Clarke Activities

🤼‍♂️🔥 Our wrestlers had an incredible home meet on Thursday, showing strength and determination on the mat! 💪 Next up, they’re heading to Saydel this Saturday to compete again. Let’s keep the energy going—get out there and cheer them on to victory! ----- 🤼‍♂️🔥 ¡Nuestros luchadores tuvieron un increíble encuentro en casa el jueves, mostrando fuerza y determinación en el tapiz! 💪 El próximo desafío será este sábado en Saydel, donde volverán a competir. ¡Sigamos con la energía! ¡Salgan a apoyarlos y animarlos hacia la victoria! 🎉👏

Our Boys and Girls Bowling teams took on Centerville last Thursday and came out on top with BIG WINS! 💪🎉 Both teams played incredibly well—way to represent Clarke with pride and skill! ----- 🎳🔥 ¡Nuestros equipos de boliche masculino y femenino se enfrentaron a Centerville el jueves pasado y lograron GRANDES VICTORIAS! 💪🎉 Ambos equipos jugaron increíblemente bien—¡qué manera de representar a Clarke con orgullo y talento!

❄️🏀 Last week, we had an amazing time at our Winter Sports Kick-Off! Each fall activity was recognized, and we celebrated with some super fun games. 🎉 🎶 Musical Chairs was a blast, and Girls Basketball claimed the victory! 🏆 Meanwhile, the Seniors showed off their creativity and won the "Dress a Teacher as a Snowman" contest! ⛄👏 We're wishing ALL our winter sports teams the best of luck this season—go out there and make us proud! ----- ❄️🏀 ¡La semana pasada tuvimos un gran evento con nuestro Inicio de Temporada de Deportes de Invierno! Cada actividad de otoño fue reconocida, ¡y lo celebramos con juegos súper divertidos! 🎉 🎶 Las Sillas Musicales fueron un éxito, y el equipo de baloncesto femenino se llevó la victoria. 🏆 Por otro lado, ¡los seniors demostraron su creatividad y ganaron el concurso de "Vestir a un Maestro como un Muñeco de Nieve"! ⛄👏 ¡Le deseamos MUCHA SUERTE a todos nuestros equipos de deportes de invierno esta temporada!

🎶🎺 5th & 6th Grade Band Concert Tomorrow! 🎺🎶 Join us tomorrow, Thursday, December 5th for a night of music and talent at the 5th and 6th Grade Band Concert! 🕖 Time: 7:00 PM 📍 Location: High School Auditorium Come cheer on our young musicians as they showcase their hard work and dedication. We can't wait to see you there! 🎵🎉 ----- 🎶🎺 ¡Concierto de la Banda de 5to y 6to Grado Mañana! 🎺🎶 ¡Únete a nosotros mañana, jueves 5 de diciembre para una noche de música y talento en el Concierto de la Banda de 5to y 6to Grado! 🕖 Hora: 7:00 PM 📍 Lugar: Auditorio de la Escuela Secundaria Ven a animar a nuestros jóvenes músicos mientras muestran su arduo trabajo y dedicación. ¡Estamos emocionados de verte allí! 🎵🎉

🌟Calling All Future Cheerleaders! 🌟 Get ready for Clarke Peewee Cheer 2025! 🤩 Join us on January 31, 2025, for an unforgettable performance between the girls' and boys' basketball games! 🏀✨ 💸 Cost: $30 (includes a T-shirt and bow!) 📞 Have questions? Reach out to: 📱 Bobbie Cook: 641-414-8258 📱 Tori White: 641-414-7817 Don’t miss this chance to shine and cheer with the Clarke family! 🎉 Let’s bring the spirit! 🙌✨ ----- 🌟¡Llamando a Todas las Futuras Porristas! 🌟 ¡Prepárate para Clarke Peewee Cheer 2025! 🤩 Únete a nosotros el 31 de enero de 2025 para una presentación inolvidable entre los partidos de baloncesto de las chicas y los chicos. 🏀✨ 💸 Costo: $30 (incluye una camiseta y un moño) 📞 ¿Tienes preguntas? Contacta a: 📱 Bobbie Cook: 641-414-8258 📱 Tori White: 641-414-7817 ¡No te pierdas esta oportunidad de brillar y animar con la familia Clarke! 🎉 ¡Vamos a contagiar el espíritu! 🙌✨

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, December 10th, at 6:00 PM and join us for an unforgettable evening of music, sweets, and holiday cheer! 🎄 Hosted by the talented 5th Grade Choir, this magical event will transport you to the Renaissance era in the Clarke Elementary Gym. 🎟️ Admission is FREE, but you'll need a ticket to attend! To secure yours, contact Miss Minnick at annalise.minnick@clarkecsd.org today. Don’t miss this enchanting night filled with music and festive delights—we can’t wait to see you there!

The 4th and 5th grade concert is tomorrow, Tuesday, December 3rd! 4th Grade- 6:30 pm 5th Grade- 7:15 pm

🎶 Calling All Clarke Band Alumni! 🎶 Mark your calendars for Friday, December 13, and join the Clarke High School band for a fun-filled pep band night during the home games against Albia! 🎺🥁🎷 Here’s the plan: 🕠 5:30 PM – The band room opens for alumni to gather. 🕔 5:45 PM – Pep band begins playing in the high school gym. 🎵 The band will play before the varsity girls' game, at halftime, and between the varsity girls' and boys' games. 🎼 Music will be provided! 📯 Limited school instruments are available to borrow on a first-come, first-served basis. Let Mrs. Kelso (karina.kelso@clarkecsd.org) know ASAP if you need one, and we’ll confirm availability. 🎷 Reeds will also be available for purchase: ~Clarinet: $2.50 ~Alto Sax: $3.00 ~Tenor Sax: $4.00 Spread the word to fellow Clarke Band Alumni and let Mrs. Kelso know if you plan to attend so we’re ready with enough music and instruments. We can’t wait to see everyone for another amazing Alumni Pep Band Night! 🎶

🏀 Attention Middle School Boys! There will be an informational meeting for boys' basketball on Monday, December 2nd, at 3:05 PM during advisory in the middle school gym. 📅 Mark your calendars: Practice starts on Monday, December 9th. Don’t miss it! 🏀

We are so proud to recognize the hard work, dedication, and achievements of our fall athletes who earned all-conference and all-district honors: 🎉 Volleyball - Honorable Mention All-Conference: 🏐 Kya Thornton 🏐 Josie Moore 🏐 Mylee Miller 🎉Football - All-District: 2nd Team: 🏈 Urijah Fry 🏈 Bowen Page 🏈 Rafael Avalos Honorable Mention: 🏈 Milad Ibraheem 🏈 Jonathan Galvez 🏈 Javier Munoz Congratulations to all athletes for an amazing season!

There is no school tomorrow, Friday, November 15, for teacher professional learning. ----- No habrá clases mañana, viernes 15 de noviembre, debido a un día de aprendizaje profesional para los maestros.

Are you a sports fan who wants to support the kids in our community? 🏀🤼‍♂️🎳 Clarke High School’s winter sports season is just around the corner, and we need your help! We’re looking for enthusiastic parents, students, and community members to volunteer for roles like running scoreboards, video boards, PA announcing, and more. No experience? No problem! We’ll show you everything you need to know in just a few minutes before the game. Your time and support make a huge difference for our student-athletes and help create unforgettable game days. Ready to join our game day team? Sign up using the link below! Click here for the Winter Sports Volunteer Survey Thank you for supporting our students and making this season one to remember! 🏆

🎶 It's not too late! 🎶 Grab a piece of Clarke history with a retired marching band uniform for just $25! All proceeds go directly to support our Band Boosters. These unique uniforms make perfect holiday gifts for former band members, a costume for your budding musician, or a special keepsake for Clarke fans! Don’t miss out on this chance to own a memorable part of our band’s legacy! Uniforms are available at the Clarke Central Administrative Offices!

Congratulations to Josie Turpin and Ava Surls for their excellent participation at the SCIBA Honor Band Concerts last night! They represented Clarke well and should be very proud of their performance! ----- ¡Felicidades a Josie Turpin y Ava Surls por su excelente participación en los Conciertos de la Banda de Honor SCIBA anoche! ¡Representaron muy bien a Clarke y deben estar muy orgullosas de su actuación!

Get ready to snap your fingers and join us for The Addams Family musical! Our talented cast has been working hard and can't wait to bring this classic to life on stage! 📅 Showtimes: Friday, November 8 at 7:00 PM Saturday, November 9 at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM 🎟️ Tickets are available now in the high school office! Don’t miss out on this spooktacular event—see you there! ----- Prepárense para un espectáculo inolvidable con La Familia Addams. ¡Nuestro talentoso elenco ha trabajado duro y está emocionado de dar vida a este clásico en el escenario! 📅 Horarios: Viernes, 8 de noviembre a las 7:00 PM Sábado, 9 de noviembre a las 2:00 PM y 7:00 PM 🎟️ ¡Los boletos están disponibles en la oficina de la preparatoria! ¡No se pierdan este evento espeluznante—los esperamos!

🎉🏃‍♀️ Huge Congratulations to Claire Jacobsen and Isabell Hay for their incredible performances at the State Championship Cross-Country Meet today! Claire finished 71st out of 137 runners, and Isabel came in 85th—an amazing achievement! We’re so proud of your hard work, determination, and representing Clarke with pride. Way to go, Claire and Isabell! 🏅👏

Mayberry's Coffee Shop has brewed up a special treat in honor of our Addams Family musical! Meet The Lurch—a delicious vanilla bean frappe with a haunting hint of raspberry, inspired by our very own Lurch, played by Cayden Anderson! 👻🖤 Stop by Mayberry's from 11/2 to 11/9 to try this one-of-a-kind drink and show your support for our cast and crew! 🎟️ Don’t miss out on the show this Friday and Saturday: 11/8 at 7 PM and 11/9 at 2 PM and 7 PM

Ready to hit the court? Join us for the Girls Basketball Meeting! Grades 9-12, mark your calendars for Tuesday, October 29 at 3:30 PM in Mrs. Bucklin’s classroom! Let’s gear up for an awesome season together! 🌟 ----- ¿Listas para la cancha? Únanse a nuestra Reunión de Baloncesto Femenino. Estudiantes de 9º a 12º grado, marquen sus calendarios para el martes, 29 de octubre a las 3:30 PM en el salón de la Sra. Bucklin. ¡Prepárense para una temporada increíble juntas!

Two Clarke seventh grade band members were accepted into South Central Iowa Bandmasters Association (SCIBA) Honor Bands. The SCIBA Honor Band Festival will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, 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 6:30 PM, followed by the Leeper Band at 7:00 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. Josie Turpin, 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, Ava Surls, a seventh grade clarinet player, was chosen to represent Clarke in the Kinney Band. The Kinney Band consists solely of seventh grade musicians who were nominated by their band directors.

🏀🎳 Clarke Winter Sports Gear Now Available! ❄️🤼‍♂️ Get ready to show your Clarke spirit this winter! Our gear stores are officially open for: Boys Basketball: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/CBball2024 Girls Basketball: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/CGBB24 Boys Wrestling: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/CBW2024 Bowling: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/cbowl24 Whether you’re cheering from the stands or hitting the courts, make sure to grab your favorite Clarke gear to support our teams!