The RAVE (Recognize A Valued Employee) Review Program incorporates unsolicited acknowledgement of Clark County School District (CCSD) employees who make a difference and are exemplary models of the District’s Standards. Submissions should highlight accomplishments that exceed general job expectations and focus on those who truly go above and beyond for students, parents/guardians, fellow staff members, and the community.
CCSD CARES STANDARDS
The program is now tied to five CCSD CARES Standards including: Communication, Accountability, Respectfulness, Excellence, and Solutions. When identifying an individual to nominate, be sure to select the Standard that is most exemplified by the recipient.
CERTIFICATE DISTRIBUTION
MONTHLY WINNER


Any CCSD employee.
Other CCSD employees, students, parents/guardians, and community members.
Nominations are selected at random.
One RAVE recipient is selected per month.
Winners will receive partner-donated incentives like gift cards, passes for experiential activities, and more.
As part of the program revamp, physical certificates are now being mailed to schools/sites.
Certificates are printed at the end of each month then mailed to your school/site. School administration and department supervisors will be provided with certificates containing the submission text and are asked to distribute them to recipients.
Certificates are mailed at the end of the month. Please allow adequate time for them to be distributed by your school administration and department supervisor.
More than a PE teacher, Mr. Swenson is shaping how students move through life. From building confidence and healthy habits to teaching that true strength is measured by how well you move, not how much you lift, his impact reaches far beyond the gym. A mentor to both students and future educators, he was surprised as this month’s Game Changer award recipient, earning tickets to a Vegas Golden Knights game along with a $1,000 in recognition of his incredible impact.
Apr 9
More than a PE teacher, Mr. Swenson is shaping how students move through life. From building confidence and healthy habits to teaching that true strength is measured by how well you move, not how much you lift, his impact reaches far beyond the gym. A mentor to both students and future educators, he was surprised as this month’s Game Changer award recipient, earning tickets to a Vegas Golden Knights game along with a $1,000 in recognition of his incredible impact.
Myrtle Tate Elementary celebrated something special as Ms. Kendra Shoemaker was named an Educator in Excellence Award winner. As a second grade teacher and instructional leader, she ensures students of all ability levels receive the support they need to reach grade level mastery, creating a classroom where every child has the opportunity to succeed.
Her impact extends far beyond the school day, and we were proud to recognize her dedication with a $1,000 award courtesy of America First Credit Union. Catch her feature in Sunday’s Las Vegas Review Journal and on the 7 at 7 segment next week.
@reviewjournal @americafirst
Apr 9
Myrtle Tate Elementary celebrated something special as Ms. Kendra Shoemaker was named an Educator in Excellence Award winner. As a second grade teacher and instructional leader, she ensures students of all ability levels receive the support they need to reach grade level mastery, creating a classroom where every child has the opportunity to succeed.
Her impact extends far beyond the school day, and we were proud to recognize her dedication with a $1,000 award courtesy of America First Credit Union. Catch her feature in Sunday’s Las Vegas Review Journal and on the 7 at 7 segment next week.
@reviewjournal @americafirst
Treasure Watanabe, Kindergarten teacher at Kitty Ward Elementary School, was surprised in her classroom as the recipient of the Las Vegas Desert Dogs Teacher of the Game Award.
A true example of leadership, collaboration, and positivity, Treasure creates a classroom where every student feels valued and inspired to grow. Her hands-on, student-centered approach brings learning to life through creativity, energy, and meaningful engagement, making her classroom a place of joy and discovery each day.
The team brought three current players along with their mascot, Decker, to celebrate the moment and share that she will be honored at the April 18 home game. She will also receive a gift card and a two-night stay at Rio Hotel and Casino.
Congratulations to Ms. Watanabe on this well-deserved recognition!
@riovegas
Apr 8
Treasure Watanabe, Kindergarten teacher at Kitty Ward Elementary School, was surprised in her classroom as the recipient of the Las Vegas Desert Dogs Teacher of the Game Award.
A true example of leadership, collaboration, and positivity, Treasure creates a classroom where every student feels valued and inspired to grow. Her hands-on, student-centered approach brings learning to life through creativity, energy, and meaningful engagement, making her classroom a place of joy and discovery each day.
The team brought three current players along with their mascot, Decker, to celebrate the moment and share that she will be honored at the April 18 home game. She will also receive a gift card and a two-night stay at Rio Hotel and Casino.
Congratulations to Ms. Watanabe on this well-deserved recognition!
@riovegas
Congratulations to our final Educate the Realm Award winners, Brady Hoskins, CTE Teacher at Sunrise Mountain High School, and Alexis McKee, History Teacher at Harney Middle School.
Their passion, dedication, and daily impact on students truly set them apart, making them more than deserving of this recognition, along with Vegas Golden Knights tickets and a $500 award.
Be sure to catch Ms. Hoskins featured on Channel 13 later this month and don’t miss Ms. McKee’s story coming in May.
Apr 8
Congratulations to our final Educate the Realm Award winners, Brady Hoskins, CTE Teacher at Sunrise Mountain High School, and Alexis McKee, History Teacher at Harney Middle School.
Their passion, dedication, and daily impact on students truly set them apart, making them more than deserving of this recognition, along with Vegas Golden Knights tickets and a $500 award.
Be sure to catch Ms. Hoskins featured on Channel 13 later this month and don’t miss Ms. McKee’s story coming in May.
Tribute to Valor Foundation hosted 4 high school assemblies for over 1,000 active JROTC and STEM program students!
The Tribute to Valor Foundation aims to influence, impact and inspire the youth of America to ask themselves “Who Am I?” 🇺🇸 and to answer by reflecting on the six core values of the Medal of Honor: Courage, Sacrifice, Patriotism, Citizenship, Integrity, and Commitment.
At each visit, they also surprised the schools with over 200 XRP Robotics Kits donated by Applied Materials worth over $20,000. Thank you, Tribute to Valor Foundation and Applied Materials! 🙌🏼 #TributeToValor @applied__materials @shadowridgehighschool @thecheyennehs @mojavehs @rancho_high_school
Apr 7
Tribute to Valor Foundation hosted 4 high school assemblies for over 1,000 active JROTC and STEM program students!
The Tribute to Valor Foundation aims to influence, impact and inspire the youth of America to ask themselves “Who Am I?” 🇺🇸 and to answer by reflecting on the six core values of the Medal of Honor: Courage, Sacrifice, Patriotism, Citizenship, Integrity, and Commitment.
At each visit, they also surprised the schools with over 200 XRP Robotics Kits donated by Applied Materials worth over $20,000. Thank you, Tribute to Valor Foundation and Applied Materials! 🙌🏼 #TributeToValor @applied__materials @shadowridgehighschool @thecheyennehs @mojavehs @rancho_high_school
⚾ 3,600 students. 30+ schools. One BIG day at the ballpark!
Our @clarkcountysch 5th graders had an unforgettable time at the Smoker’s Strike Out School Day with the Las Vegas Aviators @aviatorslv ! From learning about the dangers of smoking with the American Lung Association to cheering on the Aviators vs. the Oklahoma City Dodgers...this day was the perfect mix of education and fun.
Students even signed a No Smoking Pledge to commit to a healthy future 💙
Thank you, Las Vegas Aviators , for stepping up for our students in such a meaningful way! 🙌
#CCSD #Aviators #SmokersStrikeOut #HealthyChoices #StudentExperience #CommunityPartnership #LasVegas #EducationInAction #DestinationDistrict
Apr 2
⚾ 3,600 students. 30+ schools. One BIG day at the ballpark!
Our @clarkcountysch 5th graders had an unforgettable time at the Smoker’s Strike Out School Day with the Las Vegas Aviators @aviatorslv ! From learning about the dangers of smoking with the American Lung Association to cheering on the Aviators vs. the Oklahoma City Dodgers...this day was the perfect mix of education and fun.
Students even signed a No Smoking Pledge to commit to a healthy future 💙
Thank you, Las Vegas Aviators , for stepping up for our students in such a meaningful way! 🙌
#CCSD #Aviators #SmokersStrikeOut #HealthyChoices #StudentExperience #CommunityPartnership #LasVegas #EducationInAction #DestinationDistrict