Author: Illiana Banuelos

Subaru has donated a “Subaru Loves Learning School Supply Vehicle” to the Clark County School District’s Engagement Unit. Students and staff gathered at Myrtle Tate Elementary School to celebrate alongside CCSD Board of School Trustees member Lisa Satory as well as CCSD Deputy Superintendent Melissa Gutierrez. The Subaru Vehicle will allow CCSD staff to efficiently transport school supplies and other resources in order to support students throughout the school year. Through their partnership with AdoptAClassroom.org, Subaru has been able to support more than 750,000 students nationwide.

Sandra B. Abston Elementary School is now the proud host of a Dog Man Little Free Library! The students and staff celebrated the unveiling of the little library that gives students the opportunity to borrow a book, exchange a book for another book, and donate a book.  Author Dav Pilkey, known for his popular children’s books series such as Captain Underpants and Dog Man, has partnered with Scholastic to donate 50,000 books nationwide. As part of that mission, they created 50 Little Free Libraries across the country. Abston Elementary School was selected as the Nevada site. Along with the little…

CCSD celebrated the opening of the brand-new Mountain View Elementary School campus with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. CCSD Board of School Trustees members Brenda Zamora, Lisa Satory and Interim Superintendent Brenda Larsen-Mitchell were in attendance to celebrate alongside students, staff, as well as the school principal. Originally built in 1954, the new campus is the first of CCSD’s new elementary school prototype. The first-of-its-kind design features flexible learning spaces of multiple sizes and shapes, organized by a geometric theme. Students will gain an improved understanding of shape, color, texture, and measurement.

The students at Harvey N. Dondero Elementary School are once again ready to grow their favorite fruits and vegetables, along with their understanding of science and nature. Thanks to community support and a donation from The Home Depot, the Dondero Elementary Student Garden Club rebuilt the school’s garden. Having a garden on campus, the school’s staff aims to promote sustainability, learn about environmental conservation, promote soil health, and provide fresh produce to the community. This summer, a fire damaged the garden shed and many of the gardening tools. When the school contacted The Home Depot for assistance, the company donated…

Happy Labor Day! Celebrated on the first Monday of September, Labor Day recognizes the American labor movement and the work and contributions of laborers to the development of the United States.  In observance, all CCSD schools and offices will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2024, in observance of Labor Day. Schools and offices will reopen on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. 

The Clark County School District celebrated a pivotal moment with the opening of the new Ruby S. Thomas Elementary School campus. This event wasn’t just a ribbon-cutting; it was a celebration of resilience and community strength. After overcoming a challenging transition across three different locations, the school community emerged united and ready for a promising future. Principal Michael Stosek expressed optimism, noting, “I’m excited about it given that we just successfully made it through a one-year transitional period at a different location… I’m sure the next few years are going to be exciting, but I’m also sure they’re going to…

The Clark County School District is grateful for all community partnerships, which are vital to the success of our students. For more than 20 years, Stations Casinos has supported high-need elementary schools through the Smart Start school partnership initiative.  With this partnership, eleven CCSD schools are paired up with a Station Casino property and receive financial or voluntary support.  On August 14, 2024, a donation of $110,000 was presented at Howard E. Hollingsworth Elementary School. Eleven schools will benefit from this additional funding for projects supporting our student’s success.  The Clark County School District is grateful for the continued support…

LAS VEGAS – Agenda Item 2.29 – Legislative Bill Drafts Clark County School District (CCSD) Board of School Trustees approved the two bill draft requests (BDR) for submission ahead of the 2025 Nevada Legislative Session. The BDRs will address: Teacher recruitment, retention and development – seeking dedicated funding to school districts to expand and diversify licensed professional recruitment, retention and development programs. Bullying – seeking to update bullying statutes that the parents/guardians of a perpetrator with substantiated discrimination, cyberbullying, or bullying incidents may request a transfer to a different school and clarify that the statutes are administrative. To view documents…

LAS VEGAS—The Clark County School District (CCSD) has received the 2024 Achievement of Excellence in Procurement (AEP) Award from the National Procurement Institute (NPI).  “It’s an honor to once again be recognized for procurement excellence by NPI,” said Interim Superintendent Dr. Brenda Larsen-Mitchell. “CCSD prides itself on efficiency with public monies through our procurement process, and this award acknowledges our commitment.” The annual award is earned by agencies nationally and internationally that demonstrate a commitment to public procurement excellence. CCSD was chosen for the award because of its dedication to innovation, professionalism, productivity, leadership, and e-procurement. This year, CCSD was…

There are still seats available at Burkholder Academy of Environmental Science and Johnston STEM Academy of Environmental Studies, but time is running out!  These magnet schools offer an unparalleled educational experience with a strong emphasis on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), sustainability, and green energy. This is your chance to secure a spot for your child at one of these exceptional magnet schools. Both Burkholder Academy and Johnston STEM Academy are designed to foster innovation, critical thinking, and practical application of knowledge. Here’s why they stand out: Sustainability-Focused Curriculum: Both academies provide an immersive STEM education that integrates crucial themes of green…