CCSD Board Hears Public Input on ICE Protests and School Start Times

Student walkouts protesting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and a newly announced bell schedule for the 2026–2027 school year were among the topics discussed during a Clark County School District Board of Trustees meeting held Thursday in Las Vegas.

During the public comment portion of the meeting, speakers voiced differing views on recent high school walkouts that occurred across the Las Vegas Valley earlier in the week. Some community members and former students spoke in support of the walkouts, describing them as a form of peaceful expression by students concerned about immigration enforcement practices. Others criticized the demonstrations, raising concerns about student safety and the decision to allow students to leave supervised classrooms during school hours.

Trustees also addressed questions related to changes in school start times scheduled to take effect in the 2026–2027 academic year. District officials explained that the revised schedule would result in earlier start times for middle schools, while elementary and high schools would begin later in the day. Board members questioned the process behind the decision and reviewed feedback submitted by the public.

According to district officials, written public comments on the bell schedule were largely opposed to the changes. Administrators emphasized that the schedule adjustment followed community input and research on student outcomes, though trustees acknowledged concerns raised by families and staff.

The meeting highlighted ongoing debates within the district over student expression, campus safety, and operational decisions affecting families across the region. District leaders said additional discussion and evaluation will continue as implementation approaches.

Source. Las Vegas Review-Journal.