Reminder: Today (Monday, October 27) is a one-hour early dismissal with conferences this evening. Tomorrow (Tuesday, October 28) is picture retake day.
Have you seen the new build on the corner of Garfield and Fillmore? It's the 2025-2026 Clarke Construction Trades House!
Twelve students are hard at work framing the home, which will be a 1,700 square foot, 3-bedroom home including two upstairs bathrooms and a walkout basement-- and the potential for 2 more rooms downstairs!
We love seeing our students gain hands-on, real-world experience through this incredible project!
Twelve students are hard at work framing the home, which will be a 1,700 square foot, 3-bedroom home including two upstairs bathrooms and a walkout basement-- and the potential for 2 more rooms downstairs!
We love seeing our students gain hands-on, real-world experience through this incredible project!
No school today means no Fist Bump Friday... but we’re still feeling the good vibes from last week!
Check out these awesome Science Bound students spreading positivity and connection with their Fist Bump Friday smiles! 👊✨
Science Bound is a program that encourages students to explore science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) careers — building confidence, leadership, and opportunity along the way!
Check out these awesome Science Bound students spreading positivity and connection with their Fist Bump Friday smiles! 👊✨
Science Bound is a program that encourages students to explore science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) careers — building confidence, leadership, and opportunity along the way!
October is National Principals Month, and we’re giving a huge shoutout to our amazing Clarke leaders — Dr. Schlomer, Dr. Kelly, and Ms. Clyde! 🎉
Reminder: There will be no school tomorrow, Friday, October 24th, for staff professional learning.
Monday, October 27th, and Thursday, October 30th will be 1-hour early dismissal days for conferences.
There will also be no school on Friday, October 31st.
Monday, October 27th, and Thursday, October 30th will be 1-hour early dismissal days for conferences.
There will also be no school on Friday, October 31st.
📚✨ The Rotary Club of Osceola is keeping a wonderful tradition alive! Each year, our 3rd grade students receive their very own dictionary — and this year was no exception!
These special books are so much more than just words — they’re filled with science and math facts, information about presidents and states, sign language, braille, and so much more!
Our students were thrilled to flip through the pages and explore all the amazing things inside. Thank you, Rotary Club of Osceola, for supporting learning and curiosity in our classrooms! ❤️
These special books are so much more than just words — they’re filled with science and math facts, information about presidents and states, sign language, braille, and so much more!
Our students were thrilled to flip through the pages and explore all the amazing things inside. Thank you, Rotary Club of Osceola, for supporting learning and curiosity in our classrooms! ❤️
All Clarke 6-8 grade students are invited to our first dance of the year! This year's Halloween dance will happen on Friday, October 24th from 5-7 pm in the middle school gym. School appropriate costumes are welcome. Admission is $3. Pop will be on sale for $2. After the dance is over at 7, head down to the football field and cheer on the varsity football team!
Students in 3C are hard at work on their animal reports, planning topic sentences and supporting details to make their writing shine. From snow leopards to peacocks, they’re loving learning about animals while creating some amazing pieces of writing!
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Los estudiantes en 3C están trabajando arduamente en sus informes sobre animales, planificando oraciones temáticas y detalles de apoyo para que su escritura brille. ¡Desde leopardos de las nieves hasta pavos reales, están disfrutando aprender sobre los animales mientras crean piezas de escritura increíbles!
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Los estudiantes en 3C están trabajando arduamente en sus informes sobre animales, planificando oraciones temáticas y detalles de apoyo para que su escritura brille. ¡Desde leopardos de las nieves hasta pavos reales, están disfrutando aprender sobre los animales mientras crean piezas de escritura increíbles!
🌟 K-2 Dual Language Students are STAR-ing in Spanish! 📚
Today, students in Mrs. Carrall and Mrs. Ramos’s classes were busy using STAR to test their Spanish reading proficiency. Keep up the great work, learners!
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🌟 ¡Los estudiantes de Dual Language K-2 brillan en STAR! 📚
Hoy, los estudiantes de las clases de Mrs. Carrall y Mrs. Ramos estuvieron usando STAR para evaluar su nivel de lectura en español. ¡Sigan con el gran trabajo, aprendices!
Today, students in Mrs. Carrall and Mrs. Ramos’s classes were busy using STAR to test their Spanish reading proficiency. Keep up the great work, learners!
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🌟 ¡Los estudiantes de Dual Language K-2 brillan en STAR! 📚
Hoy, los estudiantes de las clases de Mrs. Carrall y Mrs. Ramos estuvieron usando STAR para evaluar su nivel de lectura en español. ¡Sigan con el gran trabajo, aprendices!
Three Clarke seventh grade band members were accepted into South Central Iowa Bandmasters Association (SCIBA) Honor Bands. Malikai Utley, a seventh grade clarinet player, was chosen to participate in the Leeper Band. The Leeper Band is composed of a combination of eighth grade students who auditioned to earn their place, as well as seventh grade students who were nominated by their band directors. In addition, Nolan Shields, a seventh grade flute player, and Sangvane Ford, a seventh grade clarinet player, were chosen to represent Clarke in the Kinney Band. The Kinney Band consists solely of seventh grade musicians who were nominated by their band directors.
The SCIBA Honor Band Festival will be held on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, in the auditorium at Ankeny Centennial High School in Ankeny, Iowa. Students from 75 schools located in the south central portion of Iowa will rehearse together during the afternoon and present a concert for the public in the evening. Each of the three honor bands has approximately 100 participants. The Kinney Band will perform at 6:00 PM, followed by the Leeper Band at 6:45 PM. The Modlin Band will perform at 7:30 PM. The admission fee for audience members is $3 for adults and $2 for non-participating students.
The SCIBA Honor Band Festival will be held on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, in the auditorium at Ankeny Centennial High School in Ankeny, Iowa. Students from 75 schools located in the south central portion of Iowa will rehearse together during the afternoon and present a concert for the public in the evening. Each of the three honor bands has approximately 100 participants. The Kinney Band will perform at 6:00 PM, followed by the Leeper Band at 6:45 PM. The Modlin Band will perform at 7:30 PM. The admission fee for audience members is $3 for adults and $2 for non-participating students.
A beautiful fall day is perfect for a hearty, delicious meal of lasagna for lunch!
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¡Un hermoso día de otoño es perfecto para una comida abundante y deliciosa de lasaña para el almuerzo!
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¡Un hermoso día de otoño es perfecto para una comida abundante y deliciosa de lasaña para el almuerzo!
💚 Students learn best when they feel their best! Clarke is proud to partner with Hazel Health to offer free, confidential online therapy for all students — available from 7 AM–7 PM at school or home (with parent consent).
Hazel therapists help students:
✨ Build confidence and friendships
✨ Manage emotions and stress
✨ Strengthen communication skills
Learn more and sign up today at hazel.co so your student can access care when they need it most.
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💚 ¡Los estudiantes aprenden mejor cuando se sienten bien! Clarke se enorgullece de asociarse con Hazel Health para ofrecer terapia en línea gratuita y confidencial para todos los estudiantes, disponible de 7 a.m. a 7 p.m. en la escuela o en casa (con el consentimiento de los padres).
Los terapeutas de Hazel ayudan a los estudiantes a:
✨ Fortalecer la confianza y las amistades
✨ Manejar las emociones y el estrés
✨ Mejorar las habilidades de comunicación
Obtén más información y regístrate hoy en hazel.co para que tu estudiante pueda acceder al apoyo cuando más lo necesite.
Hazel therapists help students:
✨ Build confidence and friendships
✨ Manage emotions and stress
✨ Strengthen communication skills
Learn more and sign up today at hazel.co so your student can access care when they need it most.
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💚 ¡Los estudiantes aprenden mejor cuando se sienten bien! Clarke se enorgullece de asociarse con Hazel Health para ofrecer terapia en línea gratuita y confidencial para todos los estudiantes, disponible de 7 a.m. a 7 p.m. en la escuela o en casa (con el consentimiento de los padres).
Los terapeutas de Hazel ayudan a los estudiantes a:
✨ Fortalecer la confianza y las amistades
✨ Manejar las emociones y el estrés
✨ Mejorar las habilidades de comunicación
Obtén más información y regístrate hoy en hazel.co para que tu estudiante pueda acceder al apoyo cuando más lo necesite.
Ms. Cavalier’s High School Biology classes are back at it with the microscopes! Students are studying Daphnia (tiny water fleas) and observing how acetylcholine bromide affects their heart rate.
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¡Las clases de Biología de la escuela secundaria de la Sra. Cavalier están de vuelta con los microscopios! Los estudiantes están estudiando Daphnia (pequeñas pulgas de agua) y observando cómo el bromuro de acetilcolina afecta su ritmo cardíaco.
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¡Las clases de Biología de la escuela secundaria de la Sra. Cavalier están de vuelta con los microscopios! Los estudiantes están estudiando Daphnia (pequeñas pulgas de agua) y observando cómo el bromuro de acetilcolina afecta su ritmo cardíaco.
💡 BECOME A SUBSTITUTE TEACHER! 💡
Have you ever thought about becoming a substitute teacher? Now’s a great time to start!
Subbing is a flexible, rewarding way to support students while making a difference in your community. Training through Green Hills AEA is quick, affordable, and available in virtual, in-person, or asynchronous formats.
👉 The best part? The cost is less than what you’ll earn on your first day in the classroom! Clarke now pays $165 per day!
Register today: https://bit.ly/40iXGcm
What a night for Clarke XC at the Mt. Ayr meet! 🌟
🏅 Isabell Hay medaled with an impressive 8th place finish!
👏 Our Varsity Boys Team finished 4th out of 24 teams — incredible effort!
👏 Joseph DeVore, Liam Caldwell, and Natalie McGaw were just shy of the medals but ran strong, competitive races!
👏 Casey Wade took 1st place in the Guardians Race!
👏 Middle School Girls Team brought home 3rd place overall!
So proud of all our runners for their hard work, determination, and team spirit!
🏅 Isabell Hay medaled with an impressive 8th place finish!
👏 Our Varsity Boys Team finished 4th out of 24 teams — incredible effort!
👏 Joseph DeVore, Liam Caldwell, and Natalie McGaw were just shy of the medals but ran strong, competitive races!
👏 Casey Wade took 1st place in the Guardians Race!
👏 Middle School Girls Team brought home 3rd place overall!
So proud of all our runners for their hard work, determination, and team spirit!
Reminder: Scholarship & FAFSA informational night is tonight from 6:00-7:00 (English) and 7:00-8:00 (bilingual) in the MS Commons. Please use entrance#1 (AD Office entrance)
📸✨ Say Cheese… Again! ✨📸
Picture Retake Day is coming up on Monday, October 28!
If you missed picture day or need a redo, this is your chance to get that perfect smile. 😁
Picture Retake Day is coming up on Monday, October 28!
If you missed picture day or need a redo, this is your chance to get that perfect smile. 😁
🎮 Game Night this Friday! 🎮
Calling all 8th graders and up — join us for a night of fun and friendly competition in the LMC from 7:00–11:00 PM! Bring your friends and get ready to game, laugh, and make great memories. Don’t miss it!
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🎮 ¡Noche de juegos este viernes! 🎮
Llamando a todos los estudiantes de 8.º grado en adelante — ¡únete a nosotros para una noche de diversión y competencia amistosa en el LMC de 7:00 a 11:00 p.m.! Trae a tus amigos y prepárate para jugar, reír y crear grandes recuerdos. ¡No te lo pierdas!
Calling all 8th graders and up — join us for a night of fun and friendly competition in the LMC from 7:00–11:00 PM! Bring your friends and get ready to game, laugh, and make great memories. Don’t miss it!
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🎮 ¡Noche de juegos este viernes! 🎮
Llamando a todos los estudiantes de 8.º grado en adelante — ¡únete a nosotros para una noche de diversión y competencia amistosa en el LMC de 7:00 a 11:00 p.m.! Trae a tus amigos y prepárate para jugar, reír y crear grandes recuerdos. ¡No te lo pierdas!
A huge thank you to Coach Michael Fischels for presenting at tonight’s Clarke School Board meeting! He spotlighted the incredible growth of our Strength and Conditioning program — from just 53 students enrolled in 2020 to now over 172 of 227 athletes enrolled, plus 21 non-athletes participating as well!
We’re so proud of our students for their commitment to improving every day and grateful for Coach Fischels’ strong leadership and dedication to helping our Clarke athletes reach their full potential!
We’re so proud of our students for their commitment to improving every day and grateful for Coach Fischels’ strong leadership and dedication to helping our Clarke athletes reach their full potential!
🎉 NO TARDY PARTY TIME! 🎉
Last week, Clarke Middle School students who had fewer than 5 tardies in the first 4 weeks of school got to celebrate with a NO TARDY PARTY! This time, the reward was an awesome game of dodgeball 🏐💥
Way to go, students, for showing up on time and ready to learn—your hard work and punctuality paid off!
Last week, Clarke Middle School students who had fewer than 5 tardies in the first 4 weeks of school got to celebrate with a NO TARDY PARTY! This time, the reward was an awesome game of dodgeball 🏐💥
Way to go, students, for showing up on time and ready to learn—your hard work and punctuality paid off!
