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CCSD Lawsuits So Plentiful, We Are Having Trouble Keeping Up

Author Shawn Tempesta
We definitely tried to come up with a list of all of the recent CCSD lawsuits, and we know we missed some.

It has been a doozy of a past several months with stories of lawsuits against the Clark County School District. Like, really. It feels like there are suits coming from all angles. Bullied kids, beaten teachers, yearbooks showing too much junk and coverups of illegal arrests. So we’ll start with the latter in this list of CCSD lawsuits that, quite honestly, might not cover everything.

Here’s Our List Of The CCSD Lawsuits That We Know About, Starting With The Arrests…

  • The Durango High School Arrests – In February 2023, a young man on a public sidewalk was arrested for filming a CCSD Police interaction (a Constitutionally protected activity) when a police officer took issue with that and arrested the filming student. CCSD Police refused to release their bodycam footage of the incident, so the American Civil Liberties Union sued the Clark County School District for not doing so. They won, and the video was released. CCSD was later forced by a judge to pay the ACLU’s lawyer fees. Now the ACLU is set to sue the district again for the incident itself. Two CCSD lawsuits for the price of… three.
  • Las Vegas High School Geometry Class Beating – A student at Las Vegas High was beaten to a pulp in February 2022, and her lawyers say the school was indifferent to repeated issues with the assailant, who punched her in the head a dozen times without someone getting involved.
  • Down Syndrome Student Beaten At Durango High School – We are at Durango High again, where a federal lawsuit was just filed this week over civil rights violations after a then 17 year old student was beaten and berated by a group of five students.
  • CCEA Files Suit Over Former Superintendent’s Tweet – Ah, Jesus Jara. A gem. The former Superintendent accidentally used his real Twitter account – not his burner – to insinuate that the teacher’s union executive director and President were having an affair.
  • Middle Schooler With Autism Beaten On A Bus – This is another recent lawsuit over something in 2022. A child with autism, on the school bus from Tarkanian Middle School, was beaten so badly he sustained brain trauma and continues to suffer emotionally and has panic disorders due to it.
  • Another Student With Autism Abused At School – This is a lawsuit that was settled for a fat $10,000,000 over teacher Melody Carter severely beating their autistic son at Harley Harmon Elementary School, along with depriving him of food, water and other absolutely horrific things.
  • Henderson And North Las Vegas Sues CCSD Over Board Members – Both cities sued after the non-voting members they were granted the ability to add to the CCSD board were stripped of any ability to bring motions to the table. Essentially, lawn ornaments. This will be a fun one to watch.
  • Cybersecurity Leak – Hey, remember when CCSD suffered a hack that leaked information on students, teachers and parents? This lawsuit does.
  • CCSD Bus Driver Had A Record – Back in October, a CCSD bus driver rear ended a pick up truck driver, causing him injury and the kids in the bus a scare. Now she and the district are being sued. Turns out that CCSD was sued once before for this particular driver, and settled just before the second crash. REALLY? Another two CCSD lawsuits around one bad apple.
  • Student Wants Another Year Of High School – Parents took their kid out of school during the COVID times for homeschooling. When they put him back in school, they were expecting a 9th grade curriculum. They put him into 10th. Now they are suing the district to get him one last year in high school that they feel he deserves and needs.
  • Teacher Sued Over Tweet Retaliation – A teacher was put under investigation and kept away from the classroom for months after he had some heated political debates with a school board member. The district settled for $150,000.
  • Teacher, Nearly Killed, Sues – A teacher at Eldorado High School was beaten within an inch of her life by a student. No one was monitoring the school’s security cameras and she wasn’t found until 90 minutes after the beating began. The student had a record of behavior issues. The whole story is disgusting.
  • Grad Sues Over Embarrassing Yearbook Photo – Filed under “just pay it”, a high school grad was incredibly embarrassed after a photo of the student running track showed a “relatively lengthy protuberance” (the judge’s words, not ours) in his pants. Judges found for the student for $6000. But wait… CCSD actually decided to appeal and lost again. “CCSD is a bully,” the student told the RJ.

Honestly, there are probably more CCSD lawsuits, but we already got an A on this article. Get your act together, CCSD.

Shawn Tempesta is the co-host of Aimee+Shawn on 102.7 VGS in Las Vegas, Nevada. He is also an Emmy award nominated television host. As a content creator for 102.7 VGS, Shawn writes about current events, education, funny and trending stories.

Places With Teacher Discounts For Back-To-School Season

The back-to-school shopping season is upon us, and teachers everywhere are digging into their own pockets to stock up on classroom essentials. According to the National Education Association, educators shell out an average of $500 to $750 annually on supplies their students need.

Many teachers say their districts don’t always provide everything needed to keep students engaged, comfortable, and ready to learn. A survey by the U.S. Department of Education reveals that 94 percent of teachers are spending their own money on classroom necessities. It’s not just teachers either. Support staff like bus drivers, front office personnel, classroom aides, and custodians are also using their own wages to buy supplies.

These purchases cover everything from paper, pencils, markers, and glue, to online learning program subscriptions, lab equipment, snacks for hungry kids, tissues, cleaning supplies, and even hand soap for the bathrooms.

Rising School Supply Costs

Last year, CNN reported that most school supplies have jumped in price, sending the cost of writing tools and supplies such as crayons, pens, and pencils up nearly 19% year-over-year.

Jamesha Gilliam, a public high school English teacher in Marion County, Florida, keeps a locker in her class filled with pens, pencils, notebooks, glue sticks, and other stationery materials.

“I use my own money to keep it filled up during the year,” said Gilliam. But she was hit with sticker shock when she went to buy a bulk supply of unsharpened pencils. “I would get a 50-pack box for $10, and this year it’s closer to $25,” she shared with the outlet.

Parents have been noticing this as well with some sharing how the cost of back-to-school supplies has gotten out of hand.

TikTok user @cramer.crew, known as Christy, recently shared her annual back-to-school haul for two kids. Her list included the usual suspects like dry-erase markers, folders, notebooks, glue sticks, tissues, and paper towels. Most items were store brands, particularly Target’s, which another local mom found to be the cheapest. Christy skipped big-ticket items like electronics and didn’t include backpacks or lunchboxes, which she bought separately. Despite reusing some items like her older child’s backpack and calculator, her total still came to $170.23.

“Absolutely insane. Insane!” she exclaimed.

Another parent, @addi_archers_mommy, known as Harlee, shared her frustration: “I just spent about $100 on my first grader’s school supplies,” she said. “And they wouldn’t even let me buy anything fun.”

She showed her haul, noting the specific name brands required. Although Harlee didn’t always stick to those brands, a teacher friend explained that these requests often come from experience, as investing in quality can save money long-term.

No one seems to blame teachers for the costs. In fact, Christy, in the comments of her video, expressed appreciation for teachers, telling one commenter, “Crazy how teachers are expected to provide it all.”

Some Retailers Are Helping Teachers Cut the Cost This School Year

As the back-to-school season kicks off, some retailers are stepping up to ease the financial burden on teachers by offering discounts and special deals on classroom supplies. They’re rolling out special deals and discounts to help educators fill their classrooms without emptying their wallets. Ready to see which stores are making it easier for teachers to snag those must-have supplies? Take a look at the list below and find out who’s offering a helping hand this school year.

  • General Supplies

    New members can get a $20 or $40 Costco Shop Card, an exclusive offer for teachers. Teachers also receive a 10% discount at most Dollar Tree locations by showing a valid school ID. At Michael’s, teachers save 15% on every purchase. Office Depot offers a 10% discount on in-store purchases for teachers. Staples provides a 20% discount on in-store purchases with an app coupon and teacher ID. Additionally, teachers can enjoy 20% off storewide at Target through Target Circle, available until Saturday, August 24.

  • Subscriptions And Tech

    Both teachers and students can access Adobe Pro, which includes Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, and InDesign, for just $19.99 per month during the first year, and $34.99 per month thereafter. Additionally, teachers and their families can enjoy a 25% discount on AT&T wireless plans, starting at $27 per month for four lines. Instructors can save up to $25 per month on Verizon’s Unlimited wireless plans. Canva offers free access to creating lesson plans, posters, and infographics through this link. Teachers get six months of Babbel lessons for $36, a 60 percent discount. Teachers also receive discounts on Google Workspace for Education, which includes Gmail, Drive, Docs, Meet, and more, as well as discounts on Chromebooks. Office 365 Education and Microsoft Teams are available for free, along with a 10% discount on Windows devices. The Apple Store for Education offers discounted items for K-12 teachers, including select Macbooks and iPad.

  • Books

    Books will always be essential for both students and teachers, and there are discounts available for educators looking to expand their collections. Teachers can enjoy up to 25% off on books, toys, and games by joining Barnes & Noble Educators. The Scholastic Teacher Store offers great items for 25% off and up to 50% off with other sales and deals. Scholastic also hosts book fairs and warehouse sales where teachers can purchase items at marked-down prices. Additionally, local bookstores often offer similar discounts for teachers, so it’s worth checking out nearby options to find the best deals.

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