Author: Communications Unit

The Clark County School District (CCSD) launched a study to ensure equity of opportunity for small, minority, and women-owned businesses in bidding for construction projects, products, services, and supplies. “We want to ensure that qualified businesses have equitable opportunities to compete and contract with CCSD for providing goods and services,” said Board President Irene Cepeda. “Our women-owned, small, and minority-owned businesses must have a level playing field when it comes to providing for our schools and students.” CCSD contracted with Keen Independent Research for a study to analyze District contracts and marketplace conditions to determine if any disparities exist in…

The Clark County School District (CCSD) will observe National School Lunch Week (NSLW) from October 10-14. The NSLW theme this year is “Peace, Love & School Lunch,” which is designed to show parents, students, and school officials the benefits of eating school lunch. The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) serves nearly 30 million children every school day. National School Lunch Week (NSLW) was created in 1962 to promote the importance of a healthy school lunch in a child’s life and the impact it has inside and outside of the classroom. During the 2022-23 school year, all CCSD students district wide…

The Green Our Planet’s Giant Student Farmers Market took place on Oct. 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Clark County Government Center.        Billed as the largest student market in the U.S., the event featured more than 500 students from 50+ schools in Southern Nevada, students run the market themselves, selling school-grown fruits, herbs, veggies, and crafts to the public. Contributions are then reinvested back into the school’s garden programs. The market is held every fall and spring. Green Our Planet will host this event with support from Clark County Commissioner Marilyn Kirkpatrick, Bank of Nevada, Clark…

The Clark County School District (CCSD) will observe Week of Respect during the first week of October. Governor Sisolak has proclaimed October 3- 7, 2022, as the “Week of Respect.” Schools across CCSD will participate in activities every day to emphasize a safe and respectful learning environment and we are asking all of our students and employees to wear blue on “Get Your Blue On” Friday. This unifying gesture demonstrates that CCSD is committed to reducing instances of bullying in our schools and treating each other with respect. In addition to the guide, the Nevada Department of Education has developed a website that focuses…

Each October, National Principals Month is celebrated to honor our incredible school principals for their leadership and guidance. National Principals Month honors principals for their significant impact on the success and well-being of our students. Join us as we celebrate all principals throughout October.

The Clark County School District (CCSD) congratulates Dr. Summer Stephens, Superintendent of Churchill County School District in Fallon, Nevada, for being named the 2023 Nevada Superintendent of the Year.  The announcement came at a Nevada Association of School Superintendents (NASS) business meeting. Regarded as the most comprehensive professional learning and networking event for school superintendents and administrators, this event is addressing the most critical issues affecting public education today, including leading through the COVID-19 pandemic, equity in education, social and emotional learning, personalizing education, technology, and school safety. “I am extremely humbled to be named the 2023 Superintendent of the…

The Clark County (CCSD) School District Board of School Trustees received a presentation about the District’s grading reform. Through the work of the principal-led Grading Reform Committee, the District has identified four priority areas to focus efforts to ensure accurate, meaningful grades supportive of student learning. The multi-year plan addresses the following changes: Implement an equal (balanced) grading scale. Remove behavior from the grading process. Implement a consistent reassessment policy to include opportunities for reflection, revision, and reassessment in order to ensure mastery of the Nevada Academic Content Standards (NVACS) and District curriculum for all students. Implement consistent weighting and…

A total of 11 Clark County School District (CCSD) schools were honored with the College Success Award by GreatSchools.org. The annual recognition honors schools that excel at preparing students to enroll and succeed in college, as determined by available data in each state. “With our continued focus on student academic success, we strive to give students every opportunity to graduate college and career ready,” said CCSD Superintendent Dr. Jesus F. Jara. “With 11 of 25 Nevada schools being selected, the amazing work of our educators, staff, and administrators to student success shows with these results.” As part of the goals…

National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from Sept. 15 – Oct. 15 each year. This is a time to highlight the Hispanic heritage and culture and to recognize the contributions made by Hispanics in our country. Hispanic Americans have influenced and enriched our nation through history, culture and accomplishments. Watch Superintendent Jara’s video highlighting Hispanic Heritage Month, here. The featured photo is the Ballet Folklorico Sol of Rancho High School.

 The Family Engagement Department along with other community partners will be hosting a Super Saturday: Social Emotional Learning event. This event is for families and students in PK-6th grade. There will be interactive workshops, a community resource fair, prizes, and free lunch for all who attend. Registration is REQUIRED by September 26, 2022 as lunch is being provided and space is limited. Date: Saturday, October 1, 2022 Time: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm Location: Rancho High School Address: 1900 Searles Ave, Las Vegas, 89101