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CCSD Renames Health Services Building After Former Chief Nurse
The district honors the life and legacy of Yvette Wintermute, who led the team at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Apr. 3, 2026 at 5:58am
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The renaming of CCSD's health services building honors the lasting impact of former chief nurse Yvette Wintermute, whose compassionate leadership and advocacy for student wellness left an indelible mark on the district.Las Vegas TodayThe Clark County School District (CCSD) has formally renamed its health services building the Yvette Wintermute Building, honoring the former chief nurse who spent 20 years with the district and passed away in 2020. Wintermute's career was defined by leadership, compassion, and advocacy for student wellness, and the district has also unveiled a legacy wall and a UNLV memorial scholarship in her name.
Why it matters
Yvette Wintermute's dedication and impact on student health and wellness during her two decades with CCSD, including her leadership at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, have left a lasting impression on the district. Renaming the health services building and establishing other memorials in her honor recognizes her significant contributions and serves as an inspiration for future generations of nurses and educators.
The details
Wintermute started as a school nurse and rose to become CCSD's chief nurse, leading a team that was crucial at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. The district says her career was defined by her leadership, compassion, and advocacy for student wellness. In addition to renaming the health services building, CCSD has also unveiled a legacy wall and a UNLV memorial scholarship in Wintermute's name.
- Yvette Wintermute spent 20 years with CCSD.
- Wintermute passed away in 2020.
The players
Yvette Wintermute
Yvette Wintermute was the former chief nurse of the Clark County School District, where she spent 20 years advocating for student wellness and leading the district's health services team, including at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sheri McPartlin
Sheri McPartlin is the current chief nurse of the Clark County School District, and she described Wintermute as a true epitome of the nursing profession, known for her kindness, compassion, and unwavering support for her colleagues.
What they’re saying
“Yvette was not only a leader, but she was a friend. She was someone who would listen with as much time as you needed. She always remembered little details about you.”
— Sheri McPartlin, Chief Nurse, Clark County School District
“She was the true epitome of a nurse. Kind, compassionate, and just always there.”
— Sheri McPartlin, Chief Nurse, Clark County School District
What’s next
The district plans to hold a dedication ceremony for the newly renamed Yvette Wintermute Building in the coming months.
The takeaway
Yvette Wintermute's legacy as a compassionate, dedicated, and visionary leader in school nursing will continue to inspire the Clark County School District and the broader community through the renaming of the health services building, the establishment of a memorial scholarship, and the district's ongoing commitment to student wellness.
