Jhone Ebert Appointed as New Superintendent of Clark County School District, the Fifth-Largest in U.S., with Unanimous 7-0 Vote

The Clark County School Board has appointed Jhone Ebert as the new superintendent of the Clark County School District (CCSD), the fifth-largest school district in the United States. The board's decision came during a meeting where trustees voted unanimously, with a vote count of 7-0. Ebert, who previously served as the State Superintendent of Public Instruction, received strong backing from both voting and non-voting trustees, as well as community members. The appointment follows a series of discussions among board members regarding the candidates, including concerns about Ebert's ability to address the district's challenges. Many trustees expressed hope that Ebert would bring positive changes to the district, although some critics highlighted the need for a focus on improving student achievement rather than maintaining the status quo.