District to Host Meeting on Eagle Valley Middle School Construction

Event Date: 
January 21, 2021 - 6:00pm

To discuss classroom-space expansion plans for Eagle Valley Middle School (EVMS), the Carson City School District will host an in-person meeting in the EVMS gym, Thursday, Jan. 21, at 6 p.m.

Face masks and socially distanced protocols will be observed. The meeting will address anticipated long-term growth of the district and the need to find solutions for a growing school enrollment. Spanish translation will be available during the meeting.

The district is interested in community feedback regarding the proposed addition to the school and will take questions following the presentation. The meeting is open to the public.

Those who are unable to attend in person may provide comments at publiccomment@carson.k12.nv.us. Individuals are encouraged to share this invitation with colleagues, friends and neighbors who may also be interested in participating.

ABOUT Carson City School District

Located in Nevada’s capital, Carson City School District offers public education to approximately 7,600 students throughout Carson City. The district includes 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 alternative high school and 1 comprehensive high school. Carson City School District boasts many successes including impressive graduation rates, strict safety measures, programs for gifted students and advanced-placement classes, among several others. In a joint venture with Western Nevada College, the Carson City School District Jump Start College program allows students to complete their senior year of high school and freshman year of college simultaneously. For more information, visit carsoncityschools.com.

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