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Important update from Interim Superintendent Dr. Kristen McNeill. Distance learning to continue for the remainder of the school year (4/21/2020)
Este es un importante mensaje a nombre de la superintendente interina Kristen McNeill para nuestras familias y personal.
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Distance learning message from Interim Superintendent Dr. Kristen McNeill. (4/14/2020)
Dear Families,
This is Kristen McNeill, interim Superintendent for the Washoe County School District with information about the second phase of the Distance Learning plan. Materials are now available on our website -
Videoconferencing Update (4/10/2020)
The world of technology changes rapidly, so we would like to share some updated guidance regarding video meetings with students. We greatly appreciate and encourage all your efforts to communicate with students, including through technology.
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Urgent message from Interim Superintendent Dr. Kristen McNeill. Schools to remain closed until April 30 (4/1/2020)
Earlier this morning I was informed that Governor Sisolak has decided to extend the closure of schools in our state until April 30. I repeat, in order to continue the fight against COVID 19, Governor Sisolak has extended the closure of all schools until April 30.
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Message from Dr. Kristen McNeill: 3/24/2020
I have heard that there is some confusion around a few critical dates so I wanted to clarify the upcoming timeline for our students and staff.
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A message from our Chief Human Resources Officer to all of our District teachers and staff 3/23/2020
Thank you all for your commitment and flexibility. This is a very difficult time, and we’ve been working hard to make arrangements that allow us to all stay safe while pursuing our mission of education.
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Urgent message from Interim Superintendent Dr. Kristen McNeill school closed until April 16. 3/21/2020
Late yesterday evening Governor Sisolak ordered all school districts in the state to close for a total of 30 days due to the coronavirus—or COVID 19-- pandemic. This means that schools are now scheduled to open on Thursday, April 16, upon approval of the Chief Medical Officer for the state, and brings schools into alignment with the closure period across Nevada.
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Statement from WCSD Interim Superintendent Dr. Kristen McNeill Friday, March 20, 2020
Earlier today, the Washoe County School District learned that the Nevada Department of Education and State Superintendent Jhone Ebert have asked the United States Department of Education to waive assessments, accountability, school identification, and reporting requirements established by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for the 2019-2020 school year.
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A special message for WCSD students from Dr. Kristen McNeill 3/19/2020
Click on the link below to hear the message
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Essential and Non-Essential Guidance. Memo for WCSD Staff 3/19/2020 3:30p.m.
I would like to provide additional guidance on the matter of essential and non-essential employees.
First, please know that this designation is not a statement on the importance of anyone’s position or work. The designation is a commonplace, easily understood designation used in extraordinary circumstances to provide direction to staff. -
Update from from Dr. Kristen McNeill 3/18/2020 4:00 p.m.
Thank you all for your patience, understanding, and flexibility as we navigate together plans for our District during this challenging and unprecedented time.
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COVID-19 Closure Guidance Memo for WCSD Staff 3/18/2020
On behalf of my District Leadership colleagues, I would first like to recognize and express appreciation to each of you for your commitment and flexibility during these unprecedented times.
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Urgent Message for WCSD staff from Chief Information and Innovation Officer Robert Sidford 3/18/2020 1p.m.
WCSD is currently experiencing a significant increase in cyber attacks as cyber criminals try to take advantage of users who may be distracted by pressing issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Much of this activity is in the form of phishing emails.
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Food Bank of Northern Nevada updates meal service locations 3/16/2020 4:27 p.m.
View the list of Food Bank of Northern Nevada Kids Café Spring Break Meal Service locations and times.
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All Schools Closed: Message from Dr. Kristen McNeill 3/15/2020 4:00 p.m.
Governor Sisolak, after consulting with local and state wide agencies including the Nevada Department of Education, health officials and school superintendents, has decided that all schools in the state of Nevada will close starting Monday, March 16 through to Friday, April 3.
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All day camps, spring break Camps and intersessions are closed at all WCSD School sites until further notice. 3/15/2020
Alert: All day camps, spring break Camps and intersessions are closed at all WCSD School sites until further notice. 3/15/2020 5:30 p.m. -
Update for Incline Village Schools, TMCC High School, and Dodson Elementary. 3/14/2020
We are monitoring the spread of COVI-19 and maintaining daily contact with the Washoe County Health District (WCHD) to assure we are up to date on the spread of COVID-19 and the most effective methods to slow the spread. To this point, there have been no known cases of COVID-19 in any WCSD Schools.
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Update from Interim Superintendent Dr. McNeill 3/13/2020
The health and safety of our students and staff is of utmost importance to us and each day we have been increasing our efforts to prevent the potential spread of COVID-19 in our community. This is a rapidly evolving situation, and we have been taking a ..........
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Statement from The Nevada Association of School Superintendents on COVID19
The Nevada Association of School Superintendents (NASS) continues evaluating and responding to the evolving nature of coronavirus (COVID-19) with a coalition of partners, including local health officials, Nevada Department of Education, Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association (NIAA), and other agencies, on a cohesive response to protect the health and well-being .......
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NIAA Announcment 3/13/2020
(NIAA) is announcing the suspension of NIAA sanctioned sports for all of itsmember schools effective Monday, March 16
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Huffaker Elementary Will be Open March 9
This is Interim Superintendent Dr. Kristen McNeill. I have some good news to share with you: we were informed by the Washoe County Health District that the COVID-19-- or coronavirus-- tests performed on students at Huffaker Elementary School came back negative.
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Hotline Established for anyone experiencing symptoms of COVID19
March 6, 2020 1p.m.: Anyone in Washoe County who is experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 should call 328-2427 for information on treatment. This phone line is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Additional information about Huffaker Elementary from Dr. Kristen McNeill
March 6, 2020 9:30 a.m. I want to share some important, developing information with you regarding the situation surrounding the temporary closure of Huffaker Elementary School today......
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Huffaker Closed
March 6, 2020 7a.m.: Huffaker Elementary School is closed today. All other WCSD schools remain open.
