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

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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

https://www.fox5vegas.com/2022/08/02/some-ccsd-families-prepare-earlier-start-time-due-bus-driver-shortage-experts-share-warning/

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

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

https://ccsd.net/departments/risk-management/covid-19-information

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

https://www.fox5vegas.com/2022/07/14/ccsd-updates-its-covid-19-protocols-upcoming-school-year/

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

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Clark County School District Beefs Up Security Measures

https://newsroom.ccsd.net/42013-2/

Back-To-School Assistance Is Still Available

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

https://www.salvationarmysouthernnevada.org/family-services

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

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

The Best Las Vegas High Schools Ranked 2022

One of the most important takeaways from education is that it helps individuals develop critical thinking skills. Personal growth comes from learning which intake helps with gaining more confidence, financial wealth and literary skills.

Nevada is an ever-growing city with a population of just over three million. More people are moving to Las Vegas to give their families a better life. With the American dream in mind, where does education fit into the equation? Education is important to families who want to offer the best for their children and generations to come.

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.