Junior high teacher Mrs. Hutton entered the school in a contest through Horace Mann Insurance. The school won $1,500 and she won $250 for her classroom needs. Dan Wilson of Horace Mann stopped by Clay City Schools on Thursday to present Mrs. Hutton with the check.
Ms. Walker's eighth grade science class heated ionic and molecular compounds today to test bond strength. Ionic bonds are stronger bonds. The molecular compound, sugar, melted after only a few seconds over the flame. The students had a great time carrying out the experiment!
Please be advised that there will be no school on the following dates:
• Friday, October 10
• Monday, October 13 (Columbus Day)
Enjoy the long weekend, and we look forward to seeing everyone back on Tuesday, October 14!
Tomorrow is the LAST DAY for the book fair! Be sure to stop in and shop!
Mrs. Neubaum works with first graders Kaisley, Bella, Adalynn, and Oliver on i-Ready Math!
Last Friday, Miss Fender's first graders went on their annual visit to the Clay City Fire Department. Students learned about the firetrucks, how to use the big hose, and much more. Thank you to Clay City Fire for inviting the kids out and making it such an enjoyable learning experience!
There will be a yearbook meeting during LAP tomorrow - Thursday, October 9. Yearbook staff should check their school emails for more information. If there are any questions, please see Mrs. Goodrum.
Attention high school boys:
Tomorrow (Wednesday, 10/8) is the last day to sign up for High school boys basketball. Please sign up in the high school office.
Tomorrow (Wednesday, 10/8) is the last day to sign up for High school boys basketball. Please sign up in the high school office.
REMINDER: Parent-Teacher Conferences are this evening, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7, from 4:30 - 8:00pm. Doors will open at 4:30pm. Our book fair will be open from 4:30 - 8:00pm as well so families can shop.
There will be a Meyer Art Evening on October 20. Forms are due back by Friday, October 17. No late forms will be accepted. The forms with payment can be turned into anyone in the Elementary/Unit Office. Please contact the Elementary/Unit Office if you have any questions.
Don't forget! The book fair is happening this week! Come visit Mrs. Goodrum in the library to shop any day during school through Thursday. You can also shop Tuesday evening from 4:30-8:00pm during Parent-Teacher Conferences. Come check out the selection and find something good to read over the upcoming long weekend!
🚨REMINDER🚨 CCHS Student Council will be hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive next Thursday, October 9! Schedule your appointment today or walk-in any time between 1:00pm and 5:00pm.
Thanks to donations last year, the Red Cross gave a $500 scholarship to a Clay City student. CCHS would like to double the donations this year so it can fund two scholarships in May.
When you donate you save lives AND support our students!
Thanks to donations last year, the Red Cross gave a $500 scholarship to a Clay City student. CCHS would like to double the donations this year so it can fund two scholarships in May.
When you donate you save lives AND support our students!
Clay City CUSD #10 is seeking a Temporary Front Desk Receptionist to support our school office during a maternity leave. The successful candidate will provide friendly and professional front-line service to students, families, and staff while assisting with general clerical duties. To learn more, visit https://www.claycityschools.org/o/cccusd/page/job-opportunity.
Weekly Announcements • October 6 - 13
CCJH Cross Country meet at Allendale today - Monday, October 6 - has been cancelled. There will be no practice.
Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held TONIGHT & TOMORROW NIGHT, Monday, October 6 and Tuesday, October 7, from 4:30–8:00pm. If you have any questions concerning a conference, please contact Jessica May at 618-676-1431.
REMINDER:::
On Thursday, October 23, CCJH Basketball will be hosting the Cubs Carnival and Shootout Night! Festivities begin at 6pm in the HS Gym!
On Thursday, October 23, CCJH Basketball will be hosting the Cubs Carnival and Shootout Night! Festivities begin at 6pm in the HS Gym!
This is it! Our Scholastic Book Fair is here all week! Students will be able to purchase during the school day Monday through Thursday. Families will be able to shop Monday and Tuesday evenings during Parent-Teacher Conferences from 4:30-8:00pm. Be sure your child doesn’t suffer Book Fair FOMO - get them prepared to shop at https://www.scholastic.com/bf/claycityelementaryschool2 - and don't forget to set up a Book Fair eWallet on the website too to make shopping easier for your student! #ScholasticBookFairs
Here are some helpful tips while you sit down to read with/to your student! This may help you see if your child is reading material that is just right for them.
Remember, it is important to read at home with your student. Studies show students who are read to and encouraged to read outside of school can have enhanced literacy skills, improved academic success, increased vocabulary, and deeper knowledge.
Remember, it is important to read at home with your student. Studies show students who are read to and encouraged to read outside of school can have enhanced literacy skills, improved academic success, increased vocabulary, and deeper knowledge.
Your child is cordially invited to attend our Scholastic Book Fair beginning Monday, October 6! Get them prepared by visiting https://www.scholastic.com/bf/claycityelementaryschool2 , where you can also create a Book Fair eWallet. It’s gonna be the Best. Fair. Ever! #ScholasticBookFairs
