Students in Mr. Pate’s dual credit Western Civilization I and dual credit U.S. History to 1877 took their learning beyond the classroom with an amazing visit to the Iowa State Historical Museum!
During their trip, students explored Civil War documents connected to Iowa’s role in the war with connections to soldiers from Clarke County.
Seeing these primary sources up close made history feel real and meaningful for our learners. What an incredible opportunity for our students to deepen their understanding of the past and connect it to their coursework. Great job, Mr. Pate and students!
During their trip, students explored Civil War documents connected to Iowa’s role in the war with connections to soldiers from Clarke County.
Seeing these primary sources up close made history feel real and meaningful for our learners. What an incredible opportunity for our students to deepen their understanding of the past and connect it to their coursework. Great job, Mr. Pate and students!
🚓✨ Preschool Fun Today! ✨🚓
Our Preschoolers had a special visit from the Osceola Police Department! Officers came to share all about the equipment and tools they use and how they work every day to keep our community safe. 💙
As part of our community study, students are learning about the important people who help protect and care for us — and today’s visit was the perfect hands-on experience!
Thank you, OPD, for spending time with our kids and helping them learn in such a meaningful way!
Our Preschoolers had a special visit from the Osceola Police Department! Officers came to share all about the equipment and tools they use and how they work every day to keep our community safe. 💙
As part of our community study, students are learning about the important people who help protect and care for us — and today’s visit was the perfect hands-on experience!
Thank you, OPD, for spending time with our kids and helping them learn in such a meaningful way!
🎉 Way to go, Clarke Middle School! 🎉
Our students absolutely crushed this year’s food drive—bringing in around 730 items for the Clarke Schools Food Pantry! ❤️💪
🥇 First place: Student Council Advisory
🥈 Second place: Mrs. Doolittle’s Advisory
🥉 Third place: Mrs. Call & Mr. Miller’s Advisory
A HUGE thank you to all students, families, and staff who donated. Your generosity makes a real difference in our community!
Our students absolutely crushed this year’s food drive—bringing in around 730 items for the Clarke Schools Food Pantry! ❤️💪
🥇 First place: Student Council Advisory
🥈 Second place: Mrs. Doolittle’s Advisory
🥉 Third place: Mrs. Call & Mr. Miller’s Advisory
A HUGE thank you to all students, families, and staff who donated. Your generosity makes a real difference in our community!
Yesterday, our NATIONAL CHAMPION Renata—along with Mrs. Boyd and Mr. Sklow—was interviewed by Megan Salois from WHO-TV Channel 13! They chatted all about her incredible win in the Spanish Creed competition at the National Convention and what the event is all about!
📺 Catch her interview on the 6:00 a.m. show this Monday, November 24th!
💻 And don’t worry—we’ll be posting it online too!
Way to go, Renata! 🌟
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¡Ayer, nuestra CAMPEONA NACIONAL Renata—junto con la Sra. Boyd y el Sr. Sklow—fue entrevistada por Megan Salois de WHO-TV Canal 13! Hablaron sobre su increíble victoria en la competencia de Spanish Creed en la Convención Nacional y sobre lo que trata este evento.
📺 ¡Mira su entrevista en el programa de las 6:00 a.m. este lunes, 24 de noviembre!
💻 ¡Y no te preocupes, también la publicaremos en línea!
¡Muy bien hecho, Renata! 🌟
📺 Catch her interview on the 6:00 a.m. show this Monday, November 24th!
💻 And don’t worry—we’ll be posting it online too!
Way to go, Renata! 🌟
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¡Ayer, nuestra CAMPEONA NACIONAL Renata—junto con la Sra. Boyd y el Sr. Sklow—fue entrevistada por Megan Salois de WHO-TV Canal 13! Hablaron sobre su increíble victoria en la competencia de Spanish Creed en la Convención Nacional y sobre lo que trata este evento.
📺 ¡Mira su entrevista en el programa de las 6:00 a.m. este lunes, 24 de noviembre!
💻 ¡Y no te preocupes, también la publicaremos en línea!
¡Muy bien hecho, Renata! 🌟
Reminder: There will be no school for students on Friday, November 21st due to staff professional learning.
Last Friday, our Middle School and High School Student Council spread some positivity with Fist Bump Friday at the elementary! Our student leaders showed amazing leadership, school spirit, and kindness as they greeted our youngest Indians. Way to make everyone’s day a little brighter!
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¡El viernes pasado, nuestro Consejo Estudiantil de la Escuela Secundaria y Preparatoria difundió positividad con el Viernes de Choques de Puños en la escuela primaria! Nuestros líderes estudiantiles demostraron un increíble liderazgo, espíritu escolar y amabilidad mientras saludaban a nuestros más pequeños Indios. ¡Qué manera de alegrar un poco el día de todos!
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¡El viernes pasado, nuestro Consejo Estudiantil de la Escuela Secundaria y Preparatoria difundió positividad con el Viernes de Choques de Puños en la escuela primaria! Nuestros líderes estudiantiles demostraron un increíble liderazgo, espíritu escolar y amabilidad mientras saludaban a nuestros más pequeños Indios. ¡Qué manera de alegrar un poco el día de todos!
Last week, 24 Clarke students joined nearly 500 other students from across Southern Iowa at Graceland University's Ag-Business Day. Agriculture students got to explore different careers in agriculture while business students participated in a one day business simulation where they had to develop, market and sell their products.
Today 5B celebrated everyone mastering their multiplication facts! We are so proud of their hard work and determination. Way to go, 5B!
🎉 Join Us for Family Night! 🎉
We can’t wait to see everyone this Thursday, November 20th from 5:30–7:00 PM at Clarke Elementary! Bring the whole family for an evening of fun — free meal, festive craft, and lots of smiles and excitement!
Come make memories together!
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🎉 ¡Únete a Nosotros para la Noche Familiar! 🎉
¡Estamos muy emocionados de verlos este jueves, 20 de noviembre, de 5:30 a 7:00 PM en la Primaria Clarke! Traigan a toda la familia para una tarde llena de diversión — comida gratis, manualidades y muchas sonrisas y emoción.
¡Vengan a crear recuerdos juntos!
We can’t wait to see everyone this Thursday, November 20th from 5:30–7:00 PM at Clarke Elementary! Bring the whole family for an evening of fun — free meal, festive craft, and lots of smiles and excitement!
Come make memories together!
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🎉 ¡Únete a Nosotros para la Noche Familiar! 🎉
¡Estamos muy emocionados de verlos este jueves, 20 de noviembre, de 5:30 a 7:00 PM en la Primaria Clarke! Traigan a toda la familia para una tarde llena de diversión — comida gratis, manualidades y muchas sonrisas y emoción.
¡Vengan a crear recuerdos juntos!
🎶✨ Mark your calendars for a night you won’t want to miss! ✨🎶
The Middle and High School Choral Concert is happening on Wednesday, December 11, at 7:00 PM in the Clarke Auditorium. Come enjoy an evening filled with amazing music and incredible talent from our students!
The Middle and High School Choral Concert is happening on Wednesday, December 11, at 7:00 PM in the Clarke Auditorium. Come enjoy an evening filled with amazing music and incredible talent from our students!
Reminder:
There is no school this Friday, November 21, due to staff professional learning.
Additionally, there will be no school for Thanksgiving Break from Wednesday, November 26 through Friday, November 28.
There is no school this Friday, November 21, due to staff professional learning.
Additionally, there will be no school for Thanksgiving Break from Wednesday, November 26 through Friday, November 28.
CCSD has partnered with Tech Defenders to offer a Community Purchase Program (CPP)!
From November 14 – December 15, 2025, families and community members can purchase high-quality refurbished devices at a discounted price. Shop now for holiday or graduation gifts!
💻 Save 10% on your order with our custom discount code: CCSD10
🔐 Password to access the site: FixFlipThrive
🛒 Shop here: shop.techdefenders.com/discount/CCSD10
We’re grateful for this partnership, which makes affordable, reliable technology more accessible for our Clarke community. ❤️
From November 14 – December 15, 2025, families and community members can purchase high-quality refurbished devices at a discounted price. Shop now for holiday or graduation gifts!
💻 Save 10% on your order with our custom discount code: CCSD10
🔐 Password to access the site: FixFlipThrive
🛒 Shop here: shop.techdefenders.com/discount/CCSD10
We’re grateful for this partnership, which makes affordable, reliable technology more accessible for our Clarke community. ❤️
🎓✨ College & Career Fair Success! ✨🎓
Yesterday, Clarke High School hosted our College & Career Fair, giving Clarke and Murray students the chance to explore future opportunities with many colleges and businesses! Students took part in a variety of breakout sessions, including interview skills, volunteer opportunities, collegiate athletics, and an interview panel featuring Clarke alumni. They also had the chance to visit the ORBIT Center or volunteer at Cross Ministries and the Animal Shelter.
We’re so grateful to all the businesses, colleges, staff, and community members who gave their time to make this valuable experience possible for our students!
Yesterday, Clarke High School hosted our College & Career Fair, giving Clarke and Murray students the chance to explore future opportunities with many colleges and businesses! Students took part in a variety of breakout sessions, including interview skills, volunteer opportunities, collegiate athletics, and an interview panel featuring Clarke alumni. They also had the chance to visit the ORBIT Center or volunteer at Cross Ministries and the Animal Shelter.
We’re so grateful to all the businesses, colleges, staff, and community members who gave their time to make this valuable experience possible for our students!
🥫🎉 Clarke MS Advisory Food Drive Challenge! 🎉🥫
Middle School students — it’s time to bring the heat in our Advisory Food Drive Competition! 🔥
Bring in non-perishable food items or hygiene products and help your advisory win the ultimate bragging rights while supporting our community. 💪💙
Every donation counts, so let’s show our Clarke pride and make a difference together!
Middle School students — it’s time to bring the heat in our Advisory Food Drive Competition! 🔥
Bring in non-perishable food items or hygiene products and help your advisory win the ultimate bragging rights while supporting our community. 💪💙
Every donation counts, so let’s show our Clarke pride and make a difference together!
🇺🇸❤️ Thank You, Veterans! ❤️🇺🇸
Today and every day, we honor and thank the brave men and women who have served our country. Your courage, sacrifice, and dedication protect the freedoms we hold dear.
A special thank-you to our Clarke staff members who are veterans — your service inspires us, and we are so proud to have you as part of our Clarke family. 🙌
We are grateful for all who have worn the uniform and those who continue to serve. 💙
Today and every day, we honor and thank the brave men and women who have served our country. Your courage, sacrifice, and dedication protect the freedoms we hold dear.
A special thank-you to our Clarke staff members who are veterans — your service inspires us, and we are so proud to have you as part of our Clarke family. 🙌
We are grateful for all who have worn the uniform and those who continue to serve. 💙
🥫🔥 Help Clarke FFA Win the War Against Hunger! 🔥🥫
Clarke FFA is taking on Murray FFA in a friendly competition to see who can collect the most food donations — and we need YOUR help! 💪
Bring your non-perishable food items to the Ag Room to help us fight hunger and support our local community. Every can, box, and bag makes a difference! ❤️
Let’s show our Clarke pride and bring home the win!
Clarke FFA is taking on Murray FFA in a friendly competition to see who can collect the most food donations — and we need YOUR help! 💪
Bring your non-perishable food items to the Ag Room to help us fight hunger and support our local community. Every can, box, and bag makes a difference! ❤️
Let’s show our Clarke pride and bring home the win!
We’re so excited for our College & Career Fair coming up on Wednesday, November 12th from 8:00–10:00 a.m.!
Students will have the awesome opportunity to meet with representatives from:
🏫 Colleges
🛠️ Apprenticeship Programs
🎖️ Military Branches
🏢 Local Businesses
It’s a fantastic chance to explore future paths, ask questions, and start planning for what’s next!
Students will have the awesome opportunity to meet with representatives from:
🏫 Colleges
🛠️ Apprenticeship Programs
🎖️ Military Branches
🏢 Local Businesses
It’s a fantastic chance to explore future paths, ask questions, and start planning for what’s next!
Tonight, 3 of our amazing Success Coaches — Annie Halsband, Cassidy Yeggy, and Shane Wagoner — spoke at the Clarke School Board meeting to share the incredible work they’re doing with students!
💫 Annie and Cassidy highlighted our school-wide expectations: Be Safe, Be Kind, Be Proactive — the foundation of our positive learning environment.
📊 Shane shared important data on attendance and efforts to address chronic absenteeism, helping ensure every student is present and ready to learn.
We’re so proud of our Success Coaches for the positive impact they’re making every day!
💫 Annie and Cassidy highlighted our school-wide expectations: Be Safe, Be Kind, Be Proactive — the foundation of our positive learning environment.
📊 Shane shared important data on attendance and efforts to address chronic absenteeism, helping ensure every student is present and ready to learn.
We’re so proud of our Success Coaches for the positive impact they’re making every day!
PTCO Meeting Tonight! Join us from 4:00–5:00 PM in the Central Administration Office Board Room.
PTCO helps fund field trips for PK-12th grade students—everyone is welcome!
PTCO helps fund field trips for PK-12th grade students—everyone is welcome!
🍿💼 Help Support Clarke FBLA! 💼🍿
Our Clarke Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) are fundraising to attend the Iowa State Leadership Conference this spring — and they need your support!
🎯 How you can help:
Order some gourmet popcorn from CityPop using the link below ⬇️
👉 https://citypopfundraising.com/89155319
✨ 50% of all sales go directly to Clarke FBLA!
Your order will ship straight to your door — easy and delicious!
🍿 Choose from tasty flavors like Classic Butter, Caramel, or Jalapeño Ranch and more!
Every bag helps our students get to Cedar Rapids this March to learn, lead, and grow as future business leaders.
Thank you for supporting Clarke FBLA!
Our Clarke Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) are fundraising to attend the Iowa State Leadership Conference this spring — and they need your support!
🎯 How you can help:
Order some gourmet popcorn from CityPop using the link below ⬇️
👉 https://citypopfundraising.com/89155319
✨ 50% of all sales go directly to Clarke FBLA!
Your order will ship straight to your door — easy and delicious!
🍿 Choose from tasty flavors like Classic Butter, Caramel, or Jalapeño Ranch and more!
Every bag helps our students get to Cedar Rapids this March to learn, lead, and grow as future business leaders.
Thank you for supporting Clarke FBLA!
