Greetings to everyone in our ECSD Community! I hope everyone enjoyed your two weeks of fall 😂. It was a beautifully long summer and it would appear that winter is anxious to have its time in the spotlight now. While the weather can often be unpredictable, I'm grateful that we can reliably predict that our teachers and staff will give their very best to our students. We're also truly blessed to know we can count on the amazing support from you, our community. Whether it's attendance at sporting events, helping in the classroom, filling sub vacancies, or organizing classroom celebrations, you’ve shown our students, staff, and schools that you are here to make a difference. The start of the school year has been energizing, and we’re grateful for the examples of unity that have shown throughout our school community.

Our students and educators have already achieved some remarkable milestones. From academic achievements to extracurricular activities, I’m proud of the dedication and effort evident across all our schools. I encourage you to celebrate these successes with your children, as they are a testament to their hard work and the high standards we uphold together.

As we head into the second quarter of this school year, our core four focuses remain the same:

• Students Prepared for the Future
• Teaching and Learning Excellence
• Family and Community Engagement
• Student and Staff Wellness

As we move forward into the rest of the semester, please know we are committed to making this year memorable and enriching for every student. Our dedicated administrators and teachers are continuously enhancing classroom experiences to engage students deeply in their learning. We encourage all families to partner with us by prioritizing student attendance at school and staying engaged in your children’s progress and activities.

Thank you once again for your ongoing support. I look forward to sharing more updates with you throughout the school year.

-Superintendent CJ Anderson

We are thrilled to announce that ECSD has partnered with Paper for the 2024-25 school year to provide free, 24/7 access to 1-on-1 tutoring and writing support for 3rd-12th-grades 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!

Your student(s) can access this incredible resource today! Have them go to app.paper.co, search for their school, and login to start a tutoring session.

Not sure where to start? Watch how ECSD students access Paper from their ECSD issued Chromebook or learn more about Paper and access helpful resources here.

We can’t wait to see all of the student growth that occurs with Paper!

Elko County School District (ECSD) has a new policy guiding the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in our schools. As AI tools continue to grow, they offer great opportunities to enhance learning and prepare our students for future careers.

The new policy, adopted on September 3, 2024, outlines clear guidelines to ensure that AI is used responsibly and ethically in the classroom. Students and staff are encouraged to explore AI's potential while following the district’s guidelines to support both personal growth and academic success.

To help you understand the policy, we’ve included resources on our website. These resources will help ensure that AI is used correctly and in line with district expectations.

Learn More:
You can read the full Instructional Resources: Artificial Intelligence District Policy on our website here.

Elko County School District is proud to have maintained our status as a 1:1 Chromebook district for several years! Every student, from kindergarten through 12th grade, has access to a Chromebook, helping to enhance their learning experience.

🖥️ Elementary students use their Chromebooks at school, while secondary students take theirs home daily.

To help students and families care for these valuable tools, we offer the ECSD Chromebook Manual. It covers important topics like device care, potential fees, and our Acceptable Use Agreement.

We are loving our new app! Stay updated with school calendars, documents, news from administrators,

student stories, and even emergency notifications. Families can select which schools to receive notifications from, including District announcements!

Watch a short video here!

You can download the ECSD app for free on both

Google Play or Apple App Store.

Download for Android https://bit.ly/43Q6J4t

Download for iPhone https://apple.co/3Jo7utf

We are proud to share that we have continued our partnership with ParentGuidance.org for the 2024-25 school year.

ParentGuidance.org is a service developed by licensed therapists that provides trusted and specialized courses, professional support, and a safe community to learn how to support our children and get answers to mental health questions. Our hope is that ParentGuidance.org will give concerned parents a place to go for answers to support and help their children struggling with depression, anxiety, self-harm, bullying, grief and family strife, just to name a few, as well as provide tools to form stronger bonds between parents and their children.

On-Demand Resource

There are over 50 e-courses, free to families, which are led by licensed therapists as well as an ask-a- therapist section on the website.

Parent Coaching

Our district is offering Parent Coaching to all families and staff within the district. Parent coaching is a confidential service provided to parents and families. If you or your family is in need of extra support, go to ParentGuidance.org, select “Parent Coaching” and select "Get Started.” A coach can meet with you as often as weekly for a 30-minute session to discuss your concerns or needs. You will also be able to message your coach if other concerns arise before your next scheduled meeting.

Mental Health Series Platform

Beginning in November, parents, staff and community members will have unlimited access to DAILY live sessions on topics relevant to issues facing today’s youth. Expert facilitators lead every session and provide ongoing support as needed. Tune in Monday through Thursday at 4 PM or 6 PM Pacific Time. Each session is led by expert facilitators, providing ongoing support whenever needed. Register and view November's schedule here! By registering, you will receive a recording of the session.

Ask a Therapist Live

Monthly, parents can anonymously join an Ask a Therapist LIVE, one-hour workshop with a licensed therapist who has expertise in youth mental health. The therapist will directly answer parents’ questions during the session, starting at 5 PM Pacific Time.

Register for November's Ask a Therapist LIVE event on November 20th.

Look for the ParentGuidance.org logo on our homepage to learn more about the services available to our district.

Parents, is Google Classroom a new adventure for you this school year? Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered! Check out our easy-to-follow video tutorial that walks you through everything you need to know to help your child succeed.

ClassDojo is a communication platform that fosters engagement between teachers, students, and families by providing a real-time connection to the classroom. It empowers educators to manage classroom culture, reward positive behavior, track student progress, and share updates with parents, creating a collaborative learning environment. Ask your child's teacher if they use ClassDojo today!

To Access ClassDojo, ECSD Students and Parents Will:

Open the ClassDojo App

The app is available for both iOS and Android, making it accessible from any device with internet access.

Sign Up or Log In

Parents and students will need a code from the teacher to connect to their specific class.

Join the Classroom

Once logged in, students and parents can view updates, track points, and see class stories. Parents can communicate directly with teachers through private messaging.

STARS (Staff and Teachers Achieving Results with Students) was designed to recognize individuals who demonstrate exceptional performance and commitment to the education of all students served by the district’s schools. Families can help us recognize an outstanding staff member by filling out our nomination form here!

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