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Many Las Vegas Students Miss The First Day Of School

Author DJ THUMP

It was the first day of school for the hundreds of thousands of Clark County School District students, but for some bright-eyed and excited students ready for school, their experience was far from what they expected. The district recently made changes to the shared housing process through which a family’s proof of residence is verified, particularly when they live in a residence without the parents’ name on the title or lease. An example of this would be when the student lives with a grandparent or aunt and uncle, and they still need to have their enrollment approved for the appropriate zoned school. This year, the district is no longer accepting residential affidavits for shared housing applications. They can only be provided by the Office of Shared Housing, located at 4204 Channel 10 Drive in Las Vegas.

The changes caused confusion and frustration for many families, as they spent the day lined up outside in the heat to try and figure out what prevented their children from being let into school on their first day. According to FOX 5, Superintendent, Jesus Jara, was asked about this on Monday, and he said that the administration has done their due diligence in warning people of the changes. “Parents always wait to register,” Jara said. “We have centralized it, we’ve been communicating. And that’s why that entire division was working Saturday and Sunday, making phone calls to make sure that we get our kids in school… there was a change in process for verification purposes.” But some families spoke out and stated that by the time they were made aware of the changes and applied by Monday, they still had not received a response from the Office of Shared Housing, approving their application.

The district had 291,893 students enrolled on the first day of school, according to Superintendent, Jesus Jara. That number falls below what the district had previously projected, but district spokesman, Tod Story, said families are expected to continue enrolling students throughout the week, and the district doesn’t expect to certify its official enrollment until count day in September.

First Week Of School: What Clark County Parents Need To Know

Well, the time has finally come for Clark County School District. It’s a day filled with emotions, tears and anxiety: The first day of school in Las Vegas.

For some parents, it’s a celebratory occasion. It’s the day that marks the start of some parents gaining their freedom back.

But for others, it’s an emotional day that’s riddled with fear. And this isn’t an irrational fear.

Going to school looks gravely different amid this era of school shootings, COVID-19 and — now — monkeypoxs.

Sending our children back to school isn’t the same jubilee fanfare compared to a few years ago.

If you’re a parent who can’t shake your own first-day jitters, we have some tips to alleviate your stress.

Today.com compiled a list of tricks that can help any parent relax during the first few days of school.

The first tip is to have a conversation about first-week expectations with your child. Another tip is to “prepare kids psychologically for what the morning routine will be like.”

More tips include:

  • Teach your child how to make friends fast
  • Open up to your kids about your own experience during school
  • Reassure your child that you love and care about them
  • Transitions take time so be kind and patient to yourself
  • If this is your first day alone, stay busy!
  • It’s OK to cry — it really is

However, Clark County School District has spent this summer gearing up for this school year. There have been certain changes and added amenities within the district that aim to improve the wellbeing of Clark County’s school children. From increased security, free meals to even altered bell schedules, this year has changes and even some challenges for families and school faculty.

Check out the list below to see changes and information about this upcoming school year that every parent must know. We hope everyone has a safe and amazing school year!

  • Some Schools Are Changing Their Bell Schedules Due To A Lack Of Bus Drivers

    Some CCSD families prepare for earlier start time due to bus driver shortage, experts share a warning

    Several Clark County schools are preparing for big changes to their bell schedules this upcoming school year, and with one week until classes start, experts encourage parents to get their students acclimated now to their new sleep schedule. However, experts share a stern warning with district leaders that sleep deprivation is possible with a 7 a.m.

  • Make Sure You're Up To "Speed" When It Comes To School Zones and Traffic Safety

  • There is a COVID-19 Hotline In Case Your Child Contracts The Virus

    Clark County School District

    Clark County School District, the nation's fifth-largest school district.

  • School Faculty Must Complete An Online Check-In That Monitors Their Daily Symptoms

    CCSD updates its COVID-19 protocols for the upcoming school year

    The first day of school is just 25 days out and CCSD is gearing up for another year of class during another COVID surge.

  • There's No Mandatory Mask Mandate, But You Can Still Wear One

    Mask on school chair

    [sengchoy] via Getty Images

  • Clark County School District Beefs Up Security Measures

    CCSD focuses on school safety

    Clark County School District (CCSD) leaders highlighted a number of security enhancements being added to District campuses for the 2022-23 school year. Click here to watch a school safety video from CCSD's Police Department on tips heading back to the school year.

  • Back-To-School Assistance Is Still Available

    If you need help with purchasing school supplies or other family-service assistance, click the link below.

    The Salvation Army Family Services

    Because of the generosity of our commmunity, we are grateful to offer assistance and case management to low-income individuals and families in need.

  • CCSD Will Offer Free Or Reduced Lunch To Students

    https://www.ccsd.net/departments/food-service/free-reduced-meal-program

  • Clark County Is Still Hiring For Bus Driver Positions

  • COX is offering low-cost internet option for children in K-12

    Cox Connect2Compete | Affordable Home Internet

    Connect2Compete is an affordable home internet service for eligible families. Learn more about the program and eligibility requirements here.

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    EdWeek.org conducted a comprehensive analysis to find out where states rank in educational opportunities and performance. Their data was configured over three categories which included Chance for Success (January), School Finance (June) and K-12 Achievement (September). The overall grade is the average of the three separate scores.

    Nevada finished 50 amongst all 50 states and the District of Columbia. The state scoring earned 68.6 out of 100 possible points. That is the equivalent of a D plus grade average. The country ranked at a C grade average. Find out more about their education research within each category.

    Let’s be honest, Nevada does not have a great education system ranking but that does not mean that all Vegas schools are bad. Vegas has the 5 largest school district in the United States with the Los Angeles Unified School District taking first place.

    GreatSchools.org is a leading non-profit when it comes to research insights and parenting resources. The non-profit gives an insight on “school quality” based on a rating from one to 10. Top-rated schools are considered 10’s. Ratings between one to four are looked at as below average. Ratings between five to six indicate average. Ratings seven to 10 are considered above average.

    Let’s see how Vegas high schools, public and private, are ranked from 10 to one.

Marlon "DJ Thump" Rice is a morning show host on Jammin’ 105.7 "Thump In The Morning!" He has been with the station for the past six years and has been inducted into the Nevada Broadcasters Hall of Fame class of 2019. DJ Thump has toured with R&B legend Al B. Sure! As his music director. As a content creator for Jammin’ 105.7, DJ Thump writes articles on sports, preferably the Las Vegas Raiders and the world champion Las Vegas Aces. DJ Thump writes about the local community (which he is heavily involved in) as well as local Black-owned businesses.

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