CCSD - Highlights

Top honors for Miller Academy of Intl. Studies

Thu, 15 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT

Sandy Searles Miller Academy of International Studies has won the top [Merit Award] from the 2008 Magnet Schools of America.

Public invited to special meeting Wed., May 21

Thu, 15 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT

Trustee Terri Janison invites parents and community members to a special [Parent Advisory Committee] meeting on Wed., May 21, 9:30 a.m. at Becker MS. Financial consultant Jeremy Aguero will address market changes and school district planning.

Capstone of PYP program slated for May 28-29

Thu, 15 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT

Sandy Searles Miller Academy for International Studies invites all of their fellow magnet programs to celebrate the culminating Primary Years Program (PYP) event – the [Exhibition]. It takes place May 28-29. Call Joseph Barraza at 799-8830 for details.

Superintendent discusses proposed budget cuts

Thu, 15 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT

Superintendent Walt Rulffes has issued a [statement] regarding the possibility of yet another round of impending budget cuts announced by the Governor's office this week.

Graduation schedule online

Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT

[Graduation ceremonies] for CCSD high schools will take place June 4-13.

CCSD students' artwork featured in competition

Mon, 12 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT

Artwork from CCSD students was highlighted in the Congressional Art [Competition] reception Monday evening. The competition was open to high school students in much of southern Nevada.

School Board and Supt. honor CCSD teachers

Mon, 12 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT

In recognition of Teacher Appreciation Week, Superintendent Rulffes and the CCSD Board of School Trustees acknowledged the tremendous contributions of CCSD’s teachers and presented a special [video] during the May 8 Sc...

Small choir, big results for Clark High School

Mon, 12 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT

The Clark High School chamber choir scored a superior rating at the recent Heritage festival in San Diego, California. With 15 students, Clark HS was the smallest ensemble in attendance, yet they also received the Spirit of San Diego Award, given to the group that best represents their school and...

One million beans being counted at Eisenberg ES

Mon, 12 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT

Fifth grade students at Eisenberg Elementary School are trying to count one million beans to show that there have been more than one million casualties in wars involving the United States. After the beans have been counted they will be donated to the Salvation Army. The most recent count was 646...

Trustee Mason honored with Flying Eagle's Award

Sat, 10 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT

The Equity & Diversity Education Department recently presented the “Flying Eagle's Award" to School Board Trustee Larry Mason for his commitment to all students with special sensitivity to students of color. Mason was honored as an exceptional role model and for his support of students whose co...

Retirement Hotline

Thu, 08 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT

The Retirement Hotline is now available each Wednesday on the CCSD website and the News and Events on the InterAct desktop.

Mathematics final exams coming up soon

Thu, 08 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT

High school mathematics final exams will be held the week of June 2. Students can take practice exams by clicking [here].

David M. Cox presents Variety Show May 22

Thu, 08 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT

David M. Cox ES will present a Variety Show on Thursday, May 22. The show will be performed for students and families at 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. There also will be an evening show for families and the community at 6:30 p.m. Acts will include dancing, singing, piano, violin, drums, magic and martia...

Eight CCSD students interview Holocaust survivors

Tue, 06 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT

[Eight CCSD students] are among the nine young people selected to interview survivors of the Holocaust. All nine students won an essay contest sponsored by the Nevada Governor’s Advisory Council on Education Relating to the Holocaust.

CCSD schools attend business education conference

Tue, 06 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT

Basic, Boulder City and Canyon Springs were among the high schools represented at the recent National Business Education Association conference in San Antonio, Texas. Learn more in the Nevada Business Education Association [newsletter].

McCarter scholarship awarded to Eldorado students

Tue, 06 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT

Eldorado HS students Barrister Perez and Ysenia Verdinez will each receive a scholarship which honors Clinton H. McCarter, an Eldorado HS science teacher who was killed in car accident on Sept. 30, 2007. McCarter's family set up a scholarship fund in his honor to assist minority students who have ...

Academic Decathlon starts in Sept. @ Cheyenne HS

Mon, 05 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT

Starting in September, students at Cheyenne High School will be the first in Nevada to take the newly approved [Academic Decathlon] course.

Trustee Janison receives National PTA award

Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT

The Nevada State PTA has honored CCSD School Board Trustee [Terri Janison] with a National PTA Life Achievement Award. The PTA cited Janison's commitment and devotion to the young people of Clark County.

Centennial HS teacher to serve on national panel

Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 PDT

Jenelle Hopkins of Centennial High School has been invited to serve on the Teachers' Advisory Committee for the National Environmental Education Foundation. They are creating a new education program to improve the way environmental education is offered in high schools nationwide. Only a select n...

CCSD is hiring teachers

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT

A number of teaching jobs are available in the Clark County School District. Click [here] for a partial listing.

CCSD students win National Merit Scholarships

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT

[Seven CCSD students] are among 2,500 distinguished high school seniors who have won National Merit $2500 Scholarships.

Pair of Cheyenne HS students named TV show interns

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT

Sam Shad, host of [Nevada Newsmakers] (a statewide TV show) has selected two students from Cheyenne High School as his Southern Nevada interns. Alex Armedilla and Richard Venegas, both juniors, will interview state lawmakers for the Newsmakers program.

West Prep to hold World Arts Carnival May 23

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT

West Prep will hold a multicultural World Arts Carnival to promote unity, equity and diversity, Friday, May 23, 2:30 to 7:00 p.m. in the West Prep quad. Live music, farmers market, carnival games, arts and crafts will be part of the fun.

Retiring teachers to be honored June 7

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT

The Southern NV Retired Teacher’s Assn. will host the 8th annual appreciation luncheon for all retiring teachers on June 7 at 11:30 a.m.

Fremont Professional Development MS seeks teachers

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PDT

Qualified teachers are encouraged to apply for the new [Fremont Professional Development Middle School]. The school will launch this fall and provide opportunities for middle school teachers to experience teacher education programs, professional development initiatives, site-based research project...