Elko County School District

The Nevada School Climate/Social Emotional Learning Survey (NV-SCSEL) is used to gather student feedback about their experiences at school. The NV-SCSEL surveys are administered to students in grade 5 and up throughout the state of Nevada during the fall of each school year. The NV-SCSEL surveys measure students’ perceptions of key aspects of school climate, including physical and emotional safety, relationships, and cultural and linguistic competence, as well as students’ social and emotional competencies. The survey is an opportunity for students to anonymously share their experiences of their school’s climate with their school, school district, and NDE. To learn more about the survey, visit nevadaschoolclimate.org. Elko County School District will be administering the survey to students (5th -12th grade) between November 20th and December 14th , 2023. Parents can preview the survey here: https://5il.co/28q0d Questions on the survey are optional. Students can choose not to answer any question they do not want to answer. Parents can opt their child(ren) out of participating in the survey by contacting their child(ren)’s school. If you have any questions about the NV-SCSEL survey, please contact your child(ren)’s school.

It's National School Psychology Week! 🏫🧠 Please help us recognize ECSD school psychologists: Aaron Fisher Hans Gaul Juan Granillo Jackie Granillo Karen Ozols Hayley Schumacher Colette Wickersham With the theme “Let’s Grow Together,” schools around the country will highlight the role of school psychologists and school-based mental health services in promoting student success. School psychologists partner with families, teachers, school administrators, and other professionals to create safe, healthy, and supportive learning environments that strengthen connections between home, school, and the community. They apply expertise in mental health, learning, and behavior to help children and youth succeed socially, behaviorally, emotionally, and academically. They are also important members of school safety and crisis teams. For more information:https://www.nasponline.org/

Register now for our first Mental Health Series webinar, Social Media – Protecting Your Child by Staying Aware & Involved – November 28 at 6:00 pm. More info: https://www.ecsdnv.net/page/behavioral-health-and-emotional-support

National Principals Month is a tribute to the pivotal role principals play in leading our schools and shaping the future of our nation’s students. Join us this October as we extend our gratitude to these transformative figures. Visit principalsmonth.org to #ThankAPrincipal!

Regarding lockdown at West Wendover schools on the morning of October 4, 2023 It is very important to us to keep our parents and families as informed as possible regarding any incidents involving our campus and students. On the morning of Wednesday, October 4 West Wendover High School was placed on lockdown after a West Wendover High School student reported seeing what they thought was a firearm in possession of another student. School administration notified law enforcement immediately. Out of precaution, WWE and WWMS were also placed on lockdown. Law enforcement located the student and began their investigation. The reports were unfounded and the student was taken into custody for further questioning. All students are safe and the campus is secure. School will continue today. Please remind your students should they ever hear or see something concerning, to always say something to a parent, staff member or trusted adult. Providing a safe and secure learning environment is our top priority at ECSD, West Wendover High School.

Great things are happening at West Wendover Elementary School! The school and ECSD are very grateful for the City of West Wendover who donated $35,000 towards the purchase of new playground equipment for our students to enjoy!

ECSD Career and Technical Education is seeking interest in offering a dual credit dental pipeline program for juniors and seniors beginning Fall 2024. Classes will be provided by Truckee Meadows Community College and supported by the Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health. Students will complete skill labs and complete clinical hours in a dental office. Additionally, ECSD would like to learn if local dental offices are interested in learning more and supporting local students who wish to complete the program. If interested, please help us by filling out the interest form: https://forms.gle/6HAnVntX9RaevURt9 Contact ECSD CTE Facilitator and Work-Based Learning Coordinator Heather Steel for more information: hsteel@ecsdnv.net

Today Board President Dastrup and Superintendent Anderson participated in Sage Elementary's first annual Dust Devil Color Run! The fundraising event was held to help the school raise funds for playground improvements. Thank you to parents and community members for supporting the project! 🏃🏽‍♀️🏃🏃‍♂️💨

UPDATE: the power has been restored. ECSD is aware that some of our schools currently have no power. Classes are still in session and instruction has not been interrupted. The estimated time of restoration according to the utility company is still to be determined. Classes will be dismissed at their normal time. Parents will be notified if the status of the situation changes. If you have additional questions or concerns, please contact the school directly.

Last Tuesday, the Board of Trustees received a presentation from Southside Teacher Classroom Innovations. Teachers Audrey Karr and Tarah Leeland, with the help from several students, presented on the school's strategies in developing Nevada's Portrait of a Learner. Some of these classroom activities include STEM projects and the implementation of emotions journaling in the classroom.

Dress up as your favorite "hero" and learn more about our local nonprofits and service providers at the Heroes Have Heart Celebration this Saturday at the Elko Conference Center!

Dress up as your favorite "hero" and learn more about our local nonprofits and service providers at the Heroes Have Heart Celebration this Saturday at the Elko Conference Center!

Happy National IT (Information Technology) Professionals Day! #ITProDay The ECSD IT team works day-in and day-out to keep us connected, secure and running smoothly! We are proud to have the latest technology in all our classrooms and the resources and training on how to use it! #ThankanITPro

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Catch up with the latest student stories, events, and news updates. It's everything ECSD, in your pocket. If you haven't already, download the app! Download for Android: https://bit.ly/43Q6J4t Download for iPhone: https://apple.co/3Jo7utf

Parents/Guardians: By now you may have received a Free & Reduced Lunch Application from your child's school. To clarify, meals for the 2023-2024 school year are FREE for all. However, it’s important that all families still fill out the application; it provides important data that allows schools to receive additional funding and benefits to support students and teachers. Only one form per household is required. For your convenience it can be filled out online: http://elkocsd.schoollunchapp.com

Help us find the next THREE STARS of ECSD! One certified, classified and benefited employee will be chosen each month. This includes long-term substitutes, bus driver subs, etc. : https://www.ecsdnv.net/page/stars-program

There is no school tomorrow Friday, Sept 1. Additionally, there is no school on Labor Day, Monday, Sept 4. Due to the holiday, the school week shifts to Tuesday through Friday next week. Have a great weekend, ECSD!

Bus pick up and drop off times may fluctuate during the first and second week of school while the transportation team adjusts to the new four day schedule. We encourage families to please arrive at the bus stop at least five minutes prior to the scheduled pick up time to guarantee pick up. Please be advised that final pick up and drop off times will be identified and communicated on the website no later than Friday, September 8. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.

Independence Valley students are ready for the 23-24 school year! We wish them a great first week ✏️📚