September 9, 2024
All the info you need prior to the first day of school!
Next Week at LVA
Monday, September 9, 2024 - ODD Day
- No Lunch and Learn - Conservatory classroom, practice rooms, and theaters are closed during lunch
- PSAT/NMSQT Payment deadline for Juniors! $18 in the school bank, cash or check
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 - EVEN Day Schedule
- College Visit, CSN, 8:45 am [Students Check Naviance/Counseling Office]
- 10:00 to 10:30 am - ENGLISH Lunch & Learn
- 2:15 to 3:45 - MATH Tutoring with Ms. Prezgay, F12
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 - ODD Day Schedule
- 10:00 to 10:30 am - SOCIAL STUDIES Lunch & Learn
- College Visit, UNLV, 10:00 am [Students Check Naviance/Counseling Office]
- 2:15 to 3:45 pm - SCIENCE Tutoring with Ms. Wolcott, PO-4
- 6:00 to 7:30 pm - World Jazz Studies Concert, Lowden Theater, "Aquarium Jazz" with guest artist Alexander Claffy
Thursday, September 12, 2024 - EVEN Day Schedule
- College Visit, Texas Christian University, 10:00 am [Students Check Naviance/Counseling Office]
- College Visit, Texas Christian University, 10:00 am [Students Check Naviance/Counseling Office]
- 10:00 to 10:30 am - MATH Lunch & Learn
- 10:30 am - Chess Club Meeting M6
- 2:15 to 3:45 - ENGLISH Tutoring with Ms. Moosebrugger, M-23
Friday, September 13, 2024 - ODD Day Schedule
- College Visit, Grand Canyon University-Traditional Campus, 7:45 am [Students Check Naviance/Counseling Office]
- 10:00 to 10:30 am - SCIENCE Lunch & Learn
- 10:30 am - SOL Meeting in M15
LVA Clubs & Organizations
Clubs are forming and holding their first meetings. Students should listen to the morning announcements or see the posted announcements on Canvas for club meetings, dates, and times. Below are a few of the clubs' meetings.
Robotics Club Tuesdays at 10:30, M-72
Wednesdays, Gym, 2:00 to 3:45 pm
Mu Alpha Theta, Tuesdays, 10:30 , F12
K-pop Club - Tuesdays, A19, 10:30 am
SOL, Fridays, M15, 10:30
Intramural Basketball, Tues & Thurs. Gym, 10:00 am
Important School-Wide Information
VOTE TODAY! Vote for LVA - Best in Las Vegas Review Journal
Vote Every Day Until September 12! The Annual Review Journal Best in Las Vegas survey is now accepting votes and LVA is nominated for best high school. Let everyone know that LVA is the best by voting at https://www.votebolv.com/. You can vote every day through September 12!
After-School Tutoring Begins
Students needing additional assistance in math, science or English may attend after-school tutoring. Students are eligible to take the late bus home if attending tutoring. See the Student Success Office in Main for information on taking a late bus.
CCSD Free Breakfast & Lunch for Students - CCSD Desayuno y Almuerzo Gratuitos Para Estudiantes
All enrolled students at CEP schools are eligible to receive a healthy breakfast and lunch every day at no charge during the 2024–2025 school year. No further action is required on your part. Your child(ren) will be able to participate in these meal programs without needing to pay a fee or submit a meal application. Please note that while breakfast and lunch will be free of charge, any à la carte items will require payment.
For a complete list of schools participating in the CEP program, please visit http://www.ccsd.net/departments/food-service/provision-schools. Please see the attached for more information.
Todos los estudiantes inscritos en las escuelas CEP son elegibles para recibir un desayuno y almuerzo saludable todos los dÃas sin cargo durante el año escolar 2024–2025. No se requiere ninguna acción adicional de su parte. Su(s) hijo(s) podrán participar en estos programas de alimentos sin necesidad de pagar una tarifa o presentar una solicitud de alimentos. Tenga en cuenta que, si bien el desayuno y el almuerzo serán gratuitos, cualquier artÃculo a la carta requerirá pago.
Para obtener una lista completa de las escuelas que participan en el programa CEP, visite http://www.ccsd.net/departments/food-service/provision-schools. Consulte el archivo adjunto para obtener más información.
Student Safety - Health and School Safety Tools
All Clark County School District (CCSD) schools are equipped with life-saving tools for specific emergencies. These tools are provided to schools to help students and staff feel safe. These include:
Automated External Defibrillators (AED)
Epinephrine (Epi-Pens)
Naloxone nasal spray (NARCAN)
Stop the Bleed Kits
After determining the need to use any of these tools, emergency medical personnel are contacted for continued care of the impacted person while staff are addressing the emergency.
Watch the one short video on Health and School Safety Tools.
Opportunities!
Reminder! Magnet Schools of American wants to hear from LVA Students!
Magnet Schools of America wants to hear from you! Share your perspective on attending one of the top performing arts magnet schools. Let magnet school teachers, administrators, and students from across the country hear what your school life is at LVA. Check with your teachers or visit the Development Office, M26, [across from the counseling office] for more information or assistance.
From The LVA Development Office
Reminder! Volunteers Need Throughout the Year!
Parent/guardian volunteers are needed throughout the year to assist with chaperoning, events, setting up special activities, and more. Please add your name to volunteer and support LVA students. Contact about events throughout the year allows volunteers to choose the times and events to fit their schedule. Use the QR code to sign up! Contact the LVA Development Office with any questions at 702-799-7800, Ext 4123.
Accolades
First Friday Celebration During lunch.
Even in the hot weather, students made the best of the First Friday in September with Otterpops, games, dance music, and a fantastic performance by Mariachi!
Class of 2025 Essential Information
Reminder! College Visits Started in September
College and Career Center Updates
Seniors, keep up with essential college information and application tips with the College and Career Center Update. The update includes need-to-know deadlines and info on admission testing, college fairs, work opportunities, scholarships, and HCBU links. Visit https://secure.smore.com/n/0aj25
Extended Deadline! Deadline for Senior Portrait Appointments is October 31!
LVA Essential and Important Everyday Links
Watch next week for the LVA Weekly Update on Friday!
The Weekly Update is changing to a Friday release to improve timely communication for events, performances, and activities for the following week.
- Student Absence Form
- SAFE VOICE NEVADA
Off-Site Emergency Accounting of Students [Use ONLY if LVA is in lockdown and you [the student] have self-evacuated.
IMPORTANT LINKS
- Student Morning Announcements
- College & Career Center Update
- RAVE Review - Recognize an outstanding CCSD Employee
- School Meals - Breakfast and Lunch
- https://www.lasvegasacademy.net/blog - Includes accolades, events, need-to-know information and the Weekly Update that is released each Sunday.
- Yearbooks - Buy now at the lowest price of the year - yearbookforever.com
- Friends of Las Vegas Academy [Non-Profit Support Organization]
- 2025 Imagine Experience the Arts Gala, February 7, 2025
- 8.26.24 LVA Weekly Update
- 8.19.24 LVA Weekly Update
- 8.12.24 LVA Weekly Update
Contact LVA!
Have news to share with the LVA Community, student awards, or community events? Contact the LVA Development Office at 702-799-7800, ext. 4123, or email LVA Communications Coordinator Susan Thornton, at thorns@nv.ccsd.net.
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Have a general question or a concern? Contact LVA at 702-799-7800 or through Contact Us on our website at https://www.lasvegasacademy.net/contact-us.
Upcoming Performances & Special Events
- Tuesday, September 17 - College Visit, Lehigh University, 11:15 am
- Tuesday, September 17 - Arts College Fair, Gym, 6:00 pm
- Wednesday, September 18, College Visit, Boston University, 7:45 am [Students Check Naviance/Counseling Office]
- Wednesday, September 18, College Visit, Emerson College, 8:45 am [Students Check Naviance/Counseling Office]
- Wednesday, September 18, College Visit, Columbia University, 11:45 am [Students Check Naviance/Counseling Office]
- Wednesday, September 18, College Visit, University of Southern California, 11:45 am [Students Check Naviance/Counseling Office]
- Thursday, September 19 - Piano Concert, 6:00 pm
- Friday, September 20 - Fall Club Fair, Quad and Cafeteria, 2:00 to 4:00 pm
- Tuesday, September 24 - Orchestra Concert, Lowden Theater, 6:00
- Thursday, September 26 - Band Concert, Lowden Theater 6:00 pm
- Friday & Saturday, September 27-28 - Fall Dance Show, Performing Arts Center, 7:00 pm
- Tuesday, October 1 - Mariachi Fall Concert, Lowden Theater, 6:00 pm
- Thursday, October 3 - Guitar Fall Concert, Lowden Theater, 6:00 pm
- Thursday October 3 - Theater 4 Play, Black Box Theater, 6:00 pm
- Friday & Saturday, October 4 & 5 - Theater 4 Play, Black Box theater, 7:00 pm
- Saturday, October 5 - Theater 4 Play, [Matinee] Black Box theater, 2:00 pm
- Thursday October 10 - Theater 4 Play, Black Box Theater, 6:00 pm
- Friday, October 11 - End of Quarter 1
- Friday & Saturday, October 11 & 12 - Theater 4 Play, Black Box theater, 7:00 pm
- Saturday, October 12 - Theater 4 Play, [Matinee] Black Box theater, 2:00 pm
- Monday through Friday, October 14 - 18 - Homecoming Spirit Week
- Friday, October 18 - Theater Conservatory, Trunk or Treat, Lowden Parking Lot, 6:00 to 8:00 pm
- Saturday, October 19 - Homecoming, LVA Gym, Quad & Cafeteria, 6:00 to 9:00 pm