at the Tony Hsieh Education Center, with Mayor Shelley Berkley and Ward 3 Councilwoman Olivia Diaz attending the ceremony. The expansion at 310 S. Ninth St. will add space for 144 more K-5 students, raising the school's total capacity to 360, according to the City of Las Vegas.
The academy is recognized for its commitment to bilingual education and encourages students to engage in dual-language learning, "supports and embraces the development of their home languages and cultures," as reported by the City of Las Vegas. This approach reflects a broader effort to integrate the diversity of American culture into local educational programs.
Strong Start Academy Elementary School, originally a city-initiated nonprofit and now a charter school, is expanding under the oversight of its independent board. Builder's United completed the construction project with a budget of $6.35 million to accommodate a growing student population. The new facility is set to open soon, providing additional space for students, parents, and educators, as stated by the City of Las Vegas.
