Student Services:

• Initial District and school orientation
• Specialized programming with a focus on language and literacy development
• Foreign transcript analysis
• Assistance with college applications, financial aid, and career options
• Initial intake and assessments for student placement

Family Services: 

• Guidance with student registration
• Initial orientation, including information on policy specific to CCSD
• Access to interpreters and translators in selected and low-incidence languages
• Referral to wraparound services (ex. Mental health, employment, parenting classes, etc.)

• Professional learning for all educators- Newcomer Instructional Pathway: Welcoming and Inclusive Practices Professional Learning: Registration Link
• The Invasion of Ukraine: Resources for Educators and Families: Support for Ukrainian families and students. 
• Sesame Street in Communities: Displacement & Resettlement: Resources in Ukrainian and Russian students
• Immigrant Connections: Self-paced courses specific to meeting the needs of immigrant and refugee students and families
• Newcomer Orientation: Sample slides to be modified for the current school year and school. Used to support families as they transition into CCSD and assigned school(s).
• ELLD Canvas Resources 

• Teachers/Schools: Newcomer Resources
• Families
• Picture Cards for Newcomers: Print, laminate, and add pictures to a binder ring to use as an initial communication tool for students
• WIDA Family Resources

• • A foreign transcripts evaluation process is available for new middle and high school students entering the Clark County School District (CCSD) from foreign countries. Foreign transcript evaluations assist school registrars and counselors in establishing appropriate grade-level placement, determining equivalent CCSD credits, and assigning the most suitable student schedule to facilitate graduation.
  • Note: This service does not apply to foreign exchange students or students studying abroad in schools sponsored by the Department of Defense Education Activity agency.
  • Foreign Transcripts Evaluation Process and Forms.

The support center provides: 

• • Workshops for families and caregivers (Pre-Kindergarten-Grade 12 students)
  • School readiness workshops for families
  • English classes for adults
  • Lending library with books, learning materials, and resources
  • Free Rosetta Stone licenses

Regardless of citizenship status, children living in the United States are legally permitted to receive an elementary, middle, and high school education through the U.S. public school system thanks to the 1982 decision in Plyler v Doe.

If you have a student who may qualify in one of the categories listed below and are in need of support, please contact UNIFY at (702) 799-0072 (extension 5019) or email SilvaAV@nv.ccsd.net. 

• Dreamer
• DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) 
• TPS (Temporary Protected Status)
• Undocumented
• Refugee
• Aylee/Asylum Seeker

• Youth Services (ages 16-24)
• Adult Services (ages 25+)

Services include:

• Job search assistance
• Skills assessment
• Fully equipped computer labs
• Copying and faxing services
• Job market information
• Career pathway planning
• Job training and paid work experiences
• Supportive Services

Pediatric Services

Physical Health Services: 

UNLV Pediatric Clinic (link)

• Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays
• 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Call (702) 586-9943 to schedule an appointment

Medical Services available (non-emergency)

• Sick Visits 
• General Care
• Specialty Care
• Sports physicals 
• Vaccinations

Mental Health Services: 

• Access to individual and family therapy
• Support with substance abuse treatment

Medical services for newcomer students are provided at no cost. Medicaid and private insurance will be utilized when available.

Health services are NOT to be used for medical emergencies. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please visit your nearest hospital emergency room or call 911.

• African Community Center
• Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada
• Employment Services, Employ NV Career/Youth Hub, and Workforce Connections
• United Citizens Foundation – Mental Health Services
• UNLV Health