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Dr. Linda E. Young
“Students First: It Takes a Village
to Educate a Child.”
IMPORTANT DATES
FOR THE 2014-2015 SCHOOL YEAR
SCHOOL WILL NOT BE IN SESSION :
10/31/14
Nevada Day
11/03/14
Staff Development
11/04/14
Staff Development
11/10/14
Unassigned Work Day
11/11/14
Veterans Day
11/27/14
Thanksgiving Day
11/28/14
Family Day
12/22/14-01/04/15
Winter Break
For a complete list of calendar dates access
CCSD 2014-2015 School Calendar
REGULAR BOARD MEETINGS:
October 9, 2014, 4:00 p.m.
November 13, 2014, 4:00 p.m.
December 11, 2014, 4:00 p.m.
January 8, 2015, 4:00 p.m.
February 12, 2015, 4:00 p.m.
Board meetings are held on the 2nd & 4th Thursday
of each month unless otherwise *noted
Edward A Greer Education Center, Board Room
2832 E. Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, NV 89121
Access the District’s web site Clark County School District
WORK SESSION MEETINGS:
October 1, 2014, 8:00 a.m.
November 5, 2014, 8:00 a.m.
December 3, 2014, 8:00 a.m.
January 7, 2015, 8:00 a.m.
February 4, 2015, 8:00 a.m.
Edward A. Greer Education Center, Board Room
2832 E. Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, NV 89121
Access the District’s web site Clark County School District
SPECIAL BOARD MEETING:
October 7, 2014, 9:30 a.m.
(Parent & Community Forum Meeting)
Valley High School, Theater
2839 S. Burnham Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89169
OCTOBER 2014
District C:
The VILLAGE
Dear District C, “The VILLAGE”: Parents, Principals, CCSD Staff, Students,
Community, and Friends:
"In the end, we only regret the chances we didn't take, the relationships we were
afraid to have, and the decisions we waited too long to make." Author Unknown
Board of School Trustees Parent & Community Forum
The Board of School Trustees will hold a Parent and Community Forum on
Tuesday, October 7, 2014, from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., in the theater at Valley High
School, located at 2839 S. Burnham Ave., Las Vegas. Topics will include updated
graduation requirements, the new SBAC state standardized test, and an update
on Infinite Campus. Looking forward to seeing you there!
Budget Update - Year End Closing of the Books
The Clark County School District (CCSD) recently selected a new budget director,
Steven Osburn, as a result of the retirement of our long-term budget director on
August 1. Steve has been with the District for ten years serving as a budget analyst.
Prior to his coming to the District he received a Bachelor of Science in Statistics and
an MBA. Since moving to Nevada, Steve has worked as the Assistant Controller for
Treasure Island, as the Financial Analysis Manager for AT&T Wireless over their entire
Western Region, and as the Director of Accounting for The Marshall Retail Group
headquartered here in Las Vegas. Steve loves academia and in his spare time enjoys
teaching students as an adjunct professor for the Keller Graduate School of
Management here in Las Vegas. Steve, his wife, and three boys love to hike, camp,
travel, and perform music in a local symphony.
Steve is now the responsible administrator for budget development in the three budget
phases—Tentative Budget, Final Budget, and Amended Final Budget—each year.
Steve and the Budget team of eight others are responsible for projecting revenues,
reviewing and assisting the Workstreams with budget requests and projecting their fiscal
requirements, filing all state-related budgeting forms and related reports, providing cost
projections, analyzing expenditures compared to budget, reporting trends and areas of
concern, making necessary budget adjustments and transfers, serving as the liaison
between the Budget department and other CCSD departments, producing the annual
budget and statistical documents, and assisting with research and data analysis for
legislative planning.
Review of CCSD Policies and Regulations
At the September 11, 2014, regular board meeting, the Board of Trustees approved the
CCSD Regulation 3613 Use of District Buildings, Grounds, and Equipment by Non-School
Groups. To view the regulation you can go to http://ccsd.net/district/policies-regulations/.
You can also Click Here to listen to the audio clip or view the regulation.
At the September 22, 2014, regular board meeting, the Board of Trustees amended the
CCSD Regulation 4320 Evaluation: All Employees and CCSD Regulation 3613.1
Vegas PBS Television Studio Fund-Raising Events. You can Click Here to listen to
the audio clip or view the regulation.
Also, at the September 22, 2014, regular board meeting, the Board of Trustees amended
the CCSD Regulation 5152 Child Abuse or Neglect. You can Click Here to listen to the
audio clip or view the regulation.
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
Homework Hotline helps students with math
The Clark County School District’s Homework
Hotline (702) 799-5111, is available to students
from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through
Thursday. Students will get assistance from
CCSD math teachers. The program airs live from
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Channel 96 and 111.
The Great Nevada ShakeOut,
October 16, 2014
More than 520,000 Nevadans have registered
to participate in the annual statewide public
earthquake drill, the Great Nevada ShakeOut,
scheduled for October 16 at 10:16 a.m. Nevada
Seismological Lab Director Graham Kent said,
“Nevadans need to realize they live in earthquake
country. Nevada has the third highest incidence
of large earthquakes in the United States. A major
earthquake in any community, north or south, is
possible.” The Great Nevada ShakeOut is a
simple, coordinated “drop, cover and hold on”
exercise. To register as an individual, business,
school or government agency or organization, go
to http://www.shakeout.org/nevada/. All Nevada
residents are encouraged to register and
participate.
Governor Sandoval’s Poster and Essay
Contest 2014
Nevada Students in grades K-12 can enter
Governor Sandoval’s Poster and Essay Contest.
The theme is Nevada’s State Motto: “All for Our
Country.” Entries must be mailed to Governor’s
Poster and Essay Contest, P.O. Box 20743,
Carson City, NV 89721.
All entries must be received on or before October
14, 2014. Awards Ceremony will be in the Nevada
Room at the Governor’s Mansion in Carson City on
November 1, 2014.
American Education Week
Mark your calendars for American Education
Week, scheduled for November 17-21, 2014.
The weeklong celebration presents opportunities to
celebrate public education and honor the teachers
who make a difference in the lives of children in
classrooms across America. The first observance
of American Education Week took place in
December 1921.
CONTINUED MESSAGE FROM DR. LINDA E. YOUNG
School Board Student Advisory Committee
The Board of Trustees held an induction ceremony of the 2014-15 student representatives
of the School Board Student Advisory Committee (SBSAC) at the September 11, 2014,
regular board meeting. Members of the SBSAC are high school students who provide
information to the Trustees about District policies, procedures, and current events.
Click Here to listen to the presentation.
Facebook and Twitter
The Clark County School District's official Twitter and Facebook pages:
Below is a list of feeds we provide so you don't have to find them within the site.
You may subscribe to each one from the feed itself.
 CCSD @ClarkCountySch
 https://twitter.com/CCSD_Trustees
 Clark County School District Facebook
Nevada Learning Academy
The Nevada Learning Academy (NVLA) combines Virtual High School and the
Academy for Individualized Study. The integrated school offers full-time attendance
for students who can benefit from the non-traditional school setting serving students
in grades 6-12 geared toward meeting the needs of students who might need or desire
a different learning environment from that of a traditional brick and mortar school
setting. NVLA uses innovative instructional technologies to provide an accredited,
comprehensive online education. For more information,
visit http://nvlearningacademy.net/ or call (702) 855-8435.
Nevada Recycled Art Contest
Enter the Nevada Recycled Art Contest! Categories are for K-12 students, classes
and adults. Entry form must be submitted by October 31 by 11:59 a.m. More
information about the contest and submission guidelines is available at
http://nevadarecycles.nv.gov/Education/Recycled_Art_Contest/
Do the Write Thing Challenge Program
Beverly Mason, Director, School-Community Partnership Program, Clark County School
District, and Rose McKinney-James, Managing Principal, Energy Works LLC, presented
on the Do the Write Thing Challenge Program at the August 28, 2014, regular board
meeting. Among the speakers were Do the Write Thing Student Ambassadors,
Justin Cummins, Molasky High School, Teacher Melissa Marks; and Sarah Rappleye,
Hughes Middle School, Teacher Aubrie Olsen. Click Here to view the PowerPoint
presentation or to listen to the presentation.
School-Community Partnership Program (SCPP) Overview
Beverly Mason, Director, School-Community Partnership Program, Clark County School
District, provided a presentation of the School-Community Partnership Program’s
successes and highlights of the 2013-2014 school year at the September 11, 2014,
regular board meeting. If you are interested in developing a partnership with the
public please call (702) 799-6560. Click Here to view the listen to the presentation.
Remember: “It Takes A Village to Educate A Child.” Looking forward to seeing
you at the October Village Meeting, 9:00 a.m., on Wednesday, October 15, 2014,
at Marion Cahlan Elementary School. Please come and bring a family member and
a friend.
ALWAYS REMEMBER: “YOU ARE THE KEY TO OUR SUCCESS!”
Yours for Excellence in Education,
Dr. Linda E. Young, School Board Trustee, District C
Clark County School District, Las Vegas, Nevada
2014-2015 SCHOOL YEAR
DISTRICT C: “THE VILLAGE” MEETING DATE AND HOSTING SCHOOL
2014
Date/Time: Wednesday, September 24, 2014, 9:00 a.m.
School:
Doris M. Reed Elementary School, Library
Address:
2501 Winwood Street, Las Vegas, Nevada 89108
Phone: 702-799-4777
Date/Time: Wednesday, October 15, 2014, 9:00 a.m.
School:
Marion Cahlan Elementary School, Library
Address:
2801 Ft. Sumter Drive, North Las Vegas, Nevada 89030
Phone: 702-799-7103
Date/Time: Wednesday, November 19, 2014, 9:00 a.m.
School:
Elizabeth Wilhelm Elementary School, Library
Phone: 702-799-1750
Address:
609 West Alexander Road, North Las Vegas, Nevada 89032
Date/Time: Wednesday, December 10, 2014, 9:00 a.m.
School:
Bertha Ronzone Elementary School, Library
Address:
5701 Stacey Avenue, Las Vegas, Nevada 89108
Phone: 702-799-4780
2015
Date/Time: Wednesday, January 21, 2015, 9:00 a.m.
School:
Wing & Lilly Fong Elementary School, Library
Address:
2200 James Bilbray Drive, Las Vegas, Nevada 89108
Phone: 702-799-4890
Date/Time: Wednesday, February 18, 2015, 9:00 a.m.
School:
E.W. Griffith Elementary School, Library
Address:
324 East Essex Drive, Las Vegas, Nevada 89107
Phone: 702-799-4200
Date/Time: Wednesday, March 18, 2015, 9:00 a.m.
School:
Lincoln Elementary School, Library
Address:
3010 Berg Street, North Las Vegas, Nevada 89030
Phone: 702-799-7133
Date/Time: Wednesday, April 15, 2015, 9:00 a.m.
School:
Red Rock Elementary School, Library
Address:
408 Upland Blvd., Las Vegas, Nevada 89107
Phone: 702-799-4223
Date/Time: Wednesday, May 20, 2015, 9:00 a.m.
School:
Veterans Tribute CTA, Library
Address:
2531 Vegas Drive, Las Vegas, Nevada 89106
Phone: 702-799-4710
2015 Legislative Platform
CCSD Bill Draft Requests
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees approved the submittal of the following
two bill draft requests for consideration by the 2015 Nevada Legislature:

BDR 472 will ensure all students have the same amount of instruction before
taking high stakes assessments required by state law.

BDR 473 proposes changes to the law that will allow newly hired teachers a
six-month window to complete testing necessary to obtain Nevada licensure.
The availability of a temporary permit for new teachers relocating to the state
will greatly assist school districts in recruiting teachers
Other Education Issues
The Clark County School District also supports the following issues that require action by the
legislature:

Revise the Nevada Plan Funding Formula - Implementation of a weighted
funding model that addresses the needs of specific student populations
including English language learners, special education, and children living in
poverty.

Full-Day Kindergarten – Expansion of the current program to provide statefunded full-day kindergarten for all schools.

Zoom Schools – Expansion of the program created in 2013 to provide
preschool, full-day kindergarten at a 21:1 ratio, reading centers, and extend the
year in additional schools.

Education Stabilization Fund – Create a “rainy day” fund to ensure
consistent allocations to school districts in economic downturns.

School Construction – Address the capital infrastructure needs of school
districts to promote a safe, optimum learning environment for students.
Palo Verde High School pays
tribute to the victims of 9/11
Students at Palo Verde High School pay
tribute to the victims of 9/11, which
included Barbara Edwards, a language
teacher at the school, who was aboard
Flight 77 that day.
Police Offer Tips to Parents
to help Keep Children Safe
Infinite Campus
Portal Mobile App
The Campus Portal mobile app provides a fast
and convenient way for parents and students to
check grades, assignments, schedule,
attendance and daily planner information on
their iOS or Android device. The app is
available to our parents and students at no cost
and can be downloaded directly from the
iTunes App Store, Google play store, amazon
appstore or from the links provided below.
CCSD Board of Trustees
Parent and Community Forum
On October 7, the CCSD Board of
Trustees will hold a Parent and
Community Forum from 9:30 a.m. to
11 a.m. in the Valley High School
Theater, 2839 S. Burnham Ave.,
Las Vegas. The topics will include
updated graduation requirements, the
new SBAC state standardized test and
an update on Infinite Campus. The
public is invited to attend.
Magnet Schools and
CTAs Community Meetings
District ID: ZLSBJB
Local law enforcement agencies are
offering assistance to parents to help
children steer clear of danger during the
school year. During a meeting at
Centennial High School on August 21,
Metro joined with North Las Vegas Police
and the CCSD Police Department in
offering the following tips to parents:
 Be vigilant when driving in or near
school zones.
 Monitor children’s social media
accounts to catch potential
problems early.
 Plan safe school routes.
Seigle Center II Renamed
Dr. Beth Howe Center
The Seigle Center II at 3626 Pecos
McLeod, Las Vegas, was renamed the
Dr. Beth Howe Center on September 3,
2014. During her career with the school
district, Dr. Howe was principal at Barbara
& Hank Greenspun Junior High School
and B. Mahlon Brown Middle School, and
also served as executive director of
CCSD’s Student Services Division.
Dr. Howe passed away three years ago.
For more information, call Annie Amoia at
(702) 799-5413.
CCSD Celebrates Increase of
5-Star Middle and High Schools
Magnet Schools and Career and
Technical Academies have scheduled
community events for October 2,
October 18 and December 13 at various
locations throughout Clark County. Click
here for the schedule. Look for the
application by the end of October. The
application will be due by 3:00 p.m. on
January 8, 2015. For additional
information, visit http://magnet.ccsd.net.
Over the past two years, eight Clark County
School District middle and high schools
increased their star rating to become 5-Star
Schools, according to the 2013-14 Nevada
School Performance Framework results. The
“star ratings” rank schools from 1 to 5 stars
based on their state test score results and
other indicators such as attendance and
graduation rates. Since 2012, the number of
5-Star Middle Schools has increased from
12 to 17. The number of 5-Star High Schools
increased from nine to 12 since 2012, and the
number of 4-Star High Schools doubled from
five to 10. Click here for more information on
the Nevada School Performance Framework
results for the 2013-2014 school year. To learn
more about the Nevada School Performance
Framework, visit http://ccsd.net/district/nevadaschool-performance-framework/.
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5th Annual Reclaim Your
Future Event
On September 13, CCSD and
community member volunteers
participated in the 5th Annual Reclaim
Your Future event by visiting students at
home. This door-to-door effort targets
students who are credit deficient and at
risk of not graduating. Students are
encouraged to take the steps necessary
to graduate. Members and CCSD
volunteers inspired 21 students.