George Henry Dern was an American businessman involved in mining; a Utah state legislator; governor of the state of Utah, from 1925-1933; and U.S. Secretary of War, 1933-1936. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Dern and http://id.loc.gov/authorities/names/n89125984

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Las Vegas's Desert Torah Academy Jewish Day School was founded to provide an exemplary well rounded Judaic and general academic education to children in our area. Its educational policies are inclusive and individualized and they encourage students to utilize their individual potential and strive for excellence.

Faculty members are chosen for their ability as well as desire to teach and they are role models in both their behavior and dedication to their vocation.