For most kids, going to a Vegas Golden Knights game is already a dream come true. For Mrs. Janette’s 5th grade class at Darnell Elementary, the October 3 home game became a night they will never forget.

Game Day Excitement

From the moment the students arrived at the Fortress, their energy was contagious. Dressed in Golden Knights gear, the class filled the stands with cheers, wide-eyed excitement, and plenty of smiles. For many of the students, it was their very first VGK game, which made the experience even more special.

Throughout the night, the kids soaked up every moment. They watched the players take the ice, felt the roar of the crowd, and waved their rally towels with pure joy. The Fortress atmosphere turned into a classroom of its own, where the lessons were about teamwork, community pride, and celebrating together.

A Special Honor for Their Teacher

Adding to the excitement, their teacher Mrs. Janette was honored with a ride on the Adam Kutner Zamboni. As she circled the rink, her students jumped to their feet, waving and cheering as the crowd joined in the celebration. It was a proud moment for the entire class to see their teacher recognized in front of thousands of fans.

Memories That Last a Lifetime

The Adam S. Kutner Community Champion program is designed to spotlight students and educators who embody grit, kindness, and community spirit. For this special night, it was all about creating memories. Mrs. Janette’s class did not just watch a hockey game. They became part of the Vegas Golden Knights family.

As the final buzzer sounded, the kids left with smiles, stories, and memories they will carry with them for years to come.

Congratulations again to Mrs. Janette and her 5th grade class on their unforgettable knight at the Fortress. Go Knights Go!

The Golden Knights wrapped up the preseason with a Friday night matchup with the San Jose Sharks. San Jose struck first 1:18 into the game. The Sharks doubled their lead late in the middle frame to take a 2-0 lead through 40 minutes of play.

Vegas was awarded four power play opportunities but couldn’t find the back of the net on any of them. After 60 minutes, San Jose came away with the final preseason victory with VGK’s only goal coming from Alex Holtz.

Vegas finishes off the preseason with a record of 3-4-1. The Golden Knights will now prepare for the regular season beginning on Wednesday. Puck drop for Opening Night against the Los Angeles Kings is scheduled for 7 PM.

The Golden Knights returned to Las Vegas for a home-and-home preseason matchup with the Colorado Avalanche. With under two minutes to play in the opening period the Avalanche took a one goal lead.

Five and a half minutes into the final frame Brett Howden scored his first preseason goal to even the score. William Karlsson snapped the tie nine minutes later.

On Friday night, Vegas will finish off the preseason against San Jose. Puck drop from T-Mobile Arena is scheduled for 7 PM.

We had an unforgettable morning at Darnell Elementary School with the CCSD Engagement Unit. We brought custom Pinkbox Doughnuts and some even sweeter news for Mrs. Janette’s fifth grade class. Every student is going to the Vegas Golden Knights home game on October 3.

To make the experience even more memorable, Mrs. Janette will also ride the Adam Kutner Zamboni during the game. This once in a lifetime opportunity celebrates her incredible dedication to her students.

Why This Class Was Chosen

As part of the Adam S. Kutner Community Champion Award program, we invited CCSD staff to nominate deserving classes and teachers for this prize. Mrs. Janette’s nomination stood out right away:

“Our 5th graders are amazing! We have 120 5th grade friends this year! The growth these incoming 5th graders showed from 4th to 5th was huge! Our Reading and Math scores showed the most growth out of all the CCSD Elementary schools! That’s GRIT! The past 7 years my Spread Kindness campaign to honor the Vegas 58 has been in place at Cadwallader MS. The 8th grade artists create life sized angel wings in honor of all 58 angels. The gallery opens on Oct. 1 each year to the community! Healing!”

Her words reflect not only the academic achievements of her students but also the compassion and resilience that she fosters in her classroom and community.

Celebrating Grit and Kindness

From academic growth to community impact, this fifth grade class truly represents what it means to be champions. Their hard work, spirit, and kindness remind us why recognizing educators and students is so important.

Congratulations to Mrs. Janette and all of her students. Enjoy the game, and as always:

Go Knights Go! 🏒✨

The Golden Knights hit home ice for the first time in 2025-26 for a preseason matchup against Pacific Division rival LA Kings. After a long summer, Vegas fans got a chance to watch some of their favorite players in action. Full-timers Pavel Dorofeyev, Noah Hanifin, Tomas Hertl, Adin Hill, William Karlsson, Brandon Saad, Reilly Smith, Mark Stone and Zach Whitecloud all dressed against the Kings.

Los Angeles opened the scoring five minutes into Vegas’ second exhibition game. The Kings doubled their less midway in the third period. Vegas’ young defenseman Vliam Kmec snapped the shutout to get his team within one. An empty netter sealed it for the Kings.

Vegas will face the Utah Mammoth on Thursday for their third preseason match. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 PM.

Adam Kutner Cares is honored to continue supporting BE A SHERO Foundation and its powerful mission to empower survivors of exploitation. Over the weekend, our team proudly sponsored the foundation’s inspiring “I Am Radiant” Fashion Show, an event dedicated to celebrating strength, courage, and resilience.

Hosted at Fashion Show Mall, the runway was filled with incredible participants who shared their light and reminded everyone in attendance that hope and healing are possible. We were proud to stand among advocates, community leaders, and supporters who are all working toward the same goal of creating a safer world for vulnerable youth and survivors of human trafficking.

This year’s event was extra special for our team. A couple of our Adam Kutner Cares members were invited to hit the runway, further demonstrating our commitment to walking alongside survivors and supporting the SHERO Foundation’s mission.

Our partnership with BE A SHERO Foundation is an important part of our ongoing effort to give back to the Las Vegas community. Together, we are helping raise awareness, provide critical resources, and inspire others to get involved in the fight against exploitation.

At Adam Kutner Cares, we are dedicated to supporting causes that protect and strengthen families in our community. This back-to-school season, our team joined Nevada Child Seekers at Cox Back to School events held at SkyView YMCA and Meadows Mall.

During the events, we distributed child safety kits to families. These kits give parents essential tools such as fingerprint records and DNA samples that can be safely stored with family documents. While no one wants to imagine a child going missing, having this information readily available can be critical in assisting law enforcement during urgent situations.

To further our commitment, Adam Kutner made a $10,000 donation to Nevada Child Seekers, marking one of the largest contributions the organization has ever received. This gift helps sustain their mission of keeping children safe, raising awareness about missing youth, and providing resources for prevention and recovery.

We are proud to stand beside Nevada Child Seekers in their work to protect children and support families across Nevada. Together, we can create a safer community for every child.

Supporting Nevada Child Seekers at the Cox Back to School Fair

On Saturday, August 9, the Adam Kutner Cares team joined the community at the Cox Back to School Fair inside Meadows Mall. The event brought together local organizations, businesses, and families to prepare for a safe and successful school year.

We were proud to support Nevada Child Seekers at their booth by helping distribute important child safety materials. Our team also represented the firm with Adam S. Kutner signage, helping raise awareness of our continued commitment to protecting and empowering children in our community.

It was an inspiring day filled with connection, education, and community spirit. We are grateful to Nevada Child Seekers for the opportunity to collaborate and to everyone who stopped by to learn more about keeping children safe.

Standing with Survivors: Supporting the Be A SHERO Foundation

This month, the Adam Kutner Cares team is proud to stand alongside the Be A SHERO Foundation in their mission to support survivors of exploitation. Their upcoming fashion show is more than a runway. It is a celebration of courage, resilience, and empowerment, featuring incredible survivors who are reclaiming their voices and their futures.

In addition to attending and cheering on the participants, we have contributed $5,000 to help further the foundation’s life-changing programs and advocacy work. This contribution helps ensure that SHERO can continue to provide essential resources, safe spaces, and hope to those they serve.

We encourage our team members, friends, and community partners to join us at this inspiring event. Together, we can amplify the voices of survivors and help build a safer and stronger future for all.

Event Details:
📅 Saturday, August 31
🕜 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
📍 Macy’s, Fashion Show Mall