KTNV — It's that time of the year again! Back-to-school season is here. We are less than a month away from the first day of classes for the Clark County School District.
The 2025-2026 school year begins Monday, Aug. 11.
From free school supplies to free dental care, we want to help you get ahead of the upcoming semester with these events and tips.
CCSD outlines resources for families ahead of return to school
CCSD is gearing up for the new school year with important resources for families.
The district tells us it will provide free meals to all students this year, serving an average of 238,000 meals a day.
Parents can access support in multiple languages and attend family learning workshops throughout the year.
District leaders say school safety remains a priority with officers building relationships on campus and using instant alert systems.
As far as staffing is concerned, CCSD says 97% of classroom positions have been filled for the upcoming year.
School crossing guard applications surge as safety concerns grow
School zones across Las Vegas will soon be filled with students, and the job of helping them cross safely has seen overwhelming interest from the community.
More than 300 people have applied for just 75 crossing guard positions.
WATCH | Hailey Gravitt discusses the importance of crossing guards within our community.
CCSD Police fully staffed ahead of new school year
Students all across the Clark County School District will soon return to campus. Before then, CCSD officials are updating families on where everything stands before the new school year.
That includes CCSD Police. Representatives told Ryan Ketcham students and parents can expect to see even more officers on campuses across the district this year, compared to past years.
WATCH: Ryan Ketcham talks to CCSD Police Sergeant Bernardo Abarca about safety at schools
CCSD works to fill hundreds of vacancies ahead of new school year
As the new school year quickly approaches, the Clark County School District is ramping up its efforts to hire hundreds of employees in critical roles, including teachers, bus drivers and school police.
During a recent media briefing, district leaders acknowledged the ongoing challenge of filling key positions, but said progress is being made.
WATCH | Shakeria Hawkins speaks to the assistant human resources officer about current vacancies
Closing the gap: Ahead of the new school year, what is CCSD's plan to help the COVID kindergarteners?
As the new school year looms, the Clark County School District is working to address a number of issues that are top of mind for local parents — improving school safety, filling vacant jobs, and improving learning outcomes for students.
When it comes to students' learning, school district leaders have a unique challenge in front of them: overcoming the learning gap for students impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
During a media briefing hosted by CCSD, our team pressed district leaders on what's being done to close the gap for students who spent their entire Kindergarten year under pandemic-era teaching restrictions.
CCSD prepares to start new school year with lowest number of teacher vacancies in decades
When the new school year begins on August 11, the Clark County School District will have its lowest number of teacher vacancies in decades, with 97% of classrooms having a licensed teacher.
District officials say the last time schools were fully staffed was 1994, and that this is the closest they've been since.
WATCH | New teachers discuss the impact CCSD teachers can have on students
Back-to-school vaccinations at the Southern Nevada Health District
The Southern Nevada Health District is urging parents and guardians to make sure their children are up to date on required immunizations. To avoid the last-minute rush, the Health District recommends scheduling an appointment now for kindergartners, 7th graders and 12th graders at one of its immunization clinics.
“Getting your child vaccinated before school starts helps ensure they’re protected from serious diseases and ready for a healthy year of learning,” said Dr. Cassius Lockett, District Health Officer for the Southern Nevada Health District. “Don’t wait to vaccinate—scheduling early helps you avoid potential delays and last-minute stress.”
For more information on required vaccinations, visit CCSD’s Student Enrollment Process.
Dates, Time, & Locations
- Main Public Health Center
- 280 S. Decatur Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89107
- Monday–Thursday, 7 a.m.–5 p.m. (closed noon–1 p.m.)
- Special back-to-school dates and times:
- Friday, August 1 and August 8, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
- Saturday, August 9, 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
- East Las Vegas Public Health Center
- 2950 E. Bonanza Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89101
- Tuesday – Friday, 7 a.m.–5 p.m. (closed noon–1 p.m.
- Special back-to-school dates and times:
- Monday, July 28; August 4 and August 11, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
- Henderson Public Health Center
- 220 E. Horizon Dr., Ste. A, Henderson, NV 89015
- Monday–Thursday, 7 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Special back-to-school dates and times:
- Friday, August 1; August 8, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
- Mesquite Public Health Center
- 150 N. Yucca St., Mesquite, NV 89027
- Tuesday and Thursday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (closed noon–1 p.m.)
Back-to-school immunizations for students 11-18 years of age (Tdap, MenACWY and HPV) will also be available at the Health District’s Fremont Public Health Center in the two weeks leading up to the new school year.
- Fremont Public Health Center
- 2830 E. Fremont St., Las Vegas, NV 89104
- July 29–August 1 and August 5–August 8, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Free health services for CCSD students
If you're a parent in Southern Nevada, back-to-school season comes with a long to-do list, especially when it comes to your child's health.
To make things easier, the Clark County School District is teaming up with local providers to offer free health services for students. From checkups to dental care and mental health support, here are a few upcoming clinics where families can get the care they need at no cost.
Dates, Time, & Locations
Location: 1720 S Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89104
- On-Site Clinic
- August 8 & August 14
- 8 AM – 12 PM and 1 PM – 4 PM
- General health services for students
- Ronald McDonald Dental Clinic
- Tuesday, August 5 | 8 AM – 5 PM
- Ages 0–21
- Exams, cleanings, x-rays, fillings, sealants, oral health education
- Schedule an appointment or for more info. Call (800) 787-2658
- UNLV Pediatric Clinic
- Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 8 AM – 5 PM | Ages 3–21
- By appointment only
- Sick visits, physicals, prescriptions, immunizations, chronic care, mental health support
Call ahead to schedule. Walk-ins not accepted. (702) 586-9943
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Health Services for CCSD children by stephanie.aceves
Families plan to spend less this back-to-school season—here’s how to save the most
With the new school year quickly approaching, many families are feeling the pressure to get their shopping done without breaking the bank.
A new national survey shows that parents are planning to cut back significantly on back-to-school spending this year — and are turning to early deals, major sales events, and strategic savings tips to help stay within tighter household budgets.
Shakeria Hawkins spoke to a retail expert for some tips on how to snag savings this back-to-school season.
Back-to-school shopping strains budgets, but thrift stores offer relief
Back-to-school shopping is in full swing, and for many families, every dollar counts, especially when buying supplies and clothes for more than one child.
A new NerdWallet survey reveals that parents are expected to spend an average of $741 on back-to-school essentials this year. That’s $200 more than last year, with prices for clothing, electronics, and basic supplies continuing to rise.
According to the survey, 56% of parents say they’re feeling financial stress this season, prompting many to set strict budgets or turn to more affordable options like thrift shopping.
Shakeria Hawkins went to a local Goodwill store to learn about the savings parents can find.
How you can help local students get school supplies as we approach the first day of school
We're in the final stretch of the United Way of Southern Nevada's Back to School Drive.
Through Monday, Aug. 4, the nonprofit is collecting essential supplies to help students in need right here in our community.
It's accepting all the back-to-school basics like backpacks, crayons, markers, pencils, scissors, notebooks and folders.
We spoke with United Way officials who say it's not just about those. tangible supplies; it's about giving kids the confidence and tools to succeed from day one.
You can drop off donations at the United Way of Southern Nevada's office off West Flamiongo Road Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., or on Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
You can also support the drive by purchasing items straight from the United Way's Amazon wish list.
Everything you buy gets shipped directly to the office and goes into the hands of local students who need it most.
Cox Back-To-School Fairs
The Clark County School District is partnering with Cox Communications to hold Back-to-School Fairs. Students and families are invited to prepare for the 2025-2026 school year.
The fairs will be held over four weekends beginning July 19, 2025.
Each Back To School Fair includes representatives from the Clark County School District, local nonprofits and community agencies providing free, one-stop resources for local families to prepare for the upcoming school year. Cox will provide a limited number of free backpacks at each event.
Dates, Time, & Locations
- Saturday, July 19 | 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | The Boulevard, 3528 S. Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV 89169
- Saturday, July 26 | 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., | Galleria at Sunset, 1300 W. Sunset Road, Henderson, NV 89014
- Saturday, August 2 | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Downtown Summerlin, 2025 Festival Plaza Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89135
- Saturday, August 9 | 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Meadows Mall, 4300 Meadows Lane, Las Vegas, NV 89107
WATCH | The first of four Back-to-School Fairs
Back-to-School shopping: Is now the right time to buy fall and winter clothes?
As back-to-school shopping hits full stride, parents across the Las Vegas valley are stocking up on shoes, supplies, and everyday essentials, but many are also noticing fall and winter clothes already popping up on store racks.
Some items are even marked down, prompting the big question: Should you buy now, or wait for better deals later?
Shakeria Hawkins spoke to some local parents and retailers to find out.
Nonprofit hosts back-to-school shopping event for disadvantaged high school students
Project 150, a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting unhoused, displaced and disadvantaged high school students, is once again providing those students with the supplies they need ahead of the new school year.
The organization is expecting more than 1,500 students to attend their Back-To-School Shopping Event happening from Monday, Aug. 4 to Saturday, Aug. 9. Students will receive free clothing, new shoes, hygiene products, backpacks filled with school supplies, food and more.
Anyssa Bohanan stopped by one of the locations to learn more.
Did we miss something?
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