Clark County Education Association

4230 McLeod Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89121

702-733-3063

Contact: John Vellardita, Executive Director

MEDIA ADVISORY 702-439-1578
March 15, 2020 jvellardita@ccea-nv.org

CCEA Statement on CCSD School Closure

CCEA believes the current coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis is not simply a school district issue, but a nationwide
issue. Accordingly this needs a global, all community effort to take the necessary steps to protect our students,
front line educators, and the community at large. The number one concern of CCEA during this crisis is to ensure
the safety of educators, students, and the community at large. Governor Sisolak has declared a state of
emergency, and in doing so, needs to assist the Clark County School District in carrying out the responsible
measures to suspend school operations as soon as possible.

Accordingly, Governor Sisolak should work with Superintendent Jara to ensure that CCSD has the needed funds,
and logistical structure it needs to shut down schools to assist in taking care of those students who need food,
daycare, and other assistance the school system normally provides. In addition, Governor Sisolak needs to ensure
that CCSD has the funds to pay all employees while the schools are not in operation. Furthermore, if there are
makeup days for lost instruction, the Governor needs to ensure that CCSD has the financial resources to pay all
employees.

Finally, all educators need to take responsible measures to ensure their own health and well-being. If an
educator is not feeling well and has the symptoms of the coronavirus, then they need to seek medical attention
right away, self-quarantine, and not report to work.

CCEA wants to thank each and every educator during this time for their commitment to their students and to the
well-being of our community. The overwhelming demonstration of support to do the right thing is a hallmark of a
community of educators who put their students and community first. CCEA also wants to thank the County
Commission and local leaders in leading efforts to deal with the coronavirus crisis in our community.
Clark County Education Association (CCEA) represents over 18,800 licensed professionals in the Clark County School
District (CCSD) and is the largest independent teachers union in the country.

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