Art teacher recognized for helping students during the pandemic LAS VEGAS (KVVU) — Teachers and students have had a challenging time during the pandemic with distance learning, however a middle school teacher in Las Vegas was honored nationally for helping students succeed. Rebecca Weeks, an art teacher at Bailey Middle School, was honored with the National Education Association Pacific Region Middle Level Art Educator Award. Weeks was given the award after she helped students maintain a positive attitude during the pandemic and enhanced their creativity. She witnessed her students accomplishments while teaching them through distance learning. Ms. Weeks shared the meaning behind hard work.