The NCSSO has completed it's investigation of the area, and we have been cleared to lift the lockdown at all locations.
Dear Parents and Guardians,
The safety and security of our students and staff are our highest priorities. I am writing to inform you that J.G. Johnson Elementary, Pahrump Valley High School (PVHS), Mt. Charleston Elementary, and Pathways Innovative Education have all been placed on a precautionary LOCKDOWN protocol at the request of the Nye County Sheriff’s Office (NCSSO).
The Sheriff’s Office requested this protocol while addressing an incident report. Please be assured that this situation is ongoing, but all students and staff are safe and secure inside their respective school buildings.
During a Lockdown procedure, regular classroom activities pause, all exterior and interior doors are locked, and hallway traffic is restricted so emergency response personnel can effectively manage the surrounding neighborhood. No entry or exit from any of the affected campuses is permitted at this time. Please do not attempt to travel to any of the school sites, as access is strictly restricted for everyone's safety.
We are in constant communication with law enforcement and will send an update as soon as the Sheriff's Office clears the area and lifts the protocol. Thank you for your patience, trust, and cooperation as we keep our schools safe.
Sincerely,
School Administration & District Leadership
This message was drafted by Gemini and edited by school and district communication teams.
The safety and security of our students and staff are our highest priorities. I am writing to inform you that J.G. Johnson Elementary, Pahrump Valley High School (PVHS), Mt. Charleston Elementary, and Pathways Innovative Education have all been placed on a precautionary LOCKDOWN protocol at the request of the Nye County Sheriff’s Office (NCSSO).
The Sheriff’s Office requested this protocol while addressing an incident report. Please be assured that this situation is ongoing, but all students and staff are safe and secure inside their respective school buildings.
During a Lockdown procedure, regular classroom activities pause, all exterior and interior doors are locked, and hallway traffic is restricted so emergency response personnel can effectively manage the surrounding neighborhood. No entry or exit from any of the affected campuses is permitted at this time. Please do not attempt to travel to any of the school sites, as access is strictly restricted for everyone's safety.
We are in constant communication with law enforcement and will send an update as soon as the Sheriff's Office clears the area and lifts the protocol. Thank you for your patience, trust, and cooperation as we keep our schools safe.
Sincerely,
School Administration & District Leadership
This message was drafted by Gemini and edited by school and district communication teams.
Take it from Lomas Brown! Don't rush when the red lights are flashing! Keep our kids safe.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=slZO_lY4_Fo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=slZO_lY4_Fo
Great article from the Pahrump Valley Community News on the opening of school this year.
https://snap.nyeschools.org/pvcn-schoolopens260806
https://snap.nyeschools.org/pvcn-schoolopens260806
Hey, the PV Times did a nice article for the Back-to-School season!!
https://snap.nyeschools.org/pvt-boyarticle
https://snap.nyeschools.org/pvt-boyarticle
Back to School Fair 2026
Saturday, July 25th - One week from today!
7:30am-11am
Pahrump Valley High School
501 E. Calvada Blvd.
Students are required to be at the event to receive products and services.
Saturday, July 25th - One week from today!
7:30am-11am
Pahrump Valley High School
501 E. Calvada Blvd.
Students are required to be at the event to receive products and services.
PV Times Article: 20th Annual VEA Fill the Bucket, school supply drive July 25, 2026.
Please read the article on the Times' website here: https://snap.nyeschools.org/pvt-veabucket2026
Please read the article on the Times' website here: https://snap.nyeschools.org/pvt-veabucket2026
Back to School Fair 2026
Saturday, July 25th
7:30am-11am
Pahrump Valley High School
501 E. Calvada Blvd.
Students are required to be at the event to receive products and services.
Saturday, July 25th
7:30am-11am
Pahrump Valley High School
501 E. Calvada Blvd.
Students are required to be at the event to receive products and services.
Take a look at these flyers for information about our Summer Food Distribution Program
Back to School Fair 2026
Saturday, July 25th
7:30am-11am
Pahrump Valley High School
501 E. Calvada Blvd.
Students are required to be at the even to receive products and services.
Saturday, July 25th
7:30am-11am
Pahrump Valley High School
501 E. Calvada Blvd.
Students are required to be at the even to receive products and services.
Although Nye County School District was not named as an entity with compromised data, we are providing this important update to our district community regarding the incident with Instructure and the Canvas learning management system.
Please read our original post about the breach here: https://snap.nyeschools.org/instructureupdate
The latest update from May 12, 2026 can be found here: https://snap.nyeschools.org/instructureupdate2
At this time, we do not expect future updates, but if the situation changes, we'll let you know.
Please read our original post about the breach here: https://snap.nyeschools.org/instructureupdate
The latest update from May 12, 2026 can be found here: https://snap.nyeschools.org/instructureupdate2
At this time, we do not expect future updates, but if the situation changes, we'll let you know.
Ready to start the "Trip of a Lifetime?" 🛣️✨
We are so excited to announce Nevada TRIP (Transition Roadmap through Innovative Partnerships) the ultimate interactive adventure for Nevada students!
Whether you’re navigating school, thinking about your first job, or planning for life after graduation, Nevada TRIP is here to help you find your way. Designed specifically for students with an IEP or 504 plan (ages 10-24), this gamified app and website lets you:
🚗 Choose Your Avatar – Pick your favorite vehicle to hit the road!
📍 Explore the Roadmap – Navigate stops tailored to your age (Under 14 or 14 & Over).
🎥 Watch & Learn – Level up with fun educational videos in English and Spanish.
🏅 Earn Badges – Collect achievement badges as you complete each stop!
Parents and educators, this is a fantastic tool to help our youth build self-advocacy and independence. Don’t wait! Start your engine and explore the roadmap today!
👉 Visit now: NEVADATRIP.NV.GOV or get started on the NCSD Nevada TRIP webpage.
#NevadaTRIP #TransitionRoadmap #StudentSuccess #InclusiveEducation #VRNevada #Independence #IEPSupport
We are so excited to announce Nevada TRIP (Transition Roadmap through Innovative Partnerships) the ultimate interactive adventure for Nevada students!
Whether you’re navigating school, thinking about your first job, or planning for life after graduation, Nevada TRIP is here to help you find your way. Designed specifically for students with an IEP or 504 plan (ages 10-24), this gamified app and website lets you:
🚗 Choose Your Avatar – Pick your favorite vehicle to hit the road!
📍 Explore the Roadmap – Navigate stops tailored to your age (Under 14 or 14 & Over).
🎥 Watch & Learn – Level up with fun educational videos in English and Spanish.
🏅 Earn Badges – Collect achievement badges as you complete each stop!
Parents and educators, this is a fantastic tool to help our youth build self-advocacy and independence. Don’t wait! Start your engine and explore the roadmap today!
👉 Visit now: NEVADATRIP.NV.GOV or get started on the NCSD Nevada TRIP webpage.
#NevadaTRIP #TransitionRoadmap #StudentSuccess #InclusiveEducation #VRNevada #Independence #IEPSupport
And the Winner Is...
If you purchased raffle tickets for the Gabbs quilt fundraiser, the winner is Leila Horn, who is a long time resident of Gabbs. Her family puchased several tickets for her because of her long history with the community and school.
Leila rasied four children in Gabbs, and all are graduates of Gabbs High school. In 1978 her family also hosted an exchange student from Mexico who also graduated. She worked at the first cafeteria in the school and then at the local magnesium mine, which is among the oldest operating mines in the world.
She finished her work years as a Nye County Municipal Judge and retired.
She always says, "Learn something everyday and it will be a good day!!!"
With her community history, she'll cherish her new quilt from the students of Gabbs.
If you purchased raffle tickets for the Gabbs quilt fundraiser, the winner is Leila Horn, who is a long time resident of Gabbs. Her family puchased several tickets for her because of her long history with the community and school.
Leila rasied four children in Gabbs, and all are graduates of Gabbs High school. In 1978 her family also hosted an exchange student from Mexico who also graduated. She worked at the first cafeteria in the school and then at the local magnesium mine, which is among the oldest operating mines in the world.
She finished her work years as a Nye County Municipal Judge and retired.
She always says, "Learn something everyday and it will be a good day!!!"
With her community history, she'll cherish her new quilt from the students of Gabbs.
Pahrump Kindergarten Round Up
May 1st, 11:00-1:00
Mt. Charleston Elementary
May 1st, 11:00-1:00
Mt. Charleston Elementary
Subject: UPDATE: Round Mountain MHS Safety Inspection Complete
Dear Round Mountain Families,
The safety and well-being of our students remain our highest priority. I am pleased to follow up on my earlier message and inform you that the Middle/High School building has been cleared for re-entry.
All students are safe. Following a comprehensive inspection by our supplier and maintenance personnel, no propane leak was detected. As an added measure of safety, all propane sources have been disabled, and a district HVAC specialist is arriving to perform a secondary inspection.
Parents were notified of the initial building clearance earlier today. During the inspection, students were kept safely under constant supervision in the gym and on the elementary playground, where they were provided lunch.
Students are now returning to their classrooms, and we will continue with the remainder of the school day as scheduled. Thank you for your patience and for your trust in our safety protocols.
Thad Wind, Principal
Round Mountain Schools
Subject: UPDATE: Amargosa Schools Safety Protocol Lifted
Dear Amargosa Families,
I am writing to provide an update regarding the Stay-Put protocol at Amargosa Schools. Working closely with the Sheriff’s Office, we have been informed that the protocol can now be lifted.
All students and staff are safe. Parents and guardians were previously notified of the Stay-Put, and we want to assure you that there is no danger to our school facilities. Law enforcement is aware of the individual's location, which is far from our school site.
We are returning to our normal school operations and will allow known visitors on campus. As an added measure of caution for the remainder of the afternoon, we will have adults accompany students to the restroom.
Thank you for your patience and for trusting us with the safety of your children.
Amanda Arceo
Principal, Amargosa Schools
Dear Amargosa Families,
I am writing to provide an update regarding the Stay-Put protocol at Amargosa Schools. Working closely with the Sheriff’s Office, we have been informed that the protocol can now be lifted.
All students and staff are safe. Parents and guardians were previously notified of the Stay-Put, and we want to assure you that there is no danger to our school facilities. Law enforcement is aware of the individual's location, which is far from our school site.
We are returning to our normal school operations and will allow known visitors on campus. As an added measure of caution for the remainder of the afternoon, we will have adults accompany students to the restroom.
Thank you for your patience and for trusting us with the safety of your children.
Amanda Arceo
Principal, Amargosa Schools
Subject: Important Safety Update regarding Amargosa Schools
Dear Amargosa Families,
The safety of our students and staff is our absolute priority. I am writing to inform you that, at the request of the Nye County Sheriff’s Office, Amargosa Schools has initiated a Stay-Put protocol.
All students and staff are safe and accounted for. Parents and guardians are being notified that this protocol is currently in effect to ensure the campus remains secure.
The Sheriff’s Office is currently pursuing a fugitive following an incident in Beatty. While there have been no sightings of concern at our school, we have implemented this protocol as a precaution. A "Stay-Put" means that students remain in their classrooms and movement around the campus is limited to keep everyone secure.
At this time, no one is permitted to enter or exit the school building. We ask that you please do not come to the school to pick up your child, as this could interfere with safety procedures and law enforcement activity.
We will provide a follow-up notification as soon as the situation is resolved and the protocol is lifted.
Amanda Arceo
Principal, Amargosa Schools
Dear Amargosa Families,
The safety of our students and staff is our absolute priority. I am writing to inform you that, at the request of the Nye County Sheriff’s Office, Amargosa Schools has initiated a Stay-Put protocol.
All students and staff are safe and accounted for. Parents and guardians are being notified that this protocol is currently in effect to ensure the campus remains secure.
The Sheriff’s Office is currently pursuing a fugitive following an incident in Beatty. While there have been no sightings of concern at our school, we have implemented this protocol as a precaution. A "Stay-Put" means that students remain in their classrooms and movement around the campus is limited to keep everyone secure.
At this time, no one is permitted to enter or exit the school building. We ask that you please do not come to the school to pick up your child, as this could interfere with safety procedures and law enforcement activity.
We will provide a follow-up notification as soon as the situation is resolved and the protocol is lifted.
Amanda Arceo
Principal, Amargosa Schools
Subject: Important Safety Notification from Round Mountain Schools
Dear Round Mountain Families,
The safety of our students is our highest priority. I am writing to inform you that the Middle/High School building was cleared this morning due to a possible propane leak.
Please be assured that all students are safe and accounted for. Parents and guardians are currently being notified of this incident.
Our staff acted immediately to ensure student safety. The propane supplier and maintenance personnel were notified, and the propane tanks have been shut off. During practice drills, your student learned that a building clearance or evacuation means students follow instructions to exit to a designated safe area for attendance.
We are monitoring the situation closely and will send another notification as soon as the building is cleared for re-entry. We ask that you please monitor the Nye County School District website or Facebook page for additional updates rather than calling the school, so that our phone lines remain open for emergency coordination.
Thank you for your patience and support.
Thad Wind
Principal, Round Mountain Schools
Dear Round Mountain Families,
The safety of our students is our highest priority. I am writing to inform you that the Middle/High School building was cleared this morning due to a possible propane leak.
Please be assured that all students are safe and accounted for. Parents and guardians are currently being notified of this incident.
Our staff acted immediately to ensure student safety. The propane supplier and maintenance personnel were notified, and the propane tanks have been shut off. During practice drills, your student learned that a building clearance or evacuation means students follow instructions to exit to a designated safe area for attendance.
We are monitoring the situation closely and will send another notification as soon as the building is cleared for re-entry. We ask that you please monitor the Nye County School District website or Facebook page for additional updates rather than calling the school, so that our phone lines remain open for emergency coordination.
Thank you for your patience and support.
Thad Wind
Principal, Round Mountain Schools
Own a unique piece of artistry and support a great cause with the Gabbs Tarantulas Handmade Quilt Raffle! The drawing is April 23rd, 2026, so scan the code or buy your online tickets today at https://snap.nyeschools.org/gabbsquilt — just $5 for one, or 5 for $20! Money will go into the school's activity fund for student activities.
NCSD is also participating! NCSD will be in attendance to provide information and answer questions!
