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3/9/26 LVA Weekly Update
Join us on Thursday, March 12, as LVA is inducted into the CCSD Excellence in Education Hall of Fame! This is your school. Your community. Your moment. Wear your full LVA regalia. Bring the energy. Pack the Board Meeting and show what the LVA community is all about. Don’t hear about it later — be there when it happens. This is history in the making, and you’ll want to say you were in the room when LVA’s name is called. ✨ Edward Greer Education Center 2832 E. Flamingo Road 7
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LVA Technical Theater Teacher Named CCSD Secondary New Educator of the Year
The cast of LVA’s Theater Conservatory Spring Musical helped deliver a special surprise when Austin Fowler, LVA Technical Theater teacher, was announced as the CCSD Secondary New Educator of the Year. In just five months at LVA, Mr. Fowler stepped in to lead the Technical Theater program after the previous director unexpectedly left. Although new to teaching, he has quickly established a culture of professionalism, high expectations, and strong technical training for students
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3.2.25 LVA Weekly Update
Students & Parents, Please check out this week’s Update at https://app.smore.com/n/qeura and through student/parent email. This week’s information includes: • Fun events supporting LVA • Reading Week activities • Vocal and dance performances • Weekly agenda • SOT Meeting on Wednesday • Accolades • And much more If you have any questions or experience difficulty accessing the Update link, please contact Susan Thornton at thorns@nv.ccsd.net .
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Feb 271 min read


Mariachi Internacional Soloist. National Stage. Let’s Go!
🎺💙 LVA and the Mariachi Department is bursting with pride that senior Melanie Linares was selected as a Solo Finalist in the Mariachi Extravaganza Las Vegas National Vocal Competition! The Mariachi Extravaganza is widely considered the “Super Bowl” of Mariachi — the most prestigious competition in the country — featuring the very best programs and vocalists nationwide. 📍 The competition will take place March 28 at the UNLV Performing Arts Center, hosted at University of Ne
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Feb 261 min read


Las Vegas Academy Inducted into 2026 CCSD Excellence in Education Hall of Fame
Las Vegas Academy of the Arts has been inducted into the 2026 cohort of the Clark County School District Excellence in Education Hall of Fame. This prestigious honor recognizes individuals, programs, schools, and agencies whose outstanding contributions make a lasting and meaningful impact on education in the community. In recognition of this achievement, Las Vegas Academy’s name will be permanently displayed on the Hall of Fame screens at the Edward A. Greer Education Center
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Feb 221 min read


2/23/26 LVA Weekly Update
The LVA Weekly Update for February 23 is now available at https://app.smore.com/n/rb6gt or through email to the LVA students and parents. Las Vegas Academy Inducted into 2026 CCSD Excellence in Education Hall of Fame Vital information for Tuesday's ACT assessment Southern Nevada College Fair Events Sadies Festival on Friday Accolades Contact Susan Thornton at thorns@nv.ccsd.net with any questions or any problems accessing the link.
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Feb 221 min read


Record-Breaking Blood Drive!
Our @nhslva.official drive didn’t just go well… it shattered school and city records for a single-day drive! Thank you to the incredible students, teachers, parents, and community members who took time out of their day to give back — and potentially save a life (or three!). According to Vitalant, there were 122 donation attempts, resulting in 86 usable units of blood. That’s 86 opportunities to make a real difference for someone in need. Advisor Ms. Miller shared that this is
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Feb 221 min read


2/16/26 LVA Weekly Update
The Weekly Update for February 16 is now available at https://app.smore.com/n/652pa and lasvegasacademy.net . ACT Information Performances Changes in available parking If you have any questions or problems accessing the link, please get in touch with Susan Thornton at thorns@nv.ccsd.net
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Feb 151 min read


Leaving Campus after ACT - Juniors Only
ACT Testing Day Dismissal Procedures (Juniors Only) We are quickly approaching ACT testing day for our junior students on February 24, 2026 . On testing day, students will be released at 2:00 p.m. and may ride the school bus or be picked up by a parent/guardian, as on a typical school day. If all students finish testing before 2:00 p.m., they may be allowed to check out early. For more details and information regarding this process, please view the attached document. (Attach
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Feb 101 min read


2/9/26 LVA Weekly Update
The 2/9/26 LVA Weekly Update is now available at https://app.smore.com/n/nq20c .
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Feb 81 min read


Coach Johnston Named UNLV Teacher of the Game
🎉 Congratulations, Mr. Johnston! 🎉 Mr. Jason Johnston, LVA teacher & coach, was nominated for the UNLV Teacher of the Game Award, and out of hundreds of nominations, his submission was selected as one of the top honors! Mr. Johnston will be recognized as UNLV’s Teacher of the Game at the February 28 UNLV basketball game at the Thomas & Mack Center, where he’ll be honored on the court in front of thousands of fans. As part of this recognition, he will receive a $500 gift car
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Feb 61 min read


Sponsor TEDx LVA Event
🎤 Support TEDx Youth at LVA Sponsorship link https://forms.gle/DRvEz4KXwBWizJCU9 March 25 | Las Vegas Academy The LVA TEDx Youth Team is seeking community sponsors for this year’s event! Your support helps cover: • Student videographers • Professional video editing • Event hosting costs at LVA This is a free event and is not paid for by LVA 💙 Thank you to our 2024 sponsors: Silver State Teachers Credit Union Friends of LVA Foundation ✨ Help empower student voices and make
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Feb 51 min read


2/2/26 LVA Weekly Update
T he 2/2/26 LVA Weekly Update is available at https://app.smore.com/n/04yw2p Includes information on this week: SOT & Monthly Parent Meeting Ways you can still support the Gala, ALEKS Test Performances And Much More! If you have any questions or problems accessing the link, contact Susan Thornton at thorns@nv.ccsd.net
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Feb 11 min read


1/26/26 LVA Weekly Update
Catch up with what is happening on campus this week in the Weekly Update at https://app.smore.com/n/p52v6 . Last Week for Gala Tickets Archery Tournament for St. Jude Childrens' Hospital Blood Drive Take a selfie in the Library for a chance to win a gift card! And Much More!
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Jan 251 min read


National Recognition for Our School!
We are proud to announce that Principal Lezlie Koepp will be recognized on behalf of LVA with a Top Magnet School of Excellence Award at the Magnet Schools of America National Conference , taking place April 14–17, 2026, in San Diego . This prestigious honor is awarded to only a select group of magnet schools nationwide . Schools earning this distinction are considered among the very best in the country and are eligible for national recognition, monetary awards, and the op
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Jan 241 min read


2026-2027 Course Catalog Released
Students and parents working together course selection and class schedule for the 2026-2027 school year should utilize the new 2026-2027 Course Catalog as a guide. The catalog includes information on course offerings, diploma types and how to follow process for selecting courses. Please watch the Weekly Update for deadlines. Late forms will not be accepted. The counselors will not make any more changes after March 13th.
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Jan 201 min read


1.19.26 Weekly Update
The LVA Weekly Update is available at https://app.smore.com/n/n3aex . Included this week:\ Peace Week Activities Senior transcript information Class of 2026 Friday Fun ACT Bootcamp Community Opportunities Weekly Calendar If you have any trouble accessing the Weekly Update or questions contact Susan Thornton at thorns@nv.ccsd.net
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Jan 171 min read


LVA Juniors Sweep Rotary Speech 4-Way Test Speech Contest
Congratulations to our winners! 🎉Juniors Everett G. placed first , Nadia F. placed second , and Rachel F. placed third . Everett and Nadia will advance to the regional competition , and all three students earned cash prizes for their outstanding achievements. Their success reflects the values of the Rotary 4-Way Test, which has guided ethical decision-making worldwide since 1932 by encouraging us to ask: Is it the truth? Is it fair to everyone involved? Will it build goodwi
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Jan 171 min read


Parent Communication Directory
Revised Jan. 16, 2026
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1/12/26 LVA Weekly Update
The January 12, 2026, LVA Weekly Update is available at https://app.smore.com/n/fx9p5
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Jan 111 min read


1.5.26 LVA Weekly Update
Welcome Back from Winter Break! ❄️✨ Jump into the new year with all the latest LVA news in our first Weekly Update of 2026 ! 👉 Read it here: https://app.smore.com/n/esktn You can also find it on lasvegasacademy.net under News & Accolades . Questions or concerns? Visit Contact Us on LVA's website or email LVA's Communications Director, Susan Thornton, at thorns@nv.ccsd.net .
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Jan 41 min read


12.25 to 1.5.26 LVA Weekly Update
The Dec. 22 through Jan. 2 LVA Weekly Update is now available through email and https://app.smore.com/n/qa06hg .
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Dec 19, 20251 min read


12/15/25 Weekly Update
The Update is available at https://app.smore.com/n/pjz1bv This week's update includes information on: Parent Action requested to complete two surveys Semester Exam Schedule Deadline and info on lowest price for cap & gown Experience the Arts Brilliance information January event schedule and much more...
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Dec 14, 20251 min read
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