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Attendance committee presses Infinite Campus expert on codes and approves front-office survey to probe chronic absenteeism The Elko County School District attendance committee questioned district Infinite Campus capabilities and coding practices with expert Josh Farmer, flagged high unexcused-absence counts, and voted to distribute a revised survey to front-office staff to better understand barriers and improve attendance procedures.

The Elko County School District's attendance committee is uncovering alarming attendance discrepancies and exploring innovative solutions to combat chronic absenteeism.

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1 month ago

Board conditionally approves STAR Academy application for Silver Stage Middle School; adds staff if grant awarded The board voted to pursue a STAR Academy grant for Silver Stage Middle School, approving submission of a letter of intent and agreeing to add one certified FTE if the grant is awarded; trustees voiced concern about long-term district costs and teacher vacancies.

The Lyon County School District is taking a bold step toward educational innovation with a proposed STAR Academy at Silver Stage Middle School, aiming to transform project-based learning for students—if they secure the grant funding!

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1 month ago

Residents urge censure after trustee likens student’s cap and gown to a “Mexican restaurant” Public commenters at the Lyon County School District board meeting called for Trustee Sherry Parsons to be censured or to resign after Parsons’ Jan. 27 remark about a student’s graduation cap and gown; the board heard competing public views but took no formal disciplinary action at the meeting.

Trustee Sherry Parsons faces intense backlash after her controversial remark about a student's graduation attire, sparking calls for censure and an apology from the Lyon County School Board.

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1 month ago

Teachers and staff press board after reports of proposed pay cuts; district frames budget options as a menu for negotiation Teachers, staff and union negotiators pressed the Douglas County School District board over media reports that a 4% pay cut was planned, warning of morale and retention impacts. District leaders said the figure is part of a menu of potential measures being negotiated and that no final decision has been made.

Teachers are sounding the alarm over a proposed 4% pay cut that could impact their livelihoods, urging the Douglas County School District to clarify the situation before it's too late.

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1 month ago

Elko County superintendent lays out measures to close $11.1 million shortfall; Flagview consolidation and pay changes draw sharp public protest Superintendent Anderson presented a plan to close an $11.1 million budget gap, proposing hiring freezes, higher class-size targets, reduced substitute pay and a possible Flagview grade reconfiguration that could save about $500,000. Hundreds of residents, teachers and students urged the board to protect programs and staff during lengthy public comment.

Elko County schools face an $11.1 million budget crisis, prompting proposals that could reshape classrooms and spark community outrage.

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1 month ago

Board OKs 90‑day notice to pursue up to $175 million in general obligation bonds Trustees approved a resolution of intent to begin the 90‑day public notice period under NRS 350 to issue up to $175 million in general obligation bonds; Debt Management Commission approval was reported and the board voted unanimously to proceed.

The Washoe County School District is set to explore a groundbreaking $175 million bond issuance to enhance educational resources, starting a crucial 90-day public notice period!

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1 month ago

Churchill County trustees set March meetings after stakeholder survey narrows superintendent priorities Consultants told the board there are 13 applicants for superintendent; a stakeholder survey of parents and district employees prioritized staff retention, academic achievement, fiscal stability and student safety; trustees scheduled a March 3 special meeting and set finalist interviews for later in March.

The Churchill County School District is on the brink of selecting a new superintendent, with 13 candidates vying for the role based on community priorities like staff retention and student safety.

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1 month ago

Nevada funding commission weighs changing enrollment-count method to reduce payment volatility The Commission on School Funding discussed three enrollment-count scenarios to reduce quarterly true-ups and stabilize district budgets, including a single current‑year count day and a two‑year average approach; staff said changes would require statutory/Budget changes and would not take effect until the next biennium.

Nevada's funding commission is rethinking how student enrollment counts are calculated to stabilize district budgets and reduce payment volatility—will the proposed changes make the grade?

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1 month ago

Nevada districts warn of multi-million-dollar shortfalls as enrollment falls Superintendents from Elko, Douglas, Clark and Washoe told the committee enrollment declines and flat per‑pupil funding are creating structural budget shortfalls, leading districts to cut central-office positions, seek hold‑harmless protections and push for targeted capital and special-education funding.

Nevada's school districts are facing alarming multi-million-dollar shortfalls as enrollment declines and stagnant funding threaten the future of education.

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1 month ago

Students and parents urge CCSD to restore Bob Miller social worker after surplus notices; union and community demand budget transparency Multiple students, parents and community leaders urged the board to reverse a surplus designation for Bob Miller Middle School social worker Karen Davis and raised broader concerns about staff reductions, grading policies and budget priorities.

Students and parents are rallying to save the vital social worker position at Bob Miller Middle School, arguing that her guidance is essential for their mental health and academic success.

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1 month ago

Parents, teachers urge retention of kindergarten screening week; others criticize district handling of student protests During public comment Feb. 10, multiple kindergarten teachers and parents urged retaining the district’s kindergarten screening/adjustment week for social‑emotional onboarding and accurate placement; other speakers accused the district of enabling student protests and violating policy, calling for stricter discipline.

Parents and teachers are rallying to save the crucial kindergarten screening week, while others are demanding accountability for the district's handling of student protests.

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1 month ago

CCSD reports continued drop in chronic absenteeism after 24,000 home visits; board accepts report District officials told trustees that chronic absenteeism has dropped since COVID-era peaks, attributing improvements to targeted home visits, wraparound services and community partnerships; trustees pressed for more outcome tracking and set a tentative target of roughly 15 percent for next year.

Chronic absenteeism in Clark County schools is on the decline, thanks to innovative outreach strategies, but the journey to pre-pandemic levels is just beginning.

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1 month ago

Superintendent Ernst reports midyear progress on reading, attendance, safety and activities; board accepts update Superintendent Joe Ernst told trustees the district has trained about 160 additional teachers this semester (about 600 total on the science of reading), reduced kindergarten chronic absenteeism to just under 11%, expanded clubs to about 400 and received a $1.3 million donation for a middle‑school drone program; the board accepted the midyear targets update unanimously.

Superintendent Joe Ernst's midyear update reveals impressive strides in reading, safety, and extracurricular activities, including a $1.3 million donation for a new drone program!

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2 months ago

The Douglas County School Board has taken the first step towards a controversial school consolidation that could reshape educational resources amid budget shortfalls and community debate.

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2 months ago

State office warns: PERS reporting rules may require spreading lump-sum raises across payrolls Officials told charter leaders a PERS statute requires monthly submission of PERS paperwork even when raises are paid in a lump sum; schools were given an example and told to direct specific scenarios to a designated contact (Cheryl).

Navigating the complexities of lump-sum raises? Discover how monthly PERS reporting requirements can impact your payroll decisions!

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2 months ago

Washoe County School District highlights community partners that feed families, provide same-day health care and mental-health navigation District leaders presented partnerships with the Food Bank of Northern Nevada, Community Health Alliance, Care Solace and the Rotary Club of Reno, citing 37 school pantries, school-based same-day appointments in five Sparks schools, and a Care Solace contract available to all district students and staff.

Washoe County School District is revolutionizing student support by tackling food insecurity and mental health barriers with partnerships that provide meals, health services, and more!

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2 months ago

Board approves notification to seek up to $175 million in WC1 bonds funded by sales tax Trustees unanimously approved Resolution 26-002 to notify the Debt Management Commission and begin authorization for up to $175 million in WC1 general obligation bonds (sales-tax-funded program) to support CIP and FMP projects; staff said availability of a 25% revenue cushion guides timing.

The Washoe County School District is gearing up to authorize up to $175 million in sales-tax-funded bonds to support vital projects—what could this mean for local education?

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2 months ago

Washoe County School District outlines growth plan for internships and proclaims CTE month District presentation reported internships grew from 14 to more than 112 and are projected to exceed 170 this year; the district set a stretch goal of 600 student internships annually by 2029-30 and proclaimed February 2026 Career and Technical Education Month.

The Washoe County School District is revolutionizing career education with a bold plan to boost internships from 14 to an impressive 600 by 2030!

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2 months ago

Washoe County School District moves to seek authorization for up to $500 million in general obligation bonds Trustees unanimously approved a resolution to notify the oversight panel and begin the authorization process to issue up to $500 million in general obligation rollover bonds to fund Facilities Master Plan projects; CFO said property tax growth and maturing bonds make the financing feasible.

The Washoe County School District is taking a bold step forward by seeking authorization for up to $500 million in bonds to fund crucial facilities projects!

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2 months ago

Washoe County School District board authorizes start of process to issue up to $675 million in bonds for school capital projects The board unanimously adopted two resolutions to begin the Debt Management Commission authorization process: Resolution 26‑001 to seek authority for up to $500 million in general‑obligation rollover bonds and Resolution 26‑002 to start authorization for up to $175 million in WC1 bonds.

The Washoe County School District is gearing up to issue up to $675 million in bonds to enhance school facilities, a game-changing move for education in Nevada!

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2 months ago

Washoe trustees direct FY27 budget that excludes Matter Academy impact, approve $5.7M reduction plan The Washoe County School District board on Jan. 27 directed the superintendent to prepare a FY2026–27 budget that does not assume enrollment impacts from Matter Academy and approved a $5,727,558 central-office reduction plan designed to close the projected deficit while protecting classroom services.

The Washoe County School District just approved a $5.7 million budget reduction plan while ensuring classroom services remain protected amidst changing enrollment scenarios.

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2 months ago

Elko County School District pauses some student activities as leaders outline deeper budget cuts Superintendent Anderson warned of sustained financial pressure and the district paused middle‑school intramurals while the board weighs larger staffing and consolidation options; trustees and public contributors stressed transparency and the limits of capital versus operating funds.

Elko County School District faces a financial crisis, forcing the pause of middle-school sports and raising concerns about job security and student support.

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2 months ago

District outlines $200M bond intent; public raises turf, heat and cost concerns CFO Justin Dayhoff briefed trustees on the district’s intent to issue $200 million in general obligation bonds as part of an approved $600 million program; public commenters and a trustee asked about artificial turf projects, and staff clarified that turf funding comes from Fund 315, not bond proceeds.

The Clark County School District is set to issue $200 million in bonds, but public concerns about turf projects and funding priorities are heating up the debate!

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2 months ago

CCSD trustees begin overhaul of governance policies; debate centers on a pledge, social media limits and audit oversight Trustees reviewed a first set of 12 draft governance policies adapted from a balanced-governance model, discussing a proposed code of conduct ("pledge"), social-media restrictions, data-request protocols, reporting misconduct, and audit committee structures; legal counsel and consultants flagged constitutional vagueness and recommended placing some details in a trustee handbook.

Clark County School District trustees are shaking up governance policies with debates over a new code of conduct, social media guidelines, and audit oversight—how will these changes impact transparency and accountability?

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2 months ago

State superintendent outlines Nevadas first district performance framework and launches trustee survey State Superintendent Victor Wakefield briefed the Clark County School District board on the district performance framework required by Senate Bill 460, described a statewide committee and Center for Assessment partnership, and urged trustees and community members to complete a two-week survey open until Jan. 23.

Nevada's first district performance framework is on the horizon, and State Superintendent Wakefield is calling on you to share your thoughts through a quick survey!

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2 months ago

Board awards $58.2 million Echo Loder Elementary reconstruction contract to Plenium Builders Trustees unanimously awarded the construction contract for the new Echo Loder Elementary School to Plenium Builders for $58,190,959, including four alternates (solar arrays, perimeter screening and Head Start relocation scope); the project is scheduled for completion in time for the 2027–28 school year.

The Washoe County School District just approved a massive $58.2 million reconstruction project for Echo Loder Elementary, promising state-of-the-art facilities and local job opportunities!

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2 months ago

Board approves $21.9 million for Palmer and Booth school projects; staff to pursue construction and design phases Trustees approved a $21.9 million major projects program recommendation to fund construction‑phase work at Virginia Palmer Elementary and design‑phase funding for Libby Booth, emphasizing phased work, community engagement, and minimizing short‑term investments ahead of future rebuilds.

The Washoe County School District is set to invest $21.9 million in transformative projects for Virginia Palmer and Libby Booth Elementary Schools, enhancing educational spaces and community engagement.

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3 months ago

Board authorizes up to $100 million in school improvement bonds to rebuild Loder Elementary Trustees adopted a resolution authorizing issuance of up to $100 million in general obligation limited‑tax bonds (WC‑1) to fund the rebuild of Loder Elementary and future modernization of Palmer Elementary, to be secured by WC‑1 sales tax revenues. Staff said the sale is planned for January to capture favorable market conditions.

Big changes are coming to Washoe County schools as the district greenlights $100 million in bonds to rebuild Loder Elementary and modernize Palmer Elementary!

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3 months ago

Board approves new $9.95M ERP implementation with CherryRoad, extends Oracle subscription Trustees approved a $9.95 million contract with CherryRoad Technologies and renewed Oracle Cloud ERP subscriptions (estimated $11.43 million over nine years), replacing a prior implementer and shifting the project to a July 1, 2027 go‑live. District leaders said the project is capital‑funded and includes contract protections and credits for prior work.

The Washoe County School District has made a bold move, securing a $9.95 million ERP implementation with CherryRoad Technologies and setting the stage for a transformative upgrade by 2027.

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3 months ago

Washoe trustees ratify two‑year contract with teachers union including pay increases and PTO changes The board approved a two‑year collective bargaining agreement with the Washoe Education Association retroactive to July 1, 2025, adding a guaranteed 2% COLA for FY26, targeted pay bonuses, PTO consolidation and new retention incentives. District and union leaders said the deal balances fiscal limits and recruitment needs.

Washoe County School District just approved a groundbreaking two-year contract with teachers that promises pay raises, improved PTO, and incentives to attract and retain top talent!

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