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Sex Education Meetings – Must RSVP ASAP by September 8th

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My apologies for the short notice.  I just learned about this meeting this morning.

First parents presently must opt-in their students to receive sex education at school. Many parents in the district make this choice for their children. Sex education starts in 5th grade in Nevada. Nevada had the 4th highest teen pregnancy rate in the country at 84 per 1000 teens compared to the national average of 68 per 1000.

Check out this article from the Las Vegas Sun:

10 facts you should know about sex education and teen pregnancy rates in Nevada

The meeting below is your opportunity to review information with the district about sex education and let your leaders know where you stand on the issue. 

 

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The ACLU of Nevada is a proud member of the Nevada Teen Health and Safety Coalition (NTHSC). As part of the coalition, we invite you to participate in the Clark County School District Sex Education Community Input Forums scheduled for later this month. SIECUS (Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States) will be presenting on medically accurate sex education.

These forums are free, but you must register to attend. Please contact Shannon La Neve at slaneve@interact.ccsd.net or (702) 855-7081 to receive an invitation. You must RSVP by September 8.

Below are the dates, locations and times of the forums.

Tues., Sept. 16, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Cimarron-Memorial H.S., Room 200 2301

N. Tenaya Way Trustee Tew, District E Trustee TBD

 

Wed., Sept. 17, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Silverado H.S. Library 1650

Silver Hawk Ave. Trustee Corbett, District D Trustee Wright, District D

 

Thurs., Sept. 18, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Arbor View H.S., Room 505 7500

Whispering Sands Dr. Trustee Garvey, District B Trustee TBD

 

We look forward to seeing you at one of the forums and hearing from you. For questions or more information please contact the NTHSC at nevadateenhealth@gmail.com.

Clark County Park Police Ride Along Program

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If you are interested how our county parks operate there is an opportunity to go on a ride along with the county park police.

Officers not only provide security to citizens, they meet and greet the public through face-to-face interactions and interventions to establish a rapport. Each year, the Park Police assist with community service projects including speaking to students for career days, bike maintenance clinics and programs related to a variety of safety issues.

Read the Division Commander’s Mission Statement and consider going on a police ride-along.  Be a passenger in a marked police vehicle and go with officers on calls to see the type of work they do first hand. For more information call (702) 455-7532.

Safety Information for Clark County Parks 

Park Hours are 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Enjoy your visit and remember to stay safe.

Prior to Arrival
  • Program the Park Police phone number, (702) 455-7532, into your cell phone.
  • Leave your personal belongings at home or secured in your vehicle.
Parking Tips
  • Always lock your vehicle.
  • Park in well lit, heavily traveled areas if possible.
  • Don’t leave valuable items in plain view inside of your car. Leave them at home or lock them in your trunk prior to arriving at your destination.
  •  When you approach your car, have your key ready and check the floor and back seats before you get in.
  • Remember that pedestrians have the right-of-way on park roadways.
Always Keep in Mind
  •  Carry a cellphone in the event you need assistance.
  • Be sure to carry identification and any pertinent medical information.
  •  Trust your instincts. Don’t walk where you feel uncomfortable.
  •  Never walk alone and always let someone know where you are going.
  •  When jogging or walking, be aware of your surroundings.
  •  Avoid areas where visibility is poor and don’t wear headphones.
  •  Wear reflective material at night and carry a whistle or noisemaker.
  •  Do not let children wander into restrooms alone.
  •  Always know the whereabouts of your children.
  •  Don’t become confrontational with lawbreakers.

If you observe a dangerous situation, see a piece of equipment that may be damaged or vandalized, a suspicious person, or another issue of concern, contact the Park Police at 455-7532.

If the situation is life-threatening call 911.

Global Day of Jewish Learning November 18th – FREE Classes at Springs Preserve

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The Global Day of Jewish Learning 2012/5773
Gratitude and Blessings
Sunday, November 18
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
The Springs Preserve
333 S. Valley View Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV 89107

Click “Register Now” at the bottom of this page
to sign up and choose sessions.

Join with community members from across the Las Vegas Valley for the 3rd Annual Global Day of Jewish Learning taking place simultaneously in 300 communities across the world. Everyone is invited! Children, teenagers and adults. This year’s theme is “Gratitude and Blessings” …an exploration of Jewish learning through art, community service, text study, film, theater, and more. Learn about the connections between saying different types of blessings, expressing individual prayers and community building.

The Global Day of Jewish Learning is free and open to all levels of learners.

Jewish Las Vegas hosts a day of learning on November 18th at the Springs Preserve. Click Here to read the program.

Please note that registration to this event is requested. Click here for reservations

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Free Shots Clinics for Back to School 2012

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FREE SHOT CLINICS FROM SHOTS4TOTS

If you need to use one of these clinics prepare to wait in line and bring all of your child’s information and your photo ID.  Please read the information from the health department. 

Tuesday, August 7

Rex Bell Elementary School
6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Keen Back-to-School Fair
2900 Wilmington Way, Las Vegas, NV 89102
No cost vaccines for kids 0-18 years of age

Wednesday, August 8

Bright Child Learning Center
5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
4645 W. Ann Road, North Las Vegas, NV 89031
No cost vaccines for kids 0-18 years of age

Tuesday, August 14

Walnut Community Center
5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
National Night Out
3075 N. Walnut Road, Las Vegas, NV 89115
No cost vaccines for kids 0-18 years of age

Wednesday, August 15

Bright Child Learning Center
5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
4645 W. Ann Road, North Las Vegas, NV 89031
No cost vaccines for kids 0-18 years of age

Saturday, August 18

College of Southern Nevada
8 a.m. – noon
Nevada Youth Alliance Back-to-School Fair
3200 E. Cheyenne Ave., North Las Vegas, NV 89030
No cost vaccines for kids 0-18 years of age

Doolittle Community Center
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
1950 ‘J’ Street, Las Vegas, NV 89107
No cost vaccines for kids 0-18 years of age

Certain vaccines may not be available at all public health centers and satellite clinics. Call (702) 759-0850 for more information.

Parental Consent: Non-custodial adults may accompany a child, however, written consent must be provided to the health district from the parent or guardian at the time of service. See the Parental Consent for Immunization of a Minor Policy for more details.

Costs

Vaccines are free and the administrative fee is waived during Shots 4 Tots clinics.