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The Clark County School District (CCSD) reminds families that CCSD schools are safe places for all students and their families, and all children have a constitutional right to a public education.  The Clark County Board of School Trustees in 2017 passed a resolution that remains in effect that reinforces the District’s commitment to students regardless of immigration status. The resolution includes, “District property is a safe space for students, staff, and the educational community regardless of their immigration status.” The District does not report undocumented immigrants to authorities, nor does CCSD ever ask students or parents about their immigration status.…

More than 500 CCSD students had the opportunity to see the science behind the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix on Wednesday. As race teams were putting the finishing touches on the cars for the November 23rd race, students from 12 CCSD middle schools got a look at the operations and technology as part of Las Vegas Grand Prix, Inc.’s inaugural Community Day. Attendees took part in hands-on activities such as interacting with a race car built by UNLV Rebel Racing and driving remote-controlled robots from FIRST Nevada, showcasing unique ways they can remain involved in STEM as they move…

CCSD statement on passing of Lois Tarkanian The Clark County School District (CCSD) is saddened to hear of the passing of education pioneer and CCSD school namesake Lois Tarkanian. Lois inspired many in Southern Nevada for her dedication to educating youth and unrelenting passion for creating programs to help children. She served in multiple education roles over the years, including as a teacher and administrator. She served on the Board of School Trustees for over a decade, including as president. She then served as a Las Vegas city councilwoman and Nevada System of Higher Education regent. The mark she left…

The Clark County School District recognized 86 schools for exemplary academic performance at the 2024-2025 Superintendent’s Honor Roll celebration. The 2024–2025 class of honorees includes schools that earned a 5-star ranking on the 2023–2024 Nevada School Performance Framework (NSPF) and schools that improved their NSPF Index Scores by 10 points or more. “This year’s Superintendent’s Honor Roll is designed to recognize both high achieving schools, as well as those who made tremendous strides in providing opportunities for academic growth to students,” CCSD Interim Superintendent Dr. Brenda Larsen-Mitchell said. “We are tremendously proud to celebrate these educators and their achievements.” Principals…

Sunday, Aug. 20th 7 p.m. – As of Sunday evening, the Clark County School District continues to monitor Tropical Storm Hilary-related weather. National Weather Service updates indicate lighter weather impacts to Clark County than previously expected. We will monitor weather patterns overnight for any changes, and classes will continue Monday, August 21, as scheduled. The District will notify families directly through ParentLink and via posts on newsroom.ccsd.net and our social media accounts should anything change. Any specific school impacts will be communicated to families by the school administration.

Today, the Clark County School District (CCSD) filed a complaint in District Court for an injunction to prevent the CCEA from striking in violation of state law. This action is based on the CCEA’s threats, which were publicly reiterated this weekend, to engage in “work actions”, clearly amounting to a strike, if a contract between the CCEA and the District is not reached by August 26. Because of this impending threat, CCSD also filed with the Employee-Management Relations Board (EMRB) a petition to withdraw CCEA’s bargaining agent status as the representative for  CCSD’s licensed professional employees. The District does not…

The Clark County School District (CCSD) added six positions to Region offices to support school needs and services to principals. CCSD is adding six School Associate Superintendent positions to Regions and one School Associate Superintendent position to be assigned exclusively to School Choice and Innovation to supervise those schools that will be implementing new instructional models and/or concepts. This position will report to the Chief College, Career, Equity, and School Choice Officer. “We have heard our educators loud and clear that they want to focus their efforts on student success inside their classrooms,” CCSD Superintendent Dr. Jesus F. Jara said.…

The Clark County School District (CCSD) reviewed the results of a culture and climate survey conducted by an independent third party. In January 2023, CCSD contracted with Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG) to conduct an independent, external Climate and Culture Review. Through the process, PCG conducted 34 interviews with members of the Board of School Trustees and executive cabinet, 39 focus groups and reviewed the results of more than 11,000 employee surveys. “The Board of Trustees commissioned this culture and climate study to better understand the views and perceptions of District employees, and these report results are no surprise. We…

Agenda Item 2.31 – Agreement Between the Clark County School District and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada   The Clark County School District (CCSD) Board of School School Trustees approved an agreement with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada to provide transportation to nine Boy & Girls Club sites. 27 schools will be provided with the additional service to provide transportation to students from school to Boys & Girls Club sites in the Las Vegas Valley To learn more about the agreement, click here. To view the documents related to this agenda item, click here. Agenda…

The Clark County School District (CCSD) will resume transporting students participating in Summer Acceleration sites to local Boys & Girls Club locations to provide them with additional learning opportunities during the summer break. 27 schools will be provided with the additional service to provide transportation to students from school to Boys & Girls Club sites in the Las Vegas Valley, including:  Robert O. Gibson Leadership Academy West Preparatory Academy at Charles I. West Hall Chaparral High School William E. Orr Middle School Sandra B. Abston Elementary School Jim Bridger Middle School Marion Cahlan Elementary School B. Mahlon Brown Junior High…