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CCSD Region 1 reports drops in chronic absenteeism and suspensions in North Las Vegas schools
Summary
Clark County School District Region 1 told the city council it has seen a 6.6% decrease in chronically absent students over two years, 1,956 fewer suspensions that remove students from instruction this year, and a narrowing of disciplinary disparities; principals and program leaders highlighted recent student achievements and outreach events.
The Clark County School District's Region 1 superintendent updated the North Las Vegas City Council on student attendance and behavior metrics, saying the district has seen measurable improvements.
The superintendent reported a 6.6% decrease in the number of students designated as chronically absent over the last two years and said the district recorded 1,956 fewer suspensions that removed students from instruction this year. "We are seeing a sustained decrease across all student groups over a 3 year period," the superintendent said, adding that the discipline gap between student groups is narrowing and that staff training now emphasizes trauma-informed care and equity.
Principal Ramona Fricker of the STEM and Medical Academy at Jim Bridger Middle School highlighted campus achievements including a second consecutive Magna School of Excellence designation for Jim Bridger, jazz-band performances at city events, and robust project-based-learning showcases. The presentation also noted school events such as culture nights, Folklorico and other activities that family-engage students, and reported that 200 juniors registered for an 11th-grade ACT boot camp that raised average practice scores by about five points.
Council members thanked district staff and asked for better two-way communication on school championships and awards so the city can share successes with the community. District staff invited council members to continue email contact and offered to provide updates on school achievements.
