LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Some Clark County School District teachers are frustrated after being turned away from their appointments for vaccines.

While teachers were able to successfully get their first dose of the vaccine others were not even thought they had an appointment.

The vaccine rollout for teachers has created some confusion.

Last week, the Clark County Education Association -- CCSD's largest teachers' union -- told 8 News Now that it's working with the county to start making appointments available for teachers.

"I think that’s part of the frustration that there’s a lot of miscommunication educators are scrambling trying to figure out where can I go, if they heard some have got it at Western High School and other locations. It’s been frustrating for them because they want to get it done as soon as possible," said Marie Neisess, president, CCEA.

Meanwhile, CCSD said it's working on a process and timeline for every educator. ... Read More

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Nevada ranks near the bottom in the nation when it comes to distributing the coronavirus vaccine.

Southern Nevada's biggest mass vaccination, Cashman Center, site reopens today after a three-day closure.

Those eligible for a vaccine include front-line health care workers, public safety personnel, school teachers and anyone 70 or older. An appointment is required.

According to an online tracker by Bloomberg news shows Nevada is 50th in the country for vaccination rates. That means less than five out of every 100 have received a shot.

 By comparison, Alaska leads the way with nearly 13% of the population vaccinated.

Nevada officials say the biggest issue is lack of supply and they're asking everyone to remain patient. On Friday, the state reported more than 137,000 Nevadans have received the vaccination... Read More

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — A major issue facing the Clark County School District is a shortage of teachers. 

As CCSD works to address that, some wonder if it can help solve another big issue — overcrowding in classrooms. 

Superintendent Dr. Jesus Jara says the school district has the largest class sizes in the country, and it is going to take more than hiring full-time teachers to solve the overcrowding problem.  

Meredith Freeman is the mother of twins. Her daughters are in 8th grade and familiar with packed classrooms prior to the pandemic.    

"It definitely is an issue that needs to be addressed,” Freeman said. "I remember my kids starting classes where the first couple days of school, someone had to sit on the floor because there weren't enough desks in the room." 

It is a situation the district knows not only impacts students, but also becomes a factor when hiring teacher candidates. ... Read More