LAS VEGAS — Clark County School District (CCSD) sends out its midyear attendance and credit deficiency notices after the winter break.
Nevada law limits students to missing no more than 10% of the school year, or about 18 days out of 180. Notices are sent out late January and early February each year to warn parents and students when the student is approaching the state-mandated limits. Parents and students are reminded that these notices do not indicate failure. The purpose of these notices, also known as credit deficiency notices, is to address any academic struggles before the student loses credits or ends up repeating a grade.
If their child has received a credit deficiency notice, parents can request an attendance appeal and enroll their child in alternative credit options.
The district has faced ongoing attendance challenges in recent years. While attendance has shown some improvement, enrollment has continued to decline. In September 2025, the district experienced a 3% drop in enrollment, which equated to 9,000 students.
The district is confident that the recent decision to implement later start times will improve student achievement, increase sleep, and positively impact student attendance.
