New News or Needs Repeated
Orientation slides are attached below this section for your reference. Those who missed this week need to come this Thursday, August 15 at 5:30 pm.
Communication- we rely heavily on email. Students will always receive Clark info to the Clark email address. Parents/ guardians- If you want a different email than the one this came to, email ljudd@irsc.edu and CC kfarias1@irsc.edu and we will try to get all systems updated. If someone in your life should be added, please also email us.
One call system- We will send a message on Tuesday. If you want a different number in the system, please email as noted above for us to update. If you do not receive a call or text by Wednesday morning, please email us the number you would like added. You can choose to opt in for texts. To opt-in for texts: Text the word Alert to 22300
Students will receive ID cards this week. Those cards will be active from 7:00 am- 3:00 pm when school is in session. It is imperative that you have your ID on you at all times as this is a key to the building, used for textbooks check out, scanning into FOCUS if tardy, and more. Report lost ID cards IMMEDIATELY to the front office.
Laptops- School issued devices are ONLY for academic purposes as stated in the AUP. We will monitor for violations of the AUP regularly.
Clark Wi-Fi password- Clark1!
AppleCare- If you still want to purchase this laptop insurance/coverage, bring a check made to IRSC or cash ($70) to Dr. Judd. She is the only one to process these payments. If you want to pay by credit card, come to the school between 7:00 am and 2:45 pm and Mrs. Farias can process.
Summer books are due. Bring to the front office ASAP as some are needed for other students this week.
Bus info- If you no longer need/want a morning bus, please email swhelpley@irsc.edu
Morning stops attached below.
Lunch Info Order daily before 8 am here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfj5uvpXHQMEZm2RRjS8ZaUFXF7pxoYXZyNPXO1IAelVkdhHA/viewform
Application for Free/ Reduced Lunch- Food & Nutrition Services | MARTIN COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT (martinschools.org)
Adding Money to lunch account- My School Bucks | MARTIN COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT (martinschools.org)
Clark shirts and hoodies still available! See attached form at end of newsletter or printed copies in the rack by the front desk. Don't miss out on these awesome dri-fit and cotton shirts and hoodies!
Parking- students can use the pass issued previously. Passes are free and you use the same one for all cars you may drive. You do not need to register for a pass until you have your license and will drive to campus. Scan the QR code from orientation to order a pass.
The Chastain Student Engagement Center is closed to students until August 21.
Blood Drive August 21. Entire community welcomed. Info on how you can save lives attached at bottom.
Food drive! In the spirit of cultivating kindness and community, we are holding a REFILL THE PANTRY for Elev8hope through September 1st. Their pantry has been a source of life for many this summer and needs replenished. Suggested items include: cereal, cereal/breakfast bars, pop tarts, pasta and sauce, rice/noodle mixes, potatoes, jelly, canned ravioli, cracker snack sized packs, deodorant, garbage bags, body wash, hand soap, disposable razors, cleaning products, toothpaste, baby wipes,
- Students will earn 2 service hours for every Publix sized plastic bag of food. Make sure you enter your earned hours into FOCUS.
Congressman Mast will be hosting a Congressional Invitational 5K for middle and high school students on Saturday, November 23rd, at Halpatiokee County Park in Stuart, Florida. While there is no cost to participate in the event, registration is required and must be completed by October 1st. To sign up, please visit https://ttsu.me/5kcongressionalinvitational to register for the race. Ay questions, email E Edward.celaya@mail.house.gov
Debate sponsorships available: contact Ms. H ahutches@irsc.edu Lots of traveling due to such a strong group of students. Let's help recoup last year's expenses and set the up for success this year.
Student and Adult Volunteers needed for the front desk. Email swhelpley@irsc.edu of you can give any time starting in August. Returning volunteers- there will be a required training session, so stay tuned for the date and time options.
Students United is accepting applications for their upcoming group. This is an incredible opportunity to learn more about non-profits in our community. unitedwaymartin.org/StudentsUnited
Gratitude and Celebration!
Orientation volunteers- We couldn't have processed all of the forms and laptops for 265 students this week without the wonderful volunteers. Thanks to students Robert Mull and Parker Hersey for helping prep all 255 new laptops with Mr. Watson and other team members. Also a shout out to the following who helped either Wednesday night, Thursday night, or both! Parents/adults- Mrs. Burke, Mrs. Radcliffe, Mrs. Howe, Mrs. Judd, Mrs. Stoney, Mrs. Pace, Mrs. Calderon duPlooy, and Mrs. Timmerman and students: Noa Vignone, Kyla Timmerman, Aubrey Savard, Parker Hersey, Vera Howe, and Bridger Stoney.
Our first five students trained in Teen Mental Health First Aid completed their summer training with Ms. Stastny and Mrs. Shepherd this week. We are so proud of them for recognizing the importance of knowing how to help a friend or classmate seek help or to simply be helpful when a friend is dealing with some tough emotions. Stay tuned for details on how to join the next group of students! Pictured L-R: Ms. Stastny, Lillian Richey, Talia Brown, Jaycee Cooper, Carter Scott, Sebastian Weiss, and Mrs. Shepherd.
Adopt a Class sponsors- Can we get the rest adopted by the start of school Monday?
Dr. Bonds, Ms. Hutcheson, Mr. Judd- The Mancini Family
Ms. Stastny- The Penn Family
Mrs. Gribble- Family of Mattine Jensen
https://www.educationfoundationmc.org/p/265/clark-advanced-learning-center/preview/1#.Va5ZaPlViko
Parent Volunteer Coordinator/Liaison- Welcome Shawney Pace and thanks for stepping up!
Food drive for Elev8hope- Thanks to those who brought in food to orientation! We will continue to collect through September 1.
