Author: Kyle W

A kind, patient and caring teacher. Wonderful human. Math whisperer. CCSD hidden gem.  Those are just a few phrases used to describe Desert Oasis High School math teacher Jeff Comer in nominations submitted by colleagues for the Teacher Car Giveaway. Comer was selected as the winner and surprised with a brand new Kia Seltos Thursday morning courtesy of Jim Marsh Kia and Silver State Schools Credit Union. The nominators recognized Comer for his dedication and support of Desert Oasis students and highlighted his resilience despite personal tragedy. In collaboration with the Silver State Schools Credit Union, school staff submitted nominations…

The Clark County School District (CCSD) celebrates National Police Week, May 12 – May 18, along with National Peace Officers’ Memorial Day, May 15.  The District thanks the men and women in law enforcement who dedicate their lives to keep our schools and communities safe. CCSD also pays special recognition to all law enforcement officers who lost their lives inthe line of duty including our very own, Clark County School District Police Department (CCSDPD) Officer Andrew Craft who passed away Jan. 10, 2024. For more information about CCSDPD, click here.

Clark High School senior is one of only 161 students awarded nationally LAS VEGAS – Clark County School District (CCSD) student Samuel Chen of Ed W. Clark High School has been named a 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholar.  Chen is one of two Nevada students awarded this year. A total of 161 students were selected as 2024 Presidential Scholars. He was selected as part of the 60th class of Presidential Scholars for his academic success; excellence in the arts, career, and technical education; and commitment to community service. “It is a phenomenal accomplishment for one of our students to be recognized…

Children eligible for free meals LAS VEGAS – The Clark County School District (CCSD) announced it will again provide nutritious meals to all students through the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). The summer school meal service will begin on May 21, 2024, at select locations. All CCSD schools with summer programs, including Extended School Year and Secondary Summer School, will offer free breakfast and lunch on days academic instruction occurs on-site. The full list of schools and service times can be found online at https://weareccsd.net/summermeals, and menus can be found online at menu.ccsd.net Due to the terms of the Summer…

Clark County School District (CCSD) seniors Jolie Li and Toni Gaddy were awarded with 2024 Gates Scholarships. The students are two out of only 750 in the country to receive the prestigious scholarship. Li is a senior at Ed W. Clark High School and Gaddy is a senior at Del Sol Academy of the Performing Arts.  Both were selected for their outstanding academic record, leadership ability demonstrated through participation in activities including community service and personal success. Li and Gaddy are also both valedictorians at their respective high schools. Li plans to attend Stanford University on a full-ride scholarship in…

There will be no school for students, licensed employees and 9-month support professionals on Friday, April 26, 2024.  Classes will resume on Monday, April 29, 2024.  Find more important dates in the District at https://www.newsroom.ccsd.net/district/calendar/.

Employees from Clark County School District’s (CCSD) Health Services and Risk Management departments were honored as the Southern Nevada Health District’s (SNHD) 2024 Public Health Heroes for playing a vital role in creating a healthier community. Four CCSD employees were recognized during the Board of Public Health meeting on April 25: Jennifer Budzinski, Employee Occupational Health Strategy Director of Health Services Sheri McPartlin, Health Services Director and Chief Nurse  Kimberly Krumland, Director of Risk Management Department Stephen Johnston, Safety Coordinator for Risk Management Department Budzinski and McPartlin were recognized for their efforts in assisting SNHD in addressing health exposures in…

The Clark County School District acknowledges and celebrates all of the Administrative Professionals who are central to the smooth operations of our schools.  Take a moment to thank your administrative professional for their hard work! 

Click here for an interview with CCSD Special Education Bus Driver Suzie Fly. The Clark County School District (CCSD) thanks its approximately 1,300 bus drivers for their tireless efforts to transport more than 123,000 students to and from school daily. On this School Bus Drivers Day, the District recognizes Suzie Fly for her 45 years of service as a CCSD bus driver. In 1979, Fly, then 27, was hired as a bus driver in Moapa Valley. In 2024, she remains behind the wheel as a special education bus driver in the rural community, and she has no plans to stop.…

Shawn is the first to say his freshman year was difficult because everything was online and everyone was isolated. It was especially difficult to enjoy music classes because he lacked confidence and was afraid of criticism. With online instruction, he missed getting to make friends, direct instruction from teachers, and performing with the orchestra. He was failing his classes. He thought when the lockdown lifted Las Vegas Academy of the Arts would run similar to online instruction. He was ready to give up and go to his zoned school. With help, he stuck it out and quickly benefited from all…