

Tuesday Sept 30 2025
I Pledge Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands one Nation under God, indivisible with liberty and justice for all.
Dress up days & activities for Homecoming week:
Wednesday: Jersey Day, Powderbuff Volleyball 7pm.
Thursday: Bikers vs. Surfers, Homecoming Parade 5:30pm.
Friday: Red & Black day. Pancake breakfast 6am-8am, Football game JV 5pm Varsity to follow.
Your school counseling office will be offering the PSAT on October 22nd at the start of day at Clinton Community College Career Advancement Center. It costs $18. If that is a hardship please let your counselor know. If you are interested in taking the PSAT please stop by the counseling office, bring $18 and sign up with Mrs. Klinkhammer. Sign up ends October 10th. The PSAT is a great tool to practice for future college entrance exams, and you might qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Program.
Winter sports athletes: remember the register in Bound for your sport. We have about 8 kids that have not registered in Bound for Basketball. Please get registered.
The HOCO pancake breakfast will be held in the practice gym Friday from 6am til 8am! If you or your family is looking to purchase tickets, find any student council member! $10 a piece!
Homecoming dance is almost here. The Royalty Rack is a collection of formal wear, including dresses, dress shirts, shoes, etc., that is completely free for you to take to use for dances and/or interviews. If you are interested in seeing what all we have to offer, please reach out to Mrs. Leafgreen at christina.leafgreen@csdkq.org.
The Library has an OK list for the Homecoming Dance posted by the book return. If you are not on the list, ask in the library to see what you need to do to go. Tickets are on sale now until THURSDAY Oct 2nd. You will need a school or state issued photo ID to get into the Dance.
After-School Tutoring is being offered Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45 - 4:45 in the New Library! There is no cost. We have staff in most of the core classes available! Please ask a CHS teacher or administrator if you would like to attend! If you need to get grades up for Homecoming or to keep from falling too far behind this is the place to be.
Activities for Today
Golf: Boys Varsity Quad (A) vs Multiple Schools @ Springbrook Country Club 3:30pm
Cross Country: Varsity Girls & Boys XC Invitational (A) vs Multiple Schools @ Williamsburg Recreation Center 4:30pm
Volleyball: Sophomore & JV Match (A) @ Assumption High School 5:00pm
Swimming: Girls JV/Varsity meet (A) @ Davenport West High School 5:30pm
Volleyball: Varsity Match (A) @ Assumption High School 6:30pm
Lunch for Today
Dill Chicken Bites, Crinkle Cut Fries
Alternative Lunch
Walking Taco, Chuckwagon Corn
Congratulations and best of luck at Team State this year to our River Queen Tennis team!
We are proud of your phenomenal work always!

Happy Homecoming Week!!!




The mighty Queen Tennis Team qualified for the final 8 at state! Huge Congrats Girls!!! Maddie Rowden brought in the 1st singles win of the day followed by Tenley Cewe and Sammy Manikowski. It came down to doubles. Ginnall and Srp brought in a fast win at 2 doubles, as one doubles almost took their match. It now was all tied at 4 wins to 4 wins, and it was up to Bengtson and Manikowski at #3 doubles to send us all to state!!! They won their last two games of a thriller match and allowed us all to celebrate! Thank you girls for a fantastic day at the tennis courts!
Congratulations to the Royal River King and Queen Marching Band on finishing 5th at both the Linn Mar and Marion competitions on Saturday. The band had two really great performances and was very close in score to all of the 4A bands. The percussion section placed 2nd at the Marion competition in the evening. Way to go drumline and pit!
After ending Day 1 of the MAC Conference golf meet in 7th place by just 1 stroke, the River Kings looked poised to finish higher than they have in the last 6 years. Strong team play paced the Kings with 2 scores in the 80s and two scores in the 90s. The 2nd day proved to be a little tougher on the Kings as they were a little off their scores from the first day and dropped to 9th place out of all MAC teams. Maverick Hensel paced the Kings both days with scores of 83 and 85 and finished 27th overall. Scott Pasakarnis also played well Day 1 with a score of 84 but could not reproduce a score in the 80s Day 2. Also playing for the Kings were Carter and Cohen Thorpe, Ray Brown, and Thomas Hays. The JV Kings take on the MAC Conference today (Monday) at Valley Oaks to see what the Kings have to look forward to in the future from the younger guys!
On Friday night, the River Kings traveled to Burlington to battle the Greyhounds on the gridiron at iconic Bracewell Stadium. The Sophomore Kings had a super first half of football, leading 35-0 at halftime. The hounds came out and fought hard in the second half, battling their way back but were outlasted by the Kings! The Kings won 35-26 improving their record to 4-1 on the season! Micah Tague opened the scoring collecting a 6 yard TD pass from Liam Petersen. The Kings defense got a big stop on 4th down and were ahead 7-0 at the end of the 1st quarter. The second quarter flood gates opened for Clinton. Petersen ran in from one yard out for a score. Noah Fergurson blocked a Burlington punt, giving the Kings great field position. Julian Davis then ran the ball in from 20 yards out for another score. Roger Schumacher recovered a fumble on the ensuing kickoff which led to a 22 yard TD pass to Hunter Sink. Petersen then added a 4 yard run for a score to complete the first half. Burlington rallied for a great comeback, taking advantage of several Clinton mistakes. But, the Kings held on for the WIN! Come out to watch the River Kings this Friday as Clinton hosts Davenport North for Homecoming. The action kicks off at 5:00pm. GO KINGS!!!
The varsity River Kings football team made the long bus ride to Burlington on Friday night to take on the 3-1 greyhounds. It was a physical defensive battle from the beginning with the Kings leading 8-7 at halftime behind a Jay Dodd 6 yard touchdown run. The game remained close into the fourth quarter as the Kings trailed 10-8 with 1 quarter to go. Despite a blocked extra point by Hayden Chandler to give the Kings a chance, they ultimately fell 23-6. The coaching staff was extremely proud of the fight and effort our boys displayed on Friday night. Come join us Friday night for our homecoming matchup against the 3-2 Davenport North Wildcats. Go Kings!!
DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Monday Sept 29 2025
I Pledge Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands one Nation under God, indivisible with liberty and justice for all.
Dress up days & activities for Homecoming week:
Tuesday: Dress your best for Coronation, Support River Queen Volleyball vs Assumption 5pm.
Wednesday: Jersey Day, Powderbuff Volleyball 7pm.
Thursday: Bikers vs. Surfers, Homecoming Parade 5:30pm.
Friday: Red & Black day. Pancake breakfast 6am-8am, Football game JV 5pm Varsity to follow.
Attention students who are interested in riding/decorating the CHS Royal Army float. There will be a meeting in Mrs. Warren’s room, room 204, During second flex today. If you cannot make it, please stop in to see Mrs. Warren whenever you are free!
Attention students who bought a homecoming T-shirt and selected the pick up option. You have the option to pick up your T-shirt after school today! T-shirt pick up will be at the Rivals trailer located between the football bleachers and concession stands. If you cannot pick up your T-shirt today, you’ll have to pick it up on your own at the Rivals store.
Game club will meet today in the cafe from 4:45-5:15
BIRTHDAY CAKE DAY for the September birthdays.
Homecoming dance is almost here. The Royalty Rack is a collection of formal wear, including dresses, dress shirts, shoes, etc., that is completely free for you to take to use for dances and/or interviews. If you are interested in seeing what all we have to offer, please reach out to Mrs. Leafgreen at christina.leafgreen@csdkq.org.
Sign up for the Homecoming Dance is over. The Library has an OK list posted. If you are not on the list, ask in the library to see what you need to do to go. Tickets are on sale starting now until THURSDAY Oct 2nd.
During Homecoming week (Sept 29th- Oct 3rd) we will have some food trucks. There is a TV slide showing who is here on each day.
Activities for Today
Golf: Boys JV Invite (H) vs Multiple Schools @ Valley Oaks Golf Course 10:00am
Volleyball: Freshman Match (H) vs Central DeWitt @ CHS Yourd Gym 6:00pm
Lunch for Today
Grilled Cheese Sandwich, Tomato Soup
Alternative Lunch
Pot Stickers, Fried Rice, Stir Fry Vegetables

Friday Sept 26 2025
I Pledge Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands one Nation under God, indivisible with liberty and justice for all.
Dress up days & activities for Homecoming week:
Monday: Print day, Powderpuff football Coan Field 7pm.
Tuesday: Dress your best for Coronation, Support River Queen Volleyball vs Assumption 5pm.
Wednesday: Jersey Day, Powderbuff Volleyball 7pm.
Thursday: Bikers vs. Surfers, Homecoming Parade 5:30pm.
Friday: Red & Black day. Pancake breakfast 6am-8am, Football game JV 5pm Varsity to follow.
Visit the Clinton Public Library on Fridays anytime from 2 - 4:30 p.m. for snacks and crafts! Each week, the library will offer a different primary activity but feel free to bring your homework, a good book to read, or just come to hang out with friends! Learn more by visiting the library's website at clintonpubliclibrary.us.
There will be a brief informational meeting Today, September 26th during 2nd flex for those who would like to attend the Iowa Thespian Festival this year. Meet in room S154 during 2nd flex or email Mrs. Lemon-Levy for more information.
If you checked out a book for class earlier this school year it is likely due this week. Please stop in the library and renew or return your book. Thank you
Sign up for the Homecoming Dance ends Today. If you haven’t signed up yet, & want to go do it now. The Library has an OK list posted. Check it today. If you are not on the list, ask in the library to see what you need to do to go. Tickets will be on sale starting Monday Sept 29th until Thursday Oct 2nd.
During Homecoming week (Sept 29th- Oct 3rd) we will have some food trucks. There is a TV slide showing who is here on each day.
Last night the Clinton Cross Country team competed in the Dubuque Invitational. The River Queens placed 5th behind top ranked PV, 6th ranked City High, 7th ranked Dubuque Senior, and 12th ranked Cedar Falls The Queens were led by Carryn Sattler, Aubrey Rivers, and Cambyl Sattler who earned PRs with Alli Haskell and Natalia Connolly fighting hard to secure the Queen’s top five finish. The JV Queens were led by Sophia Morley who notched a PR, Riley Reynolds, and Chloe Ellis.
The varsity River Kings placed 14th and were led by Brecken Lemke, Kolton Lorion, CJ Estes, Connor Roberts, Alonso Aguila, Cael Schwarz, Anthony Sayson, and David Peralta-Flores. Lemke, Roberts, Aguila, Schwarz, and Sayson notched a PRs in an extremely fast race. The JV Kings placed 11th and were led by Carter Dunham, Jayden Krogmann, Asher Dornbush, Joey Anderson, and Logan Spooner. Anderson and Spooner earned a PR for their efforts. The fresh/soph Kings competed hard and were led by four PR runs from Maddox Mojeiko, Miles Schneeberger, Mason MacAvoy, and Carson Borgman. The harriers return to action Tuesday at Williamsburg.
Joke of the Week
Did you hear about the football field NASA built on the moon? …They used astroturf.
Activities for Today
Golf: Boys MAC Golf Championships (A) vs Multiple Schools @ Kewanee Dunes 9:00am
Football: Freshman/Sophomore Game (A) @ Burlington Bracewell Stadium 5:00pm
Football: Varsity Game (A) @ Burlington Bracewell Stadium 7:30pm
Activities for Saturday
Volleyball: Freshman Storm Invitational (A) vs Multiple Schools @ Camanche HS & MS Gyms 9:00am
Golf: Boys MAC Golf Championships (A) vs Multiple Schools @ Kewanee Dunes 9:00am
Swimming: Varsity Girls Grayhound Invite (A) vs Multiple Schools @ Burlington High School 10:00am
Tennis: Varsity Girls Match (H) vs Dubuque Senior @ Max Lynn Tennis courts 10:00am
Lunch for Today
Spicy Chicken Patty on a Bun, Broccoli & Cheese
Alternative Lunch
Pizza Crunchers, Broccoli & Cheese
Livestream: https://fan.hudl.com/United-States/IA/Burlington/organization/6014/Burlington High-School
Tickets: https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h20250505043034844130a14f27a7e4c/checkout
Go Kings!



Thursday Sept 25 2025
I Pledge Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands one Nation under God, indivisible with liberty and justice for all.
Dress up days & activities for Homecoming week:
Monday: Print day, Powderpuff football Coan Field 7pm.
Tuesday: Dress your best for Coronation, Support River Queen Volleyball vs Assumption 5pm.
Wednesday: Jersey Day, Powderbuff Volleyball 7pm.
Thursday: Bikers vs. Surfers, Homecoming Parade 5:30pm.
Friday: Red & Black day. Pancake breakfast 6am-8am, Football game JV 5pm Varsity to follow.
Visit the Clinton Public Library on Fridays anytime from 2 - 4:30 p.m. for snacks and crafts! Each week, the library will offer a different primary activity but feel free to bring your homework, a good book to read, or just come to hang out with friends! Learn more by visiting the library's website at clintonpubliclibrary.us.
FBLA members.... Do you plan to participate in the Fall Leadership Conference in DesMoines? If so, you have a $50 registration fee due by Today's meeting during 2nd flex. Come to the meeting for some milk and cookies!
CHS International Club will meet Today, September 25 during flex time in room A317. Please see Mrs. Krueger after school if you cannot attend the meeting.
There will be a brief informational meeting on Friday, September 26th during 2nd flex for those who would like to attend the Iowa Thespian Festival this year. Meet in room S154 during 2nd flex or email Mrs. Lemon-Levy for more information.
After-School Tutoring is being offered Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45 - 4:45 in the New Library! There is no cost. We have staff in most of the core classes available! Please ask a CHS teacher or administrator if you would like to attend! If you need to get grades up for Homecoming or to keep from falling too far behind this is the place to be.
If you checked out a book for class earlier this school year it is likely due this week. Please stop in the library and renew or return your book. Thank you
Sign up for the Homecoming Dance ends Tomorrow. The Library has an OK list posted. If you are not on the list, ask in the library to see what you need to do to go. Tickets will be on sale starting Monday Sept 29th until Thursday Oct 2nd.
The mighty and powerful girls tennis team came to play yesterday at Max Lynn Courts for regional team state play! Maddie Rowden brought in the first win for the Queens followed shortly by Kirstin Bengtson, then Josie Srp, and State Singles Qualifier, Elizabeth Grinnall brought in 5th win. Great playing girls! Wish all the queens good luck, they play on Saturday to go to the final 8 at state! Remember you are ONE TEAM WITH ONE DREAM!
Activities for Today
Cross Country: Girls & Boys Jim Boughton Invitational (A) vs. Multiple schools @ Dubuque Senior HS Dubuque Soccer & Cross Country Complex 4:00pm
Lunch for Today
French Toast Sticks & Syrup, Sausage Patty, Hash Brown
Alternative Lunch
Sriracha Chicken, Rice, Stir Fry Vegetables




We are proud of all your hard work, ladies!


Student Council is looking for vehicles and drivers for the homecoming parade.
The parade is Thurs. Oct. 2nd. at 5:30.
You would have 2 to 4 students in your vehicle (preferably a truck, jeep, or convertible).
You would line up at 5:00 pm and drive the parade route to Clinton Park, where the parade ends.
Students would need to be transported back to CHS, and then you are done.
Please let me know if you or someone you know would be interested in helping them out.
Email- beth.franks@csdkq.org
CHS is looking for anyone with trucks, jeeps, and convertibles who would be willing to drive in the Homecoming Parade on Thursday, Oct 2nd . Please contact Beth Franks at beth.franks@csdkq.org if you would like to participate
Thank you!


Jostens will return tomorrow Wednesday, the 24th, during Mentoring @ 9:45 in the auditorium to collect graduation orders. All seniors must submit their graduation orders either in person during this time or online in advance at Jostens.com.
Livestream: https://fan.hudl.com/United-States/IA/Burlington/organization/6014/Burlington High-School
Tickets: https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h20250505043034844130a14f27a7e4c/checkout
Go Kings!



