News & Announcements

We are excited to remind you of our new additions to our district leadership team for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. Beginning this July, we welcomed our new Superintendent, Deputy Superintendent, and Executive Director of Human Resources. These dedicated professionals bring a wealth of experience and a shared commitment to fostering an enriching educational environment for our students.

We look forward to their leadership and the positive impact they will have on our school community.

Have a fantastic summer, and we can’t wait to see you in the new school year!

Lyon CSD Superintendent

 

Mr. Logan has been diligently serving as the Deputy Superintendent since July 2018. His extensive background includes 3 years as the Human Resource Director for Lyon County School District and 4 years as the principal at Dayton High School. Before assuming the role of principal, Mr. Logan dedicated 3 years as an assistant principal at Dayton High School, and an additional year as the Athletic Director. His journey in education commenced with 8 years of teaching experience as a math teacher at Dayton High School, preceded by 1 year as a middle school math teacher at a school in Utah.

 

Lyon CSD Deputy Superintendent

 

 

Mrs. Huckaby comes with many years of experience in education including her time in WCSD as their Chief Human Resource Director. She has since been with Lyon CSD now for 6 years as our Executive Director of Human Resources. She has been a integral part of the LCSD executive cabinet team and her leadership on the team has been paramount to the success of our district. Dawn already has a great relationship with the board, administrators, teachers, classified employees, and our communities. She has been a great team player, hard worker, and dedicated to our District. Her leadership style encourages open communication and cooperation, resulting in increased staff morale and productivity.

 

 

 

 

Lyon CSD Executive Director - Human Resources

 

 

Mrs. Hogan has been in education for 31 years - 24 years which have been with Lyon County School District. We are excited for BillieJo and for using her skills that she has gained over the past 31 years. In her most recent position as a principal, she has become familiar with and utilized many HR skills. BillieJo exemplifies these many qualities and Lyon CSD is excited to have her part of cabinet and serving the district as a whole.

 

 

 

 

 

 

What is Work-Based Learning (WBL)?

Work Based Learn provides students in grades K-12 the opportunity to learn about, explore, and experience different careers and professions.   

Work-Based Learning (WBL) is an educational approach that bridges the gap between the classroom and the workplace.

It provides students with opportunities to gain real-world experience, develop job-related skills, and explore potential career paths while still in school. WBL programs are designed to connect academic learning with practical application, preparing students for success in the workforce and beyond.

Through work-based learning, students can engage in a variety of activities, including internships, apprenticeships, job shadowing, co-op programs, and more. These experiences allow them to:

1. **Apply Classroom Knowledge**: WBL enables students to apply what they learn in school to real-world situations. This practical application enhances their understanding and retention of academic concepts.

2. **Develop Career Skills**: Students gain valuable skills that are essential for success in the workforce, such as problem-solving, communication, teamwork, and time management.

3. **Explore Career Pathways**: WBL helps students explore different career options, giving them a clearer picture of what various professions entail. This exploration is crucial for making informed career choices.

4. **Build Professional Networks**: Students can establish connections with professionals in their chosen field, potentially leading to mentorships, job opportunities, and a broader understanding of the industry.

5. **Boost Confidence**: Work-based learning experiences instill confidence in students by allowing them to practice and refine their skills in authentic work environments.

Overall, WBL is a valuable component of K-12 education that prepares students for the transition from school to the workforce, ensuring they have the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to succeed in their chosen careers.

To create awareness around career paths and professions Lyon County School District hosted 7 career fairs; five of these fairs were held at the high school level, 2 at elementary schools, and 1 at a middle.  At each fair students were awarded the opportunity to speak with professionals, try out virtual reality technology, and participate in hands-on activities.  Attendees represented Nevada's in-demand occupations and traveled from across the state to inform our future workforce.  In addition to the career fairs, several local professionals donated their time to come into classrooms throughout the year to discuss their occupations, teach lessons, and answer questions students may have regarding their field.  

Lyon County School District has made the commitment to help students connect their classroom learning to authentic business and industry experiences.  Six students at Fernley High School volunteered to obtain IRS Tax Preparation Certifications and during the 2022 tax season donated their time to process taxes for 71 community members (this was at no cost to the taxpayer.)  

Smith Valley Schools has a working farm, and run several businesses related to the farm.  Each year students purchase poults in the spring, spend the next several months raising them and just before Thanksgiving process and sell the birds for Thanksgiving.  In addition to poultry, students also run and manage a greenhouse and honey business.  

Agricultural students at Yerington High run a very successful greenhouse, each spring the students sell off plants to members of the community.  

Students at Yerington High, Dayton High, and Fernley are studying to be nurses.  These students participate in clinical rotations at Northern Nevada Medical Center prior to taking their Certified Nursing Assistant exam in June.

Students at Dayton High this year purchased the materials to build a tiny home, once this home is completed they will auction it off to the community and use the proceeds to purchase the materials for their next home.  

Econ students from all 5 high schools participated in the Global Econ Summit.  This is a day-long event where students can use the skills they learned throughout the semester to foster international trade deals and build global relations.  

Students at Dayton High and Silver Stage High participated in a day-long Tool Rodeo with local independent electrical contractors.  This was a competition where the contractors taught students how to wire a light switch, with winning teams receiving prizes.

Some other noteworthy WBL experiences in LyonCSD:

Students studying Sports Medicine at Smith Valley Schools and Fernley High School assist with the taping, icing, and sports-related injuries at athletic events.  Seniors at Dayton High and Fernley High participated in a financial simulation where they were randomly assigned a credit score, spouse, and children.  Students then had to visit stations to pay bills based on their choices for housing, transportation, childcare, food and entertainment.  Students were unable to exceed their budget and had to analyze the spending choices they made.  These are just a handful of the many meaningful experiences students are gaining to help them discover their passion and become productive members of future workforces, and citizens of our communities.  

To further assist students in entering the workforce after college, military or high school Lyon County School District has placed an emphasis on assisting students in gaining Industry Recognized Credentials.  During the 2022/2023 school year students obtained over 400 Industry Recognized Credentials.  These credentials include OSHA 10, Certified Tax Preparer, various welding certifications, American Heart Association CPR, Stop the Bleed, Certified Nursing Assistant, CompTIA A+, ASVAB, and Heartsaver First Aid to name a few.  

While students in grades 11 and 12 can participate in Work Based Learning for credit, all students are welcome to and encouraged to participate.  If you have any questions or comments regarding Work Based Learning or Industry Recognized Credentials please reach out to Nicole Taylor, the Work Based Learning Coordinator at Ntaylor@lyoncsd.org.