Weekly Update

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• 9:58 to 10:58 - Lunch and Learn
• 9:58 to 10:58 There is no Lunch and Learn today. Students must remain in the Breezeway, and Cafeteria during lunch! Lower campus is closed, including theaters, conservatory classrooms and practice rooms.
• Club Meetings: Visit LVA Club List for dates, times and locations of club/organization meetings.

9:58 to 10:58 am - Lunch & Learn

• 9:58 to 10:30 Lunch & Learn is in English.
• 10:00 to 10:50 - Senior Celebration Day - Music, games and fun in the Breezeway. Wear your Class of 2026 crown or Senior T-shirt!
• Seniors! Don’t miss Pin the Feather on the Turkey! Play to win gift cards, treats, and Student Store coupons—prizes go fast!
• Howdy Seniors! It sure is cold outside. Well, warm up on Tuesday with hot chocolate for Senior Day! Wear your senior shirt and crown, and you must have your ID!
• Everyone, Pumpkin Hunt Alert! Find the pumpkins with Grateful Sayings hidden around campus and turn them in at the Breezeway for swag and treats.
• Love on a Leash & Alliance Therapy Dogs will be on campus!
• Don’t miss out on the fun!
• Club Meetings: Visit LVA Club List for dates, times and locations of club/organization meetings

Enjoy the day students and teachers!

We hope your Thanksgiving is filled with health, joy, and good company. We’re thankful for each day we get to spend working and learning alongside you.

Deadline Wednesday! Don’t Miss Your Chance to Shape the Future of Our Schools!

CCSD is shaping its future as the Destination District—where students thrive, families feel connected, and staff are proud to belong.

Now, we want to hear from you! Your input will guide district planning and decisions.

📝 Take the 5-minute anonymous survey: weareccsd.net/survey
Available in multiple languages. Your voice matters—help shape the future for all CCSD students!

¡Fecha límite miércoles!! ¡No pierdas la oportunidad de dar forma al futuro de nuestras escuelas!

CCSD está dando forma a su futuro como el Distrito Destino, donde los estudiantes prosperan, las familias se sienten conectadas y el personal se siente orgulloso de pertenecer.

¡Ahora queremos escuchar tu voz! Tus opiniones guiarán la planificación y las decisiones del distrito.

• Completa la encuesta anónima de 5 minutos: weareccsd.net/survey

Disponible en varios idiomas. Tu opinión importa: ¡ayuda a dar forma al futuro de todos los estudiantes de CCSD!

For over 15 years, Glittering Lights has turned the Las Vegas Motor Speedway into a magical drive-thru winter wonderland. From millions of twinkling lights to festive themed displays, it’s a holiday experience for the whole family.

Even better: a portion of every ticket supports local charities—including our Band program! Start your holiday season with joy and giving back. Don’t miss it!

Find out more about Glittering Lights at https://glitteringlightslasvegas.com/

The end of the semester is almost here, and it’s easy to get distracted by holiday plans. But keeping grades up now matters— final grades reflect all hard the work, and impact your GPA, scholarships, and opportunities for next semester.

Tips to stay on track:

• Prioritize assignments and upcoming tests

• Set small daily goals to avoid last-minute stress

• Ask teachers for help if you’re struggling

• Attend Lunch and Learn

• Go to after school tutoring:

• Tuesday in Math F-14
  
• Wednesday in Science FB-4
  
• Thursday in English M-23

• Balance fun with focus—enjoy the holidays, but don’t lose momentum

Remember, finishing strong now pays off later. You’ve got this!

GivingTuesday is almost here—don’t miss your chance to support LVA students!
This global day of generosity brings people together to make a real impact, and for the Friends of LVA Foundation, that means empowering our incredible young artists, performers, and leaders.

We’re aiming to raise $20,000 to help students take their next step toward college and their careers. Your donation supports access to Naviance, a key college and career tool, and provides scholarships for deserving seniors.

GivingTuesday is December 2, 2025, but you can donate now.

Click here to support our students.

Don’t miss this! Join Ms. Miller and Silver State Credit Union for A Bite of Reality, a fast-paced real-life financial simulation happening December 2nd from 2–4 PM in the Old Gym. Spots will go fast—sign up now for your chance to WIN a gift card just for completing the activity!

Congratulations to sophomore Leila for winning a scholarship in this year’s CCSD F1 Art Contest!

In partnership with CCSD, 12 students were selected as winners and had their artwork featured on the race event’s scrim walls. Winners from elementary, middle, and high schools shared a prize pool of $10,000 in college scholarships and art supplies for their school art programs.

All winning students were recognized on stage on Saturday, November 23, at 12:45 p.m. during the Fan Experience.

The Tejero-Holmes Foundation is expanding access to music education in Las Vegas, ensuring every child can experience the power of orchestra—regardless of background.

Founded by Las Vegas Academy of the Arts graduate Jovonie Tejero, the Rising Youth Orchestra gives students high-quality instruction and opportunities they might not otherwise have. Tejero, now pursuing his doctorate at UNLV, created the program after facing financial barriers to lessons and instruments growing up.

Learn more at Fox 5 News.

If you or someone you know is in need of food assistance, please take a moment to check out these valuable resources provided by our caring LVA Social Workers and Administration.

Together, we can support one another and make sure no one in our community goes without.

In response to the ongoing issues from the federal government shutdown, organizations are expanding emergency relief efforts and hosting drive-thru food distributions at multiple locations across the valley.

See the attached list for more information.

Missed the Jostens Guidance Day presentation?
Don’t worry—but don’t wait! Pick up your information packet at the front office reception desk now or visit Jostens.com to get everything you need. Make sure you’re not the one left out!

Disney Grad Night is coming—don’t miss your chance to go!

All the details, including prices and deadlines, are attached below. The trip is scheduled for May 28–29, 2026, and you must be on track to graduate to attend. A $50 deposit holds your spot, but space fills fast! Be sure to read the entire letter for sign-up steps and important no-refund information.

For everything seniors need this year, check out the Class of 2026 Senior Update:

https://secure.smore.com/n/cw0h6
or visit lasvegasacademy.net → Class of 2026

• November 19 & 20 - Guitar Chamber Concert, Black Box Theater
• November 20 - Jazz Concert 360, Lowden Theater
• November 21 & 22 - Choir Concert, Cafeteria [watch for more details]
• November 26 - No School for Students & Teachers
• November 27 & 28 - School Closed - Thanksgiving Holiday & Break
• December 2 - Giving Tuesday, online - Click here to support our students!
• December 2 - Bite of Reality, Old Gym, College planning & financing workshop
• December 2 - Orchestra Concert, Performing Arts Center
• December 4 - SOT & Monthly Parent Meeting
• December 4 - Band Winter Concert - Performing Arts Center
• December 5 - First Friday Event during Lunch & Learn, Oscar Burgers, Games and Encore Guitar Performance!
• December 8 - Vocal Winter Concert - Performing Arts Center, 6pm
• December 9 - Sophomore Theatre Showcase - Black Box Theater, 6pm
• December 10 - Mariachi Winter Concert - Performing Arts Center, 6pm
• December 10 - Sophomore Theatre Showcase - Black Box Theater, 6pm
• December 16 - Semester Exams - Full Day schedule, 7am to 2pm
• December 17-19 - Semester Exams - Half Day Schedule, 7am to 10:40 am
• December 11, 12 & 13 - Dance Drama Imprinting - Lowden Theater, 6pm
• December 19 & 20 - Dance Drama Imprinting - Lowden Theater, 6pm
• December 22, 2025 to January 5, 2026 - Winter Break, No school for students & teachers
• February 6, 2026 - Experience the Arts Brilliance Gala, Orleans Arena
• Dates for Performances & Concerts are posted at https://www.lasvegasacademy.net/calendar

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

The Development Office helps keep our arts programs thriving by building connections with families, alumni, and community partners.

Our Services Include:

• Parent Funding Agreement – Supporting student programs through family contributions

• Sponsorships & Partnerships – Connecting businesses and community organizations with LVA

• Fundraising Efforts – Organizing campaigns and events to sustain programs

• Ticketing & Event Support – Managing access to LVA performances and productions

• Communications – Sharing updates on performances, opportunities, and special events with all families

Together, we help sustain LVA’s mission of artistic and academic excellence.

• Want to get involved? Contact the Development Office to learn how you can make a difference at LVADevelopmentOffice@gmail.com or call 702-799- 800, ext.4123!

• Parent Communication Directory - How and who to contact at LVA
• https://www.lasvegasacademy.net/student-parents - All things LVA: rules, forms, guidelines, handbook, resources and important links.
• 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.

• LVA parents can Request Infinite Campus Parent password reset here.

IMPORTANT LINKS

• RAVE Review - Recognize an outstanding CCSD Employee
• https://www.lasvegasacademy.net/blog - Includes accolades, events, need-to-know information and the Weekly Update that is released each Sunday.
• Friends of Las Vegas Academy Foundation, [Non-Profit Support Organization]

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.