Vegas Baby, Vegas High: Unveiling the Oldest School in Sin City
Las Vegas: a place where fortunes are won and lost, buffets are legendary, and showgirls defy gravity (or at least create the illusion of it). But beneath the glitz and neon, there's a surprising amount of history. And that, my friends, leads us to the topic of education – specifically, the granddaddy of high schools in Vegas.
So, buckle up and take notes, because we're about to crash the course on the oldest high school in Las Vegas!
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The OG of Education: Las Vegas High School
That title belongs to the mighty Las Vegas High School (LVHS). LVHS isn't just another school; it's practically a relic compared to the flashy casinos that have sprung up around it. We're talking about a school that opened its doors in 1905, back when Las Vegas was a dusty little town with dreams of becoming a gambling mecca (and boy, did those dreams come true!).
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Fun Fact: The original LVHS campus was actually a tent! Can you imagine cramming for finals under a canvas roof in the desert heat? Talk about tough love!
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From Tent City to Art Deco Dreams: A Brief History of LVHS
LVHS has seen its fair share of transformations over the years. After the tent experiment (let's be honest, it wasn't a long-term solution), the school moved to a few different locations before settling into its iconic art deco building in 1931. This beauty, located at 315 S. 7th Street, is now home to the Las Vegas Academy of the Arts, but its legacy as LVHS lives on.
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Did you know? The art deco building is a designated historic landmark. So next time you're in Vegas and feeling cultured (in between rounds of blackjack, of course), swing by and check it out!
So You Think You Know Vegas High?
Here's a quick quiz to test your newfound knowledge:
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- What year did Las Vegas High School open? (Answer: 1905)
- What was the original LVHS campus made of? (Answer: A tent... seriously!)
- Where is the historic art deco LVHS building located now? (Answer: It's home to the Las Vegas Academy of the Arts.)
How to Vegas High, You Ask? (Some Frequently Asked Questions)
How to visit the historic Las Vegas High School building? While the original school is now the Las Vegas Academy, you can still admire its art deco facade from the outside.
How to enroll at the current Las Vegas High School? LVHS is a public school, so you'll need to follow the Clark County School District's enrollment procedures.
How to find out more about Las Vegas High School's history? The Las Vegas High School Alumni Association website (
http://www.lvhsaa.com/ How to impress your friends with Vegas trivia? Just casually drop the fact that you know Las Vegas High School pre-dates the flashy casinos!
How to gamble responsibly (since we are in Vegas, after all)? Set a budget and stick to it! Remember, education is always the best bet.
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