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Clark County School District (CCSD) and community leaders met with the media to discuss recent efforts to increase school safety. CCSD Superintendent Dr. Jesus F. Jara also gathered with other CCSD leaders and Clark County District Attorney Steve Wolfson to share plans focused on school safety. Watch a recording of the press conference, here.

Agenda Item 5.02 – Memorandum of Agreement between the Clark County School District and the Clark County Education Association for Relocation Bonus The Clark County School District (CCSD) Board of School Trustees approved a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with the Clark County Education Association for a possible relocation bonus for new hires. Under the terms of the MOA, newly hired teachers beginning work in the 2022-23 school year will be eligible for a $4,000 relocation benefit if they moved from out of state or are moving more than 100 miles. As part of the agreement, new hires must agree to…

Each school year the Clark County School District recognizes outstanding new educators. The award is to recognize and celebrate outstanding new educators – in a variety of categories – who have demonstrated excellence and dedication to students and the school community. To nominate an outstanding new educator, click here. The deadline to nominate someone is Monday, April 4, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. (The 2020-21 recipients of the New Educator of the Year Award are pictured above.) Recipients of the award will have their picture displayed in the lobby of the Edward A. Greer Education Center. An administrator, colleague, community member, parent,…

The Clark County School District (CCSD) has increased starting pay for bus drivers to $21.67. The pay increase is part of a reclassification of several transportation positions, resulting in increased pay for bus drivers, transportation instructors and transportation investigators. “Student academic success is enhanced when we can provide timely arrivals and departures,” CCSD Superintendent Dr. Jesus F. Jara said. “Our employees are our greatest asset, so we worked with the respective bargaining unit to develop this solution to position the District as a career choice and an attractive option for those looking to work in transportation.” Increasing starting pay to…

Agenda Item 5.01 – Safe Learning and Working Environment The Clark County School District (CCSD) Board of School Trustees received a presentation on safe learning and work environment, including: Policy Overview CCSD Police Services Calls for Service and Violent Acts Current Practices and Solutions Future Work Social-emotional wellbeing systems and structures have been provided to students and staff to better provide healthy schools environments. They include: Hazel Health Care Solace PM Pediatrics The Harbor LifeLine Panorama Education To view the document related to this agenda item, click here. Agenda Item 4.01 – Focus: 2024 Strategic Plan Update –…

Clark County School District (CCSD) Superintendent Dr. Jesus F. Jara delivered his 2022 State of the Schools address with a theme of “Emerging Stronger Together.” Board of School Trustees President Irene A. Cepeda and the CCSD Board of School Trustees were in attendance. The 2022 State of the Schools focused on student proficiency rates and ways the District is supporting students’ academic and social-emotional needs. The event was live-streamed at 8:30 a.m. on newsroom.ccsd.net. The State of the Schools Address can be watched here.

As part of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, CCSD celebrates the contributions and influence of Asian-Americans and Pacific Islander Americans in U.S. history. CCSD recognizes the history, culture, and achievements Asian-Americans and Pacific Islander Americans have made in our country.

To encourage more families to take advantage of the healthy choices available with school breakfast, Clark County School District (CCSD) schools celebrate National School Breakfast Week (NSBW) March 7-11, 2022. The NSBW campaign theme, “Take Off with School Breakfast,” reminds the entire school community that school breakfast provides a healthy and energizing start to the day for students. Breakfast offered by the CCSD Food Service Department features fresh and tasty menu selections that meet federal nutrition guidelines. CCSD offers school breakfast free to all students in the District. Research shows that student participation in school breakfast has led to improved…

National School Social Work Week is observed from March 6-12, 2022. CCSD recognizes the critical role that school social workers have in our schools. They provide resources and support for our students and families each and every day. The theme for National School Social Work Week 2022 is “Time to Shine.”  The School Social Work Association of America believes that School Social Workers shine brightly for their students, families, and school communities.  Shining hope. Shining understanding. Shining respect. CCSD schools are encouraged to share photos and celebrate school social workers by tagging CCSD and using hashtag #SSWWeek2022 on social media.

The District continues to be transparent and open with our community regarding the number of job vacancies that exist within CCSD. Human Resources staff work diligently with applicants to guide them through the application process and add missing details or update inadequate information needed in order to complete the application process.   However, the District does have application process standards that every applicant must meet. It will not compromise these standards as those who have the privilege of serving the students of southern Nevada in our schools must earn that privilege.  Below are the most common reasons that an applicant might…