Clinton High School -

Our college signing day is approaching! Please email Ms. Thompson your information before May 9th: caitlin.thompson@csdkq.org

River Queens Track Live Fundraisers! Thank you for all your support! Fundraiser: https://app.launchfundraising.com/FundraiserHomeInfo/0/FD6YYR Apparel Webstore: https://rqtracknfield25.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Interested in participating on the River Queens Soccer Team this year? Join us for open field this coming Monday from 5:30pm-7:00pm on Coan Field! Our webstore is also now LIVE! Thank you all for your support! https://riverqueenssoccer25.itemorder.com/shop/home/

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday March 6 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. An admissions rep from Kirkwood Community College will be visiting the counseling office on Wednesday, March 12th at 9:30 am. Please let Mrs. Klinkhammer know if you are interested in attending. If you are interested in trying girls golf this spring, please see Coach McEwen in Room 253 to get any information before the season starts. First day of practice is Monday, March 24th after Spring break. Open gym hitting is happening on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-8pm in the Wellness Gym. Girls Soccer -- open field this coming Monday, March 10th, here at CHS outside on Coan field, 5:30pm to 7:00pm. No concession stand today at lunch. The Blood Drive is Tomorrow March 7th from 11:00 am until 2:30 pm. If you are 17+, you are good to donate! If you are 16 you will need a consent form and can pick one up at Ms. Melvin or Mrs. Lorenzen's desk and bring it signed by your parents to the drive. To book an appointment, scan the QR code on the TV slides or fliers, contact Mrs. DeVries, or visit bloodcenter.org https://login.bloodcenter.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/131645 March 11th is the CCC Junior Career Day/College Fair. We will start at CCC with the college fair and then go to the National Guard Armory for the career exploration portion. If you are interested you must be signed up by Tomorrow. Please stop by Mrs. Klinkhammer to sign up and grab a special absence form. 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! FBLA Students..... Please remember to bring your payment for our State Leadership Conference by Friday March 7th. An admissions rep from Iowa State University will be visiting the counseling office on Thursday, March 27th at 9:00 am. Please let Mrs. Klinkhammer know if you are interested in attending. We will offer the Pre ACT to sophomores on April 1st. The PreACT signup ends Monday, March 10th at 4:00. The cost is $19 and you need to turn in the money when you sign up. Please sign up with Mrs. Klinkhammer. If you are interested in signing up but money is an issue please let either Mrs. Klinkhammer or your counselor know. Joke of the day How many seconds are in a year? …Twelve — January 2nd, February 2nd, March 2nd... Lunch for Today Popcorn Chicken, Biscuit, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy Alternative Lunch Chicken Parmesan, Peas, Garlic Toast

Interested in participating in River Kings Soccer? Join us right after school in the Commons for our pre-season meeting held by Coach Kruse!

What an outstanding Choir Concert last night, CHS!

Interested in participating in River Kings Soccer? Join us tomorrow for our pre-season meeting held by Coach Kruse!

CHS SPRING PLAY: Thank you for your patience and understanding. This performance will be well worth the wait!!

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday March 4 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. CHS International Club will meet today after school in Mrs. Krueger's classroom A 317. We will start planning our trip to Chicago, so please bring your ideas. Upcoming College Visits: University of Dubuque, Loras College and Clarke University on April 2nd. - To sign up to attend, e-mail Marla Schultz CCTC or stop by her office A227. Build My Future at the Quad Cities Expo Center is Tuesday April 8th. A hands on Construction and Medical Career Day. To sign up to attend, e-mail Marla Schultz CCTC or stop by her office A227. - Space is limited. Seniors, do you still need help completing the FAFSA? (Free application for federal student aid) E-mail Marla Schultz, College and Career Transition Counselor for your dedicated appointment time. FBLA Students..... Please remember to bring your payment for our State Leadership Conference by Friday March 7th. Great opportunity for Juniors! March 11th is the CCC Junior Career Day/College Fair. We will start at CCC with the college fair and then go to the National Guard Armory for the career exploration portion. If you are interested please stop by Mrs. Klinkhammer to sign up and grab a special absence form. You must be signed up by Friday March 7th. We will have an informational meeting that day and will work on creating a strive scan account for you to use at the college fair. 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! We will offer the Pre ACT to sophomores on April 1st. The PreACT signup ends next Monday, March 10th at 4:00. The cost is $19 and you need to turn in the money when you sign up. Please sign up with Mrs. Klinkhammer. If you are interested in signing up but money is an issue please let either Mrs. Klinkhammer or your counselor know. A Blood Drive is coming up on Friday March 7th from 11:00 am until 2:30 pm. If you are 17+, you are good to donate! If you are 16 you will need a 16 year old consent form and can pick one up at Ms. Melvin or Mrs. Lorenzen's desk and bring it signed by your parents to the drive. To book an appointment, scan the QR code on the TV slides or fliers, contact Mrs. DeVries, or visit bloodcenter.org https://login.bloodcenter.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/131645 Joke of the day What do you call a fake Irish diamond? …A shamrock Lunch for Today Sausage & Cheese on English Muffin, Tri-Taters Alternative Lunch Fiestada Pizza, Chuckwagon Corn

Congratulations to Mr. Hollister for being staff of the week! Mr. Hollister goes above and beyond to ensure that all students are included in the classroom. He encourages students to advocate for their own grades and provides extra support to those who need i

Interested in participating in River Kings Soccer? Join us on Thursday for our pre-season meeting held by Coach Kruse!

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Monday March 3 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. Congratulations to Mr. Hollister for being staff of the week! Mr. Hollister goes above and beyond to ensure that all students are included in the classroom. He encourages students to advocate for their own grades and provides extra support to those who need it. There will be no History Club this afternoon. FBLA Students..... Please remember to bring your payment for our State Leadership Conference by Friday March 7th. If you have one of the library's loaner chargers you need to return it ASAP. You are incurring late fees. We will offer the Pre ACT to sophomores on April 1st. Cost is $19. This is a great test to prepare for the ACT. You receive your questions and answers back so you know what to study. Please bring money to Mrs. Klinkhammer by 4:00 on March 10th. Fundraiser for After Prom: Culver’s Night Today! March 3. Your support of businesses that offer fundraisers is appreciated. Need a new book to love? Stop in the library for “Blind Date with a Book”. The library has some books wrapped up. Pick one, check it out, and read it. Love it? Hate it? Rate your book for a chance to win a prize. A Blood Drive is coming up on Friday March 7th from 11:00 am until 2:30 pm. To book an appointment, scan the QR code on the TV slides or fliers, contact Mrs. DeVries, or visit bloodcenter.org https://login.bloodcenter.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/131645 Joke of the day What’s a leprechaun’s favorite cereal? …Lucky Charms Lunch for Today Ribette on a Bun, Baked Beans Alternative Lunch Mandarin Orange Chicken, Stir Fry Vegetables, Rice

Todays assembly schedule

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Friday Feb 28 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. Congratulations and thanks to Paul Anderson, Drew Steiner, Dylan Totes, and Tayton Castle for presenting and attending the Clinton Education and Business Partnership Symposium. Thanks for positively representing Clinton High School. An admissions rep from Iowa State University will be visiting the counseling office on Thursday, March 27th at 9:00 am. Please let Mrs. Klinkhammer know if you are interested in attending. Reminder that the parking lot on the East side of the Academic Wing is for staff only, not students. Students need to park in the North lot and enter through the closest door D 26 rather than walking to door B4, especially with the demo starting in front of the building. Again the East parking lot is for Staff only. Students who drive need to park legally in the North lot and enter the building through the Hall of Honor Door D 26. Fundraiser for After Prom: Culver’s Night THIS Monday! March 3. We need 4 students to help with the 6:30-8:00 shift! Helpers will get Free entrance into After Prom. And enter a drawing for 2 chances of $50 cash. The items in the “Lost and Found” have been spread out on tables on the main floor of the academic wing. Please walk by and see if anything belongs to you. If small or electronic items were lost, check with the library ladies in the library. Pride Club has created a commemorative plaque to celebrate unity and diversity at CHS! If you'd like to sign and show your support, please contact either Audrey Morris or Rin Ciner. All are welcome to sign it! We have another great opportunity for Juniors! March 11th is the CCC Junior Career Day/College Fair. We will start at CCC with the college fair and then go to the National Guard Armory for the career exploration portion. If you are interested please stop by Mrs. Klinkhammer to sign up and grab a special absence form. You must be signed up by Friday March 7th. We will have an informational meeting that day and will work on creating a strive scan account for you to use at the college fair. Seniors: The last day to complete your senior survey is tomorrow, March 1st! Add a senior quote or share a memory or accomplishment to be featured in the yearbook. See an email sent by Mrs Melvin or yesterday's Daily Announcement email for the form link. Also remember that senior photos are due March 15th. No late submissions will be accepted. Joke of the day What’s the difference between a hippo and a zippo? …One is super heavy; the other is a little lighter. Lunch for Today Chicken, Bacon & Ranch Casserole, Corn, Garlic Bread Alternative Lunch Pizza Pasta Bake, Corn, Garlic Bread

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Thursday Feb 27 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. It is February Birthday Cake Day! We will be in a new spot between the academic wing and the commons. Please stop by and get your cake even if you are on your way out the door! Fundraiser for After Prom: Culver’s Night THIS Monday! March 3. We need 4 students to help with the 6:30-8:00 shift! Helpers will get Free entrance into After Prom. Enter a drawing for 2 chances of $50 cash. No After School tutoring today due to conferences. The items in the “Lost and Found” have been spread out on tables on the main floor of the academic wing. Please walk by and see if anything belongs to you. If small or electronic items were lost, check with the library ladies in the library. CHS Conferences will be Today from 4pm to 7pm. Due to the lack of space in the Commons the teachers will mostly be in their classrooms but a few will be in the library. Pride Club has created a commemorative plaque to celebrate unity and diversity at CHS! If you'd like to sign and show your support, please contact either Audrey Morris or Rin Ciner. All are welcome to sign it! There will be a girls golf meeting Today Feb. 27th afterschool in Coach McEwen's room for those girls interested in being part of the golf team this spring. We will discuss open gyms, fundraising, and the start of the season. Stop by his room if you cannot make that day or time. Seniors: The last day to complete your senior survey is Saturday, March 1st! Add a senior quote or share a memory or accomplishment to be featured in the yearbook. See an email sent by Mrs Melvin or today's Daily Announcement email for the form link. Also remember that senior photos are due March 15th. No late submissions will be accepted. Juniors: Remember that you have until February 28th (Tomorrow) to register for classes for next year. If you do not meet with your counselor before that date your counselor will select your classes and you will not be able to make changes until May after the 8th graders have registered. Joke of the day What kind of tea is hard to swallow? …Reali-tea. Activities for Today CHS Conferences 4pm to 7pm Lunch for Today Chicken Noodle Soup, PB & J Uncrustable, Baby Carrots Alternative Lunch Taco Quesadilla, Refried Beans

After Prom Culver’s Night THIS Monday! March 3 6:30-8:00 shift 4 students needed to help! Free entrance into after prom Enter drawing for 2 chances of $50 cash

CHS BOWLING STATE UPDATE

Conferences will be held today from 2-7 and tomorrow 4-7 in the academic wing of CHS. You may enter through door B4. Teachers will be in their classrooms.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Wednesday Feb 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. Reminder that the parking lot on the East side of the Academic Wing is for staff only, not students. Students need to park in the North lot and enter through the closest door D 26 rather than walking to door B4, especially with the demo starting in front of the building. Again the East parking lot is for Staff only. Students who drive need to park legally in the North lot and enter the building through the Hall of Honor Door D 26. CHS Conferences will be Today from 2pm to 7pm and Thursday from 4pm to 7pm. Due to the lack of space in the Commons the teachers will be in their classrooms. We will offer the Pre ACT to sophomores on April 1st. Cost is $19. This is a great test to prepare for the ACT. You receive your questions and answers back so you know what to study. Please bring money to Mrs. Klinkhammer by 4:00 on March 10th. Pride Club has created a commemorative plaque to celebrate unity and diversity at CHS! If you'd like to sign and show your support, please contact either Audrey Morris or Rin Ciner. All are welcome to sign it! There will be a girls golf meeting Thursday Feb. 27th afterschool in Coach McEwen's room for those girls interested in being part of the golf team this spring. We will discuss open gyms, fundraising, and the start of the season. Stop by his room if you cannot make that day or time. High School Color Guard Tryouts start today February 26 from 2-3:45 at CHS Yourd Gym. They continue on March 5th & 12th. It is mandatory to attend all three. For questions or schedule conflicts contact Coach April april.mcfall@csdkq.org Attention, girls soccer....OPEN GYM is Today, Feb. 26th at 6pm in Yourd gym. Seniors: The last day to complete your senior survey is Saturday, March 1st! Add a senior quote or share a memory or accomplishment to be featured in the yearbook. See an email sent by Mrs Melvin for the form link. Also remember that senior photos are due March 15th. No late submissions will be accepted. Juniors: Remember that you have until February 28th (this Friday) to register for classes for next year. If you do not meet with your counselor before that date your counselor will select your classes and you will not be able to make changes until May after the 8th graders have registered. A Blood Drive is coming up on Friday March 7th from 11:00 am until 2:30 pm. To book an appointment, scan the QR code on the TV slides or fliers, contact Mrs. DeVries, or visit bloodcenter.org https://login.bloodcenter.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/131645 On February 24th – 25th the River King and Queen Bowlers attended the State Team and Individual Tournament in Waterloo. The Kings finished in 8th place and the Queens finished in 4th place. There were two individuals that finished in the top 8. Charlie Pelham finished 5th in the state and Emily Whitehead finished 3rd. Great work this season Kings and Queens. It was a great year and we are proud of what all of you accomplished!!! Joke of the day Why did the donut go to the dentist? …To get a filling. Activities for Today CHS Conferences 2pm to 7pm Lunch for Today Corn Dog, Seasoned Loop Fries Alternative Lunch French Bread Pizza, Italian Mixed Vegetables

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS Tuesday Feb 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. CHS Conferences will be Wednesday from 2pm to 7pm and Thursday from 4pm to 7pm. Due to the lack of space in the Commons the teachers will be in their classrooms. We have another great opportunity for Juniors and it is right in our backyard! March 11th is the CCC Junior Career Day/College Fair. We will start at CCC with the college fair and then go to the National Guard Armory for the career exploration portion. If you are interested please stop by Mrs. Klinkhammer to sign up and grab a special absence form. You must be signed up by Friday March 7th. We will have an informational meeting that day and will work on creating a strive scan account for you to use at the college fair. Pride Club has created a commemorative plaque to celebrate unity and diversity at CHS! If you'd like to sign and show your support, please contact either Audrey Morris or Rin Ciner. All are welcome to sign it! Attention, girls soccer....OPEN GYM is Wednesday, Feb. 26th at 6pm in Yourd gym. Seniors: The last day to complete your senior survey is Saturday, March 1st! Add a senior quote or share a memory or accomplishment to be featured in the yearbook. See an email sent by Mrs Melvin for the form link. Also remember that senior photos are due March 15th. No late submissions will be accepted. Juniors: Remember that you have until February 28th (this Friday) to register for classes for next year. If you do not meet with your counselor before that date your counselor will select your classes and you will not be able to make changes until May after the 8th graders have registered. Attention - girls soccer players, meeting today, after school at 3:45 pm in room #309 for a preseason signup and informational meeting. Please see Coach Feaster if you are unable to attend. Need a new book to love? Stop in the library for “Blind Date with a Book”. The library has some books wrapped up. Pick one, check it out, and read it. Love it? Hate it? Rate your book for a chance to win a prize. 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! We will NOT have tutoring on Thursday Feb 27 due to conferences. The River Queen Basketball team played on Saturday night in their District game against the Maquoketa Cardinals. The Queens played a tough opponent and could not overcome their size inside and their shooting from long range and ended their season losing 61-25. Leading the team in scoring was Alli Haskell with 11 and Carryn Sattler with 6. Sattler added 9 boards and Aubrey Fergurson added 7. The Queens ended their season at 9-14 but will have everyone returning on a team with no seniors. Last night, the River Kings made their way to Decorah to take on the class 3A #2 ranked Vikings of Decorah High School in the first round of the 3A state postseason basketball tournament. The Kings battled hard from the opening tip, staying close into the second quarter. But the Vikings kept increasing their lead starting midway through the second quarter and into the second half. The Kings could not account for all of the weapons the Vikings possessed, and ended up losing the game 52-77. Thank you to this year's Seniors: Mharlo Guy, Jordan Coleman, Tyler Daniels and Cole Johnson. We are so appreciative of the hard work and dedication you have given to this program and want to wish you good luck in your future endeavors. No matter where you are headed you will always be a RIVER KING!! GO KINGS!!! Joke of the day What do you call a cow that can't make milk? …An udder failure Activities for Today Bowling Boys Varsity State (A) vs Multiple schools @ Cadillac 9:00am Bowling Girls Varsity State (A) vs Multiple schools @ Cadillac 9:00am Lunch for Today Biscuits & Gravy, Tri-Taters Alternative Lunch Mozzarella Sticks w/ Marinara Sauce, Corn