More than 25 years of dedication can shape countless lives, and for this year’s Adam Kutner Cares Community Champion Award recipient, that impact begins at the very first step of a child’s educational journey.

Laraine LiVolsi, a first-grade teacher in the Clark County School District, has devoted her career to mentoring, guiding, and inspiring young minds. For more than two decades, she has shown up each day with compassion, patience, and an unwavering belief in the potential of every child who enters her classroom.

Laraine’s journey makes her impact even more meaningful. Growing up in an impoverished community, she chose to give back by serving students in underprivileged schools across Las Vegas, Nevada, and New York. Through determination, perseverance, and empathy, she has consistently demonstrated that circumstances do not define potential.

At the heart of Laraine’s teaching is a powerful message she shares with her students every day: “If I can do it, then so can you.” This belief is not simply a motto, but a promise she lives out in her classroom. As a role model and advocate, she creates a nurturing environment where young learners feel supported, capable, and empowered from the very start of their educational journey.

To honor her extraordinary service and lifelong commitment to education, Laraine was celebrated as a special guest at a Vegas Golden Knights home game, where she received the distinguished honor of riding the Adam S. Kutner Injury Attorneys logo wrapped Zamboni in recognition of her dedication.

Thank you, Laraine LiVolsi, for uplifting our community, empowering the next generation, and exemplifying what it truly means to be a Community Champion. Your legacy will continue to inspire students, families, and educators for years to come.

By day, he is a dedicated educator. By every other measure, he is a true community champion. We are proud to recognize Josiah Davisson of Las Vegas High School as one of our newest Adam Kutner Cares Community Champion Award recipients.

Josiah’s impact reaches far beyond the walls of his classroom. Through DevCat Studios, he empowers students to create real-world apps, games, and professional portfolios, giving them hands-on experience and tangible skills they can carry into future careers. His work bridges the gap between learning and doing, showing students what is possible when creativity and technology come together.

Josiah is also the founder of BridgePoints, a nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting CCSD students with internships, mentors, and industry-driven projects. By opening doors to real opportunities, he helps students build networks, confidence, and pathways to success that extend well beyond graduation. His commitment to diversifying opportunity and preparing students for the future makes a lasting difference in the lives he touches.

In partnership with the CCSD Engagement Unit, we had the honor of surprising Josiah with this recognition. Surrounded by supporters, he was presented with a commemorative plaque celebrating his contributions, along with two tickets to a Vegas Golden Knights game.

The celebration continued that evening when Josiah took a victory lap on the Adam S. Kutner Zamboni, a moment that symbolized the momentum he creates every day for his students and community.

From the classroom to center ice, Josiah Davisson represents impact in motion. Thank you for your innovation, leadership, and unwavering dedication to empowering the next generation. We are honored to recognize you as an Adam Kutner Cares Community Champion.