News from Clark County School District
Henderson’s Parks and Recreation Department and KOMP 92.3 are co-sponsoring Stuff the Bus School Supply Drive now through August 20. The collected items will be donated to schools in Henderson. School supplies may be dropped off at any City of Henderson recreation center in specially marked boxes.
The CCSD Finance Department, in accordance with state law, has posted a report on the district’s use of consultants. The report is available at http://ccsd.net/directory/finance/. This website also includes the negotiated agreements with the district’s labor unions.
The Alliance for a Healthier Generation will award a grant of up to $2,500 to Schorr Elementary School for promoting healthy eating and increased physical activity for students and staff members. The funding is provided by the Lincy Foundation.
Faiss Middle School choir director Amanda Hallam organized a three hour benefit concert for Makinzie Saca which raised $4,750.00. Makinzie is a Faiss Middle School sixth grader who suffers from brain cancer. The concert included performances by local artists and Faiss Middle School music teachers and students.
Green Valley High School teacher and baseball coach Nick Garritano was selected as an inductee to the UNLV Athletic Hall of Fame. Nick is the second leading scorer in UNLV football history. He kicked for the Rebels from 1991 to 1994.
The Clark County School District invites parents to enjoy Summer Fun Learning Activities with their children. Parents may visit http:// ccsd.net/learn online and click on their children’s most recent grade level to find activities to help reinforce the skills that contribute to educational success and prepare for the upcoming school year.
For more information about any of the above events, please visit www.ccsd.net.