Clarke Community School DistrictSpectator Guidance-Spring Sports(updated 3/30/21) (These are subject to change as conditions warrant)The focus for our spring spectator guidance is to find the safest way possible to allow parentsand a few others to watch our games/meets/matches in person. The Clarke School Districtreserves the right to adjust this guidance based on... READ MORE >
Congratulations to the Speech Team for more accolades. The day after Spring Break started – we had 7 entries at State Speech for Iowa High School Speech Association. Kennedy Bland received a Division 1 rating in Acting & Solo Musical Theater McCormick Evink received a Division 1 rating in Solo Musical Theater Gracie Wilborn scored a 1 in Literary... READ MORE >
The Iowa High School Music Association, Iowa High School Speech Association, Iowa High School Athletic Association and the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union, in response to recommendations from input from our "Ad Hoc Committee", have implemented a "Family Week" on the Unified Activities Federation Calendar. “Family Week” is a week in the unified activity... READ MORE >
The Varsity Boys Basketball team opens postseason play on Monday, February 22nd out in Glenwood at 7pm. There are NO spectator limits, but all tickets must be purchased online. Purchase Tickets HereIf you can't make it out to Glenwood, KCSI Radio will be livestreaming the game. Watch Game HereGood luck to our team as they battle Glenwood!! READ MORE >
The Clarke Boys' Bowling team finally got to compete at the state qualifying meet in Council Bluffs on Wednesday after having the meet postponed on Monday due to the extreme temperatures. Ashton Giza garnered the top individual score, posting a 222 and 288 for a 510 total. Ashton qualifies for the 1A State Individual Bowling Tournament held in Waterloo next... READ MORE >
It's time to register for Spring Sports. Reminder that Middle School for sanctioned sports is considered 7th and 8th only. Unfortunately, track is the only sport offered by the IGHSAU/IHSAA. High School sanctioned sports are: Golf, Soccer, Tennis and Track.You must register through FamilyID before you can practice. We use this registration to let coaches know... READ MORE >
It may not feel like it's time for spring sports to get started shortly, but it is time to order your apparel to get ready for the upcoming seasons. All orders are online and delivered to the school ready for you to pick up.Orders close Monday, February 22nd.https://clarke-osceola-spring2021.itemorder.com/ READ MORE >
HomeTown Ticketing is the nation’s leading digital event management platform focused on serving high schools and colleges, and is now the official digital ticketing partner of Iowa High School Athletic Association. The IHSAA will utilize HomeTown for postseason lead-up events and select state tournament events, and it is available for schools to join and use for... READ MORE >
Clarke Community Schools is proud to announce the partnership with KSIB out of Creston. We are the newest member of the High School TV streaming family, Clarke Cast! Plans are to implement their first stream starting this Friday. Be sure to watch this network grow and watch the kids' work as they bring you Clarke Activities via Clarke Cast! READ MORE >
Covid-19 Spectator Guidelines for Winter Activities Updated: Thursday, November 12, 2020 Per the Governor’s proclamation, we will be limiting fan capacity at all Clarke Community School’s games and contests through Monday, Nov. 30th at 11:59pm. Participants of these events will be limited to 2 spectators each. This includes Coaches and Players. The... READ MORE >
Please check out the Clarke Winter Team Stores. Archery, Boys and Girls Basketball, Bowling, Cheer and Wrestling all have stores within our Winter store. You can order from any of the stores. All orders are done online and will be shipped to the high school for distribution.Order from any or all of the team stores. https://cohswintersports20.itemorder.com/sale READ MORE >
We will be receiving our winter sports guidelines from the state this week. Middle School practices are scheduled to begin in the next couple of weeks with High School practices starting November 9th and 16th. More information will be available once you register. You must register through FamilyID before you can practice. We use this registration to let coaches... READ MORE >
The Clarke Marching Band completed their 2020 season with their traditional home show this past Sunday afternoon in the chilly temperatures. This was the last performance for the 21 seniors and the rest of the Marching Band and Color Guard. This season was one like none other due to COVID protocols. The band was not able to perform at any competitions, but were... READ MORE >
We've been able to create a small parking lot just east of the football/track complex and south of the baseball field. We have 44 spots available. In order to secure one of these spots, we are taking the first 44 people to email Sue Brimm at sbrimm@clarke.k12.ia.us stating you would like to reserve a spot. Each parking spot will cost $10 to be paid upon your... READ MORE >
The Saydel School District is requiring all tickets to be purchased online for our games Friday night. We've had this open to family members this week and will now open it up to others. Our school has been allowed 250 tickets to be sold. Last checked, we have about 100 tickets left to be purchased. Tickets can not be purchased at the game. The one ticket will... READ MORE >
Clarke families,We have learned that a student at Clarke Elementary School has tested positive for COVID-19 (a contagious respiratory infection caused by the 2019 Novel Coronavirus). You can become infected by coming into close contact (within 6 feet for 15 consecutive minutes or longer) with a person who has COVID-19. COVID-19 is primarily spread from person to... READ MORE >
IT'S ALMOST HOMECOMING!!! Starting Monday, September 14th, Clarke High School will be celebrating their homecoming under the theme of "Proud of our history, ready for our future". We are excited to invite our beloved alumni back home and show them whats new in school. Many things will be different this year, but that will not stop us from showing our school... READ MORE >
As published in the August 31, 2020 USDA Nationwide waivers, the School Food Service Programs has decided to provide free meals under the Summer Food Service Program thru November 24, 2020 or until the funding is depleted. At this point it is unknown when this funding may run out, but we will notify families as soon as possible of any changes. Once the funding... READ MORE >
I would like to reach out to the public for assistance. The new street and bus loading/unloading area at the Middle and Highschool was a very well thought out plan. It was designed for the buses to enter Seminole Way and turn left into the drop and pickup area. This was designed to enable the buses to load and unload students without the dangers of other vehicular... READ MORE >
Dear Fall Spectators, As we enter the first activities of the 2020-21 school year, I felt it was important to share with you some new guidelines and procedures aimed at trying to ensure the safety, health and wellness of our students, staff, and guests. We want to do everything possible to help provide our teams the opportunity to play the entire season and not... READ MORE >
Good Afternoon, It's going to be even more important this year to have access to the most updated calendar for school activities. The Clarke Activities Department uses something called rSchool for scheduling. The hard copy of athletic schedules is only accurate the minute they were printed. We are strongly encouraging you to use our web-based system to be able... READ MORE >
We are anticipating being able to start sports for this fall. High school practices begin on August 10th. Middle school practices will begin on Monday, August 24th. More information will be available once you register. You must register through FamilyID before you can practice. We use this registration to let coaches know who is wanting to participate in... READ MORE >
Both the IGHSAU and IHSAA released guidelines for fall activities earlier this month. The Clarke Activities Department has met with local public health and SCC Athletic Directors to determine exactly how this will look for Clarke and the SCC. As in the case with everything recently, ALL this information is fluid and could change if conditions change. COVID-19... READ MORE >
Clarke Return to Learn Plan This link provides the Clarke Community Schools “Return to Learn” plan. Each school district in Iowa is required to submit three scenarios in their plan; a virtual on-line plan, a hybrid plan, and a brick and mortar plan (face to face). All three scenarios are included in this link. Committees of Clarke staff members have worked to... READ MORE >
With a new bus barn and updated facilities, Clarke Community Schools has been reviewing and evaluating the need for bus drivers for the 2020-2021 school year. As in years past, route drivers are in short supply all over the state. Ed Stoll, Clarke’s incoming Transportation Director, decided early to make the call to district family members and the community for... READ MORE >
Thanks to our families who have completed the Technology Survey that was sent to all Clarke school families. As a reminder, this survey is required by the Iowa Department of Education to be completed by each household who has students in school. The survey is to inform the Iowa Department of Education internet needs of families in every school district across... READ MORE >
Clarke Virtual Graduation Instructions & Program Information Options for accessing the Clarke virtual graduation video are as follows: For mobile devices, tablets, laptops, or desktop computers, click on the video link provided through Facebook, Twitter, the Clarke app, or the Clarke website. This link will be published on all these platforms on Sunday, May 24th... READ MORE >
Teachers’ week is upon us. In normal times this would, of course, be celebrated with well-wishes and messages of thanks for all of the educators who support and inspire the community. This year, though, the scenario is different. Steve Seid, Clarke Schools’ Superintendent, wanted to make a special point to send a message out to celebrate the Clarke teachers who,... READ MORE >
As Continuous Learning comes to an end, please take note of the below dates. Thanks to students, staff, and families for all their work in making our Continuous Learning a success. Mr. Seid May 10th – Final video posted, for the week of May 11th May 11th-15th - Students’ final week of work May 18th – Final packets turned in (electronically or... READ MORE >
With the recent announcement from Governor Reynolds concerning the closing of Iowa schools, effectively ending the 2019-2020 school year, Clarke Community Schools Superintendent Steve Seid put together the following, personal message to all Clarke students and families. You can watch the video from Mr. Seid below: In the video, Mr. Seid addresses many of the... READ MORE >
In a news conference Friday, April 17, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds announced that Iowa K-12 public schools would be closed for the remainder of the 2019-20 school year. Clarke Community Schools will continue to provide voluntary educational enrichment opportunities for our students. This was one of three options the Iowa Department of Education provided to... READ MORE >
Clarke Community School Students, Families, and Staff, Yesterday the Governor extended the existing school closure through April 30th, 2020. As a result, all Clarke schools will remain closed (April 30th). All school athletics and programs are cancelled. Continuous Learning information will be provided soon. Please contact Steve Seid, Superintendent... READ MORE >
As we experience school closures due to COVID-19, volunteers are stepping up to provide meals to the children in our community. Meals include breakfast and lunch for three days. See below for more information from Mr. Seid. Meals will be offered from 11:00am-12:00pm on Mondays and Thursdays (3/26, 3/30, 4/2, 4/6, 4/9, 4/13, 4/16, 4/20, 4/23, 4/27,... READ MORE >
Flexibility for families picking up meals for children during COVID-19 school closures Thursday, March 26, 2020 DES MOINES – In an effort to ease the burden on Iowa families and get food out to the students who need it at this critical time, the Iowa Department of Education has received a waiver from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) that provides... READ MORE >
On Tuesday, March 24th, Clarke Schools made the announcement that they would be participating in the USDA Food and Nutrition Service Summer Food Service Program. This will allow the school to provide both breakfasts and lunches for students in need of meal solutions during the closure of school. Watch the video below for the latest announcement from Clarke... READ MORE >
Distribución de Comida en las Escuelas Clarke Empezando el 26 de marzo, el Distrito Escolar de la Comunidad Clarke proveerá bolsas de comida con bocadillos para estudiantes en varias locaciones en la comunidad. Las bolsas de la comida incluirán desayuno y comida para 3 días.Los estudiantes DEBEN de estar presentes para recibir una bolsa de comida. Si un adulto... READ MORE >
Beginning March 26th, Clarke Community School District will be providing sack meals to students at various locations throughout the community. Food bags will include breakfasts and lunches for 3 days. Students MUST be present to receive a bag of food. If an adult arrives without a child they WILL NOT receive a bag. You will only receive the amount of bags for... READ MORE >
In the light of the mandatory closure of Clarke Community Schools, Mr. Seid, Clarke Community School District Superintendent, wanted to reach out to the public to provide a brief update on what the school is doing for the students and families affected by the shutdown. Adhering to the Governor Reynolds’ statewide request, the Clarke Community School District... READ MORE >
In this unprecedented time of extended school closure due to the COVID 19 virus, we would like to provide resources for your children to use while they are out of school. While these do not look like the specific instruction your student would be receiving in the classroom, we hope your child can use them to continue to learn and grow while not in an educational... READ MORE >
Our district social worker will be available for limited mental health services beginning next week. Meetings will be conducted using telephone or Skype. Any student currently or previously on her roster can schedule a quick check-in or an appointment via the remind app. Any student in crisis or emotional need may also schedule an appointment by joining Mrs. H’s... READ MORE >
On March 16, the IGHSAU, IHSAA, IHSMA, and IHSSA announced that all spring activities are prohibited through the state’s K-12 school recommended closure of four weeks. Effective immediately from now through April 12, all IHSAA and IGHSAU sports are now in a prohibited period for practice, competition, and sanctioned activity until the closure is lifted. IHSMA has... READ MORE >
As a recommendation of Governor Reynolds, Clarke Community Schools will be closed for four weeks. All classes, programs, and activities are canceled. As of now, school will resume April 13th. The Clarke District Office hours beginning immediately will be Tuesday and Thursday 9 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. More information will be sent as it develops. We will work... READ MORE >
Clarke families and staff, This evening Governor Reynolds recommended Iowa schools close for four weeks to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19. The recommendation was made in consultation with the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) and based on CDC guidelines. Clarke Community School District will follow the advice and cancel all programs, activities, and... READ MORE >
Hello everyone! We would like to invite you to participate in a 5k color run/walk to raise awareness for cancer. It is a FREE WILL DONATION and there will be color run white T-shirts for purchase (or bring your own) and ALL proceeds will be donated to cancer research. Anyone and any amount donated can make a difference! Saturday April 4th at 1pm @ Q pond in... READ MORE >
Estimado Padre/Guardian: Nosotros entendemos que el Novel Coronavirus, ahora conocido como COVID-19, está causando mucha ansiedad en nuestra comunidad, el estado y el mundo. Las Escuelas del Distrito Escolar Clarke están trabajando cercanamente con Salud Pública del Condado de Clarke y el Departamento de Salud (IDPH) para asegurar la salud y seguridad de nuestros... READ MORE >
Dear Parent/Guardian: We understand that the Novel Coronavirus, now known as COVID-19, is causing much anxiety in our community, state and the world. Clarke School District is working closely with Clarke County Public Health and the Iowa Dept. of Public Health (IDPH) to ensure the health and safety of our students and staff. What is KnownThe virus causing... READ MORE >
The Clarke Activities Department is inviting everyone within the Clarke Community School District to attend an informational meeting regarding assessing our Activities Department on Monday, February 17th in the MS/HS LMC at 7pm. This Strategic Planning session is open to all school staff, students, parents, coaches, and community. Our focus will be to assess all... READ MORE >
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DISTRICT-WIDE NOTICE - CYBER INCIDENT RESOLUTION (OSCEOLA, IA - FEBRUARY 3, 2020) As reported on January 22nd 2020, the computer network for Clarke Community School District experienced a cyber threat from a party or parties outside the district network on Tuesday, January 21, 2020. Clarke administrators detected the attack and had... READ MORE >
(OSCEOLA, IA - JANUARY 23, 2020) On Tuesday, January 21, 2020 the computer network for Clarke Community Schools was attacked by a party or parties outside the school district. Discovery of the attack was made around 8:00 AM Tuesday and by 9:00 AM the same day the incident was contained and the malicious activities stopped. After extensive monitoring and network... READ MORE >
The 2019-20 Archery Club is hosting a Parent/Student Informational Meeting on Tuesday, November 12 at 6:30pm in the LMC. Please use the doors next to the Middle School Office to gain entry into the building. This club is currently open to students in grades 4th-12th. There is a cost of $20 this year to cover tournament fees. Uniform and equipment is being... READ MORE >
Notification Regarding Participation in a Research Study Dear Parents and Guardians, My name is Dr. Scott Bull and I am a sport management faculty member at Grand View University in Des Moines, Iowa. We are working with the Iowa High School Athletic Association on a study regarding participation in high school football in Iowa. The purpose of the study is to... READ MORE >
We are excited to announce a new online registration process that we will be using starting this Winter season for students in 7th-12th Grade. Just this last month, two conferences schools have also signed up to be part of this program. Included below is a letter from FamilyID and the Clarke Activities Department explaining this new process. Within the letter,... READ MORE >
Story provided by WHO TVIOWA -- The Iowa High School Athletic Association said aggressive parents and adult fans are the biggest challenge facing high school sports. IHSAA Executive Director Tom Keating and Karissa Niehoff, the executive director of the National Federation of State High School Associations, detailed how inappropriate adult behavior at athletic... READ MORE >
The Clarke Band Booster Club is hosting a raffle to help raise money to purchase new uniforms. The winner of the raffle will receive the grill table. What a great way to support the Clarke Band program!Tickets may be purchased at all home Football games or contact any Band Booster member.The Band Boosters would like to thank the entire Clarke community for their... READ MORE >
See Clarke events and activities within the district and across our conference with this direct connection to RSchools through our app and website. You can choose a monthly or weekly view of events, select a specific date, search for a specific event, or select a specific type of activity right from the Clarke website. Within the Clarke app you can choose a monthly... READ MORE >
Maddy Mickle accepted an award for Community Engagement on behalf of the Clarke Theater Department for their support of the Ronald McDonald House in Des Moines during their fall musical, "The Wizard of Oz." Kennedy Bland, Daniel Hill, and Derek Hill performed during the showcase in Des Moines as well. To read more about this honor or view the IPTV program, click... READ MORE >
WIth the Clarke app, you can add events to your own smartphone's calendar or share event details with friends and family with the click of a button. READ MORE >
Thank you to everyone who has been filling out the survey about how we can improve the Clarke app! You spoke and we listened. Check out below all the changes and updates we've made based on your feedback. (The website has also been similarly changed to be more intuitive and allow for event filtering.) Having trouble navigating the app? We've listed those... READ MORE >
Saturday, February 2nd, 2019 Clarke will be hosting its first archery tournament. The Clarke Archery Club is hosting this tournament which will be held in the Clarke High School gym. This event is being held to help the Clarke Archery Club raise funds for equipment and travel to tournaments. Shooting begins at 8:00am and will run all day with the last flight... READ MORE >
Buses on hard surface only for January 14th. READ MORE >
The location for the Clarke Community Schools board meeting for December 10th has been moved to the middle school gymnasium. The start time remains at 5:30. READ MORE >
Unity Point Health is currently hosting a competition called Imagine the Amazing! The school that brings in the most votes wins $25,000! Clarke Community School District is synergizing to all vote for the Elementary School because all options for using the prize money impact the entire K-12 community. The options for the prize money are: 1. Implementation of... READ MORE >
It’s homecoming week for Clarke Community Schools and everyone is invited to cheer on the Indians this Friday as they face Saydel on the new home field. Check out some of the latest images of the new turf and where the Homecoming Game will be held this week. Here’s a quick video of the entire Clarke facility and the new field from the air! Over the summer,... READ MORE >
Indians Volleyball The Lady Indians came away with a 3-1 victory over the Meskwaki Warriors last night #ALLINdians READ MORE >