Classified Council The Classified Council serves as an advisory group to the CSN President and is concerned with matters of Classified employee relations. It provides a forum for Classified employee suggestions, questions, or concerns. The Classified Council receives, considers, and makes recommendations on policies and procedures and provides a means of communication and dissemination of information to Classified employees of the College. Officers and Representatives Meetings and Events Classified Council Bylaws Get Involved Additional Resources Classified Employee of the Month (CEOM) 2025–2026 Classified Council Executive Board: Chair: Sarah TartagliaChair-Elect: Chayvon ReevesSecretary: Virginia GamboaTreasurer: Sonia “Sonni” KingNCC Representative: Derita Hopkins (NSHE Classified Council)Media Coordinator: Jennifer Cross. Campus Representatives:West Charleston – Erna Chakhnazarian, Tracy D’Ambrosia, James Willis, and Gersom AbivaNorth Las Vegas – Shontai BanksHenderson – Joshua Rushing and Ariana De La Torre The Classified Council schedules a monthly gathering from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm on the 3rd Thursday of each month. However, dates may vary due to holidays or other planned events. The sessions are conducted in a hybrid setup, allowing Classified Staff to participate either in person or through Teams. For individuals interested in joining from a distance, please utilize the link that is included within the monthly meeting agenda, which is shared by the Classified Council.Meeting Schedule(Virtual meetings are open to all Classified staff from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The Executive Board (officers and representatives) meet prior to that, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM on the same dates.)July 17August 21September 18October 16November 20December 18January 15February 19March 19April 16May 21June 18.Upcoming Important Dates and EventsCSN Hosts Luncheon Honoring Classified Staff Classified Council BylawsAny classified employee may submit written, proposed amendment(s) to the Bylaws to a Council representative. This proposal will become an action item at the next scheduled Council meeting.Contact CSN Classified Council with your suggestions at classifiedcouncil@csn.edu The Classified Council consists of elected representatives on each campus who meet monthly to discuss and collaborate with all Classified employees regarding the work climate, shared governance, and other related topics. The Classified Council hosts several events throughout the year in benefit of Classified employees to enhance moral and encourage professional development.Representative Responsibilities:Attend required meetings and events.Maintain a line of communication with Classified employees.When needed sit on committees that require Classified representation.Representative elections run from May- June, with elected representatives terms being 2 years. Terms go from July 1- June 30.Would you like to learn more? Click the button below.GET INVOLVED CSN Human ResourcesWorkdayEmployee Benefits & RetirementPEBP (Public Employees' Benefits Program)Catastrophic Leave Donation FormGrant-In-Aid GIA Classified Dependents PolicyClassified and Professional staff may now process their Grant-In-Aid application for themselves, spouses, and dependents through Workday.Book VouchersCSN BylawsCSN Policies & ProceduresCSN Shared GovernanceNSHE BOR Handbook (Code) and Policies The purpose of the Classified Employee of the Month Award is to recognize exceptional classified employees who stand out among the many employees that consistently perform at a high level. The Classified Employee of the Month will receive $200.00, a certificate, a designated parking spot, and be recognized on a plaque at all three (3) campuses.Qualifications for NomineesMust be a CSN classified employee for at least one (1) year.Must not have won the award within a 36-month period.If you would like to nominate someone for Classified Employee of the Month, please submit the nomination form to the Classified Council Chair-Elect, Chayvon Reeves, via email or interoffice mail by the 10th of the month.Nominees that are not selected as the CEOM, will be considered for 2 additional months.CEOM Nomination Form Past Award WinnersSpring 2024January - Michael Canada, FacilitiesFall 2024November - Richard RoseDecember - Beth PhelpsSpring 2025January - Derita HopkinsMarch - Veronica Ochoa May - Suzanna Sardarian Officers and Representatives 2025–2026 Classified Council Executive Board: Chair: Sarah TartagliaChair-Elect: Chayvon ReevesSecretary: Virginia GamboaTreasurer: Sonia “Sonni” KingNCC Representative: Derita Hopkins (NSHE Classified Council)Media Coordinator: Jennifer Cross. Campus Representatives:West Charleston – Erna Chakhnazarian, Tracy D’Ambrosia, James Willis, and Gersom AbivaNorth Las Vegas – Shontai BanksHenderson – Joshua Rushing and Ariana De La Torre Meetings and Events The Classified Council schedules a monthly gathering from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm on the 3rd Thursday of each month. However, dates may vary due to holidays or other planned events. The sessions are conducted in a hybrid setup, allowing Classified Staff to participate either in person or through Teams. For individuals interested in joining from a distance, please utilize the link that is included within the monthly meeting agenda, which is shared by the Classified Council.Meeting Schedule(Virtual meetings are open to all Classified staff from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The Executive Board (officers and representatives) meet prior to that, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM on the same dates.)July 17August 21September 18October 16November 20December 18January 15February 19March 19April 16May 21June 18.Upcoming Important Dates and EventsCSN Hosts Luncheon Honoring Classified Staff Classified Council Bylaws Classified Council BylawsAny classified employee may submit written, proposed amendment(s) to the Bylaws to a Council representative. This proposal will become an action item at the next scheduled Council meeting.Contact CSN Classified Council with your suggestions at classifiedcouncil@csn.edu Get Involved The Classified Council consists of elected representatives on each campus who meet monthly to discuss and collaborate with all Classified employees regarding the work climate, shared governance, and other related topics. The Classified Council hosts several events throughout the year in benefit of Classified employees to enhance moral and encourage professional development.Representative Responsibilities:Attend required meetings and events.Maintain a line of communication with Classified employees.When needed sit on committees that require Classified representation.Representative elections run from May- June, with elected representatives terms being 2 years. Terms go from July 1- June 30.Would you like to learn more? Click the button below.GET INVOLVED Additional Resources CSN Human ResourcesWorkdayEmployee Benefits & RetirementPEBP (Public Employees' Benefits Program)Catastrophic Leave Donation FormGrant-In-Aid GIA Classified Dependents PolicyClassified and Professional staff may now process their Grant-In-Aid application for themselves, spouses, and dependents through Workday.Book VouchersCSN BylawsCSN Policies & ProceduresCSN Shared GovernanceNSHE BOR Handbook (Code) and Policies Classified Employee of the Month (CEOM) The purpose of the Classified Employee of the Month Award is to recognize exceptional classified employees who stand out among the many employees that consistently perform at a high level. The Classified Employee of the Month will receive $200.00, a certificate, a designated parking spot, and be recognized on a plaque at all three (3) campuses.Qualifications for NomineesMust be a CSN classified employee for at least one (1) year.Must not have won the award within a 36-month period.If you would like to nominate someone for Classified Employee of the Month, please submit the nomination form to the Classified Council Chair-Elect, Chayvon Reeves, via email or interoffice mail by the 10th of the month.Nominees that are not selected as the CEOM, will be considered for 2 additional months.CEOM Nomination Form Past Award WinnersSpring 2024January - Michael Canada, FacilitiesFall 2024November - Richard RoseDecember - Beth PhelpsSpring 2025January - Derita HopkinsMarch - Veronica Ochoa May - Suzanna Sardarian Classified Employee of the Month for December 2025Congratulations to Valerie Polmmer, Administrative Assistant III at our North Las Vegas campus, for being nominated and awarded CEOM for December 2025. Classified Council thanks you for all your hard work.