5.12.25 LVA Weekly Update

AP Exam Reminder!

• Starting Monday, May 5, daily announcements will no longer be on the Intercom. Check Canvas or lasvegasacademy.net (News & Accolades) for updates.

  AP Students:

  • Be at your testing location 15 minutes before report time, unless told otherwise by your teacher or Asst. Principal Valdez.

  • If you have accommodations, you should already know your location.

  Questions? Ask your instructor or stop by F1!

  Exam Day Tips:

1. Get a good night's sleep.

2. Leave early—don’t risk traffic delays!

3. Eat well before the test.

4. Bring water (under your seat, not on the desk). It’s hot—we live in a desert!

5. You may bring a snack for breaks

6. Bring your Chromebook fully charged!

• Questions? Contact the LVA Testing Office at 702-799-7800, ext. 4202, or students can drop by F-1. You can email questions to Assistant Principal, Jenny Valdez at valdejm@nv.ccsd.net.

• 7:30 am Report Time - Calculus AB - M-15, Hybrid Exam - Bring Chromebook & blue/black pens
• 11:30 am Report Time - Music Theory - M-15, Paper & Digital Audio Capture - #10 pencil & black or blue ink pen

• No Lunch and Learn

• 7:30 am Report Time - Precalculus - M15, Hybrid Exam - Bring Chromebook & blue/black pens
• 11:30 am Report Time - Environmental Science - M15, Digital - bring a fully charged Chromebook

• Lunch and Learn is in English
• 2:15 pm to 3:45 pm - After School Tutoring in MATH, F-12
• 5:00 pm Graduation Virtual Meeting
• 6:00 to 7:15 pm - Final Piano Concert 2024-2025 School Year, Lowden Theater
• Tickets https://ci.ovationtix.com/35704

AP Exams

• 7:30 am Report Time - English Language and Composition - M15, Digital - bring fully charged Chromebook
• 11:30 am Report Time - Physics C: Mechanics - M16, Digital bring a fully charged Chromebook

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• Lunch and Learn is in Social Studies.
• 2:15 to 3:45 pm - After School Tutoring In SCIENCE, PO-4
• 6:00 to 8:00 pm - 2025 Spring Mariachi Concert, Lowden Theater
• Tickets https://ci.ovationtix.com/35704

AP Exams

• 7:30 am Report Time - Art History* - F-18, Digital - bring a fully charged Chromebook
• 7:30 am Report Time - am Spanish Language and Culture* - M15/M16, Paper & Digital Audio Capture - #10 pencil & black or blue ink pen
• 11:30 am Report Time - Computer Science Principles, VA104, Digital - bring a fully charged Chromebook
• 11:30 am Report Time - Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism - Main Conference Room, Hybrid Exam - Bring Chromebook & blue/black pens

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• Lunch and Learn is in Math.
• 2:15 pm to 3:45 pm - After School Tutoring In ENGLISH, M-23
• 2:30 to 4:00 pm and 6:00 to 7:30 pm - Musical Theatre 3 Show, Black Box Theater
• 6:00 to 8:00 pm - Vocal Concert, "SOUL," Performing Arts Calendar
• Tickets to all shows https://ci.ovationtix.com/35704

• 7:30 am Report Time - Spanish Literature and Culture* - M16, Paper and Audio Capture, Bring #10 pencils and blue/black in pens
• 7:30 am Report Time - Physics 1: Algebra-Based* - F18, Hybrid Exam - Bring Chromebook & blue/black pens
• 11:30 am Report Time - Psychology - M15, Digital - bring a fully charged Chromebook

• 10:30 to 11:00 am - SOLX meeting in M15
• 6:00 to 7:30 pm - 2025 Spring Orchestra Concert, Lowden Theater
• 7:00 to 9:00 pm - Vocal Concert 2024, Performing Arts Center
• 6:00 to 8:00 pm - Orchestra Concert, Lowden Theater
• Tickets to all shows https://ci.ovationtix.com/35704

An Electric Guitar that has been designed by one of our SENIOR Visual Arts students will be selling tickets for a drawing. Each ticket is $3.00 and the drawing will be held on May 16th. Please see Tonya J., or Ms. Ust in M67 if interested.

The Last Week for the TEDxLVA Team selling Dippin' Dots in the Quad on Wednesday and Friday. There are 6 assorted flavors! $5 Cash only!

Seniors, the finish line is in sight! We know you’re full of creativity and energy as we wrap up this unforgettable year. With all the excitement, we want to remind you to keep your actions in line with the LVA Way, including the Code of Conduct, LVA Behavioral Guidelines, and CCSD Behavioral Guidelines.

What might seem like a harmless joke or prank in the moment could carry real consequences if it crosses the line. Please remember: participation in senior activities, including the graduation ceremony, is a privilege—not a right—and can be affected by the choices made in these final weeks.

Let’s finish the year on a high note—one that reflects the pride, creativity, and integrity that define the Class of 2025. We believe in you. Let’s go out with honor!

LVA Students,
The temperatures may be rising, but our Dress Code remains in effect. As we head into the final stretch of the year, we encourage everyone to dress appropriately and follow the guidelines to avoid any disciplinary action.

Here are a few important reminders:

• 🚫 No strapless tops

• 🚫 No see-through clothing

• 🚫 No sleeves that drop down the arms

• 👕 Shirt collars must go from armpit to armpit and cover the entire torso

• 🔒 Full-length shirts only – no crop tops

• 👖 Shorts and skirts must not reveal private areas

• 🧥 Jackets are not shirts—they don’t count as dress code compliant

Keep in mind: If your shorts or tops tend to ride up, they may not be appropriate for school. LVA has a limited supply of dress code-compliant clothing, so please plan accordingly.

Let’s finish the year strong, respectful, and ready for success! 🌟

[Student Handbook]

📌 LVA Reminders: Exam Week

• Monday & Tuesday: Full-day schedules - 7:00 am to 2:00 pm

• Wednesday–Friday: Half-day exams - 7:00 am to 10:40 am

• Half-Day Dismissal: Students must exit campus by 10:40 AM

  • Exception: Only with teacher or administrator permission

  • Note: Unsupervised students are not allowed on campus after 10:40

• No early exams will be given

• Absences:

  • Missed exams = 0% until made up

  • Affects second-semester grades [quarter/semester grade will be updated upon exam completion]

• Make-up Exams:

  • Scheduled by the teacher during make-up exam time

  • By appointment in the Student Success Office during Summer Break

(For all parents of 9th, 10th, and 11th graders.) LVA Parents, the annual CCSD Online Registration must be completed each year. Please log in to your Campus Parent account and complete it now for the 2025-2026 school year at https://campus.ccsd.net/campus/portal/parents/clark.jsp.

(Para todos los padres de alumnos de 9.º, 10.º y 11.º grado). Padres de LVA: la inscripción anual en línea del CCSD debe completarse cada año. Inicie sesión en su cuenta de Campus Parent y complétela ahora para el año escolar 2025-2026 en https://campus.ccsd.net/campus/portal/parents/clark.jsp.

While this month is a great reminder, mental health deserves attention every day. Let’s turn awareness into action by breaking the stigma and supporting your child’s emotional well-being year-round. Whether that’s starting therapy this summer, going for a walk, journaling, meditating, or making art—mental health is personal, and every step counts.

Hazel Health’s online therapy program is available to families at no cost all summer long. Sessions are available Monday through Friday from 7am - 7pm local time, with flexible scheduling. Learn more and sign up at my.hazel.co/ccsd

Important Resource Phone Numbers:

SafeVoice: 1-833-216-SAFE (7233) for anonymous reporting

CCSD Police: 702-799-5411

If you or someone you know is considering suicide or self-harm, please call 911, go to the nearest emergency room, or call/text the Suicide Crisis Lifeline at 988.

This information is available in English & Spanish at lasvegasacademy.net, under News & Accolades.

Esta información está disponible en inglés y español en lasvegasacademy.net, en Noticias y reconocimientos.

We need you! Your voice and support matter to help shape the future of CCSD schools and bring your community along for the journey. We’re building a better school district together, and now EVERYONE has everything needed to help spread the word!

Print materials and post them at your school, workplace, or neighborhood center.

Share graphics online and encourage your network to join a forum, take the survey, or visit the website.

The goal? To make sure every voice is heard, every idea is welcomed, and every school gets what it needs to thrive.

Click here to access the FMP Tool Kit.

Read more and click here to take the survey!

Visit https://fmp.ccsd.net/ to access the links to the virtual meeting below.

🎓 JUNIORS — This is Your LAST Summer to Make Up Credit! 🎓
Don’t wait — summer school decisions are due soon!

📽️ Check out the Summer School Slideshow Summer School Slide Show

✅ STEP 1 — Decide What You Need to Take and Why:

Ask yourself:

• Did you fail a class (earned an F) that you need to retake?

• Are you currently at risk of failing a class this semester?

• Are you missing a graduation requirement, like Computer Science and Applications?

• Do you want to take an extra class (like PE II, World History, U.S. History, or Gov/Econ) for original credit so you can free up space for electives later?

👉 If you are missing a required course or have an F in a core subject, your counselor will give you a "Summer School Notice - Credit Retrieval Needed" letter. This letter MUST be signed and returned!

📚 STEP 2 — Get Informed:

• Review the CCSD Summer School Flyers attached below

• Check available classes, costs, deadlines, and options.

• Choose the summer school style that works best for you!

🏫 STEP 3 — Choose Your Format:

• Take up to TWO semesters IN PERSON

• Take up to TWO semesters ONLINE

Pick the method that works for your schedule!

👨‍👩‍👧 STEP 4 — Parent Access Required!

Your parent/guardian must have Infinite Campus Parent Portal access to make the payment by the deadline.

📝 STEP 5 — Request Your Courses:

Click the link to the LVA Summer School Request Form:
Scroll down and select your preferred summer school method:

• Option 1: CCSD Summer School Registration (IN PERSON)

• Option 2: NVLA Summer School Registration (ONLINE)

📝 Important: If you received a Summer School Letter from your counselor, bring it back signed AND complete the Google form!

📅 DEADLINE: Thursday, May 15th

⚠️ Google Forms will close after this date — and spots can fill up quickly. Don’t delay!

Still have questions?
🎓 See your counselor ASAP!

Exciting news! Las Vegas Academy of the Arts, in partnership with SkillsUSA, Skilled Careers Coalition, and Warner Bros. Discovery, is featured in the latest episode of SKILLS JAM — a powerful docuseries spotlighting career & technical education students in action!

From theater technology, video/film production, graphic design, to media/marketing, our talented students worked alongside industry pros, showcasing their skills, creativity, and career dreams.

Don’t miss this inspiring look at hands-on learning and the future of skilled careers, Warner Bros. Discovery Meets the Next Generation of Skilled Creators at https://youtu.be/hckNuqwg8-A?si=8EMOWO6nGg1rynhP.

From heartfelt letters and delicious lunches to coffee, pastries, snacks—and even relaxing massages—our teachers and staff were truly celebrated during Teacher Appreciation Week! 💌☕🍪💆‍♀️

A huge thank you to Student Council, the Friends of Las Vegas Academy Foundation, Brew It Coffee House, LVA Administration, and the Development Office for making this week so special.

We’re grateful for everything our amazing educators and staff do! 💛🎉

We are proud to announce that LVA Jazz is the recipient of TWO DownBeat Awards this year! The DownBeat Student Music Awards, founded in 1976, are considered among the most prestigious awards in jazz education. Each year, student ensembles from colleges, high schools, and middle schools submit recordings to be evaluated by professional musicians and educators. This year, our top LVA Jazz big band and a Jazz combo were recognized for their talents. The World Jazz Studies program now has 26 DownBeat Awards!

Congratulations to our hard-working, dedicated students and to the families, teachers, and supporters who make their success possible!

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.

• 🎓 Attention Class of 2025 Seniors Attending the Disney Trip 🎓
  All seniors attending the Disney Trip are required to complete the information form that emailed on Sunday, May 11.

  📅 Deadline to submit the form: Wednesday, May 13
  📧 The form was sent to the CCSD email address — be sure to check and complete it on time!

  Failure to complete the form by the deadline may affect your participation in the trip.

• CCR Stoles on Sale - Purchase for $25 for cash or card at the school bank.

• Important! - Just a reminder—when you’ve decided on your post-secondary school, you must request a final transcript be sent. It won’t be sent automatically. Info was shared in the Senior Presentation and posted on Canvas via your Econ class.

  Class of 2025 Final Transcript Request Google form:

  https://forms.gle/gE3XsYpV3hqBmijJA

• Senior Update #3 was released on April 22!

• Includes new and updated information for seniors and parents to get ready for the last weeks of school and graduation.

• Distributed to Class of 2025 and parent/guardian email accounts and lasvegasacademy.net / Class of 2025

• Questions? Email Ms. Thornton at thorns@nv.ccsd.net.

For more information on BCON LV visit https://bconlv.org/

🎶 You’re invited to an evening of music by LVA Music Educators 🎶
Join them this Saturday at 7 PM at Southern Nevada Music for a FREE piano recital by LVA piano instructor Jason Corpuz. The event features vocal performances by Megan Franke and Sebastian Garcia-Valle. 🎹✨
Bring your friends and family for a night of beautiful music and community—everyone is welcome!

The Clark County School District is collaborating with public libraries on the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge. Students should continue building literacy skills by reading at least 30 minutes daily during the summer. Students can win prizes by participating in the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge. The school with the most student participation in the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge will receive a trophy. The contest runs through Thursday, July 31, 2025. Visit the Read With Me CCSD website for more information.

Are you a rising junior or senior for the 2025—2026 school year? Are you interested in learning more about the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)? Then, apply for the free FBI Las Vegas Teen Academy!

The FBI Teen Academy allows high school students an opportunity to experience a comprehensive look into today’s FBI during a two-day, 6-8 hour block of instruction and demonstrations at the Las Vegas Field Office. Students are provided with several presentations on topics including terrorism, cyber security, public corruption, evidence response, SWAT, and the day-to-day operations in a typical FBI office.

Due to the vast diversity in our workforce, any student is encouraged to apply. See the attachment for additional information, and contact FBI Community Outreach Specialist, Samantha Kester at smkester@fbi.gov for questions. The deadline to apply is May 23, 2025.

• 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]

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.

• 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.