1.27.25 Weekly Update

• No School for students due to Staff Development

• All Day - NHS Blood Drive in PAC Lobby, students age 17 and older must have parent consent form. See Ms. Miller with questions in Counseling Office. Parents & Guardians are invited to participate
• Before School, During Lunch & After School - Sadies' Dance Tickets are on sale in the School Bank, $15 January 28 to February 7
• All Day - 2025-2026 Course selection presentation during specified classes, grade 9, 10 & 11
• 10:00 am - Bonnici Broadcast Scholarship Information Session, [Students Check Naviance/Counseling Office]
• 10:00 to 10:30 am - Lunch & Learn is in English
• 10:30 am - NHS Meeting, M-15
• ACT Science boot camp for Juniors, every Tuesday from 2-3:45 in Post 4. Students who are interested can complete this google form to sign up: https://forms.gle/Gw1GWdaxYd4PCG8i6 See Ms. Wolcott in Post 4 for more information
• 3:00 pm - Deadline for Class of 2025 Disney Grad Trip Deposit of $150 in School Bank

• Before School, During Lunch & After School - Sadies' Dance Tickets are on Sale in the School Bank, $15 January 28 to February 7
• All Day - 2025-2026 Course selection presentation during specified classes, grade 9, 10 & 11
• 10:00 to 10:30 am - Lunch & Learn is in Social Studies
• 10:30 to 11:00 am - Fitness Club, Post 1
• 12:35 to 2:00 - Tyler Merritt Student Assembly, Black Box Theater - Students from Selected Classes
• 2:15 to 4:00 pm - LVA ACT Math Prep, Cafeteria [Every Wednesday until ACT]
• 2:00 to 4:00 pm - Basketball Club, Gym
• Doors open at 5:00 pm - - 6:00 to 8:00 pm - LVA Alum Tyler Merritt Book Talk & Book Signing, Lowden Theater, Admission FREE and open to the public. [Books will be available for purchase on site from The Writer's Block.]

• Before School, During Lunch & After School - Sadies' Dance Tickets are on sale in the School Bank, $15 January 28 to February 7
• All Day - 2025-2026 Course selection presentation during specified classes, grade 9, 10 & 11
• 10:00 to 10:30 am - Lunch & Learn is in Math

• Before School, During Lunch & After School - Sadies' Dance Tickets are on sale in the School Bank, $15 January 28-February 7
• All Day - 2025-2026 Course selection presentation during specified classes, grade 9, 10 & 11
• 10:00 to 10:30 am - Lunch & Learn is in Science
• Every Friday starting January 31, the English department will be holding an ENGLISH ACT boot camp for Juniors in K-12 with Ms. Bergquist. Visit K 12 for more information.
• Last day to purchase Experience the Arts Imagine Gala Dinner Tickets

Welcome back to a new semester! 🎉 Most of the clubs are kicking off with meetings from 10:30 to 11:00 on specific days, so be sure to check the updated Second Semester Club List for all the details like dates, times, locations, and advisors. If you have any questions about a particular club or organization, don't hesitate to reach out to the advisor. Have fun and get involved! 😊

Attention all current LVA students! Auditions for the Ballroom Company are coming up, and we want YOU to be part of the team!

🎉 What’s Happening?

• Audition Prep: Join us on Tuesday, February 4 during the 2nd half of lunch in the upper gym to learn an audition combination.
• Auditions: Show us your moves during auditions on Wednesday, February 5 during lunch, also in the upper gym.

Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just love to groove, we’d love to see you there! 💃🕺

Don’t miss out – we can’t wait to see you at auditions!

See Ms. Dickerson in the Upper gym before school or during lunch with questions.

Mark your calendars for this special free event from LVA Alum / actor Tyler Merritt.

LVA Alum Tyler Merritt will be giving a talk on his new book, This Changes Everything, on January 29 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm in the Lowden Theater. Doors open at 5:00 pm to purchase a copy of this book and get the best seat.

The Writer’s Block will have books available for sale and signing before the talk at the event, so don’t miss the chance to meet Tyler and get your copy signed!

This event is free and open to the public, and we’d love to see you there!

“Tyler Merritt is a national treasure, and This Changes Everything is a thoughtful, beautiful and heartwarming tribute to this wonderful thing called life -- as only Tyler can tell it.”―Joy Reid

Tickets are selling fast for the Imagine Gala, and we want you to be there! Don’t miss out on

this inspiring evening of student performances, live art, and more—all in support of LVA’s future

artists. Reserve your spot today and join us in celebrating the incredible talent that thrives at

LVA! https://bit.ly/ImagineGala

LVA has hosted this boot camp for 10 years in the lead-up to the March 25 ACT, offering juniors and all interested students the opportunity to boost their scores with expert guidance. As an LVA student, you’re eligible for a discounted price on the bootcamp.

The LVA discount is valid for any location in Las Vegas. Don’t miss out – visit Tutors Across America ACT Bootcamp to find locations and sign up today!

Just a quick reminder that the first Senior Update #1 is now available online. It was sent out last week to all seniors and their parents/guardians, and it's packed with important information to help you navigate the semester ahead. You can access it here.

Starting this week, the link to the Senior Update will be included in the weekly updates, so you won't miss any of the essential details. This is your one-stop spot to stay on top of deadlines and everything graduation-related!

There will also be a special commencement newsletter coming in March with even more information to get everyone ready for graduation on May 28.

We’re excited for a fantastic second semester, and we want to make sure you and your families have everything you need. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to the Activities Office at 702-799-7800, ext. 4204.

Let’s make it a great semester, Class of 2025! 🎓🎉

The Class of 2025 has the opportunity to attend a special Disney Grad Day Trip on May 29, 2025.

The trip deposit of $150 is due January 28 in the LVA Bank. Please see the Parent Letter for more information and payment deadlines. 2025 Class of 2025 Disney Grad Trip Informational Letter or the Class of 2025 page at lasvegasacademy.net. Questions? Contact the Activities Office, 702-799-7800, ext. 4204

Here’s the link to the latest College and Career Newsletter! 📚🎓 It’s full of helpful info and resources to help you with your college and career planning. Be sure to check it out: College and Career Newsletter.

If you have any questions or need guidance, don't hesitate to reach out! See Ms. Miller in the Counseling office or email her at millesd@nv.ccsd.net.

Happy planning! 😊

The Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority is opening its 2025 PBV and Public Housing Waitlist. On-line entries (ONLY) will be accepted beginning on Wednesday January 15, 2025 at 8 a.m. through Friday January 31, 2025 at 5 p.m. All applications submitted successfully will be placed on the waiting list.

The waiting list will remain open indefinitely for families who meet the local preference of Involuntary Displacement. See the attached document for more details.

The link to the opportunity above is https://100blackmenlasvegas.org/, or click on the graphic.

Check out this flyer for classes and other resources available to parents/guardians.

• 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 Foundation, [Non-Profit Support Organization]
  
• 2025 Imagine Experience the Arts Gala, February 7, 2025

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.

Follow us on Social Media! X [Twitter]: https://twitter.com/lvahappenings, Facebook https://www.facebook.com/OfficialLVA/ Instagram: lasvegasacademy

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.

• Thursday, February 6, 2025 - Band Chamber Concert, Black Box Theater, 6:00 to 7:30 pm
• Saturday, February 15, 2025 - Sadies Dance, LVA Gym & Quad, 6:00 to 9:00 pm
• Wednesday, February 19, 2025 - Band Concert, Performing Arts Center, 6:00 to 7:30 pm
• Thursday, February 20, 2025 - Clue, Spring Play, Lowden Theater, 6:00 to 8:30 pm
• Friday & Saturday, February 21 - 22, 2025 - Clue, Spring Play, Lowden Theater, 7:00 to 9:30 pm
• Saturday, February 22, 2025 - Clue, Spring Play, Lowden Theater, 2:00 to 4:30 pm
• Tuesday, February 25 - ACT Administered to all Juniors, CCSD Common Testing Day District-Wide
• Thursday, February 27, 2025 - Clue, Spring Play, Lowden Theater, 6:00 to 8:30 pm
• Friday & Saturday, February 28 - March 1, 2025 - Clue, Spring Play, Lowden Theater, 7:00 to 9:30 pm
• Wednesday & Thursday, February 19 & 20, 2025 - Piano Solo Concert, Black Box Theater, 6:00 to 7:30 pm
• Friday, February 7 - Friends of LVA Foundation Gala, 5:30 to 9:30 pm

• Friday & Saturday, March 7 & 8, 2025 - Dance Senior Choreography Show, Performing Arts Center, 7:00 to 8:30 pm
• Thursday, March 13, 2025 - Vocal Concert, Performing Arts Center, 6:00 to 8:00 pm
• Wednesday, March 26, 2025 - Orchestra Concert, Lowden Theater 6:00 to 7:30 pm
• Thursday, March 27, 2025 - Jazz Combo Concert, Lowden, 6:00 to 7:30 pm
• Wednesday, April 2, 2025 - Mariachi Concert, Lowden Theater, 6:00 to 8:00 pm
• Friday, April 4, 2025 - Guitar Concert, Lowden Theater, 7:00 to 8:30 pm
• Monday, April 7 - ASVAB, 8:30 am Visit the Counseling Office for more information
• Thursday, April 10, 2025 - Senior Galleries and Exhibits, Visual and Media Arts, Brian Lewis Gallery and Lowden Theater Gallery, 2:30 to 4:00 pm
• Thursday, April 10, 2025 - Musical Theater 4 Show, Black Box Theater, 6:00 to 8:00 pm
• Friday, April 11, 2025 - Musical Theater 4 Show, Black Box Theater, 7:00 to 9:00 pm
• Saturday, April 12, 2025 - Musical Theater 4 Show, Black Box Theater, 2:00 to 4:00, & 7:00 to 9:00 pm
• Monday to Friday, April 21 to 25, 2025 - Senior Week
• Thursday, April 22, 2025 - Orchestra Chamber Concert, Black Box Theater 6:00 to 7:30 pm
• Wednesday, April 23, 2025 - Guitar Chamber Concert, Black Box Theater 6:00 to 7:30 pm
• Friday, April 25, 2025 - Senior Picnic - Seniors must be eligible to attend.
• Saturday, April 26, 2025 - Prom, 6:00 to 9:00 pm
• Tuesday, April 29, 2025 - Percussion/Guitar Concert, Black Box Theatre, 6:00 to 7:30 pm
• Wednesday, April 30, 2025 - Senior Awards Night, Lowden Theater, Seniors will receive an invitation to attend.
• Thursday, May 1, 2025 - Senior Galleries and Exhibits, Visual and Media Arts, Brian Lewis Gallery and Lowden Theater Gallery, 2:30 to 4:00 pm
• Thursday, May 1, 2025 - Band Chamber Concert, Black Box Theater, 6:00 to 7:30 pm
• Friday, May 2, 2025 - Final Guitar Concert 2024-2025 School Year, Lowden Theater, 7:00 to 8:30 pm
• Wednesday, May 7, 2025 - Final Jazz Concert 2024-2025 School Year, Lowden Theater, 6:00 to 7:30 pm
• Friday, May 9, 2025 - Final Band Concert 2024-2025 School Year, Lowden, 6:00 to 7:30 pm
• Friday & Saturday, May 9 & 10, 2025 - Final Dance Concert 2024-2025 School Year, Performing Arts Center, 7:00 to 8:30 pm
• Tuesday, May 13, 2025 - Final Piano Concert 2024-2025 School Year, Lowden Theater, 6:00 to 7:00 pm
• Wednesday, May 14, 2025 - Final Mariachi Concert 2024-2025 School Year, Lowden Theater, 6:00 to 8:00 pm
• Thursday, May 15, 2025 - Musical Theatre 3 Show, Black Box Theater, 2:30 to 4:00 pm and 6:00 to 7:30 pm
• Friday, May 16, 2025 - Final Orchestra Concert 2024-2025 School Year, Lowden Theater, 6:00 to 7:30 pm
• Friday, May 16, 2025 - Final Vocal Concert 2024-2025 School Year, Performing Arts Center, 7:00 to 9:00 pm
• May 28, 2025 - Commencement Ceremony, Orleans Arena, 6:00 to 7:30 pm, Tickets required, admission free
• May 29, 2025 - Class of 2025 Disney Grad Trip - See Senior Update for more information.

Purchase tickets at https://www.lasvegasacademy.net/box-office