Latest News
![WCSD Celebrates 2026 Countdown to Graduation]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1778261680/washoeschoolsnet/nwmjhaudjrjfzzm7meaz/DRHSgrad20255.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1778261680/washoeschoolsnet/nwmjhaudjrjfzzm7meaz/DRHSgrad20255.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1778261680/washoeschoolsnet/nwmjhaudjrjfzzm7meaz/DRHSgrad20255.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1778261680/washoeschoolsnet/nwmjhaudjrjfzzm7meaz/DRHSgrad20255.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1778261680/washoeschoolsnet/nwmjhaudjrjfzzm7meaz/DRHSgrad20255.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1778261680/washoeschoolsnet/nwmjhaudjrjfzzm7meaz/DRHSgrad20255.jpg","width":2200}])
Victoria Campbell
The Washoe County School District is celebrating its annual Countdown to Graduation.
![WCSD Celebrates 52 Educators for Outstanding Family Engagement]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1778885513/washoeschoolsnet/tspsggk61ew0ltb2hp1u/ParentTeacherHomeVisitsConf2026-1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1778885513/washoeschoolsnet/tspsggk61ew0ltb2hp1u/ParentTeacherHomeVisitsConf2026-1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1778885513/washoeschoolsnet/tspsggk61ew0ltb2hp1u/ParentTeacherHomeVisitsConf2026-1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1778885513/washoeschoolsnet/tspsggk61ew0ltb2hp1u/ParentTeacherHomeVisitsConf2026-1.jpg","width":1024}])
Andi Cassinari
The Washoe County School District proudly recognized 52 exceptional educators during this year’s Parent Teacher Home Visits Conference, honoring their extraordinary commitment to building meaningful connections with students and families across the district.
![WCSD Board of Trustees Selects Tiffany McMaster to Serve as Superintendent]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1778636733/washoeschoolsnet/rpaxlad6ub3ns4qyobnt/04242026McMasterHeadshot1finalcrop_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1778636733/washoeschoolsnet/rpaxlad6ub3ns4qyobnt/04242026McMasterHeadshot1finalcrop_1.png","width":481}])
Victoria Campbell
Deputy Superintendent Tiffany McMaster M.Ed. has been selected to serve as superintendent of schools for the Washoe County School District (WCSD).
![WCSD Expands Pre-Kindergarten Programs]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1778518396/washoeschoolsnet/jljujkoqu0ivyygshjhe/kindergarten12_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1778518396/washoeschoolsnet/jljujkoqu0ivyygshjhe/kindergarten12_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1778518396/washoeschoolsnet/jljujkoqu0ivyygshjhe/kindergarten12_1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1778518396/washoeschoolsnet/jljujkoqu0ivyygshjhe/kindergarten12_1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1778518396/washoeschoolsnet/jljujkoqu0ivyygshjhe/kindergarten12_1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1778518396/washoeschoolsnet/jljujkoqu0ivyygshjhe/kindergarten12_1.jpg","width":2200}])
Victoria Campbell
The Washoe County School District (WCSD) is expanding its Pre-Kindergarten programming, thanks to funding from the Nevada Department of Education.
![Drake Elementary Students Join City, School Leaders in Ride for Reading Event]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1778183938/washoeschoolsnet/ame0kgn4ljqqzc2ryg4o/RideandReading572026.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1778183938/washoeschoolsnet/ame0kgn4ljqqzc2ryg4o/RideandReading572026.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1778183938/washoeschoolsnet/ame0kgn4ljqqzc2ryg4o/RideandReading572026.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1778183938/washoeschoolsnet/ame0kgn4ljqqzc2ryg4o/RideandReading572026.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1778183938/washoeschoolsnet/ame0kgn4ljqqzc2ryg4o/RideandReading572026.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1778183938/washoeschoolsnet/ame0kgn4ljqqzc2ryg4o/RideandReading572026.jpg","width":2200}])
Victoria Campbell
Students from Florence Drake Elementary School joined city leaders, fellow students, and school staff members today in the Ride for Reading event.
![The words Books Color Our World painted on a school window]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1772231035/washoeschoolsnet/kogdn2nukwthdcbaxkek/03062025_Verdi_Reading_Ernst_10.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1772231035/washoeschoolsnet/kogdn2nukwthdcbaxkek/03062025_Verdi_Reading_Ernst_10.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1772231035/washoeschoolsnet/kogdn2nukwthdcbaxkek/03062025_Verdi_Reading_Ernst_10.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1772231035/washoeschoolsnet/kogdn2nukwthdcbaxkek/03062025_Verdi_Reading_Ernst_10.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1772231035/washoeschoolsnet/kogdn2nukwthdcbaxkek/03062025_Verdi_Reading_Ernst_10.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1772231035/washoeschoolsnet/kogdn2nukwthdcbaxkek/03062025_Verdi_Reading_Ernst_10.jpg","width":2200}])
Andi Cassinari
The Washoe County School District (WCSD) is excited to join schools across Nevada in celebrating Nevada Reading Week, March 2–6, 2026. This annual statewide tradition highlights the joy of reading and the importance of strong literacy skills for every student.
![Talented Student Artist Wins RTC Competition]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1772137657/washoeschoolsnet/urc9tqpzi3purkbn1bfk/BusArt2026.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1772137657/washoeschoolsnet/urc9tqpzi3purkbn1bfk/BusArt2026.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1772137657/washoeschoolsnet/urc9tqpzi3purkbn1bfk/BusArt2026.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1772137657/washoeschoolsnet/urc9tqpzi3purkbn1bfk/BusArt2026.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1772137657/washoeschoolsnet/urc9tqpzi3purkbn1bfk/BusArt2026.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1772137657/washoeschoolsnet/urc9tqpzi3purkbn1bfk/BusArt2026.jpg","width":2200}])
Victoria Campbell
Artwork created by Sarah Vea, a fifth grader at Katherine Dunn Elementary School, has been selected to appear on a Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) bus for the next 12 months as part of the annual competition among Washoe County School District (WCSD) student artists.
![WCSD Trustees with President's Award]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1765302085/w0rzpvcqfpnuklrefzaz/12062025BOTNASBAward3_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1765302085/w0rzpvcqfpnuklrefzaz/12062025BOTNASBAward3_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1765302085/w0rzpvcqfpnuklrefzaz/12062025BOTNASBAward3_1.jpg","width":600}])
Andi Cassinari
The Washoe County School District (WCSD) Board of Trustees has been recognized with the first-ever President’s Award from the Nevada Association of School Boards (NASB)—a significant honor that highlights measurable improvements in governance, student achievement, and public trust.
- Award
- Governance
- Leadership
- NASB
- President's Award
- Trustees
- WCSD
- WCSD Board of Trustees
- Washoe County School District
![Depoali Choir at GSR 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764879170/washoeschoolsnet/r6lrixrfhzqqljknt6rd/Depoalichoir.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764879170/washoeschoolsnet/r6lrixrfhzqqljknt6rd/Depoalichoir.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764879170/washoeschoolsnet/r6lrixrfhzqqljknt6rd/Depoalichoir.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1764879170/washoeschoolsnet/r6lrixrfhzqqljknt6rd/Depoalichoir.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1764879170/washoeschoolsnet/r6lrixrfhzqqljknt6rd/Depoalichoir.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1764879170/washoeschoolsnet/r6lrixrfhzqqljknt6rd/Depoalichoir.jpg","width":2200}])
Andi Cassinari
Elementary students across the Washoe County School District (WCSD) received an unforgettable holiday surprise thanks to the generosity of the Grand Sierra Resort (GSR). The resort donated hundreds of complimentary tickets to Santa’s Top Talent, giving selected students—and every performer in the Depoali Middle School Honor Choir—the chance to enjoy a festive, family-friendly holiday show.
- Depoali Choir
- Depoali Middle School
- GSR
- Generous Donation
- Grand Sierra Resort
- Holiday Tree Lighting
- WCSD
![WCSD Employee Wins Nevada RISE Award]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763421403/washoeschoolsnet/pajrhnn5r8d8w45yjgjh/11142025RISEAwardWCSDNutritionServicesAmberBass.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763421403/washoeschoolsnet/pajrhnn5r8d8w45yjgjh/11142025RISEAwardWCSDNutritionServicesAmberBass.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1763421403/washoeschoolsnet/pajrhnn5r8d8w45yjgjh/11142025RISEAwardWCSDNutritionServicesAmberBass.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1763421403/washoeschoolsnet/pajrhnn5r8d8w45yjgjh/11142025RISEAwardWCSDNutritionServicesAmberBass.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1763421403/washoeschoolsnet/pajrhnn5r8d8w45yjgjh/11142025RISEAwardWCSDNutritionServicesAmberBass.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1763421403/washoeschoolsnet/pajrhnn5r8d8w45yjgjh/11142025RISEAwardWCSDNutritionServicesAmberBass.jpg","width":2200}])
Victoria Campbell
Amber Bass, a longtime WCSD Nutrition Services employee, was recently honored with the Nevada “Recognizing Inspiring School Employees” (RISE) Award by the Nevada Department of Education and Governor Joe Lombardo’s office.
- Nutrition Services
- WCSD Nutrition
![Three WCSD Schools Honored for Excellence in Parent Teacher Home Visits]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1758210889/washoeschoolsnet/zs4zgabs06dcphn4e0hp/09152025_PTHV_LVES17.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1758210889/washoeschoolsnet/zs4zgabs06dcphn4e0hp/09152025_PTHV_LVES17.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1758210889/washoeschoolsnet/zs4zgabs06dcphn4e0hp/09152025_PTHV_LVES17.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1758210889/washoeschoolsnet/zs4zgabs06dcphn4e0hp/09152025_PTHV_LVES17.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1758210889/washoeschoolsnet/zs4zgabs06dcphn4e0hp/09152025_PTHV_LVES17.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1758210889/washoeschoolsnet/zs4zgabs06dcphn4e0hp/09152025_PTHV_LVES17.jpg","width":2200}])
Andi Cassinari
- #PTHV
- #WeAreWCSD
- Family School Partnerships
- Parent Teacher Home Visits
- WCSD
![WCSD Celebrating Impressive Gains in English and Math Proficiency, Decrease in Chronic Absenteeism]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1756403725/washoeschoolsnet/k6icfbbfrpqkkmuetyh6/SSSHSClassroom.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1756403725/washoeschoolsnet/k6icfbbfrpqkkmuetyh6/SSSHSClassroom.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1756403725/washoeschoolsnet/k6icfbbfrpqkkmuetyh6/SSSHSClassroom.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1756403725/washoeschoolsnet/k6icfbbfrpqkkmuetyh6/SSSHSClassroom.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1756403725/washoeschoolsnet/k6icfbbfrpqkkmuetyh6/SSSHSClassroom.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1756403725/washoeschoolsnet/k6icfbbfrpqkkmuetyh6/SSSHSClassroom.jpg","width":2200}])
Victoria Campbell
- Academics
- Achievement
- WCSD Success
![wcsdprncipalsacademy2]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1754674024/washoeschoolsnet/x9deq8yf5vt5cvtyahbb/WCSDPrincipalAcademy-2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1754674024/washoeschoolsnet/x9deq8yf5vt5cvtyahbb/WCSDPrincipalAcademy-2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1754674024/washoeschoolsnet/x9deq8yf5vt5cvtyahbb/WCSDPrincipalAcademy-2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1754674024/washoeschoolsnet/x9deq8yf5vt5cvtyahbb/WCSDPrincipalAcademy-2.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1754674024/washoeschoolsnet/x9deq8yf5vt5cvtyahbb/WCSDPrincipalAcademy-2.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1754674024/washoeschoolsnet/x9deq8yf5vt5cvtyahbb/WCSDPrincipalAcademy-2.jpg","width":2200}])
Amber Seifert
Victoria Campbell
WCSD welcomes students back to school, with plenty of supports and resources available to make 2025-26 the best year yet!
- 2025-26 School Year
- Back to School
![behind the scenes shot of the back to school wcsdpd video]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1754002442/washoeschoolsnet/eotgh7bwfbm8uarqffbh/SchoolPoliceBTSP1366656MOV05_09_58_23Still001.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1754002442/washoeschoolsnet/eotgh7bwfbm8uarqffbh/SchoolPoliceBTSP1366656MOV05_09_58_23Still001.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1754002442/washoeschoolsnet/eotgh7bwfbm8uarqffbh/SchoolPoliceBTSP1366656MOV05_09_58_23Still001.jpg","width":800}])
Amber Seifert
![screen shot of the home page of the site]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749594468/washoeschoolsnet/znuvywnmdskf4fdzvk3b/wcsdhomepage_screenshot.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749594468/washoeschoolsnet/znuvywnmdskf4fdzvk3b/wcsdhomepage_screenshot.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1749594468/washoeschoolsnet/znuvywnmdskf4fdzvk3b/wcsdhomepage_screenshot.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1749594468/washoeschoolsnet/znuvywnmdskf4fdzvk3b/wcsdhomepage_screenshot.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1749594468/washoeschoolsnet/znuvywnmdskf4fdzvk3b/wcsdhomepage_screenshot.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749594468/washoeschoolsnet/znuvywnmdskf4fdzvk3b/wcsdhomepage_screenshot.png","width":1770}])
Admin Michael Morris
- new site
- post
![youth ride free image]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750115734/washoeschoolsnet/kgr7fzxmtjl3gu6x2rw5/youthridefree.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1750115734/washoeschoolsnet/kgr7fzxmtjl3gu6x2rw5/youthridefree.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1750115734/washoeschoolsnet/kgr7fzxmtjl3gu6x2rw5/youthridefree.png","width":640}])
Admin Michael Morris
All WCSD students may now ride RTC buses for free! The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) Youth Pass program provides free, year-round public transportation to WCSD students.
![Lorem Ipsum]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749593505/washoeschoolsnet/xaute7rgwdqni9zosyzb/2024CellPhonePolicyHomePage.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749593505/washoeschoolsnet/xaute7rgwdqni9zosyzb/2024CellPhonePolicyHomePage.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749593505/washoeschoolsnet/xaute7rgwdqni9zosyzb/2024CellPhonePolicyHomePage.png","width":750}])
ion bosoi
Phone Away and Learn Today
- Campaign
![Graduation hats and gowns]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749591909/washoeschoolsnet/lu5ayvdgs5hmlvdzfm84/gradslider.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749591909/washoeschoolsnet/lu5ayvdgs5hmlvdzfm84/gradslider.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749591909/washoeschoolsnet/lu5ayvdgs5hmlvdzfm84/gradslider.jpg","width":640}])
ion bosoi
The Washoe County School District celebrates the class of 2025
- graduation