The Miller Minute

Miller Families:

Happy Friday, Bobcats!

WOW! What an incredible community we have here at Miller! I want to begin this week's message with a heartfelt THANK YOU to our amazing Bobcat families for the overwhelming response to our call for help with this year's Monster Bash! Last week, we reached out with a significant need for volunteers, donations, and support, and you answered that call in a BIG way! Whether you donated money, contributed supplies, volunteered your time, or helped spread the word, please know how deeply grateful we are. Events like Monster Bash simply don't happen without the generosity and commitment of our school community. To our incredible parent volunteers who have spent countless hours planning and preparing for today's festivities, THANK YOU! Your dedication to our students is something truly special, and I couldn't be prouder to be part of this Miller family!

It's also been an exciting week for Bobcat athletics! Congratulations to our cross country runners and flag football teams for their outstanding performances as they wrap up their seasons. We are so proud of the way our student-athletes represent Miller with pride, determination, and sportsmanship!

Looking ahead, we've got a FUN week on the horizon! Our Monster Bash celebrations continue Tuesday with our Pizza Party and Redemption Day, followed by Miller Thriller on Wednesday and Halloween Costume Day on Thursday! Please be sure to review our costume guidelines so everyone can enjoy the festivities safely and appropriately. You'll also find important information about academic plan approvals for our 6th and 7th grade families, along with details about our upcoming Family Science Night!

Thank you, as always, for your continued support and partnership. It's a GREAT time to be a Bobcat!

Have a wonderful weekend, Bobcats!

#WeAreMiller

Yours in Learning,

Joshua Wikler

Proud Principal

Miller Middle School

🍕 Pizza Party – Tuesday, October 27

Students who qualified for the Monster Bash Pizza Party through their fundraising efforts will enjoy their celebration during their regularly scheduled lunch on Tuesday, October 27.

Eligible students will receive their pizza party tickets on Monday, October 26, so please remind your student to keep their ticket for the following day!

🎁 Monster Bash Redemption Day – Tuesday, October 27

Tuesday, October 27, will also be our official Monster Bash Redemption Day! Students who earned or won prizes, including movie tickets, drawing prizes, and other rewards, will receive their prizes throughout the day. Prizes will be distributed during the Pizza Party or by calling students to the office or library.

By distributing prizes after the Monster Bash, students can enjoy Friday's festivities without worrying about keeping track of their rewards during the event.

On Thursday, October 29, 2026, students are allowed to wear costumes to school in celebration of Halloween. Given this allowance, we are providing families with expectations for costumes and conduct. Please note that costumes are only allowed on this day even though seasonal activities will take place on Friday, October 23 (Monster Bash) and Wednesday, October 28 (Miller Thriller). If your student plans on wearing a costume on October 29, 2026, please discuss the following guidelines with your student:

1. Absolutely NO simulated weapons of any kind are allowed. No pretend swords, guns, grenades, knives, etc. Nothing that could possibly be perceived as a weapon or a simulated weapon is allowed.

2. Costumes must comply with CCSD and Miller's dress code. No short shorts, short skirts, or revealing tops will be permitted.

3. No gang-related attire will be allowed.

4. Hats that are part of a costume are permitted. However, masks, face coverings, hoods, or other items that obscure a student's identity are prohibited.
5. No large or bulky costumes. A costume may not be so obtrusive that it prevents the student from sitting comfortably at his/her desk, or so obtrusive that it prevents other students from a clear view of instruction within the classroom. Inflatable costumes are not permitted.

6. Student costumes must be respectful of body images, and may not emphasize negative stereotypes of any person, gender, or ethnicity. Cultural sensitivity is required.

7. Students may not interfere with other students' costumes. Students and families spend a lot of time, thought, money, and energy preparing their costumes. It is unacceptable that a student's costume be damaged by another student.

8. Face paint is not permitted. Students may not apply makeup at school. Hair may be temporarily colored for the occasion, but this must be done at home.

Thank you for taking the time to discuss these expectations with your child. We truly appreciate the time our Miller families invest in their child's education.

Bus Drivers will conduct school bus evacuation drills in the mornings from October 26 to November 2, 2026. All students receiving transportation services are required to participate. Please be patient with drivers as there may be a delay in departing while drills are being conducted.

This week, Ms. Duran, our 6th grade counselor, and Ms. Edwards, our 7th grade counselor, met with students to help them complete their Academic Plans in Infinite Campus.

Each student is required to have an approved Academic Plan outlining educational goals for their middle school years. These plans serve as guides for academic progress and may change from year to year. An Academic Plan is not a set class schedule.

As partners in education, parents and guardians are asked to review and approve their student's Academic Plan through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. Please take a few minutes to review the plan with your child before submitting your approval.

Directions for how to approve Plans in Infinite Campus are found here: Approving an Academic Plan in the Parent Portal

Approvals must be completed by Friday, December 18, 2026.

If you have questions about the Plan, please reach out to your child's counselor for assistance at 702-799-2260 x4300 or via email:

Ms. Duran - duranwd@nv.ccsd.net
Ms. Edwards - edwarpj@nv.ccsd.net

Walk or run with us to raise awareness for teen mental health and suicide prevention! Hope in Action is hosting a FREE 5K on Saturday, November 21, 2026. Bring your family, friends, and walking shoes as we come together to support our youth and promote mental wellness in our community. See the attached flyer for full event details and registration info!

Get ready to channel your inner scientist! The Miller Science Department is thrilled to host our Family Science Night on Thursday, November 12, 2026, from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM, and we would love to see you there.

We have an awesome lineup of hands-on activities, delicious food trucks (El Chino Tacos & DonutNV!), exciting auctions, and prize drawings. Highlights include slime making, ice cream making, tie-dye, robotics, dissections, DNA extraction, and much more listed HERE.

Advance tickets are $1.00 each (with a buy 5, get 1 free deal through Thursday, November 12), and families can purchase tickets online via MySchoolBucks or in the banker's office.

Thank you so much for supporting our science program and helping us create an incredible night for our school community.

Now that quarter grades have posted, check out the guide below to help you understand your student's grades in Infinite Campus.

Looking for a basketball camp? You found it! See the flyer below for more details.

The fall sports season at Miller Middle School is in the final stretch. Check out the schedules below to find out when and where our Bobcats are competing. Thank you for supporting our teams throughout this season. Go Bobcats!

Miller students and families are invited to participate in the VFW's annual Patriot's Pen Writing Competition below.

The Miller School Organizational Team reviews proposed family fees annually. Student fees for instructional materials and athletic packets support programming at Miller Middle School. Our school operates with a limited supply budget and invests the majority of our strategic budget toward faculty and staff. It is through your donations and fee payments that we maintain the robust programming that Miller families enjoy and appreciate.

Students receive novels to keep as a part of their English Language Arts fee and access to the math program ALEKS as part of their math fee. Additionally, we invite families to donate $30 for technology sustainability. No student will be denied a free and appropriate education at Miller Middle School. If you require a scholarship, we are happy to assist. Please contact the counseling office to make that request.

Fee payments are available on our webstore, MySchoolBucks.com.

Clark County School District has long followed a One Price Model, meaning the posted price of a school fee or item is the same regardless of whether payment is made by cash, check, debit card, credit card, or online.

During the District's previous payment system, cash and check payments may have appeared to be lower because payment processing costs were handled differently. With the implementation of the District's new payment platform, the District has returned to its longstanding One Price Model.

Every payment method has associated costs. While credit card processing fees are more visible, cash and check payments also require staff time, reconciliation, deposit preparation, banking services, security, cash transit, documentation, and audit oversight. The District considers these to be operational costs of doing business rather than assigning different prices based on the payment method.

Using one consistent posted price helps ensure fairness for all families while supporting consistent accounting, financial reporting, and audit compliance across all schools.

For information on bus transportation, visit CCSD's Website HERE.

Parents/guardians with children eligible to ride the bus should download the CCSD Onboard application on their mobile device.

The app provides student bus stop information, bus alerts, and tracks bus routes.

The Onboard app is available for download in the Apple Store and Google Play.

Families must develop an after-school care plan for their children. Students are permitted to use a phone in the front office to call a parent or caregiver for a ride.

If a student cannot be picked up by 2:00 PM, they should be enrolled in the Henderson Parks & Recreation (HPRD) Teen Scene Program. Due to obvious safety concerns when students are left unsupervised, students who remain on campus but are not picked up by 2:00 PM will receive a Request for Parent Conference form from the Student Success Center. During this parent conference, the administrative team will work with the family to develop an after-school care plan.

If you have any questions or need assistance with registration, please don't hesitate to reach out to Safe Key/Teen Scene at COHRecOnline@cityofhenderson.com or call 702-267-4122.

CLICK HERE for important dates and tryout information for our athletics programs. If your student is trying out for a sport at Miller Middle School, parents will need to complete registration through Aktivate/Register My Athlete (RMA) and provide current/valid health insurance information before the student is cleared to participate. The process may take 30–45 minutes to complete. For some, it will take longer. Below are some handy tips and links related to registering for sports:

• These Student-Athlete Registration Instructions may help in the process. If you need something more thorough, this RMA/Aktivate Parent Manual may be of help.

• As you work your way through this process, please read all questions and statements in their entirety to help reduce mistakes.

• Please note a registration must be completed for each sport your child wishes to participate in. Sports will open for registration just prior to the season the sport is played. Please pay close attention to the Parent Newsletter for these dates.

• When searching for our school, please type MILLER as opposed to “Bob Miller.”

• EVERY athlete is required to get a NIAA physical completed each year. The physical is good for one calendar year (like a prescription) but must be uploaded to RMA/Aktivate each year. Miller Middle School does not have access to physicals submitted in the previous school year. Free/affordable physical options may be found here.

• EVERY athlete is also required to have an electronic records release completed each year.

• Have ready two current (within the last 30 days) proofs of address with the parent's name on the document. This can be a major utility bill (power, water, or gas), a driver's license, or a rental agreement/mortgage statement.

• Parents may also be asked to provide copies of transcripts from previous schools if they are registering at Miller for the first time.

• If applicable, parents will also be asked to provide documents including divorce decrees, custody agreements, and documents of abandonment for previous address.

• Students must have current health insurance to try out and/or participate in sports. Student health insurance options can be found here.

• There is a $15 registration fee for all RMA athletic packets. This fee can be paid on the RMA/Aktivate site with a credit card or in person at the school with cash, check, or credit card.

All student-athletes must be cleared through RMA no later than the coaches’ established deadline before participating in any tryout. If you encounter any problems or have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Miller Athletics Office at 702-799-2260, ext. 4005 or frielca1@nv.ccsd.net.

The Southern Nevada Health District offers $20.00 sports physicals. Check out the information below.

Miller Middle School prides itself upon its vibrant culture of clubs and organizations. With over 30 clubs, sports, and organizations, there is something for everyone! CLICK HERE to view the current lineup of clubs and activities. This list is constantly changing and evolving, so check back frequently!

The 2026–27 Bob Miller Middle School yearbook is on sale! Don't miss your chance to preserve all of the memories from another incredible year at Miller. CLICK HERE to navigate to the Jostens website to place your order.

Bob Miller Middle School is proud to partner with InstaRaise to offer a new Miller merch store! A limited amount of gear is available for purchase online, will be printed on demand, and delivered to your door! CLICK HERE to check out the items available. A portion of the proceeds earned from the merch store will go right back into student programming here at Miller!

The Recognize A Valued Employee (RAVE) Review Program is back! This program recognizes employees who go above and beyond and have demonstrated excellence in character, performance, and service. Fellow employees, parents/guardians, students, and community members are all eligible to nominate an employee.

More information about the program can be found on the CCSD Team Engagement website. To submit a RAVE Review for any CCSD employee, CLICK HERE.

All Clark County School District (CCSD) schools are equipped with life-saving tools for specific emergencies. These tools are provided for medical interventions. These include:

• Automated External Defibrillators (AED).

• Epinephrine (Epi-Pens).

• Naloxone nasal spray (NARCAN).

• Stop the Bleed Kits.

Click HERE for more information about these important, life-saving tools.

Helping our students "school" from home can be a daunting process. The Miller Counseling team is happy to provide the below links to some great tutorials available for families on how to access and navigate all of the online programs and platforms that we use in CCSD.

Navigating CCSD Online Systems and Programs

Family Learning Videos

Are you a graduate of the Clark County School District? As part of the district's 70th anniversary celebration, CCSD is launching an Alumni eNewsletter!

The CCSD Alumni Association will harness the positivity of CCSD graduates who are proud of their high schools and want to unite across generations to support current CCSD students - the future of Southern Nevada.

Joining the CCSD Alumni Association is free, and we will send only four email updates a year. Our goals are to:

• Track the impact of our CCSD Alumni, living and deceased, on the Southern Nevada community
• Help us co-design our vision to make CCSD a Destination District
• Amplify our vision through your personal network
• Highlight our student and school successes
• Lift up our students and programs when they need additional support by identifying resources
• Participate in incredible events and volunteer opportunities that benefit students

We know that for Southern Nevada to be successful, we all must invest in the Clark County School District. Preparing every student for a bright future can't happen in isolation. It occurs through connection—through people who care deeply about public education. Thank you!

CLICK HERE to sign up!

We invite our school community to check out this month's updates and explore the valuable events, calendars, and support opportunities hosted by the CCSD Family Support Centers.

• October Newsletter Link

CCSD is offering free tutoring for families who are interested!

To sign up, visit engage.ccsd.net/academicsupport to complete an individual registration form — or simply scan the QR code for quick access.

Once your form is submitted, you will receive a response within 24 hours to get you started. See the flyer below for more information.

The City of Henderson is continuing its proud tradition to recognize the achievements, exemplary service and outstanding contributions of local students, teachers, administrators, support staff and parents of students to the education process through the Mayor's Honor Roll program.

The submission portal for the 2026–27 school year is now open! We encourage you to submit your nominations for the Mayor's Honor Roll!

The Miller Administrative Team hosts Parent Information Meetings each month on the third Tuesday of the month via Google Meet.

The next meeting will be held via Google Meet on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 12:30 PM.

To view the slide deck from the most recent Parent Information Meeting, held on October 20, 2026, CLICK HERE.

Parent Guidance Clever Dashboard

Submit an Absence Note

CCSD Plan for Test Security and Administration

CCSD Student Code of Conduct

CCSD Code of Honor

Miller Grading Policy

Miller Gear Store

Breakfast/Lunch Menus

Canvas Learning Management System

Reset Password

Yearbook Information

Dress & Appearance Code

City of Henderson Parks & Recreation (HPRD) Teen Scene Program

Canvas Pairing Information

Crisis Response Plan Letter: English | Spanish

Parent Information Meeting Agendas

Parent Volunteer Information

Emergency Operations Notification