Clarke District

📢 Reminder for Clarke Families! 🗓️ Thursday, December 19: 2-Hour Early Dismissal 🎄 Friday, December 20: Winter Break begins! 📚 Monday, January 6: Classes resume. ----- 📢 ¡Recordatorio para las familias de Clarke! 🗓️ Jueves, 19 de diciembre: Salida anticipada de 2 horas 🎄 Viernes, 20 de diciembre: ¡Comienza el descanso de invierno! 📚 Lunes, 6 de enero: Las clases se reanudan.

🎶✨ What a magical evening! Thursday’s choir concert showcased the incredible talents of our 6th-12th grade choirs. The students sounded absolutely beautiful, with their harmonies leaving the audience in awe. There was even a surprise visit from The Grinch to bring some extra holiday cheer! 🎄💚 The night concluded with a breathtaking candlelight performance that left the auditorium silent in admiration. 🌟 A huge shoutout to our amazing students for their hard work and dedication, and to Ms. Owens and Mrs. Pohlmann for their outstanding leadership in creating such a memorable program. We couldn’t be prouder! ❤️🎤

🍎💪 War Against Hunger Success! The 4H (and community) teamed up against Clarke County Hospital in an epic battle to fight hunger—and WOW, what an incredible outcome! Together, the two groups collected over 10,000 food items! It filled an entire ambulance, truck, SUV, and van!! 🎉 🏆 Clarke County Hospital walked away with the big WIN, but the real winners are the people of the Clarke community and the families served by our food pantry. 💜 We are overwhelmed with gratitude for everyone’s amazing effort and generosity! A huge thank you to Mrs. Baumann and Mrs. Boyd's classes for helping unload and start sorting through all the food for the pantry! ----- 🍎💪 ¡Éxito en la Guerra Contra el Hambre! El grupo de 4H (y la comunidad) se unieron contra el Hospital del Condado de Clarke en una épica batalla para combatir el hambre—¡y WOW, qué resultado increíble! Juntos, los dos grupos recolectaron más de 10,000 alimentos. 🎉 🏆 El Hospital del Condado de Clarke se llevó la gran victoria, pero los verdaderos ganadores son las personas de nuestra comunidad de Clarke y las familias que son atendidas por nuestra despensa de alimentos. 💜 Estamos abrumados de gratitud por el increíble esfuerzo y generosidad de todos. Un enorme agradecimiento a las clases de Mrs. Baumann y Mrs. Boyd por ayudar a descargar y comenzar a clasificar toda la comida para la despensa.

🤼‍♂️🔥 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!

🎓 FAFSA Completion Event 🎓 Join us on December 12th, 2024, from 4-6 PM at the Osceola SWCC Center Computer Lab for our FAFSA Completion Event. 💻 This is a come-and-go event, so stop by when it’s convenient for you! All 2025 seniors are welcome. 🌟 📍 SWCC: 2520 College Drive, Osceola, IA ----- 🎓 Evento de Finalización de FAFSA 🎓 Únase a nosotros el 12 de diciembre de 2024, de 4 a 6 PM en el Laboratorio de Computación del Centro SWCC de Osceola para nuestro Evento de Finalización de FAFSA. 💻 Este es un evento de entrada y salida, así que pase cuando le sea más conveniente. 🌟 Todos los estudiantes de la generación 2025 son bienvenidos. 📍 SWCC: 2520 College Drive, Osceola, IA

🎶🎺 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! 🙌✨

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

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!

❄️✨ Reminder: Winter Wonderland Event This Saturday! ✨❄️ Join us at Clarke Elementary for a magical Winter Wonderland on Saturday, December, 7! 🌟 Bring your family and friends for an unforgettable day filled with festive fun, activities, and holiday cheer. 🕒 Time: 9:00-11:00am 📍 Location: Clarke Elementary We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🎄🎅

December Menu

🎲✨ Family Game Night!✨🎲 Join us on Monday, December 2nd, for an evening of fun, food, and family bonding! 💖 🍲 Dinner: Enjoy a warm, delicious bowl of chili or potato soup—the perfect way to kick off the night! 🎲 Games Galore: Learn a new game with your family! 🎁 Take the Fun Home: Each family gets to take a game home to keep the good times rolling! 📅 When: Monday, December 2nd 📍 Where: Clarke Elementary Cafeteria ⏰ Time: 6:00-7:30 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! 🎶

🦃🍂 Thanksgiving Break Reminder! 🍂🦃 Clarke Community Schools will not have classes from Wednesday, November 27, through Friday, November 29 for Thanksgiving Break. ----- 🦃🍂 ¡Recordatorio de las Vacaciones de Acción de Gracias! 🍂🦃 Las Escuelas Comunitarias de Clarke no tendrán clases desde el miércoles 27 de noviembre hasta el viernes 29 de noviembre por las vacaciones de Acción de Gracias.

🍁✨ Join "Do Good Des Moines" for the 5th Annual Winter Warmth Event on Wednesday, November 27th, from 2 PM - 6 PM at the Osceola Fire Station! They will be serving up free hot meals and providing free winter gear to help our community stay warm this season! ----- 🍁✨ Únete a "Do Good Des Moines" para el 5.º Evento Anual de Calidez Invernal el miércoles 27 de noviembre, de 2 PM a 6 PM en la Estación de Bomberos de Osceola. ¡Estarán sirviendo comidas calientes gratuitas y ofreciendo equipo de invierno gratis para ayudar a nuestra comunidad a mantenerse abrigada esta temporada!

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.

🎉 What an incredible day at the Clarke College and Career Fair! 🎉 We want to extend a huge thank you to the 40+ businesses, colleges, and military organizations who joined us and made this event a success. Your support and enthusiasm created an amazing experience for our 8th-12th grade students, helping them explore potential career paths and educational opportunities. Students also got to dive into hands-on breakout sessions focused on interview etiquette, resume building, scholarship opportunities, and even collegiate athletics, equipping them with real-world skills and insights. Events like this wouldn’t be possible without the commitment and energy of each organization involved—thank you for inspiring and empowering our Clarke students to dream big and take their next steps with confidence! 🌟 ----- 🎉 ¡Qué día increíble en la Feria de Universidades y Carreras de Clarke! 🎉 Queremos extender un enorme agradecimiento a las más de 40 empresas, universidades y organizaciones militares que se unieron a nosotros y hicieron de este evento un éxito. Su apoyo y entusiasmo crearon una experiencia maravillosa para nuestros estudiantes de 8.º a 12.º grado, ayudándolos a explorar posibles trayectorias profesionales y oportunidades educativas. Los estudiantes también participaron en sesiones interactivas enfocadas en etiqueta en entrevistas, redacción de currículums, oportunidades de becas y atletismo universitario, lo que les brindó habilidades y conocimientos para el mundo real. Eventos como este no serían posibles sin el compromiso y la energía de cada organización involucrada. ¡Gracias por inspirar y empoderar a nuestros estudiantes de Clarke para que sueñen en grande y den sus próximos pasos con confianza! 🌟

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! 🏆