Great news for young learners across the Reno area: PBS Reno has received a $25,000 grant to fund its Curiosity Classroom workshops, giving local students hands-on educational experiences backed by one of the region’s most trusted public media organizations.

The Curiosity Classroom program is designed to spark imagination and a love of learning in children through interactive, curriculum-connected workshops. With this fresh infusion of grant funding, PBS Reno will be able to expand its reach and bring these enriching sessions to more classrooms and community spaces throughout the area.

PBS Reno has long served as an educational cornerstone for Northern Nevada families, offering programming and outreach that extends well beyond the television screen. The Curiosity Classroom initiative is a prime example of that commitment — putting educators and students together in engaging, exploratory learning environments that complement what kids experience in school every day.

A $25,000 grant of this kind represents a meaningful investment in the intellectual growth of Reno’s youngest residents. Whether workshops are held in schools, libraries, or community centers, the program gives children the chance to ask questions, experiment, and discover — exactly the kind of curiosity that fuels lifelong learning.

Community members looking to learn more about PBS Reno’s Curiosity Classroom workshops or find out how local schools can participate are encouraged to reach out to PBS Reno directly. It’s a bright moment for education in the Biggest Little City, and a reminder of the powerful role public media plays in nurturing the next generation of thinkers and innovators.

Also on the community calendar: registration is now open for Reno’s 2026 Veterans Day Parade, set for November 11. It’s shaping up to be another meaningful tribute to the men and women who have served our country — and a wonderful occasion for the whole community to come together.

Sources: KOLO | 8 News Now, This Is Reno