CCSD - News https://ccsd.net/district/rss/ CCSD News Mon, 18 Mar 2024 23:42:09 PDT en-us CCSD students invited to attend free counseling and performing arts fair https://ccsd.net/district/news/students/2015/oct/20/ccsd-students-invited-to-attend-free-counseling-and-performing-arts-fair https://ccsd.net/district/news/students/2015/oct/20/ccsd-students-invited-to-attend-free-counseling-and-performing-arts-fair Tue, 20 Oct 2015 13:55:44 PDT <p> Clark County School District students are invited to attend a free counseling and performing arts fair that will be held at Las Vegas Academy of the Arts on Thursday, Oct. 22. There is no charge to attend the&nbsp; event that will take place from 7-9 p.m. at the school, located at 315 S. 7th... CCSD families invited to Pacific Islands Festival https://ccsd.net/district/news/community/2015/aug/24/ccsd-families-invited-to-pacific-islands-festival https://ccsd.net/district/news/community/2015/aug/24/ccsd-families-invited-to-pacific-islands-festival Mon, 24 Aug 2015 10:10:51 PDT <p> CCSD families are invited to the 25th Annual Prince Jonah Kuhio Ho&rsquo;olaule&rsquo;a &amp; Pacific Islands Festival Sept. 13 at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 Water Street. Admission is free. One of the valley&rsquo;s biggest Pacific Islander celebrations will feature the sights, sounds ... A support system worth buzzing over https://ccsd.net/district/news/employees/2015/aug/24/a-support-system-worth-buzzing-over https://ccsd.net/district/news/employees/2015/aug/24/a-support-system-worth-buzzing-over Mon, 24 Aug 2015 06:28:33 PDT <p> Being the new kid on the block can be difficult, even&nbsp; as a teacher, but Clark County School District&rsquo;s Employee Onboarding and Development (CCSD EOD) department aims to ease the challenges of being a first-year educator.<br /> <br /> To obligate one&rsquo;s time to crafting y... Teaching duo a plus for McCaw STEAM Academy https://ccsd.net/district/news/employees/2015/aug/24/teaching-duo-a-plus-for-mccaw-steam-academy https://ccsd.net/district/news/employees/2015/aug/24/teaching-duo-a-plus-for-mccaw-steam-academy Mon, 24 Aug 2015 06:25:40 PDT <p> Batman and Robin can step aside, because the newest dynamic duo are Diana DiSalvio and Regina Lingenfelter. Both teach fifth grade at Gordon M. McCaw STEAM Academy and have been collaborating for the last three years to ensure their students are getting the best quality education. DiSalvio s... Superintendent's Mailbag - CCSD's recognition program https://ccsd.net/district/news/employees/2015/aug/24/superintendents-mailbag-ccsds-recognition-program https://ccsd.net/district/news/employees/2015/aug/24/superintendents-mailbag-ccsds-recognition-program Mon, 24 Aug 2015 06:24:42 PDT <p> <strong>Each week, Clark County School District (CCSD) responds to some of the emails it receives from district employees or members of the community. This week, the district addresses a parent who asked about recognition for employees who helped her with the online registration process for ... School year begins with new and expanded programs https://ccsd.net/district/news/employees/2015/aug/24/school-year-begins-with-new-and-expanded-programs https://ccsd.net/district/news/employees/2015/aug/24/school-year-begins-with-new-and-expanded-programs Mon, 24 Aug 2015 06:22:02 PDT <p> The start of the 2015-16 school year has arrived and there are many new developments for the Clark County School District (CCSD) since last year.</p> <p> By Count Day on Sept. 18, the district expects to have an estimated 323,000 students, which will easily surpass last year&rsquo;s all-t... Do you have transportation questions? We have answers. https://ccsd.net/district/news/general/2015/aug/21/do-you-have-transportation-questions-we-have-answers https://ccsd.net/district/news/general/2015/aug/21/do-you-have-transportation-questions-we-have-answers Fri, 21 Aug 2015 15:52:49 PDT <p> For updates and answers to questions about bus routes and other transportation-related issues, please visit <a href="http://ccsd.net/departments/transportation">ccsd.net/departments/transportation</a> or call (702) 799-8100. The automated phone system is available 24/7. If your child is elig... First Person Care Clinic now accepting pediatric patients https://ccsd.net/district/news/community/2015/aug/21/first-person-care-clinic-now-accepting-pediatric-patients https://ccsd.net/district/news/community/2015/aug/21/first-person-care-clinic-now-accepting-pediatric-patients Fri, 21 Aug 2015 15:51:27 PDT <p> CCSD&#39;s Related Services Department reports that First Person Care Clinics, a community health and wellness center, is now accepting pediatric patients. First Person accepts sliding fee, Medicaid, NV Check-up, Amerigroup and HPN. They are located at 1200 S. 4th St. in Las Vegas. For more ... Pediatric clinic offers free services to area children https://ccsd.net/district/news/community/2015/aug/21/pediatric-clinic-offers-free-services-to-area-children https://ccsd.net/district/news/community/2015/aug/21/pediatric-clinic-offers-free-services-to-area-children Fri, 21 Aug 2015 15:50:18 PDT <p> The Children&rsquo;s Free Clinic of Southern Nevada is the first and only completely free pediatric clinic in Nevada, offering immunizations and medical/lab services for children up to 18 years of age, as well as sports physicals, vision screenings and more. The clinic is located at 1140 Alm... After-School All-Stars to celebrate 20 years of service in Southern Nevada https://ccsd.net/district/news/students/2015/aug/21/after-school-all-stars-to-celebrate-20-years-of-service-in-southern-nevada https://ccsd.net/district/news/students/2015/aug/21/after-school-all-stars-to-celebrate-20-years-of-service-in-southern-nevada Fri, 21 Aug 2015 15:49:23 PDT <p> On Oct. 3, <a href="http://www.asaslv.org/after-school-all-stars-announces-the-un-gala-to-celebrate-20-years-of-service-in-southern-nevada/" target="_blank">local non-profit After-School All-Stars (ASAS) is hosting a day filled with sports and fun activities</a> for ASAS children to celebrat... Back to School website now online https://ccsd.net/district/news/general/2015/aug/20/back-to-school-website-now-online https://ccsd.net/district/news/general/2015/aug/20/back-to-school-website-now-online Thu, 20 Aug 2015 16:13:31 PDT <p> The Clark County School District&#39;s Back to School Web page is now available for parents and students preparing for the upcoming 2015-16 school year. The page provides helpful resources and information relating to the new school year and can be found at <a href="http://ccsd.net/backtoscho... Newsweek ranks five CCSD schools among best in U.S. https://ccsd.net/district/news/schools/2015/aug/20/newsweek-ranks-five-ccsd-schools-among-best-in-us https://ccsd.net/district/news/schools/2015/aug/20/newsweek-ranks-five-ccsd-schools-among-best-in-us Thu, 20 Aug 2015 11:37:29 PDT <p> A recent Newsweek magazine study ranks five CCSD schools among the best in the country. According to the <a href="http://lasvegassun.com/news/2015/aug/19/newsweek-ranks-5-clark-county-schools-among-nation/">Las Vegas Sun</a>, &ldquo;In a ranking of 500 schools, the College of Southern Nevada... Magazine highlights growth in Nevada's graduation rate https://ccsd.net/district/news/general/2015/aug/20/magazine-highlights-growth-in-nevadas-graduation-rate https://ccsd.net/district/news/general/2015/aug/20/magazine-highlights-growth-in-nevadas-graduation-rate Thu, 20 Aug 2015 11:36:31 PDT <p> According to the <a href="http://www.theatlantic.com/education/archive/2015/08/states-ranked-graduation-rates/401330/">Atlantic</a>, Nevada showed the greatest improvement in high school graduation rates for the 2012-13 school year. The magazine said Nevada showed a huge improvement from its... Treasurer's office aims to increase awareness of college savings programs https://ccsd.net/district/news/parents/2015/aug/20/treasurers-office-aims-to-increase-awareness-of-college-savings-programs https://ccsd.net/district/news/parents/2015/aug/20/treasurers-office-aims-to-increase-awareness-of-college-savings-programs Thu, 20 Aug 2015 09:54:41 PDT <p> The Nevada State Treasurer&rsquo;s office is launching a new campaign to increase awareness of the college savings programs provided by the State Treasurer&rsquo;s Office and encourage Nevada parents to open college savings plans for their children. &ldquo;Let&rsquo;s Go To College - Nevada ... Nearly 600 students receive diplomas in summer commencement https://ccsd.net/district/news/students/2015/aug/19/nearly-600-students-receive-diplomas-in-summer-commencement https://ccsd.net/district/news/students/2015/aug/19/nearly-600-students-receive-diplomas-in-summer-commencement Wed, 19 Aug 2015 11:05:30 PDT <p> Cassie Charles, who attended the <a href="http://nvlearningacademy.net/">Nevada Learning Academy</a>, was the first CCSD student to walk across the stage and receive her diploma at this year&rsquo;s summer commencement ceremony, held at the Orleans Arena. As reported by the <a href="http://w... Parents reminded to get vaccinations for their children https://ccsd.net/district/news/parents/2015/aug/19/parents-reminded-to-get-vaccinations-for-their-children https://ccsd.net/district/news/parents/2015/aug/19/parents-reminded-to-get-vaccinations-for-their-children Wed, 19 Aug 2015 10:19:25 PDT <p> As <a href="http://www.scrippsmedia.com/ktnv/positively-lv/back-to-school/Health-distric-offering-back-to-school-shot-clinics--316024941.html">KTNV-TV</a> reported, &quot;The Southern Nevada Health District is urging parents to beat the back-to-school rush by bringing their pre-schoolers, ki... Teacher Exchange open to CCSD educators https://ccsd.net/district/news/employees/2015/aug/19/teacher-exchange-open-to-ccsd-educators https://ccsd.net/district/news/employees/2015/aug/19/teacher-exchange-open-to-ccsd-educators Wed, 19 Aug 2015 10:19:13 PDT <p> <a href="http://www.thepef.org/programs_exchange.html" target="_blank">The Teacher Exchange</a>, a free resource for Clark County educators, opened its doors in July and will be available to teachers through the entire 2015-16 school year at 4350 S. Maryland Parkway.</p> Laughlin Safekey program accepting registrations https://ccsd.net/district/news/parents/2015/aug/19/laughlin-safekey-program-accepting-registrations https://ccsd.net/district/news/parents/2015/aug/19/laughlin-safekey-program-accepting-registrations Wed, 19 Aug 2015 10:18:06 PDT <p> According to the <a href="http://www.mohavedailynews.com/laughlin_times/it-s-back-to-school-time-for-local-kids/article_887678fa-45de-11e5-a47a-27963a96d8d8.html">Laughlin Times</a>, &ldquo;The Safe Key program - available for children in kindergarten through the 5th grade - is once again be... Free online service helps you connect with your career https://ccsd.net/district/news/general/2015/aug/19/free-online-service-helps-you-connect-with-your-career https://ccsd.net/district/news/general/2015/aug/19/free-online-service-helps-you-connect-with-your-career Wed, 19 Aug 2015 10:09:51 PDT <p> The Nevada Career Information System (NCIS) is an Internet-based career guidance program that contains career, education and workforce information plus many career exploration tools. It is available, free of charge, at <a href="http://nvcis.intocareers.org">www.nvcis.intocareers.org</a>.</p> CCSD calendars help you plan for the new school year https://ccsd.net/district/news/general/2015/aug/19/ccsd-calendars-help-you-plan-for-the-new-school-year https://ccsd.net/district/news/general/2015/aug/19/ccsd-calendars-help-you-plan-for-the-new-school-year Wed, 19 Aug 2015 10:08:24 PDT <p> Planning ahead for the 2015-16 school year? Check out the <a href="http://ccsd.net/district/calendar/">calendars section </a>of the CCSD website for all the important district-wide dates and events. Also be sure and visit the website of your child&#39;s school for school-specific calendars.<... Girl Scouts to hold open house Aug. 20 https://ccsd.net/district/news/community/2015/aug/19/girl-scouts-to-hold-open-house-aug-20 https://ccsd.net/district/news/community/2015/aug/19/girl-scouts-to-hold-open-house-aug-20 Wed, 19 Aug 2015 09:40:13 PDT <p> The Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada will hold an open house Thursday, Aug. 20 from 5-8 p.m. at the Leadership Training Center, 2941 Harris Ave., Las Vegas. For more information, call (702) 385-3677.</p> Graduates take the stage in Summer Commencement Ceremony https://ccsd.net/district/news/students/2015/aug/18/graduates-take-the-stage-in-summer-commencement-ceremony https://ccsd.net/district/news/students/2015/aug/18/graduates-take-the-stage-in-summer-commencement-ceremony Tue, 18 Aug 2015 16:34:05 PDT <p> The Clark County School District (CCSD) held its fourth-annual Summer Commencement Ceremony Aug. 18 at the Orleans Arena to celebrate the accomplishments of students who remained dedicated to earning a high school diploma. The students participating in the ceremony chose to stay the course a... Be sure and register your students before school starts https://ccsd.net/district/news/parents/2015/aug/18/be-sure-and-register-your-students-before-school-starts https://ccsd.net/district/news/parents/2015/aug/18/be-sure-and-register-your-students-before-school-starts Tue, 18 Aug 2015 16:01:31 PDT <p> With the 2015-16 school year beginning in less than a week, the Clark County School District (CCSD) is urging parents or guardians to register their students prior to the first day of school on Monday, Aug. 24. One-third of the district&#39;s students have not yet been registered, and it is ... Henderson offers registration for 2015-16 Safekey https://ccsd.net/district/news/parents/2015/aug/18/henderson-offers-registration-for-2015-16-safekey https://ccsd.net/district/news/parents/2015/aug/18/henderson-offers-registration-for-2015-16-safekey Tue, 18 Aug 2015 16:01:13 PDT <p> The City of Henderson is accepting registrations for the 2015-16 school year&rsquo;s Safekey and Teen Scene programs. Safekey and Teen Scene are before- and after-school recreational enrichment programs hosted by the city at all Henderson public elementary, middle and junior high schools. Re... Registration open for Las Vegas' Safekey program https://ccsd.net/district/news/parents/2015/aug/18/registration-open-for-las-vegas-safekey-program https://ccsd.net/district/news/parents/2015/aug/18/registration-open-for-las-vegas-safekey-program Tue, 18 Aug 2015 16:00:29 PDT <p> The City of Las Vegas is accepting registrations for its 2015-16 Safekey program. The before- and after-school care program provides K-5 students&nbsp; with recreation and academic-enrichment activities. Safekey is available from 7 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Payments can be mad...