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The Clark County School District Attendance Zone Advisory Commission (AZAC) is holding four public input meetings Jan. 13-16, 2020 to allow for public comment on proposed attendance zone boundary changes taking place in the 2020-21 school year. The four meetings will take place at locations near the schools affected by the proposed boundary changes. For a list of meeting locations, dates, times and schools affected by the proposed attendance zone boundary changes, click here. For more information about demographics, zoning and geographic information systems, click here.

Clifford J. Lawrence Junior High School will host its second annual College Family Night, Jan. 16, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the school cafeteria. Students and families will have an opportunity to speak with a representative from about 15 colleges and universities along with high school counselors, ROTC high school staff and students, CCSD FACES Family And Community Engagement Services, non-profit organizations and Nevada Prepaid Tuition Program. Additionally, attendees will be able to participate in breakout sessions designed by Lawrence staff to provide tips for success in math, choosing elective classes, improving writing and learning about AVID strategies. Click here…

The deadline to apply for CCSD Magnet Schools is Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2020 before midnight. For more information, or to complete a school choice application, visit magnet.ccsd.net. CCSD has been recognized for having some of the best Magnet Schools in the nation. The Clark County School District (CCSD) opened the new application season for its 40 Magnet Schools with some exciting changes pertaining to admissions to high school programs and the addition of kindergarten as a new choice option. For the first time since the advent of Magnet Schools in CCSD, kindergarten will now be an option for families. Until…

CCSD classes resume Monday, Jan. 6, 2020 after winter break. Check out the important dates calendar at newsroom.ccsd.net/district/calendar/, and remember to follow CCSD on social media to stay up-to-date all year long at facebook.com/ClarkCountySchoolDistrict/.

Season’s Greetings! On behalf of the Board of School Trustees and the entire Clark County School District family, Superintendent Dr. Jesus F. Jara wishes students and their families a wonderful holiday season. Enjoy the holidays and the winter break as you spend time with your loved ones and friends. As we wrap up an incredible 2019, we look forward to the return of students after the New Year. We are excited to continue the progress we have made as we make CCSD #1 for kids. Happy Holidays and Happy New Year! To watch CCSD’s holiday message video, click here.

For high school seniors who want to pursue higher education, they should check in with their guidance counselors to learn about scholarship opportunities (if they haven’t already done so). Scholarship applications are now being accepted by many local organizations, including The Public Education Foundation, The Rogers Foundation and other nonprofits in Nevada. Students also will want to check with community, civic, faith-based, trade and professional organizations to see if they are offering scholarship opportunities for which they are eligible.

Do you know a local teacher who stands above the rest — someone who goes above and beyond to put students first? If so, nominate an outstanding teacher today for the Heart of Education Awards! The Smith Center opened the nomination period for its 2020 Heart of Education Awards, designed to recognize exceptional local educators. With support from program sponsor The Rogers Foundation, hundreds of nominated educators will be honored at an invitation-only event in April 2020 at The Smith Center. For more information, visit theheartofeducation.org.

Agenda Item 6.01 – Amended Final Budget The Clark County School District (CCSD) Board of School Trustees approved the amended final budget that will be submitted to the State of Nevada ahead of the January 1, 2020 deadline. The general operating budget includes total expenditures of $2.6 billion and an ending fund balance of $95.1 million. The approved budget includes a projected two percent unassigned ending fund balance of $48.9 million for the first time since 2009. Approximately 87 percent of the general operating fund dollars included in the budget are spent on employee salaries and benefits. To view documents related to the agreement, click…

The Clark County School District (CCSD) School-Community Partnership Program is matching community members who want to provide educational items to the schools who need them through the Support a School project. These efforts to fulfill current lists of items requested by the schools will assist in planning and preparing for next semester and the coming school years. With help from program ambassadors who lead and teach in the schools, campuses create “wish lists” of items to support educational programs. The items requested include commonly used items, such as pencils, pens, paper and glue sticks. The lists also include student-centered items like earbuds and backpacks. Some of…

The deadline to nominate a teacher for the Heart of Education Awards is rapidly approaching: Nomination forms must be submitted online at theheartofeducation.org by 5 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 17, 2020. What better way to give a holiday gift for a deserving teacher than to nominate him or her for this prestigious honor? Click here for tips on submitting a nomination and examples of previous successful nominations.