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WELCOME TO FABULOUS DUANE D. KELLER MIDDLE SCHOOL IN LAS VEGAS, NEVADA! #SOARINGHIGHER
Here, you will find an archive of posted News and Announcements
Title I Parent Meeting
Our annual Title I Parent Meeting is scheduled for Monday 22 September 2025 at 9:00am. If you would like to attend, please arrive at the school and check in with the main office. They will direct you toward the library.
FY26_ANNUAL_PARENT_MEETING_POWERPOINT.pptx.pdfCCSD Family Engagement Event
Hello Families,
The Clark County School District (CCSD) is excited to invite you to the 2025 Family Engagement Summit! Join us for this event, hosted by the Nevada Department of Education, on Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Northwest Career and Technical Academy (8200 W Tropical Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89149).
The summit will feature engaging workshops, a resource fair, and a live panel of speakers covering vital topics like mental health, school safety, and strategies for academic success. Enjoy FREE breakfast, lunch, and exclusive swag while supplies last!
Your family may attend the full event or choose the portion that best fits your schedule. There will be interactive sessions for adults and children, or you may utilize our free childcare for Nevada students to attend adult-focused sessions.
Please register here. If you have any questions, contact the Family Engagement Department at (702) 799-0303 or familyengagement@nv.ccsd.net.
Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdkmlRoio_5OFfhF5wPyo3yhpggAhnw6PdzOhvhxL-qrrSCtw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=111210523821205362339
Labor Day Holiday
LaborDay.MOVHere’s Brayden, Symphony, and Azaliyah with an important announcement! There’s no school tomorrow, Monday 1 September in observance of the Labor Day holiday. We’ll see you on Tuesday, Jayhawks!
Welcome Back!
Welcome Back!
Welcome back to the 2025-2026 school year, Jayhawks! We are excited to SOAR HIGHER with you this year!
Summer Break is Here!!
Summer Information
Summer office hours for registration are from 8:00am-1:00pm.
Summer school for registered students runs 2 June 2025-20 June 2025 from 8:00am-11:40am.
Safe Routes to School Art Contest
Congratulations to Jacqueline Arcos Haro for winning 2nd place in the CCSD Safe Routes to School Art Contest. Her artwork will be displayed on RTC buses and bus stops throughout the valley. She was honored on Friday 5 May 2025 for her efforts and received a brand new iPad.
Mountain Fair
Greetings from the Mountain!
Our Sunrise Mountain Family would like to invite all of your families to our Mountain Fair. The fair is directed by our Social Worker, Mr Tarboro and a long list of supporters both within the school and the surrounding areas. This family engagement activity is to provide resources and support with food and fun. There will be free food for the first 200 families. There will be activities for everyone. Please see the flyer for all details.
Keller Student Council Recognized
Keller's Student Council has been recognized by the National Association of Student Councils (NASC) as a 2025 National Gold Council of Excellence (NCOE).
This prestigious award is a testament to the highest standards of quality, leadership, innovation, and community engagement that Keller's Student Council demonstrates through its operation, projects, and activites.
Keller would like to congratulate our Student Council members, as well as our advisers, Ms. Cindy Dayton and Mrs. Natasha Lee.
Las Vegas Aces Attendance Challenge
In partnership with the Las Vegas Aces, the CCSD Community Engagement Department is proud to welcome Keller Middle School to the Las Vegas Aces Attendance Challenge. As a participating school, Keller will be listed as an Aces Attendance Challenge school on their website and receive an Aces Challenge banner to proudly display on campus.
Keller is also participating in the Aces' attendance contest. During Quarters 2-3 of the 2024-2025 school year, the CCSD Community Engagement Department and CCSD Office of Attendance Enforcement will work together to track the attendance data of the schools participating. Contest participants with the highest decrease in chronic absenteeism (from end of Quarter 1 to end of Quarter 3) will be selected by the Aces in Quarter 4 to receive prizes that could include Aces game tickets, Aces merchandise, and more!
UPDATE - Las Vegas Aces Attendance Challenge
Please see the attached video message from A'ja Wilson of the Las Vegas Aces!
Aces Attendance Challenge - A Wilson.mp4May Tutor 2025.pdfMay Tutoring
Tutoring continues in the month of May 2025.
Monday - History
Tuesday - Science
Wednesday - ELA and Math
Thursday - Math
The last day of tutoring will be Thursday, 15 May 2025.
Congratulations to Keller's own Mrs. Shavonne Liddic!
Congratulations to Ms. Liddic on winning the UNLV Teacher of the Game award! She will receive this amazing recognition at the UNLV—UNR game on Friday, February 28th.
"This teacher is a master at her craft. She is the only math teacher I have known where kids are excited to go to *math* class because they like learning. She also ran an award winning robotics program at a Title I school and as a STEM teacher she is inspiring young girls to get involved in traditionally male dominated fields. This is no easy feat on either account, but then again that's just a Tuesday morning for Ms. because she is just like that- all steady, dependable and truest to the cause of teaching kids- their betterment. Liddic is a model for what CCSD should strive for and yet her humble nature would roll six feet under if she knew she was up for this award. She truly does what she does because she loves education. She inspires me to be a better teacher each day and she deserves ALL recognition in the world for what she does because HOW she does it. Finding ways to innovate math and make it personal for kids isn't easy but it is important. Seeing how she helped foster the drive to the top for our valedictorian race that was both friendly, yet competitive helped set a great example that life is competitive but it also doesn't need to be abrasive, rude or mean spirited. Heck, this wasn't just a lesson for students, but a master class learning experience for anybody who could see this. I don't often nominate other teachers for their effort, but this is one lady I have tried to beat the drum for in the past but she hasn't won anything. A feather in her cap for what she does isn't what she is looking for, but it's what she deserves. I believe this to be true so much that when I finally achieved a lifelong dream of mine to be the designee for teacher of the year from my campus, I actually tried to turn down the nomination because I felt that she was far more worthy of that award than I was (that year and every year). So, it's with the best of intentions and the utmost respect that I nominate Shavonne Liddic for this award."
Spring Break is 17-21 March 2025
There is no school for students, but our office will be open from 7am-1pm every day.
Enjoy the break, Jayhawks! You deserve it!
AZAC.pdfAZAC Information
The Attendance Zone Advisory Committee (AZAC) has made its recommendation regarding the attendance zone changes resulting from the closing of Robison Middle School.
Please see the attached information regarding the Committee's recommendations.
Attendance Zone Advisory Commission (AZAC) Info
The Attendance Zone Advisory Commission (AZAC) is evaluating the attendance zones of your school during the 2024–2025 zoning season. The next meeting to discuss rezoning will be held at Desert Pines High School at 3800 Harris Avenue, Las Vegas NV 89110 on Tuesday, 14 January 2025. The AZAC process begins in the fall and culminates in the spring with approval of zoning recommendations by the Board of School Trustees. More information about this process may be found on the AZAC website at azac.ccsd.net. Your input is a valuable part of this process. If you wish to share your opinion or have any questions, but are unable to attend the meeting, please mail your comments to AZAC, 1180 Military Tribute Place, Henderson, NV 89074, or email the commission at (702) 799-0239. Your AZAC member will return your call at their earliest opportunity.
DZG-96093 - M1 - 2024–25 Proposal Flyer (Public Input).pdfAnnual CCSD Districtwide Survey
The annual Districtwide Survey for parents/guardians, students, and staff is intended to provide information for Clark County School District (CCSD) and schools regarding progress toward District priorities and to comply with the requirements of the Board of School Trustees and the Nevada Department of Education. The survey takes less than ten minutes to complete and is a vital part of the District’s annual self-assessment. The survey opened on Monday, October 28, 2024, and will be available until 5:00 p.m., Friday, December 20, 2024.
Parents and Guardians are encouraged to submit their 2024–2025 Districtwide Parent/Guardian Survey online using a computer, laptop, or other mobile device at https://www.ccsd.net/survey. Any parents or guardians with children enrolled in a CCSD school are eligible to take the survey.
Attendance Incentive Jan 2025.pdfJanuary Attendance Competition
The grade level with the highest attendance percentage during first block will receive a pajama pass for Friday, 31 January!
The contest runs 6 - 27 January.
SBAC Shirt 24-25.pdfSBAC T-Shirt Contest!
Help us design our 2025 SBAC student shirt! Scan the QR code and submit your slogan by January 31, 2025!
Slogans must be school appropriate, positive, and encouraging, related to SBAC, and not contain emojis.
Eastside Resource Night
This family event will be held on Tuesday, February 11th, at Las Vegas High School from 5:30 - 7:30 pm. There will be free pupusas for the first 500 attendees. Also, LVHS StuCo will provide free child care when you RSVP for the event. See the attached flyers for all of the information!
Basketball Pink Out
On Friday 14 February, the home basketball game will be a pink out!
Please come to the game and wear pink to support our school!
Adults - $3
Students - $1
Attendance Zone Advisory Commission (AZAC) Info
The Attendance Zone Advisory Commission (AZAC) is evaluating the attendance zones of your school during the 2024–2025 zoning season. The next meeting to discuss rezoning will be held at the Edward A. Greer Education Center Boardroom, 2932 East Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, NV 89121, on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. The agenda and reference items can be found by clicking here. The AZAC process begins in the fall and culminates in the spring with approval of zoning recommendations by the Board of School Trustees. More information about this process may be found on the AZAC website at azac.ccsd.net. Your input is a valuable part of this process. If you wish to share your opinion or have any questions, but are unable to attend the meeting, please mail your comments to AZAC, 1180 Military Tribute Place, Henderson, NV 89074, or email the commission at (702) 799-0239. Your AZAC member will return your call at their earliest opportunity.
Winter Break
Vacaciones de Invierno
Winter Break is 21 December 2024-5 January 2025. There is no school for students. The office will be open each day from 7:00am - 1:00pm, except for 24-25 December 2024 and 1 January 2025, when the office will be closed. Enjoy the break, Jayhawks!
Las Vacaciones de Invierno son del 21 de Diciembre de 2024 al 5 de Enero de 2025. No habrá clases para los estudiantes. La oficina estará abierta todos los días de 7:00 am - 1:00 pm, excepto el 24 y 25 de Diciembre de 2024 y el 1 de Enero de 2025, cuando la oficina estará cerrada. ¡Disfruten las vacaciones, Jayhawks!
ATTENDANCE COMPETITION
The grade level with the highest attendance percentage during first block will receive a hat pass for Friday, 13 December!
The contest runs 19 November - 10 December.
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Attendance Zone Advisory Commission (AZAC) Info
The Attendance Zone Advisory Commission (AZAC) is evaluating the attendance zones of Keller Middle School during the 2024–2025 zoning season. The next meeting to discuss rezoning will be held at the Edward A. Greer Education Center Boardroom, 2932 East Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, NV 89121, on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. The agenda and reference items can be found by clicking here. The AZAC process begins in the fall and culminates in the spring with the approval of zoning recommendations by the Board of School Trustees. More information about this process may be found on the AZAC website at azac.ccsd.net. Your input is a valuable part of this process. If you wish to share your opinion or have any questions, but are unable to attend the meeting, please mail your comments to AZAC, 1180 Military Tribute Place, Henderson, NV 89074, or call the commission at (702) 799-0239. Your AZAC member will return your call at their earliest opportunity.
Fall Sports Events
Monday, 30 September 2024 - Flag Football at Monaco Middle School - Boys Only
Tuesday, 1 October 2024 - Cross Country at Basic Academy (Heritage Park)
Monday, 7 October 2024 - Flag Football Home vs. Lyon Middle School
Wednesday, 16 October 2024 - Flag Football at J.D. Smith Middle School - Boys Only
Wednesday, 16 October 2024 - Cross Country at Las Vegas High School
Monday, 21 October 2024 - Flag Football Home vs. Robison Middle School - Boys Only
Tuesday, 22 October 2024 - Flag Football at Von Tobel Middle School
Thursday, 24 October 2024 - Flag Football Home vs. Mack Middle School
Tuesday, 29 October 2024 - Flag Football Home vs. Monaco Middle School - Boys Only - 8th Grade Night
Thursday, 31 October 2024 - Flag Football at Lyon Middle School
Harvest Festival!
The annual Keller Harvest Festival is set for Friday, 1 November from 3:00-5:00pm
There will be games, performances by the KMS Mariachi and Folklorico, and food available for purchase.
SOT Elections Open Now
Elections for the parent seats on the Duane D. Keller Middle School School Organization Team (SOT) are open from Monday, 23 September through Wednesday, 25 September 2024. Please click the link below to vote for the open seats on the SOT.
Las elecciones para los asientos de padres en el Equipo de Organización Escolar (SOT) de la Escuela Secundaria Duane D. Keller están abiertas desde el lunes 23 de septiembre hasta el miércoles 25 de septiembre de 2024. Por favor, haga clic en el enlace a continuación para votar por los asientos disponibles en el SOT.
School Organization Team Elections
SOT - Upcoming Elections for 2024-2025 School Year
The School Organizational Team (SOT) is a pivotal part of our school community. It provides guidance and input on budget, operations, and the school improvement process. More information on the function of the school organizational team can be found at reorg.ccsd.net. Our school has four parent representatives who make up part of our eight-member team.
If you are interested in serving on our school's School Organizational Team, please reply to this email or call the school office at 702-799-3220 ext 4100 to express your willingness to participate in the election process. Voting will be held from Monday, September 23, 2024, to Wednesday, September 25, 2024.
SOT Elections.pdf(Spanish).pdfPicture Day is Friday, 13 September 2024
Pics English.pdfPics Spanish.pdfCCSD Newsroom Highlights Mariachi Alas Doradas
Flag Football Flyer.pdfBack to School Meet and Greet
Meet and Greet 24-25 (1).pdfKMS Cheer at the NCA Cheer Camp
Under Coach Cecilee French, our Jayhawk Cheer Team tried new stunts and worked to build bonds with teams from Las Vegas, Arizona, and New Mexico. Some of our team were nominated for and received the prestigious title of "All American", which is a high honor in cheerleading, given when a cheerleader demonstrates a high level of skill in the areas of jumps, dance, tumbling, or cheer. One of our girls was given the “Pin it Forward Award” that is given by camp staff to athletes they see exemplify leadership and kindness. The recipient then gives their second pin to another another athlete they see exemplifying the same qualities. She chose to pin an athlete from Mater Academy who was extremely kind and supportive of our team.
Health and School Safety Tools at School Public Service Announcements
All schools are equipped with life-saving tools for emergencies. Public service announcements have been created to share with all stakeholders. Please click on the link below for additional information.
6-12 Starting the School Year - Full STEAM Ahead.pdfK-5 Starting the School Year - Full STEAM Ahead.pdf
Summer Break - Vacaciones de Verano
Summer Break - Vacaciones de Verano
Summer Break for Clark County School District is from Tuesday, 21 May 2024 until Sunday, 11 August 2024. School for students resumes for the 2024-2025 school year on Monday, 12 August 2024.
Las vacaciones de verano para el Distrito Escolar del Condado de Clark son desde el Martes 21 de Mayo de 2024 hasta el Domingo 11 de Agosto de 2024. Las clases para los estudiantes se reanudan para el año escolar 2024-2025 el Lunes 12 de Agosto de 2024.
2024-2025-school-calendar-students.pdf
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