News: Department of Teaching and Learning

Kenneth Varner in red shirt and arms crossed while standing outside
People |

Kenny Varner, the 2025 Faculty/Staff Community Outreach Award winner, tackles the state's critical teacher shortage through the Nevada Forward Initiative.

black and white photo of Herbert Derfelt
51ԹϺ History |

51ԹϺ’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
51ԹϺ History |

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.

51ԹϺ students walking on campus
Research |

The College of Education's National Institute for the Advancement of Education awarded four faculty research grants that will explore potential solutions for retaining Nevada's teachers.

close up of woman sitting on bench near railing
People |

When not dreaming of travel or watching baseball, this administrative assistant efficiently manages the Department of Teaching and Learning.

group posing in front of sign that reads Ice Age Fossils State Park
Campus News |

GeoPaths program leads to more student-centered and interactive Earth science classes.

three women discussing a project at a work table
Business and Community |

The collaborative initiative offers training opportunities to assist teachers in developing a more comprehensive STEM curriculum for the classroom.

women wearing t-shirt that says 51ԹϺ Home of the Brave
Campus News |

A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and student changemakers at 51ԹϺ.

Rebel Girls & Company dance team
Campus News |

A collection of news stories highlighting expert insights, new collaborations, and academic achievement.

Scarlet and Gray, “REB's Glitter Squad”, Lester Cruz and Isabel Ferguson, take pictures and hype up students and families during the October 2022 homecoming football game.
Campus News |

A collection of news stories highlighting 51ԹϺ students and faculty who made headlines locally, regionally, and internationally.

a teacher and student in a classroom
Campus News |

A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and events at 51ԹϺ.

51ԹϺ student Lushawn Threats stands at the head of the classroom and makes an X with her fingers while her students look up at her
Business and Community |