Nevada State University, in partnership with the Clark County School District (CCSD), has announced the districtwide expansion of its Direct Admissions Program (DAP), making Nevada State the first higher education institution in Nevada to guarantee admission to every graduating and eligible CCSD senior, with no application required and no application fee. The districtwide … [Read more...] about Nevada State University Expands Direct Admissions Program to Every CCSD High School
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May Is Mental Health Awareness Month — Teachers Health Trust Offers Behavioral/Mental Health Services at No Cost and with No Limit on Visits
May is Mental Health Awareness month, and Teachers Health Trust (THT), the nonprofit health insurance plan for educators in Clark County, Nevada, is leading the way with the behavioral and mental health care services offered through its Health Investment Network that provide members with in-person and virtual therapy sessions at no cost and with no limit to the number of … [Read more...] about May Is Mental Health Awareness Month — Teachers Health Trust Offers Behavioral/Mental Health Services at No Cost and with No Limit on Visits
More Providers, Services Added to Teachers Health Trust Program That Offers Expedited Access to Health Care at Low or No Cost – Saving CCSD Educators More Than Half a Million Dollars
LAS VEGAS (March 30, 2026) – As increasing health care costs are the subject of debate nationwide, Teachers Health Trust (THT), the 42 year old self-funded, nonprofit health insurance plan for educators in Clark County, Nevada, is offering all members expedited access to health care at low or no cost through its Health Investment Program, which continues to add new services and … [Read more...] about More Providers, Services Added to Teachers Health Trust Program That Offers Expedited Access to Health Care at Low or No Cost – Saving CCSD Educators More Than Half a Million Dollars
CCSD Student Wins Brand-New Car for Championing Safe Driving in Essay ContestTeen Driving Safety Campaign Culminates with Prize Giveaways including New Car, $5,000 in Scholarships, More
LAS VEGAS – Sam & Ash Injury Law, in partnership with Clark County School District (CCSD), Nevada’s Zero Fatalities, and Findlay Volkswagen Henderson, announced the winners of the "Sam & Ash Safe Teen Driving Essay Contest" today. The campaign, launched in October 2024 for National Teen Driver Safety Week, aimed to raise awareness of teen driving safety by encouraging … [Read more...] about CCSD Student Wins Brand-New Car for Championing Safe Driving in Essay Contest
Public Education Foundation Launches CCSD Alumni of the Year Award by Honoring Bo Bernhard, PhD and Alex Bybee at the Golden Apple Gala
The Public Education Foundation (PEF) will proudly host its annual Golden Apple Gala on January 4, 2025, at Paris Las Vegas. The highly anticipated evening will launch the Clark County School District (CCSD) Alumni of the Year Awards, highlighting the achievements of CCSD graduates. In the inaugural year, PEF will celebrate the excellence and positive impact of the 2025 CCSD … [Read more...] about Public Education Foundation Launches CCSD Alumni of the Year Award by Honoring Bo Bernhard, PhD and Alex Bybee at the Golden Apple Gala
Help of Southern Nevada and the Community Unite To Provide 1,000 Families With Thanksgiving Meals
On Saturday, Nov. 23, HELP of Southern Nevada partnered with Junior League of Las Vegas for their annual Done in a Day volunteer event, where Junior League packed up nearly 2,300 food bags donated by more than 73 CCSD schools, local businesses and individuals. Over the weekend, HELP of Southern Nevada’s Turkey-Thon, sponsored by 97.1 FM The Point, Lotus Broadcasting and … [Read more...] about Help of Southern Nevada and the Community Unite To Provide 1,000 Families With Thanksgiving Meals
Shriners Children’s Open Offers Free Admission for Teachers, Powered by Intermountain Health
Shriners Children’s Open invites all Clark County School District (CCSD) teachers and staff to enjoy a complimentary ticket to the annual PGA TOUR tournament in Las Vegas at TPC Summerlin. Sponsored by Intermountain Health, CCSD employees will have the opportunity to receive one free ticket during tournament play, Oct. 17—20. "We are incredibly thankful for the hard work and … [Read more...] about Shriners Children’s Open Offers Free Admission for Teachers, Powered by Intermountain Health
20 Recent CCSD Grads Offered Apprenticeships at Tesla
20 recent graduates from the Jobs for Nevada’s Graduates (J4NG) program and other CCSD workforce readiness programs have accepted apprenticeships with Tesla’s Manufacturing Development Program (MDP). Students signed a conditional offer in a signing ceremony last Tuesday, organized by Tesla. “I am so happy that I am able to be a part of something special and so excited to see … [Read more...] about 20 Recent CCSD Grads Offered Apprenticeships at Tesla
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Education in Nevada right now is going through a trial by fire as teachers and administrators try to find the best way to continue teaching amidst a pandemic. From distance learning to increased gaps in student needs, 2020 has been a challenging year for educators. Recently, leaders in education met in a virtual roundtable, sponsored by City National Bank, to discuss their … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Around the State: February 2017
Las Vegas Breaks Tourism Record According to data compiled by the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, Las Vegas has broken the city’s all-time record of visitation growth with 42.9 million visitors in 2016. This is the third consecutive record-breaking year with 2015 seeing 42.3 million visitors. In addition, convention attendance also broke records in 2016 with 6.3 … [Read more...] about Around the State: February 2017
CSN and CCSD Start New Dual Credit Pilot Program at Mojave High School
60 North Las Vegas high school students enrolled in pilot program LAS VEGAS – The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) and Clark County School District (CCSD) are pleased to announce a new dual enrollment pilot program at Mojave High School, allowing high school students to enroll in college courses taught by CSN faculty at their campus. Approximately 60 students have signed … [Read more...] about CSN and CCSD Start New Dual Credit Pilot Program at Mojave High School
Retiring in the Lap of Taxpayer-Funded Luxury
How pensions in Nevada are often better than paychecks Know a public employee in Nevada who is looking for a pay raise? Tell him to retire. According to a new analysis made possible by the court-ordered release of Nevada’s Public Employee Retirement System payment records, once-public employees in the Silver State are making golden pensions — so generous that their … [Read more...] about Retiring in the Lap of Taxpayer-Funded Luxury
Park Place Infiniti Sponsors Smiles for Survivors; Governor Approves Solar Tax Incentives
Park Place Infiniti Sponsors Smiles for Survivors Park Place Infiniti is sponsoring the fourth annual Blow Out Breast Cancer event, presented by the Smiles for Survivors foundation and Square Colour Salon and Spa. [Read More...] Governor’s Office of Energy Approves Solar Tax Incentives Highlighting its commitment to renewable energy in Nevada, the Governor’s Office of Energy … [Read more...] about Park Place Infiniti Sponsors Smiles for Survivors; Governor Approves Solar Tax Incentives
Playing Politics with Education: Teachers Union Throws Students under the Bus
Nevadans will find out this month whether the Clark County School District (CCSD) qualifies for a $40 million grant from the federal government’s “Race to the Top” program. The money would provide high-tech tools and programs at 63 schools to help 41,000 students with limited English skills. It would fund 46 new jobs for teachers and support staff, as well as expanded teacher … [Read more...] about Playing Politics with Education: Teachers Union Throws Students under the Bus