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Can you believe we’ve already reached the midway point of our first semester? Time flies!

If you haven’t yet heard from your child’s teacher about conferences, please reach out to them for details. These conferences are a vital opportunity for you to discuss any questions or concerns about your child’s progress. Your partnership with our teachers is crucial as we work together to support your child throughout the school year.

We’re also thrilled to remind you about our tutoring program for students in 4th-12th grade. Churchill County School District continues to partner with Paper to provide free, 24/7 access to 1-on-1 tutoring and writing support. Here are some highlights of what Paper offers:

• 1:1 live-chat tutoring sessions with subject-matter experts in over 200 subjects and four different languages
• Expert review on any written work (essays, creative writing, poetry, lab reports, etc.)
• Reading fluency and comprehension practice
• And so much more!
  
  

Your student can access this incredible resource today! They can visit app.paper.co, search for their school, and log in to start a tutoring session. Additionally, the Paper mobile app is available for download on Android or iPhone/iPad for convenient access anytime, anywhere. Students can also access it through their Clever account. Not sure where to start? Learn more about Paper and sign up for a free live webinar here!

Thank you for your continued support! We love serving your children and witnessing their growth both personally and academically. We can’t wait to see all the progress they make this school year.

Warm regards,

Derild Parsons
Superintendent

Friday, October 25th - No School in Observance of Nevada Day
Friday, November 8th - No School for Students & Staff
Monday, November 11th - No School in Observance of Veterans Day
Friday, November 22nd - No School for Students & Staff
Monday, November 25th - Friday, November 29th - THANKSGIVING BREAK 🦃

October marks National Substance Abuse Prevention Month, a time to focus on prevention efforts and recognize the support available in our community. It’s also a moment to honor the over 20 million Americans battling addiction, remember those lost to it, and celebrate the resilience of those in recovery, along with the friends and family who stand by them.

Preventing substance use begins with open conversations with our students about the effects of substance abuse on their health. Research shows that early use of substances like alcohol, tobacco, or drugs significantly increases the risk of addiction. Every year that substance use is delayed during adolescent brain development reduces the risk of addiction.

Here are resources to help raise awareness about substance use and where to find help in our community:

• SAMHSA’s "Talk. They Hear You" Campaign: Empowering adults to steer children away from the risks of alcohol and drugs.
• Partnership to End Addiction: A resource hub offering evidence-based insights for addressing substance use.
• Natural High Foundation: Nationally recognized motivational storytelling videos of celebrities explaining why they live a drug-free life. Follow-up discussion guides and activities included.
• Harvard Medical Blog's Tips for Talking with Your Teens: Guidance for parents and educators on discussing drug use with youth.
• National Institute on Drug Abuse's Resources: Providing critical information for parents and educators on substance use and effective communication.
  
  

If you or a loved one is struggling, Care Solace is here to help. This complimentary service is available to the Churchill County School District community. We encourage you to visit their Substance Abuse and Bullying Prevention resource page, where you’ll find videos and activities to share and use at home.

At Churchill County School District, we’re dedicated to preventing substance use by fostering open conversations with our students and community. Early intervention is key to reducing the risk of addiction. If you or someone you know needs support, Care Solace offers free, confidential help. Call 888-515-0595 or visit www.caresolace.com/churchillcsd. Let’s work together to build a healthier future for our kids.

With the beginning of a new school year, and the close contact we have with one another, brings respiratory illnesses; Influenza (Flu), Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), and COVID-19.

Symptoms of all three are very similar, which makes it hard to distinguish between these illnesses. Therefore, if you think your child may have one of these respiratory illnesses, please get them tested by a healthcare provider so we can prevent the spread in our schools and community.

Students suspected of having a communicable disease may be temporarily excluded from school until an appropriate medical authority determines that the student is not a health or safety threat to other students or staff members. Written documentation may be required from a medical care provider if determined by the school nurse.

Students will be excluded for any of the following conditions:

1. Fever 100.4 degrees F or higher

2. Signs or symptoms of possible severe respiratory illnesses (Flu, COVID, RSV)

3. Diarrhea, defined as having more than 6 loose stools in a 24-hour period, or 3 in a 7 1/2 hour school day.

4. Vomiting

5. Mouth or nose sores (e.g., Hand, Foot & Mouth Disease)

6. Rash

7. Suspicious skin lesions (e.g., Hand, Foot & Mouth Disease)

8. Conjunctivitis (pink eye)

9. Unusual color of skin, eyes, stool, or urine
   
   

Exclusion may also occur for the mildly ill child if the child is unable to participate in normal activities or if the child needs more care than can be provided by school health staff.

We are all excited to be back at school! As we encourage children to learn and share, they also share things we don't want them to: Head Lice! We start seeing a lot of lice outbreaks at our schools this time of year. Please click the link below to learn how to identify lice and for information on what you can do if lice hits your home.

As we approach the "giving" season, we want to encourage our families to review the health information provided above from our Chief School Nurse. Additionally, we'd like to emphasize our attendance policies and procedures.

ATTENDANCE GUIDELINES

EXCUSED does not equal EXEMPT! (State Law NRS 392.130)

Please note that any absence not excused by a medical/mental health professional or a school administrator will be counted against the student's attendance as per Nevada state attendance law.

Any absence that goes unreported by the parent will default to a truancy after three days.

Excused = NOT EXEMPT (counted against student's attendance).

Exempt = Medical Professional note provided or School Admin Excused (not counted against student attendance).

Notification: Schools may notify families of any concerning patterns associated with excessive absences; including but not limited to notes home, School Attendance Review Board (SARB) warnings, pre-SARB notices, and SARB attendance contracts.

Our October Students In Transition newsletter is out, and it’s packed with quick tips and resources to help our students as the colder months roll in!

What’s Inside:

• Key signs to watch for
• Local resources for students in need
• A simple challenge to make a difference
• And more!

Dive in, learn something new, and see how you can help! Thanks for all you do!

The Migrant Education Program (MEP) offers technical assistance and financial support to enhance educational opportunities and academic success for migrant children, youth, agricultural workers, fishers, and their families. Its primary goal is to ensure that migrant children receive the same free public education as other children. MEP funds, which are federal, support high-quality education programs for migratory children aged 3 to 21. These funds help prevent penalties due to disparities in curriculum, graduation requirements, or academic standards as children move between states or within a state. Additionally, MEP ensures that migratory children have full and fair opportunities to meet the same challenging state academic standards expected of all students.

Are you worried about getting behind in school or need help with certain assignments/subjects? Do not let yourself get behind! Get tutoring and extra help NOW!

ChurchillCSD is thrilled to continue our partnership with Paper to provide free, 24/7 access to 1-on-1 tutoring and writing support for 4th-12th grade students. There’s a lot to be excited about with Paper’s Educational Support System, including 1:1 live-chat tutoring sessions with subject-matter experts in over 200 subjects and four different languages,

• Engaging educational videos and math games to expand student learning in and out of the classroom,

• Expert review on any written work (essays, creative writing, poetry, lab reports, etc.),

• Reading fluency and comprehension practice, and so much more!

• Students can access this incredible resource today through their CLEVER account! They can also go to app.paper.co, search for their school, and login to start a tutoring session, OR you and your student can download the Paper mobile app for additional access anytime, anywhere. Not sure where to start? Learn more about Paper and sign up for a free live webinar here! We can’t wait to see all of the student growth that occurs with Paper!

Infinite Campus is the account you use to check your child’s grades, check student schedules, pay student fees, check attendance, and get other information about your student. If you already have an account, please ensure your current contact information is correct, as this is the District's primary communication tool.

If you are having any issues logging in, please contact your child’s school front office:

Churchill County High School: 775-423-2181
Churchill County Middle School: 775-423-7701
Numa Elementary School: 775-428-1996
E.C. Best Elementary School: 775-423-3159
Lahontan Elementary School: 775-423-1999
Northside Early Learning Center: 775-423-3463

If you are unable to reach your child's school, please contact the District Office at 775-423-5184 or email parentinfo@churchillcsd.com with your questions. You can also visit our Infinite Campus Resource Page.

BREAKFAST & LUNCH FREE FOR ALL STUDENTS!

Churchill County School District’s application to participate in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) has been APPROVED for the 2024-2025 school year (July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025).

CLICK HERE for more information!

If your child(ren) has/have any food allergies or needs to be on a special diet, this form MUST be filled out and returned to the health staff at your child(ren's) school. You can download the form below.

Wednesday, October 16th - ChurchillCSD School Board Meeting | 5:30pm | 690 S. Maine Street

Thursday, October 17th- ChurchillCSD Tribal Consultation Meeting | 6:15pm | FPST Community Learning Center | 8955 Mission Road

Open House - THIS Thursday, October 17th

Monday 10/14

No Sporting Events

Tuesday 10/15

• Girls Golf - AWAY - STATE @ Dayton 11:00am
• Freshman Volleyball - HOME -vs- South Tahoe 4:00
• JV Volleyball - HOME -vs- South Tahoe 5:00
• Varsity Volleyball - HOME -vs- South Tahoe 6:00
  
  

Wednesday 10/16

• Girls Golf - AWAY - STATE @ Dayton 11:00am
  
  

Thursday 10/17

No Sporting Events

Friday 10/18

• Boys and Girls Tennis - AWAY - REGIONAL PLAYOFFS @ Tahoe
• JV Girls Soccer - AWAY @ Fernley 2:00
• Varsity Girls Soccer - AWAY @ Fernley 4:00
• JV Boys Soccer - HOME -vs- Fernley 2:00 (on the Grass)
• Varsity Boys Soccer - HOME -vs- Fernley 4:00 (on the Grass)
• Freshman Volleyball - HOME -vs- Lowry 4:00
• JV Volleyball - HOME -vs- Lowry 5:00
• Varsity Volleyball - HOME -vs- Lowry 6:00
• JV Football - HOME -vs- Elko 4:30
• Varsity Football - HOME -vs- Elko 7:00 Senior Night & Pink out!

Saturday 10/19

• Boys and Girls Tennis - AWAY - REGIONAL PLAYOFFS @ Tahoe
• Cross Country - AWAY @ Winnemucca
• Varsity Boys Soccer - HOME -vs- Dayton 10:00am (on the Turf)
• Varsity Girls Soccer - HOME -vs- Dayton 12:00 (on the Turf)

Book Fair - October 14th-18th from 8 am-3:30 pm.

Shop our Book Fair online! CCMS Library Book Fair homepage: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/churchillcomiddleschool

Advisory Costume Contest - October 31st

Wear school-appropriate costumes: we must be able to tell who you are, no masks, not too much face paint, no weapons, no violence, and school dress code will be enforced. If you win, there will be a special prize made by the student council!

Parent /Teacher Conferences - 10/4 & 10/18

Fall Book Fair - 10/14 - 10/18

Family Night Book Tasting - 10/17

1st Quarter SOAR Assemblies - 10/18

1st Quarter Tribe Award / Activity Day sign up - 10/24

Tribe Color Day & SOAR picture - 10/24

Halloween Dress Up - 10/31

📚 Book Fair - Wednesday, October 16th from 5:30 - 7:00

In today’s fast-paced world, career and technical education (CTE) has become a crucial part of the educational experience. Too often , our students are groomed to focus on academics above everything else, but what about career pathway passions? Don’t they account for anything? Yes! Churchill County High School offers courses that promote practical skills and real-world experience that can prepare students for both college and career success.

Career Tech Education, also known as CTE, equips students with hands-on skills in areas like healthcare, engineering, culinary arts, technology, and the trades. Whether it's learning how to code, mastering construction techniques, or understanding the basics of hospitality management/culinary arts, CTE offers relevance for students and aligns their passions with the future job market.

Being college and career-ready means that our students have both the academic knowledge and the practical skills needed to be successful in life after high school. CTE courses promote critical thinking, instill problem-solving strategies, and builds technical skills for the future workforce or higher education. This dual preparation sets our students up for success.

On Thursday, the CCHS students had the opportunity to meet Netflix sensation Chef Jonathan Zaragoza! Chef Jonathan shared his struggles with traditional high school and his disconnect with learning. His inspirational journey was jaw dropping, learning about his repetitive drop outs from school, and his inner drive to find passion with his career. Chef believes “food is about human connection;” and that his passion fostered his pursuit for a career in the culinary arts. What a fabulous visit to CCHS! Thank you Chartwells for making this happen for our kids!

Did you know that every school has a Facebook page? That’s right, you can follow each school's Facebook page and receive daily/weekly updates on important dates, times, events & information! Schools also post fun activities/events that your learners are participating in.

Follow our Facebook pages below:

Churchill County School District Facebook Page

Northside Early Learning Facebook Page

Lahontan Elementary School Facebook Page

E.C. Best Elementary School Facebook Page

Numa Elementary School Facebook Page

CCMS Facebook Page

CCHS Facebook Page

Email: parentinfo@churchillcsd.com
Website: https://www.churchillcsd.com/en-US
Location: 690 South Maine Street, Fallon, NV, USA
Phone: 775-423-5184
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/churchillcsd