Topic: 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ history

Students cheer in front of tall scarlet 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ letters on an outdoor field
51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ History | May 7, 2025

Here's how the signature scarlet letters — the star of hundreds (thousands?) of photos — found a home at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ. 

a man and woman posing in a formal garden
51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ History | April 15, 2025

The garden is among the many contributions to 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ from Elaine Wynn. The business leader and philanthropist passed away April 14, 2025.

black and white photo of Herbert Derfelt
51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ History | April 2, 2025

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s origin story traces back to one vote by one man, Herb Derfelt. And his legacy continues through generations of family members who followed in his educator footsteps.

Pate Thomas holds a photo of his great-grandfather Herbert Derfelt
51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ History | April 2, 2025

Pate Thomas initially had no desire to add his name to the long list of family members who became Rebels and then educators. Now? He’s a proud alum, a difference-making educator, and the boss of a brand-new high school.

a man at a table with a microscope and open book
51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ History | February 9, 2024

The late biology professor documented the history of Southern Nevada through its plants.