Where It All Began More than 15 years ago, at Moapa Valley High School, a new principal took note of a student who stood out—not for perfect grades or a clear career plan, but for something harder to define. Holly Perkins remembers that time differently. “I saw myself as a student trying to bring my [...]
The Public Education Foundation (PEF) today announced Board and Staff leadership appointments, which take effect June 1, 2026. Peter Guzman concludes his two-year term as Board Chair, and will be succeeded by current Vice Chair Tony Sanchez. Joshua Miller, currently PEF’s Treasurer, becomes Vice Chair. Jean Vock, formerly Chief Financial Officer of UNLV, succeeds Josh [...]
Opening Doors: The Spark That Ignites a Calling For many aspiring educators, the journey to the classroom is fueled by a deep desire to make a difference. For Yesenia Gonzalez Guevara and Ja’niya Sampson, Teacher FastTrack Recruit mentees at Western High School, this passion is unmistakable. Yesenia shares, “My passion for education comes from wanting [...]
When you walk through the halls of Wallin Elementary, you can feel something special in the air—a sense of purpose, compassion, and community that extends far beyond the classroom walls. At the heart of this vibrant learning environment are two educators whose dedication to students and mentorship exemplifies the very best of what it means [...]
The Public Education Foundation (PEF) hosted its annual Golden Apple Gala on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Durango Casino & Resort, bringing together nearly 400 business executives, community leaders, educators, and champions of public education for an inspiring evening celebrating excellence, impact, and community partnership. Thanks to the historic investment and collaboration of sponsors and [...]