Clark County School District public meetings in 2020
50 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees is holding a special teleconference meeting. The main item is discussion and possible action on the 2020 summative evaluation of Superintendent Jesus F. Jara. The agenda also includes adoption of the agenda, a public comment period, and an announcement of the next meeting.
- Discussion and possible action on the 2020 summative evaluation of the Superintendent of Schools
- Public comment period for agenda and non-agenda items (email submissions by 2:00 p.m.)
- Adoption of the agenda
- Upcoming meeting announcement for January 4, 2021
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees met via teleconference on December 10, 2020, and approved a consent agenda that included a $83,968,770 amendment to the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund budget, a $761,000 purchase of Panorama Education's data platform for social-emotional learning, and several other contracts and grants. The board also approved minutes from prior meetings and adopted the agenda. All items were approved unanimously.
- Approved $83,968,770 amendment to ESSER Fund budget for operations, technology, and family engagement
- Approved $761,000 purchase of Panorama Education data platform for social-emotional learning
- Approved $250,000 purchase of library books from Capstone
- Approved $5,456,223.30 Title I 1003(a) Reallocation Grant application
- Approved $1,000,000 five-year contract with Western Psychological Services for assessment supplies
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees will hold a work session to discuss and possibly take action on internal governance processes, including how board members request information from the superintendent, the template for presentations and reports, and aligning the meeting agenda to the Balanced Governance model. The meeting is teleconference-only, with public comment accepted by email. No major policy or budget decisions are on the agenda.
- Discussion and possible action on board member request for information process (Item 3.01)
- Discussion and possible action on presentation and report template and vetting process (Item 3.02)
- Discussion and possible action on aligning board meeting agenda to Balanced Governance model (Item 3.03)
- Public comment periods for agenda and non-agenda items (Items 2.01 and 5.01)
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District's Attendance Zone Advisory Commission is meeting to discuss and possibly approve attendance boundary scenarios for a new elementary school opening in 2021, as well as evaluate and potentially adjust boundaries for several existing elementary schools. The meeting is held via teleconference only, with public comments accepted by email. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and setting future meeting dates.
- Evaluate scenarios for new elementary school at Chapata Drive and Casady Hollow Avenue (opening 2021) and boundaries for Lorna J. Kesterson, Ulis Newton, and John C. Vanderburg/Neil C. Twitchell Elementary Schools
- Evaluate scenarios for boundaries of Linda Rankin Givens, William Lummis, and Billy and Rosemary Vassiliadis Elementary Schools
- Approval of minutes from November 10, 2020
- Public comment periods for agenda and non-agenda items (email submissions due Nov 30, 2020)
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees held a regular meeting via teleconference, approving a consent agenda that included a $500,000 grant for financial literacy education, a $80 million capital modernization plan, and several facility contracts. The board also held a public hearing on American Indian/Alaska Native policies for federal impact aid. All items were approved unanimously.
- Approved $500,000 grant from Nevada Department of Education for K-12 financial literacy education
- Approved use of approximately $80 million from Statutory Reserve for capital modernization projects
- Approved $3,165,321.54 in purchasing awards and $746,353.86 in purchase orders
- Approved professional services agreements for building commissioning at John R. Beatty Elementary ($70,650), unnamed elementary at Chapata Drive ($85,920), and Marion B. Earl Elementary ($56,500)
- Held public hearing on American Indian/Alaska Native policies for Federal Impact Aid Section 7003
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Bond Oversight Committee is meeting by teleconference to review the 2015 Capital Improvement Program status, receive a semi-annual update on deferred maintenance, and hear reports from staff and liaison representatives. The committee will also consider approving minutes from October 15, 2020, and discuss future agenda items. Public comments are accepted by email until 8:30 a.m. on the meeting day.
- Approval of minutes from October 15, 2020
- 2015 Capital Improvement Program Summary Status Report and Projects in Progress
- Semi-annual update on Deferred Maintenance
- Discussion of future agenda items including Deferred Maintenance, K-8 program schools, CTE programs, minority contractors, workforce diversity, and Facility Condition Index
- Public comment periods for agenda and non-agenda items
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees and Audit Advisory Committee will hold a joint teleconference meeting to discuss and act on the annual independent auditor's report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2020, including district responses and compliance statements. They will also consider approving a recap of budget appropriation transfers for the same period. The agenda is largely procedural, focused on audit and budget approvals.
- Presentation of annual Independent Auditor's Report for FY ended June 30, 2020, by Eide Bailly LLP
- Action on accepting district responses to auditor's recommendations and NRS compliance statements
- Action on authorizing recap of budget appropriation transfers for FY 2019-2020
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees met via teleconference on November 12, 2020, and voted on a consent agenda that included approval of meeting minutes, student expulsions, and various contracts and purchasing awards. The board approved all consent items in a single motion, with one member voting against the agenda adoption. The meeting was held remotely due to the COVID-19 emergency directive.
- Approved purchasing awards totaling $10,607,000
- Approved $149,000 architectural design contract for HVAC and roof replacement at Dean Lamar Allen Elementary School
- Approved $28,710 drug testing agreement with SPORT SAFE Testing Services for Foothill High School athletics
- Approved $90,000 contract with Las Vegas Natural History Museum for STEM activities
- Approved $125,872 contract with UNLV for pollen-monitoring program
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees, acting as the Attendance Zone Advisory Commission, will discuss and possibly vote on scenarios for new attendance boundaries for elementary and middle schools opening in 2021, as well as adjustments to existing boundaries. The meeting is held via teleconference only, with public comment accepted by email. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, reports, and scheduling of future meetings.
- Evaluate scenarios for new elementary school at Chapata Drive and Casady Hollow Avenue (opening 2021) and boundaries for Kesterson, Newton, Vanderburg/Twitchell elementary schools
- Evaluate scenarios for boundaries of Givens, Lummis, and Vassiliadis elementary schools
- Evaluate scenarios for new middle school at Mountains Edge Parkway and Buffalo Drive (opening 2021) and boundaries for Faiss and Tarkanian middle schools
- Approval of minutes from October 20, 2020 meeting
- Public comment deadline: 3:30 p.m. on Monday, November 9, 2020
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees held a retreat to discuss internal governance topics, including the board's role in reopening schools, the process for requesting information from the superintendent, onboarding for newly elected trustees, and the superintendent's summative evaluation. The agenda was adopted unanimously, and public comments were accepted via email. No formal decisions were made on the discussion items.
- Discussion on Board member role in Reopening of Schools
- Discussion on Board Member Request for Information Process
- Discussion on Trustee Elect Onboarding Process
- Discussion on Superintendent Summative Evaluation Process
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District's School Name Committee will meet via teleconference to review six finalists from the 2020 Call for Nominations and recommend names for one new elementary school and one new middle school opening in fall 2021. The committee will also approve minutes from its June 16, 2020 meeting, receive an update on renaming Helen Anderson Toland Elementary School, and discuss future agenda items. Public comment is accepted by email until 2:00 p.m. on the meeting day.
- Review six finalists and recommend names for one new elementary and one new middle school opening in fall 2021
- Approve minutes from June 16, 2020 School Name Committee meeting
- Update on transition plan for Helen Anderson Toland Elementary School after Kit Carson Elementary name rescinded
- Discussion on future agenda items and meetings
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees' Audit Advisory Committee is meeting via teleconference to discuss and possibly approve the minutes from its June 23, 2020 meeting, and to receive an update on the Internal Audit Department's work and status for the current fiscal year. The meeting is open to public comment via email, with a 300-word limit, and will be live-streamed.
- Approval of minutes from June 23, 2020 meeting
- Update on CCSD Internal Audit Department for current fiscal year
- Public comment via email by 10:00 a.m. on September 30, 2020
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District's Attendance Zone Advisory Commission is meeting via teleconference to handle organizational matters. The agenda includes approving minutes, electing a chairperson and vice chairperson, and setting upcoming meeting dates. No rezoning or boundary decisions are on this agenda.
- Approval of minutes from March 10, 2020
- Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
- Discussion of upcoming meeting dates and times
- Review of Open Meeting Law and operational procedures
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees is holding a special teleconference meeting to receive training on the Balanced Governance model from Dr. Thomas Alsbury. The agenda includes adoption of the agenda, a public comment period, the training presentation, and adjournment. No substantive policy decisions or financial items are listed.
- Balanced Governance training by Dr. Thomas Alsbury
- Public comment via email by 1:00 p.m. on Sept. 22, 2020
- Teleconference-only meeting per Nevada Emergency Directive 006
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees met via teleconference on September 10, 2020, to discuss and take action on a consent agenda and several regular agenda items. The board voted to rescind the name of Kit Carson Elementary School and to explore potential costs associated with renaming it. The meeting was held remotely due to the COVID-19 emergency directive.
- Rescinded the name of Kit Carson Elementary School (motion passed 5-1, with one member not present).
- Approved a $135,556.00 Refugee School Impact Grant from Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada for refugee student services.
- Ratified purchase orders totaling $2,527,921.05.
- Approved purchasing awards estimated at $1,270,000.00.
- Increased the JDL Horizons contract from $130,000 to $150,000 per year for Spanish language translations of board meetings.
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees held a teleconference work session to review and discuss modifications to several governance policies, including rules for public comment, meeting types, and closed sessions. The board also approved the selection of Thomas Alsbury of Balanced Governance Solutions for board leadership training. Additionally, the board approved the minutes from its July 6 and July 9, 2020 meetings.
- Review of Governance Policy GP-11: Public Comment
- Review of Governance Policy GP-12: Types of Meetings
- Review of Governance Policy GP-13: Closed Sessions of the Board
- Approval of Thomas Alsbury (Balanced Governance Solutions) for board training
- Approval of minutes from July 6 and July 9, 2020 meetings
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees met via teleconference on August 27, 2020, to discuss and vote on a consent agenda that included contracts, grants, and routine approvals. The board approved all consent agenda items, including a $2.25 million allocation for emergency distance learning resources under the CARES Act, and a $97,350 contract for vocational training for students with disabilities. The meeting was held remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with public comments submitted by email.
- Approved $2,251,450 in ESSER funds for distance learning resources (item 4.07)
- Approved $97,350 contract for Project Search vocational program at Edward A. Greer Education Center
- Approved $1,100,000 additional allocation for 21st Century Community Learning Centers
- Approved $285,531.20 contract for Eldorado High School improvement services
- Approved $4,022,863 transfer to Class Size Reduction Fund
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Bond Oversight Committee will meet via teleconference to review and discuss the 2015 Capital Improvement Program project updates, approve minutes from June 18, 2020, and hear reports from staff and liaison representatives. The committee will also discuss and potentially take action on future agenda subjects, including deferred maintenance, CTE program delivery, and workforce diversity.
- Approval of minutes from June 18, 2020
- 2015 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) project updates presentation
- Discussion on future agenda items including deferred maintenance and CTE programs
- Reports from committee liaison representatives on construction, design, and site selection
- Public comment accepted by email until 8:30 a.m. on meeting day
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees held an emergency addendum meeting via teleconference on August 13, 2020. The board discussed and approved entering into Memoranda of Agreement with several organizations to share student data and provide affordable home internet services, aimed at supporting distance education. The motion passed with six votes in favor and one member not present.
- Approved data-sharing agreements with Communities in Schools, Future Smiles, and Jobs for Nevada's Graduates to provide Infinite Campus data at no cost to the general fund, for 90 days starting August 9, 2020.
- Approved agreement with Cox Communications Las Vegas to provide affordable home internet to eligible students, funded by grant and/or general funds.
- Authorized Superintendent and Board President/Clerk to sign the Memoranda of Agreement.
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees is meeting via teleconference to consider a consent agenda with multiple action items. Key items include a $37.1 million Assembly Bill 3 Block Grant for distance education resources, a $1.09 million contract with Carnegie Learning for instructional materials, and a $2.5 million assessment supplies agreement with NCS Pearson. The board also approved the agenda, pulling items 3.16, 3.17, 3.18, and 3.41, and later approved the consent agenda, deleting item 3.10.
- Approve $37,100,087.25 Assembly Bill 3 Block Grant for Chromebooks, iPads, hotspots, and contracts with Achieve3000, Instructure, Amplified IT, and Nearpod.
- Authorize $1,087,702.00 contract with Carnegie Learning for instructional materials and professional learning for seven middle schools.
- Authorize up to $2,500,000.00 purchase agreement with NCS Pearson for assessment supplies and scoring services.
- Approve $150,000.00 Title I 1003(g) School Improvement Grant for Eldorado High School (item 3.08).
- Approve $271,906.18 contract with Carnegie Learning and Boys Town for Bailey Middle School.
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees is holding a special teleconference meeting to discuss and possibly take action on the conduct of Superintendent Dr. Jesus F. Jara regarding Assembly Bill 2 of the 2020 Special Session, his representations about state directives for reopening schools, and termination of his employment contract. The board will also adopt the agenda, hear public comment, and adjourn.
- Discussion and possible action on Dr. Jara's conduct related to Assembly Bill 2 and its effect on the community.
- Discussion and possible action on Dr. Jara's representations about state directives for reopening schools.
- Discussion and possible action on termination for convenience of Dr. Jara's employment contract.
- Public comment accepted by email until 10:00 a.m. on July 29, 2020.
- Meeting held via teleconference only; live stream available at ccsd.net.
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees is holding a special teleconference meeting to decide the instructional model for the start of the 2020-2021 school year, along with related decisions on staff professional development and secondary student scheduling. The board will take action on these items after receiving public comments submitted by email. The meeting is being held remotely due to Nevada's COVID-19 emergency directive.
- Discussion and possible action on reopening schools plan for 2020-2021, determining the instructional model for students
- Discussion and possible action on how staff professional development will be conducted during 2020-2021
- Discussion and possible action on instructional scheduling options for secondary students
- Public comment period for agenda and non-agenda items, with comments submitted by email
- Adoption of the agenda
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees is meeting via teleconference to consider consent agenda items, including a $83,968,770 federal grant for COVID-19 relief, a five-year capital improvement plan, and various agreements. The board will also hear the 'Reopening Our Schools Plan' at 6:00 p.m. Public comment was accepted by email.
- Approve $83,968,770 ESSER grant application for COVID-19 response
- Approve $3,629,700 contract with NWEA for school support services
- Approve Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan
- Approve student training agreements with Nevada State Veterans Home, Royal Springs Healthcare and Rehab, Marquis Centennial Hills
- Approve addendum with United Citizens Foundation for behavioral health services
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees held a special teleconference meeting on July 6, 2020, to discuss the district's proposed plan for reopening schools. The agenda included adoption of the agenda, a public comment period, and the main discussion item on the reopening plan, followed by adjournment.
- Discussion on the Proposed Reopening Schools Plan
- Public comment period for agenda and non-agenda items
- Adoption of the agenda
- Adjournment
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees held a work session to discuss potential modifications to several governance policies. The Board also discussed leadership development and the use of an external facilitator for future Superintendent evaluations.
- Review of policy B/SL-2: Unity of Control
- Review of policy B/SL-3: Accountability of the Superintendent
- Review of policy B/SL-4: Delegation to the Superintendent
- Review of policy SE-1: Global Executive Assurances
- Review of policy SE-2.1: Commitment to Diversity
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees held a teleconference meeting on June 25, 2020, to consider a consent agenda that included approval of meeting minutes, grant applications, and various agreements. The board voted to adopt the consent agenda, pulling items 3.07 and 3.16 for separate discussion. All items were approved as part of the consent agenda.
- Approval of $103,028,591 Title I, Part A grant application for low-income student support
- Approval of $7,835,714 Title IV, Part A grant for student support and academic enrichment
- Approval of $8,892,081.03 Title II, Part A grant for teacher and leader quality
- Approval of $225,000 contract with NCS Pearson for gifted program screening of 23,000 second graders
- Approval of agreement with Victoria Siegel Foundation to pilot Victory Club drug awareness program
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees held a special teleconference meeting to discuss and take possible action on the 2020 formative evaluation of Superintendent Jesus F. Jara. A motion to accept all trustee suggestions for the evaluation failed, with a split vote. The board also adopted the agenda and adjourned, with public comments submitted by email.
- 2020 Formative Evaluation of Superintendent Jesus F. Jara (discussion and possible action)
- Motion to accept all trustee suggestions for evaluation failed (2 yes, 4 no, 1 abstain)
- Public comment accepted by email until 2:00 p.m. on June 18, 2020
- Meeting held via teleconference only due to COVID-19 emergency directive
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Bond Oversight Committee meets via teleconference to review the 2015 Capital Improvement Program status, approve prior meeting minutes, elect new officers, and discuss future agenda items. Public comment is accepted by email only.
- Approval of minutes from May 21, 2020 meeting
- Election of Chair, First Vice Chair, and Second Vice Chair
- 2015 Capital Improvement Program Summary Status Report and Projects in Progress
- Discussion of future agenda items including Deferred Maintenance, K-8 schools, District-owned land, CTE programs, and bond issuance
- Reports from liaison representatives on Finance/Operations, Construction, Design, and Site Selection
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees, acting as the Oversight Panel for School Facilities, will meet via teleconference to review district facility and financial updates. The panel will consider approving the Funding Stability for School Construction report for submission to the Legislative Counsel Bureau and adopting the 2020 CCSD Approval Resolution. Public comment is accepted by email only.
- Possible action on Funding Stability for School Construction report (NRS 393.097) due July 1, 2020
- Possible action on 2020 Clark County School District Approval Resolution
- Presentation on 1998 and 2015 Capital Improvement Programs
- District financial update presentation
- Review of Oversight Panel responsibilities
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees held a special teleconference meeting on May 18, 2020, to adopt the 2020-2021 Final Budget. The board also held a public hearing on the tentative budget as required by Nevada Revised Statutes. All seven board members voted to approve the final budget.
- Adoption of the 2020-2021 Final Budget (Motion Passed 7-0)
- Public Hearing on the 2020-2021 Tentative Budget
- Meeting held via teleconference only pursuant to Nevada Executive Department Directive 006
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees met via teleconference on May 7, 2020, and approved a consent agenda that included grant applications, contracts, personnel actions, and facility design services. The board also ratified purchase orders and purchasing awards totaling over $3.9 million, and approved several capital improvement projects for school replacements and HVAC/roof upgrades.
- Approved $126,898 for Title VI Indian Education Program application
- Approved $150,000 each for School Improvement Grants at Dr. William H. Bailey Middle School and Eldorado High School
- Approved $116,000 engagement with Sherman & Howard L.L.C. as bond counsel
- Ratified purchase orders totaling $537,275.51 and purchasing awards totaling $3,430,000
- Approved engineering/design contracts: $277,280 for Myrtle Tate Elementary, $179,820 for Sue H. Morrow Elementary, $481,725 for Lied STEM Academy
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees is holding a public hearing and will vote on two Memoranda of Agreement related to the 2019-2021 negotiated agreement with the Education Support Employees Association. The meeting is held via teleconference only due to the COVID-19 emergency, with public comments accepted by email. The board approved the MOAs in a motion that passed with six yes votes and one member not present.
- Public hearing for two MOAs with Education Support Employees Association
- Approval of two MOAs regarding 2019-2021 negotiated agreement
- Motion to approve passed (6 yes, 1 not present)
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees met via teleconference on April 16, 2020, to consider a consent agenda covering routine approvals, including contracts, personnel, and financial items. The board voted to approve most items, but pulled item 3.03 for separate discussion and vote. The agenda included a $131,625 contract for International Baccalaureate professional development and a $200,000.24 participation in the Public Education Foundation's Teacher Leader Academy.
- Approved $16,651,069 in purchasing awards (Ref. 3.11)
- Approved $131,625 contract with International Baccalaureate for teacher training (Ref. 3.02)
- Approved $200,000.24 for Public Education Foundation Teacher Leader Academy (Ref. 3.03)
- Ratified $197,999 for independent financial auditor Eide Bailly LLP (Ref. 3.07)
- Ratified purchase orders totaling $2,515,562.11 (Ref. 3.10)
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees is holding a teleconference-only meeting with a public hearing and vote on two Memoranda of Agreement related to the 2019-2021 negotiated agreement with the Education Support Employees Association. The board will discuss and possibly approve these agreements. The meeting is conducted remotely due to the COVID-19 emergency.
- Public hearing for two Memoranda of Agreement with Education Support Employees Association
- Approval of two Memoranda of Agreement regarding 2019-2021 negotiated agreement
- Meeting held via teleconference only, no physical location
- Public comments accepted by email until 2:00 p.m. on April 16, 2020
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
This meeting of the Clark County School District Sex Education Advisory Committee was cancelled. The agenda included approval of minutes and discussion of supplemental sex education materials, but no action was taken.
- Meeting cancelled
- Approval of minutes from October 23, 2019 meeting
- Supplemental materials for Grade 5 boys (Procter & Gamble puberty video)
- Supplemental materials for Grade 5 girls (Procter & Gamble #LIKEAGIRL video)
- Supplemental materials: BrainPOP, Advocates for Youth, Cengage Learning, Discovery Channel
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees held an emergency meeting to address urgent matters during the COVID-19 pandemic. They approved a resolution granting Superintendent Jesus F. Jara limited authority to approve time-sensitive purchases, contracts, and payments without prior board approval, with ratification required later. The board also received a report on an Emergency Program of Distance Learning and approved it with changes.
- Resolution granting superintendent authority for Veritas software/hardware purchase and National Elevator Inspection Services contract exceeding $50,000
- Approval of $125,749 payment to Las Vegas Review Journal counsel per Nevada Supreme Court order
- Renewal of Eide Bailly LLP as external auditor for fiscal year ending June 30, 2020
- Authorization for superintendent to submit bond-related proposals to Oversight Panel for School Facilities
- Approval of Emergency Program of Distance Learning with board-recommended changes
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
This meeting of the Clark County School District Bond Oversight Committee was cancelled. The agenda included routine items such as approval of minutes, staff reports, and discussions on capital improvement projects and district-owned land sales. No decisions were made because the meeting did not take place.
- Meeting cancelled
- Approval of minutes from January 16, 2020 (item 3.01)
- 2015 Capital Improvement Program Status Report (item 3.04)
- Discussion on District owned land recommended for sale (item 3.05)
- Comprehensive Renovation Program report (item 3.06)
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
This meeting of the Clark County School District's School Name Committee was cancelled. The agenda included items on renaming schools, naming facilities, and procedural updates, but no action was taken.
- Renaming K.O. Knudson Middle School to K.O. Knudson Academy of the Arts
- Renaming Jo Mackey Elementary School to Jo Mackey iLead Academy for Digital Sciences
- Naming Johnston Middle School library as Kelda's Book Garden
- Naming Community Room 102 at Vegas PBS as Yao Yuan Sze Community Room
- Proposed amendments to Naming of Schools and Education-Related Facilities Procedural Guide
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
This addendum to the Clark County School District Board of Trustees regular meeting on March 12, 2020, contains only an informational item on COVID-19 and the district's response plan. No board action was taken; the item was presented by Superintendent Jesus F. Jara for discussion only.
- COVID-19 update and CCSD response plan presented by Superintendent Jesus F. Jara
- Meeting notice posted at 19 public locations including libraries and CCSD website
- Special assistance and translation services available by calling (702) 799-1072
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees met on March 12, 2020, and approved a consent agenda that included contracts for services, purchase orders, personnel employment, and facility design services. The board also discussed and approved an interlocal contract for services to blind and visually impaired students. The meeting included public comment periods and procedural items.
- Approved purchase orders totaling $1,557,925.90
- Approved purchasing awards estimated at $2,528,686.00
- Authorized contract extension with Dumont Communications for Vegas PBS strategic plan, total $60,500
- Approved professional services agreements for test and balance services at Jo Mackey Elementary ($80,000) and Tyrone Thompson Elementary ($56,760)
- Approved architectural design services for HVAC/roof replacements at John R. Beatty Elementary ($180,000), Cowan Alternative Junior/Senior High ($135,000), and Marion B. Earl Elementary
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees held a joint meeting with the Attendance Zone Advisory Commission to discuss and vote on several school zoning changes for the 2020-2021 school year. The board approved all proposed reassignments, moving students in specific grades from certain elementary and middle schools to other schools. All motions passed with unanimous support from present members.
- Approved reassigning K-5 students from Jan Jones Blackhurst and William V. Wright Elementary Schools to Tyrone Thompson Elementary School.
- Approved reassigning K-5 students from Elise L. Wolff Elementary School to Frank Lamping Elementary School.
- Approved reassigning K-5 students from Marion Cahlan and Reynaldo L. Martinez Elementary Schools to C. P. Squires Elementary School.
- Approved reassigning K-5 students from Arturo Cambeiro and Robert Lunt Elementary Schools to Arturo Cambeiro Elementary School and to Robert Lunt Elementary School.
- Approved grandfathering current students and reassigning incoming 6th graders from Sig Rogich Middle School to Ernest A. Becker, Sr. Junior High School, and from Duane D. Keller Junior High School to Jerome D. Mack Middle School.
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees Audit Advisory Committee is meeting to review and possibly act on several audit-related items, including renewing the engagement of external auditor Eide Bailly LLP for fiscal year 2020. The committee will also review the auditor's independence and qualifications, discuss internal controls, and receive updates on accounting standards and the internal audit department. Public comment periods are scheduled for non-agenda items.
- Renewal of external auditor Eide Bailly LLP for fiscal year ending June 30, 2020
- Review of independence and qualifications of external auditor Eide Bailly LLP
- Review of internal control environment
- Update on Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements
- Update on CCSD Internal Audit Department
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees held a regular meeting on February 13, 2020, at the Edward A. Greer Education Center. The board voted to adopt the agenda with changes, including deleting item 4.03 (a chronic absenteeism agreement) and item 5.01, and moving item 7.01. The board approved the consent agenda, which included several financial and operational items, and discussed a strategic plan update on student achievement data.
- Approved $5,138,000 in purchasing awards (item 4.09)
- Ratified purchase orders totaling $1,315,304.03 (item 4.08)
- Authorized $271,371 for Chinese Guest Teacher Program (item 4.02)
- Approved $136,776.18 for Snap-On automotive training equipment (item 4.05)
- Accepted $392,329 Vegas PBS technology grant (item 4.10)
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees is holding a community engagement meeting at the Moapa River Reservation. The main agenda item is a presentation and discussion on achievement updates for American Indian/Alaska Native students. The meeting also includes public comment periods and general board discussion, with no other action items listed.
- Presentation and discussion on achievement updates for American Indian/Alaska Native students
- Public comment periods on non-agenda items (2 minutes per speaker, 20-minute limit)
- Board and Superintendent communication
- Trustee requests for agenda items or information
- Adoption of the agenda
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees will hold a work session to discuss and review the metrics for the 2020 Superintendent Evaluation and the 2020 Board of Trustees Evaluation. The board will also discuss communication expectations between the board and the superintendent, procedures for tracking trustee requests, and the governance policy review process. The agenda is largely procedural and discussion-focused, with no major action items or public hearings.
- Discussion of 2020 Superintendent Evaluation Metrics
- Discussion of 2020 Board of Trustees Evaluation Metrics
- Discussion of communication expectations between Board and Superintendent
- Review of procedures for tracking Trustee requests for agenda items or information
- Discussion on annual review of Governance Policies
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees is holding a retreat to discuss and potentially act on improving trustee-superintendent communication and effectiveness, review the metrics for the 2020 superintendent evaluation, and review the board's self-evaluation. The agenda also includes public comment periods and routine procedural items.
- Discussion and possible action on strategies for improving trustee and superintendent communication and effectiveness
- Discussion and review of metrics for the 2020 superintendent evaluation
- Discussion and review of the Board of Trustees self-evaluation
- Public comment periods on non-agenda items (limited to 2 minutes per speaker, 20 minutes total)
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees held a regular meeting on January 23, 2020, approving a consent agenda that included contracts, purchases, and personnel actions. The board also heard public comment on non-agenda items and adopted the meeting agenda.
- Approved agreement with Behavioral Healthcare Options, Inc. for employee assistance program, up to $665,000
- Approved purchase orders totaling $769,110.88
- Approved purchasing awards estimated at $1,806,000
- Approved $101,495 for Vegas PBS emergency communications equipment
- Granted right-of-entry to Southwest Gas at Southeast Career and Technical Academy and future middle school site
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees is meeting to consider two confidential settlement agreements in federal lawsuits. The board will vote on paying $640,000 in one case and $1,200,000 in another, and authorize the general counsel to sign the agreements. The agenda also includes a note about where the meeting agenda was posted.
- Settlement of $640,000 in case 2:19-cv-00403-JAD-VCF (LR. v. CCSD, Kasey Glass, Mark Connors, Allison Pokornik)
- Settlement of $1,200,000 in case 2:18-cv-00021-JAD-VCF (H.H. v. CCSD, Kasey Glass, Mark Connors)
- Authorization for General Counsel Eleissa Lavelle to execute settlement agreements
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees held a regular meeting on January 9, 2020, where they approved a consent agenda containing routine business, finance, and facilities actions. The board voted to approve $18,317,029.00 in purchasing awards and $2,201,891.64 in purchase orders. They also selected architectural firms for school replacement and renovation projects, including a $1,052,010.00 contract for the Ira J. Earl Elementary School replacement.
- Approved purchasing awards totaling $18,317,029.00
- Ratified purchase orders totaling $2,201,891.64
- Selected Simpson Coulter Studio for $1,052,010.00 architectural design for Ira J. Earl Elementary School replacement
- Selected GMRA, LLC. for $209,744.00 architectural design for Betsy A. Rhodes Elementary School HVAC and roof replacement
- Selected GMRA, LLC. for $209,744.00 architectural design for Eva M. Wolfe Elementary School HVAC and roof replacement
CCSD Board of Trustees - Imported 2007- 2026
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees held a work session on January 8, 2020, primarily to elect its officers (President, Vice President, Clerk) and discuss planning for a Board Retreat scheduled for January 24, 2020. The agenda also included public comment periods and general board-superintendent communication. No substantive policy or budget items were on the agenda.
- Elected Lola Brooks as President, Danielle Ford as Vice President, and Chris Garvey as Clerk
- Discussed planning for the Board Retreat on January 24, 2020
- Public comment periods for non-agenda items (2 minutes per speaker, 20-minute cap)
- Board and Superintendent communication and trustee requests for future agenda items