#CHSRenoUpdate | October 2024
A message from our CCSD Plant Services Dept.:
We are completely moved out of the existing Shops and Music wing at Clinton High. It was a whole department effort that included loading and offloading several moving vans full of boxes and items and trailers of shops equipment. The upper images show the old woods shop and an empty hallway. The lower image shows our existing welding hoods in our new metals space. Classes in our new "S-Wing" will start in October!
Clinton Middle School along with Clinton Police and Fire will be participating in a Run, Hide, Fight DRILL this afternoon with a volunteer parent/child reunification subset. This DRILL will allow students and staff to practice techniques to stay safe in an intruder event.
There may be some temporary road blockages around CMS during the DRILL. CMS will dismiss as usual at 3:35 PM. If your student needs to be excused for anything in the afternoon, like a doctor appointment, please ensure that you pick your student up before Noon. Students will not be dismissed after that. They will need to wait until regular dismissal time.
Thank you for supporting Clinton Community School District.
Reminder: No school tomorrow (Oct. 18) for Professional Development.
THIS. IS. CLINTON.
OUR NEW CCSD PROMO VIDEO: https://youtu.be/Jf4Ok7V37bg
#CCSDStaffSpotlight
Congratulations, Amy!
Bluff 3rd Grade Teacher
(Science) Professional Development looks a lot like this:
#CCSDFamily
CCSD Nutrition Services Dept.:
The October Nutrition Services employee of the month is Lauren Smith! Lauren has worked at CMS for over 3 years. She has a positive attitude, embraces teamwork, and always has a smile on her face. We appreciate her dedication and hard work!
#CCSDGoldKey
Congratulations, Penny!
Mr. Kuch shared that Penny is authentic and dedicated to her colleagues and our #CCSDStudents! She is celebrating 32 years at Jefferson Elementary this year!
Eagle Heights' 2nd graders learned about artist Wassily Kandinksy and the difference between abstract art and realistic art. They used oil pastels to create a forest inspired by Kandinksy's art.
4th graders have been learning about contemporary Brazilian artist Beatriz Milhazes. They designed geometric composition and started painting!
#CCSDStudents
We would like to remind you about a new law (Senate File 2435) aimed at addressing chronic absenteeism in schools across the state of Iowa. Chronic absenteeism refers to students missing 10% or more of a grading period, which can significantly impact their academic success and overall well-being.
Under this new legislation, schools are required to closely monitor student attendance and take proactive steps to address chronic absenteeism. This includes partnering with families to identify barriers to regular attendance, providing support services, and, if necessary, implementing interventions to help students stay on track.
The goal of this law is not punitive, but to ensure that every child has the opportunity to succeed by attending school regularly. We believe that with your support and collaboration, we can make a positive difference in the lives of our students.
Clinton Community School District appreciates your partnership in supporting student success and well-being!
More information can be found here: https://educate.iowa.gov/pk-12/student-services/prevention/attendance-chronic-absenteeism
Please watch our video for more information regarding the CCSD Honors Program: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EcGHtzxrdD0
Did you know CCSD received the Therapeutic Classroom Grant? Please read the information attached and watch our short video we have created taking a look at one of the classrooms: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3x5JdFcWVg
#CCSDGoodNews
Jefferson's 5th grade TAG origami tessellation made with 78 tetrahedrons!
#CCSDStudents
"Walk with a Cop" event yesterday morning!
Enjoy these photos + a message from our CCSD School Resource Officers:
"Walk W/ A Cop was a hit today!!
Approximately 175 students from the four CCSD Elementary Schools participated in what is Nationally recognized as Walk To School Day.
The students walked to school with members of the Clinton Police Department, Clinton Fire Department, Clinton County Sheriff's Office Iowa, Clinton Community School District & City Officials.
Thanks to all who supported and participated in the event to make it a success!!!
#takesavillage
#WalkToSchoolDay"
#CCSDStudents learning about fire safety. Thanks, CFD!
TAG! Please watch our video for more information regarding the CCSD Talented and Gifted Program: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HDzV7nnAnBs
CHS Building Trades House Update | October 2024
Approx. 65% done
Completion in early Spring 2025
#CCSDStudents
Check out our NEW CCSD VIDEO highlight our Education Advancement Center: https://youtu.be/7nAjZPQKrEo
Bluff 3rd grade and Kindergarten students teamed up to be Reading Buddies! They had fun getting to know each other and reading a book together!
#CCSDStudents
The Duke Slater Statue Reveal: https://youtu.be/KZdAIe-JpqE