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3.21 Agreement Between the Clark County School District and the City of Las Vegas for Programs and Services.  The Clark County School District (CCSD) Board of School Trustees voted to enter into an agreement between the City of Las Vegas and CCSD that focuses on increasing student achievement with a concentration on literacy and mathematics, as well as a framework to address attendance, family engagement, and social-emotional support at participating schools. Programs supported by this agreement include ReInvent Schools, ReInvent Schools After-School Programs, Batteries Included NextGen, Batteries Included, and Las Vegas My Brother’s Keeper. To view the document related to…

CCSD schools and departments will be closed on Monday, Feb. 21, in observance of Presidents’ Day. Pictured are Lincoln Elementary School students and 4th-grade teacher Molly Kane. To view the calendar of important CCSD dates, click here.

Agenda Item 4.01 – Focus: 2024 Strategic Plan Update – Chronic Absenteeism  The Clark County School District (CCSD) Board of School Trustees received a report on efforts to reduce the rate of chronic absenteeism as outlined in the District’s strategic plan, Focus: 2024. Trustees were provided with information on planned initiatives in the coming months including student feedback sessions, a review of the current prevention truancy outreach program and professional learning for CCSD employees. To view the document related to this agenda item, click here. Agenda Item 4.03 – Focus: 2024 Strategic Plan Update – Graduation Rates Trustees were presented…

Clark County School District (CCSD) Board of School Trustees Clerk Lola Brooks, who represents District E, has been appointed to the Teachers and Leaders Council for the State of Nevada by Governor Steve Sisolak. “I appreciate Governor Sisolak for appointing me to the Teachers and Leaders Council, and I look forward to serving on the council in developing its recommendations to the State Board on fair evaluations for all licensed staff in school districts across the state,” said Trustee Lola Brooks. The role of the Teachers and Leaders Council is to make recommendations to the Nevada Board of Education relating…

CCSD celebrates National School Counseling Week, “School Counseling: Better Together,” from Feb. 7–11, 2022, to focus public attention on the unique contribution of school counselors within U.S. school systems. National School Counseling Week, sponsored by American School Counselor Association, highlights the tremendous impact school counselors can have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career.

The Clark County School District (CCSD) has plenty to celebrate during National Magnet School Month as 38 programs have been recognized by Magnet Schools of America (MSA). In making its annual announcement of outstanding Magnet schools,  MSA selected 38 CCSD programs at 36 schools as Merit recipients for the 2021-22 school year. 14 CCSD Magnet Schools were awarded Schools of Excellence designation and 22 schools were awarded Schools of Distinction designation. Two programs at Valley and Rancho High Schools each earned MSA Magnet School of Distinction Awards.  “CCSD provides every student the opportunity to excel in the subjects of their…

Below is an abbreviated list of scheduled meetings, events, and other observances. Meetings occasionally are rescheduled, so please check the links below as it gets closer to the planned date. Tuesday, March 1-31 – Music in Our Schools Month. Tuesday, March 1-31 – Youth Art Month. Thursday, March 24 – The Board of School Trustees is scheduled to host a regular Board meeting at 5 p.m. Click here to view the agenda when it has been posted. Wednesday, April 6 – The Board of School Trustees is scheduled to host a work session at 9 a.m. Click here to view…

Clark County School District’s (CCSD) current Chief of Staff, Dr. Christopher Bernier, has been selected as superintendent for The School District of Lee County in Florida “As our Chief of Staff, Dr. Bernier dedicated himself to ensuring students of the Clark County School District receive a high-quality education,” said CCSD Superintendent Dr. Jesus F. Jara. “We will miss him and his commitment to this community and the expertise he provided. I am confident that the students of Lee County will benefit tremendously from his wealth of knowledge, educational expertise, and quality leadership skills.” Dr. Christopher Bernier has served as the…

The Clark County School District (CCSD) has plenty to celebrate during National Magnet School Month as 38 programs have been recognized by Magnet Schools of America (MSA). In making its annual announcement of outstanding Magnet schools,  MSA selected 38 CCSD programs at 36 schools as Merit recipients for the 2021-22 school year. 14 CCSD Magnet Schools were awarded Schools of Excellence designation and 22 schools were awarded Schools of Distinction designation. Two programs at Valley and Rancho High Schools each earned MSA Magnet School of Distinction Awards.  “CCSD provides every student the opportunity to excel in the subjects of their…

CCSD will be opening a brand new technical training academy this August. Technical Training Academy is a non-traditional high school focusing on career pathway training through CTE coursework, credentialing, and work-based learning opportunities. During the 2022-2023 school year, 11th graders at Technical Training Academy will participate in one or both of the following CTE programs of study: Building Trades in Construction Technology and Advanced Manufacturing. Both programs will include opportunities for students to earn industry-recognized credentials, embed business and entrepreneurial skills, and require students to participate in work-based learning through internships or other work experience. In addition to CTE program…