• Gilbert Magnet School of Communication and Creative Arts
  Schools.ccsd.net/gilbert
• Jo Mackey Academy of Leadership and Global Communications
  Schools.ccsd.net/gilbert
• Mabel Hoggard Math and Science Magnet School
  Schools.ccsd.net/hoggard
• Sandy Miller International Baccalaureate School Primary Years Program
  Schools/ccsd.net/sandymiller
• Walter Bracken Magnet School for Math and Science Through Technology
  Schools/ccsd.net/bracken

• Academy of Mathematics, Science and Technology at Bridger Middle School
  Schools/ccsd.net/bridger
• Academy of Science and Mathematics at Hyde Park
  Schools.ccsd.net/hydepark
• Cashman Middle School Academy of Mathematics, Science and Engineering
  Schools.ccsd.net/cashman
• K.O. Knudson Middle School Academy of Creative Arts, Language and Technology
  Schools.ccsd.net/knudson
• Robert O. Gibson Middle School Dual Language Immersion and Leadership Academy
  Schools.ccsd.net/rgibson
• Roy W. Martin Middle School International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program
  Schools.ccsd.net/roymartin

• Advanced Technologies Academy
  Atech.org
• Canyon Springs High School and the Leadership and Law Preparatory Academy
  Schools.ccsd.net/canyonsprings
• Clark High School
  Schools.ccsd.net/clark
• Desert Pines High School
  Schools.ccsd.net/desertpines
• East Career and Technical Academy
  Schools.ccsd.net/ecta
• Las Vegas Academy of International Studies, Performing and Visual Arts
  Schools.ccsd.net/LVAISPVA
• Northwest Career and Technical Academy
  Schools.ccsd.net/nwcta
• Rancho High School
  School.ccsd.net/rancho
• Southeast Career and Technical Academy
  Webuildfutures.net
• Valley High School
  Valleyvikings.net
• Veteran's Tribute Career and Technical Academy
  Schools.ccsd.net/vtcta
• West Career & Technical Academy
  https://sites.google.com/a/westcta.ccsd.net/westcta/

The CCSD is organized into five geographic regions and three divisions: Northwest, Northeast, East, Southeast and Southwest, as well as Superintendent's Schools, Student Support Services and Education Services. Under the leadership of a region superintendent, each region or division is responsible for developing programs and services tailored to the needs of the students and their community.

Nevada law requires school attendance for all children who are between the ages of 7 and 18. A child must be 5 years old on or before Sept. 30 to attend kindergarten, which is part of the regular school program. A child must be 6 years old on or before Sept. 30 to enter first grade. State law also requires that a child must attend a state-approved kindergarten program or take a developmental assessment test to enter first grade. There are no exceptions to the age requirement except for students who became residents of Nevada after they completed kindergarten or first grade in another state.

Nevada's system for assessing students is the Nevada Proficiency Examination. The exam consists of several different tests taken by students enrolled in public schools in specific grades and specific programs. To graduate from the Clark County School District, students must complete their required course work and pass the Nevada High School Proficiency Exams in reading, writing, science and math. Students who enter ninth grade must earn 22-1/2 credits in the following subjects:

• English - 4 credits
• Math - 3 credits *
• Science - 2 credits
• U.S. History - 1 credit
• U.S. Government - 1 credit
• Physical Education - 2 credits **
• World History, Arts/Humanities - 1 credit ***
• Health - 1/2 credit
• Computers - 1/2 credit
• Electives - 7-1/2 credits

* Math course units must include at least Algebra 1 or 1H, or Applied Algebra 1A and 1B, or above.
** A maximum of one PE II waiver can be earned by participation in certain activities.
*** World History satisfies the state Art/Humanities requirement

Regularly published school accountability reports contain detailed information about each school in Nevada. These reports are prepared annually in compliance with the federal No Child Left Behind Act, which requires all Nevada school districts to inform citizens about the performance of local schools. Schools use these reports to develop academic plans to improve student achievement. Accountability reports are distributed to all parents of students attending schools in the district. A copy of the school's accountability report may be requested at the school site.

The CCSD offers a wide variety of specialized programs to meet the needs of all students.

21st Century Course of Study

The 21st Century Course of Study is designed to:

• Open doors for students entering the workforce
• Increase post-secondary educational opportunities
• Meet the Nevada System of Higher Education core requirements for admission
• Prepare students for the new Nevada Millennium Scholarship core requirements

The 21st Century Course of Study is in alignment with the new requirements of the Nevada Millennium Scholarship, which requires four years of mathematics, including algebra II, and three years of science, two of which must be a lab science.

CAP Program

The CAP program aims to help every Nevada child graduate from high school in a cap and gown. CAP coincides with many of the CCSD's current objectives, which include increasing the number and quality of graduates while decreasing the number of dropouts and reducing the number of students taking remedial college courses following high school. The motto, "Keep Your Eye on the CAP," stands for:

Climate, Academics and Participation

Climate relates to improving the culture in the CCSD and creating a welcoming atmosphere in which parents, students and teachers can work together to build a better learning environment.

Academics related to the CCSD plan to balance the changing needs of students as they progress through the school system, preparing them for what awaits in high school and beyond. This includes implementing curriculum that increases the rigors of learning and further expands students' post-graduate options.

Special Education

Direct and support services are provided for students from ages 3-21 with disabilities. School teams collaborate with families to offer quality learning experiences and prepare students with disabilities for life after school. Neighborhood schools are the focus for providing services, and a full range of options are available to meet students' needs.

Accelerated and Honors Programs

A "Gifted and Talented" education program is offered in grades 3-5. Every high school offers an honors program that provides a rigorous and challenging curriculum. Students may also select from advanced placement courses or choose to earn an honors or an advanced diploma.

Other Programs/Outside Resources

The CCSD offers transitional bilingual and English as a second language (ESL) programs as well as numerous alternative education options for high school students. The district also uses outside resources to meet student needs through programs such as Safe and Drug Free Schools, School-to-Careers and Math and Science Enhancement. Parents are encouraged to be involved in their child's education at all grade levels. Parents may assist in classrooms or participate in parent organizations, booster clubs or regional committees.

• Co-educational or single sex
• Culturally diverse student body
• Strong arts program (music, art, drama)
• Class size
• Available before- and after-school care
• Level of parental participation expected
• Student dress code (uniform requirements)
• Role of religion as part of the curriculum
• Competitive athletic programs
• Scholastic requirements
• Approach to discipline
• Tuition structure
• Teaching techniques
• Non-graded or graded programs
• Foreign language
• Proximity to neighborhood or workplace
• Transportation options
• Availability of special education needs

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) offers 220 degree programs to nearly 28,000 students. Disciplines include allied health sciences, business, education, hotel administration, nursing, fine and liberal arts and urban affairs. The school also boasts graduate and honors programs. UNLV has added more than 100 academic programs to its roster during the past 10 years. Three specialty programs at UNLV's William S. Boyd School of Law recently garnered national acclaim from U.S. News & World Report - The Lawyering Process Program, Saltman Center for Conflict Resolution and the T&M Legal Clinic all received honors.

Additionally, UNLV is home to Brookings Mountain West, a partnership between UNLV and the Brookings Institution, the world's leading think tank, based in Washington, D.C.

Committed to developing a synergy between itself and the community it serves, UNLV provides traditional and professional academic programs for a diverse student body and encourages innovative and interdisciplinary approaches to teaching, learning and scholarship. The UNLV College of Business offers both full-time and part-time MBA programs: an MBA, a dual MBA/Master of Science in Hotel Administration; a dual MBA/JD in the William S. Boyd School of Law; a dual MBA/DMD in the School of Dental Medicine and an Executive MBA (EMBA). The EMBA offers a general management degree.

Applicants to this program must have at least seven years of professional experience, at least three of which have been spent in a "decision-making" role.

All UNLV programs stress excellent academic rigor and provide breadth and depth that are demanded from visionary business leaders. The College of Business is accredited by AACSB International. UNLV also provides the following:

• The Distance Education Department, which allows students to take classes online
• The Division of Educational Outreach, which offers the local community leisure and recreational activities, general interest classes and continuing education courses
• The Performing Arts Center, which presents plays and other productions, including shows with internationally-recognized performers
• The Marjorie Barrick Museum of Natural History, which exhibits artifacts related to Southern Nevada

In addition, UNLV presents numerous lectures, forums and workshops featuring nationally and internationally-known leaders in areas ranging from conservation to politics. Many programs are open and free to the public.

The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) is Nevada's largest institution of higher education and the fourth-largest college of its kind in the nation. The college offers more than 3,000 courses each semester at three main campuses and multiple learning centers.

CSN offers day, evening, weekend and online classes. Popular specialized programs include automotive technology, nursing, fire science technology, business management, computing and engineering technology, dental hygiene, law enforcement, hospitality, teacher education and environmental science. Students can pursue two- and four-year degrees, one-year certificates of completion or take individual courses for personal or career growth.

In addition to traditional educational offerings, CSN's Division of Workforce and Economic Development provides business training programs in partnership with the state of Nevada's economic development effort. Customized training is tailored to meet the needs of businesses to help them maintain a competitive workforce.

University of Southern Nevada (USN) is an independent, private university that offers a Doctor of Pharmacy program and an MBA program designed to prepare students for successful managerial, supervisory and administrative roles. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program is available as well. Graduates of the College of Nursing are eligible to sit for the licensing exam and assume entry-level RN positions.

USN has restructured courses into blocks, not semesters or quarters, so students can concentrate on just one subject for an entire block. Foregoing traditional letter grades, professors assess student's competency at the end of each block via examination. This block system allows students to complete a Pharm.D degree in three years instead of four, a BSN in 18 months instead of two years and an MBA degree in one year.

This outreach college delivers non-degree educational programs in areas such as agriculture, children, youth and families, community development, health and nutrition, horticulture and natural resources. The college has federal and county partners and collaborates with other groups, agencies, business and individuals.
Other Area Colleges and Professional Training Organizations

DeVry University offers practitioner-focused undergraduate and graduate programs including business, technology and management. Undergraduate programs in business feature 12 concentrations including accounting, finance, hospitality management, human resources management, project management and sales and marketing. A graduate program in public administration is also offered, as are various certificate programs.

Everest College offers hands-on training, personal one-on-one coaching, flexible day, evening and online classes. Areas of study include business and accounting, criminal justice, massage therapy and various trades. Everest also has a placement division to help graduates prepare for interviews and find job openings.

The Phoenix-based Grand Canyon University prepares learners to become global citizens, critical thinkers, effective communicators and responsible leaders by providing an academically challenging Christian values-based curriculum. The university offers degree and online programs in areas including business, education, nursing, arts and sciences and fine arts.

Kaplan College offers comprehensive educational programs combined with guidance services to help student achieve their goals. Classes include a combination of lectures, field trips, presentations from guest speakers, interactive role-playing exercises and practical application. Degree and diploma programs are offered in areas including medical assistance and medical billing, health information technology and nursing.

This two-year institution offers comprehensive programs in the business, administrative, medical, computer and legal fields. Founded in 1979, Las Vegas College is a member of Rhodes College System, a branch of Corinthian Colleges Inc., which consists of private post-secondary learning institutions throughout the nation. The college offers small classes. Faculty members are drawn from the professional community to ensure students receive "real-world" experience and education.

National University has 26 campuses in 11 major metropolitan areas, including Henderson. The university provides life-long, high-quality learning opportunities to a diverse population of adult learners. At the Henderson center, online courses are offered for associate, bachelor's and master's degrees. The university also offers online certificate programs.

Nevada State College (NSC) specializes in a four-year baccalaureate education. Founded in 2002, the college was established to meet the needs of students who are interested in bachelor's degrees in high-demand professions such as nursing and education, which are two principal areas of emphasis for NSC. The college also offers other disciplines in the arts and sciences.

NOVA Southeastern University (NSU), based in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., developed the Las Vegas Student Educational Center to provide a variety of degree programs. Both on-site and online classes are offered. Programs include bachelor's degrees in elementary education and special education; specialist in education; master's in education and speech language pathology; and doctoral degrees in audiology, business administration and education.

Established in 1999, the Regis University-Las Vegas Campus is an extension of Regis University in Denver. The Las Vegas Campus serves adult learners, offering bachelor's degrees in business administration, liberal studies and elementary education. Master's degrees are offered in business administration, liberal studies, education and education with teacher licensure. The university also boasts a teacher licensure program in elementary and secondary education for those who have a bachelor's degree.

Sierra Nevada College's main campus is in Incline Village, an alpine mountain community on the north shore of Lake Tahoe. A private, independent, accredited four-year liberal arts college, it offers numerous courses at satellite centers in Nevada, including a Las Vegas center. The Las Vegas campus of Sierra Nevada College offers a teacher education program.

Touro University Nevada offers degree programs through two colleges, the College of Osteopathic Medicine and the College of Health and Human Services. Touro University Nevada is a branch campus of Touro University California. The university campus is home to both a full-service patient health clinic, staffed by practicing faculty members, and a multidisciplinary Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities. In addition to serving the community through care, both facilities serve as on-site learning laboratories for students across the disciplines.

The University of Phoenix Nevada Campus offers bachelor's and master's degrees in areas including accounting, business, counseling, criminal justice, education, human services, management and technology. Faculty members are professionals who work in the fields they teach. Adult financial aid is available to those who qualify. The online university offers associate, bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs in business, education, health care and technology. Students can choose from approximately 40 degree programs and continuing teacher education courses.

ITT Tech's two Southern Nevada locations (Henderson and North Las Vegas) provide technical training in a wide range of subjects including computer network systems, computer and electronic engineering technology, business accounting technology, business administration and criminal justice.

This college is a partner with the 200-year-old Le Cordon Bleu in Paris, an internationally-known culinary arts school. Students have the option of obtaining associate's degrees in occupational science, culinary operations or hospitality and restaurant management or a bachelor's degree in culinary management.

This flight school, located at the North Las Vegas Airport, provides courses to attain Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) private, instrument, commercial, multi-engine and instructor ratings.

This licensed and accredited beauty school prepares students for careers in the field of cosmetology. Courses are offered in cosmetology, hair designing, manicuring, esthetics and instruction.

Academy of Healing Arts provides hands-on training and certification in areas including medical assisting, medical administrative assisting and massage therapy.

Art Institute of Las Vegas offers programs in applied arts including graphic and interior design, culinary arts, interactive media design, media arts and animation, game arts and design and drafting technology with AutoCAD.

Students train to obtain a real estate license and prepare for a career in real estate sales. This academy is the only Century 21 Corp.-approved school that offers pre-licensing courses in the state.

A contractor-owned and operated business, this center assists new contractors with obtaining the licensing and associated business requirements needed to become a licensed contractor in Nevada and Arizona.

Providing a host of professionally-focused educational options, IADT-Las Vegas offers training in fields related to fashion design, game production, information technology, graphic design and audio production. The school boasts a complete campus with lecture rooms, computer labs, library facilities and art studios.

Huntington Learning Center provides individualized tutoring instruction to children ages 5 to 17 in reading, writing, mathematics, study skills, vocabulary and phonics. It also offers SAT/PSAT and ACT preparation programs.

This center provides training in real estate topics including Nevada law, real estate math and general principals. Courses are a combination of correspondence and classroom study.

Nevada School of the Arts provides artistic training and tutoring for ambitious art students of all ages. Programs include music theory, ear training, early music education, visual arts and private and semi-private musical instruction.

New Horizons Academy offers non-traditional teaching programs and methods for students K-12 with learning or focusing differences. It also offers a gifted program for elementary school-aged children.

PIMA Medical Institute provides degree and certification programs in areas including nursing, respiratory therapy, dental and medical assisting and mortuary science. It offers both online and classroom-based instruction.

Protocol Etiquette School of Nevada-Las Vegas,® provides etiquette and protocol training to businesses, schools, organizations, colleges, at-risk youth, children, teens and adults.

Summerlin Dance Academy provides a wide range of dance classes to children and adults of all ages and skills levels. The organization was recently ranked the #1 dance studio in Nevada and top 25 in the U.S. by the Federation of Dance Competitions.

An after-school learning program, Kumon specializes in building skills in the areas of math, reading and study habits while increasing students' self confidence.

Southwestern Theological Seminary provides theological education for individuals engaging in Christian ministry. Sponsored by the Southern Baptist Convention, this prestigious school is often cited as one of the best seminaries in the country.

The Las Vegas-Clark County Library District operates branches valley-wide and maintains 2 million items for check out, including the latest bestsellers, magazines, DVDs, CDs, audioBooks and downloadable eMedia. Library branches offer a variety of programs and special events including author visits, film festivals, music, dance and drama. Six of the library's urban facilities have performing arts centers. Computers are available at all branches, providing word processing software and access to the Internet. The "Just for Kids" and "Teen Zone" areas of the library's website provide book lists, activity information, story time schedules and more. Teens and children who need help with schoolwork can access the special Homework Help Web page, offering databases and access to online tutors.

Located in the Adams Boulevard Community Park Complex, the Boulder City Library offers a large collection of books for adults, teens and children. The library has audio books, CDs, large print books, periodicals, videos, non-circulating reference books and Spanish books. In addition to an interlibrary loan program, the library provides access to copiers and computers and conducts story times. The "Nevada Room" maintains a collection of local history and local interest books with an emphasis on the building of Hoover Dam.

Henderson district libraries provide a large selection of books, special events and programs for people of all ages. Special programs include the Pittman Cybrary, which provides free computer training to young people in grades 3-8. Other special offerings include the homebound business resource library, Spanish Club, historic Henderson photos, Henderson Library Book Club, Mystery Reader's Club and the Online Book Club. Also available are the Foreign Encounters Film Series, bestseller lists, computer literacy classes, e-mail reference service and English as a second language (ESL) classes.