News Summary
As the school year approaches, Las Vegas prepares for the back-to-school season with vaccination drives, resource fairs, and community initiatives. Families can access essential vaccinations at various health centers, while local organizations host giveaways and events to support students and parents. Opportunities for volunteers are also available. The community is coming together to ensure a smooth transition back to school, offering support to families in need and promoting safety as students return to classrooms.
Las Vegas Prepares for Back-to-School Season with Key Events and Vaccination Information
The school year for most students in the Clark County School District is set to commence on August 11, a date also observed by most charter schools in Southern Nevada, marking a critical time for families and students gearing up for the academic year. In light of these developments, the Southern Nevada Health District and various local organizations are facilitating multiple events and services to support students and parents as they prepare for school.
Vaccination Appointments Available
As the new school year approaches, parents are reminded that vaccinations for children are available at multiple Southern Nevada Health District Public Health Centers. Appointments must be scheduled prior to visits. Parents should note that if a child has HMO commercial insurance, obtaining a provider referral or prescription is necessary for vaccinations. Administrative fees for vaccinations include $22 for the first vaccine and $10 for each additional vaccine.
Vaccination locations and their hours of operation are as follows:
- 280 S. Decatur Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89107: Monday-Thursday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- 2830 E. Fremont St., Las Vegas, NV 89104: Closed on Mondays; open Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Wednesdays to Fridays from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- 2950 E. Bonanza Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89101: Closed on Mondays; open Tuesday-Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- 220 E. Horizon Dr., Henderson, NV 89015: Immunization Clinic open Monday-Thursday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Health District also offers a Vaccines for Children program for eligible children under 19 on Medicaid who are uninsured or underinsured, aiding families in accessing necessary vaccinations.
Back-to-School Giveaways and Events
To assist families in their transition back to class, a variety of back-to-school giveaways and fairs are scheduled throughout Las Vegas, featuring essential supplies and resources for students:
- Cox Communications hosts back-to-school fairs starting July 19 and concluding on August 9 across various locations, providing free backpacks to local students.
- The Salvation Army organizes a back-to-school fair from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Walnut Recreation Center on N Walnut Rd, North Las Vegas.
- Nevada Health Link will hold a back-to-school giveaway at the Neighborhood Recreation Center from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.
- City of North Las Vegas invites students to the “Ride the Wave Back to School Pool Party” on August 2 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
- Clark County’s Summer Fest event is scheduled for August 9 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Cambridge Recreation Center.
Community Support Initiatives
In addition to fairs and giveaways, several community initiatives are providing school supplies and support for students in need:
- Project 150 focuses on assisting homeless and disadvantaged high school students with necessary supplies.
- UWSN’s Operation Back-to-School Drive is ongoing until August 4, collecting essential school supplies for local students.
- J-Cares and Clark County Family Services are also conducting supply drives to help students in need across the community.
Volunteer Opportunities and Health Advisories
The Clark County School District is recruiting volunteers for the Dads in Schools program, aimed at providing a safe presence during school hours. However, with only 100 volunteers available, the demand exceeds the requests from over 130 campuses.
As students prepare to return to classrooms, local health advisories are also in place, emphasizing the importance of air quality considerations and managing traffic around schools to ensure safe commutes for children.
Families and students are encouraged to take advantage of these resources and events to ensure that the back-to-school transition is smooth and successful.
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