William H Bailey Middle School

Parent Resources - Web Links

BEST Coalition for a Safe and Drug-Free Nevada
 

http://www.nvbest.org/
 

A school and community partnership to promote safe and drug-free lifestyles for the well-being of all Nevadans. 

The CGEA nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the needs of grieving children and families and to providing education and support to those who serve them.

Child & Family WebGuide
 

A directory that evaluates, describes and provides links to hundreds of sites containing child development research and practical advice.
 

A local public agency whose role is to help keep children safe including: Child Abuse Hotline (702) 399-0081, Child Protective Services, Child Haven and emergency shelter homes, Children's Advocacy Center, and the Parenting Project.

 

This web site is designed to provide information on counseling services available through the district.   It is also a support reference for students and parents on Post-Secondary Planning.   This planning information will help students prepare for their future educational decisions.
 

Community Service Agencies and Programs (PDF)
 

http://www.ccsd.net/edservices/documents/Communityservice.pdf
 

A resource guide for some of the following: Childcare Assistance, Counseling, Dental Providers, Domestic/Sexual Violence, Education/Training, Emergency Assistance, Employment, Family Resource Centers, Hotlines, Housing/Shelter, Law Enforcement/Emergency Services, Legal, Medical Service Providers, Mentoring, Parenting, Prenatal Care and Pregnancy Testing, Recreation and Leisure, Residential Treatment Programs, and Substance Abuse Treatment Programs.

DisciplineHelp.com
 

A reference source for resolving over 117 misbehaviors at school and home, and has a wealth of resources for parents and school personnel. 

 

Focus Adolescent Services
 

http://www.focusas.com/Nevada.html
 

An internet clearinghouse of information and resources to help and support families with troubled and at-risk teens. 

 

HELP of Southern Nevada
 

http://www.helpsonv.org/

HELP of Southern Nevada offers a variety of programs and services to help individuals and families increase their self-sufficiency and become less dependent on government assistance.

National Youth Violence Prevention Resource Center
 

This site is a “one-stop shop” for information on youth violence prevention, sponsored by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and other Federal agencies.

Nevada Career Information System (NCIS)
 

http://nvcis.intocareers.org/
 

The Nevada Career Information System (NCIS) is an invaluable resource for career counselors, school counselors, job seekers, students and educators.  The Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation makes the NCIS available to Nevadans free of charge.

ParenTeen Solutions
 

http://www.co.clark.nv.us/JJS/Central%20Support/parent_solutions.htm

This program is designed for parents of youths 11 to 17 years old. The program focuses on family strengths and fosters growth and trust between parents and youths. Parents learn the importance of clear rules and consistent supervision to balance their child's behavior with positive social development. The program shows parents how to develop and practice a consistent, positive approach to discipline that teaches self- responsibility. Parents and youths participate in problem-solving and conflict resolution activities designed to promote a caring family environment.

Parent Information and Resource Centers (PIRCs)
 

http://www.pirc-info.net/

Their goal is to inform and educate parents, family advocates, educators, community organizers, and others committed to educational success for all students, especially low-income, minority, and English language learning students.

The White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanic Americans is a bilingual website for parents and those working with parents. It helps parents navigate the education system from early childhood through college, including facts--and myths--about college costs and 20 questions to ask high school guidance counselors. Meet Pablo the Eagle and access Spanish translations of favorite bedtime stories.