Students are required to wear their blazer and tie with their regular uniform every Wednesday.
Our Suit & Soar Wednesdays will begin August 13.
Students will also be required to wear their blazer and tie for their yearbook photo on Monday, August 18.
We’re excited to announce the Clark-Shaw Track & Field teams for both girls and boys! 🎉
📌 IMPORTANT – Mandatory Parent Meeting
🗓 Monday, January 26
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 All parents/guardians must attend
Conditioning Begins
🗓 Monday, January 26
All athletes should be ready to start conditioning Monday.
The meeting will cover expectations, schedules, and important information for a successful season. We look forward to an amazing year on the track!
Girls
Adams, Lauren
Ball, Talynn
Carter, Aaliyah
Davis, Blakeley
Douglas, Justis
Fisher, Melina
Johnson, Kerri
Locke-Willams, Kimora
Nelson, Taleeiah
Nobles, Ka'Mauri
Pender, Chloe
Penn, Kayla
Robinson, Caylee
Robinson, Olivia
Seals, Caylee
Todd, Payton
Wilson, Schylar
Wilson, Sicily
Manager: Zari Henderson
Boys
Arrington, Ivan
Brewer, James
Henly, Makhi
Johnson, Derius
Lambert, Devin
Lofton, Joelson
Louis, Chrysander
Montgomery, Jordan
Murphy, Kendall
Pate, Andrew
Peterson, Caleb
Powell, Brennan
Stallworth, Wilson
Steele, Dillon
Todd, Parker
Ward, Jordan
Wells, Chase
Williams, Michael
Willis, Keaton
Manager: Antonio Clements
All purchases must be made by Thursday, January 29, 2026!
You can design the ad using the Lifetouch ad builder (available and emailed after online purchase only), using Canva, or by sending desired ad details to Mrs. Howell for a member of the yearbook staff to design.
The completed digital ad designs are due no later than February 12th! If you are submitting ideas for the yearbook staff design, those details are due with payment by January 29th!
To purchase online visit: ybpay.lifetouch.com
Don’t miss out on this special opportunity!
Link to the PDF copy of the Ad Order Form: https://aptg.co/X4Fn9c
We are so proud of our 9th graders who recently took the Pre-ACT and earned outstanding scores! A perfect Pre-ACT composite score is 30, and these students are right up there—way to go!
🌟 Top Scores 🌟
• Khushi Patel – 29
• Camdyn Robinson – 28
• Micah Ezell – 26
• Tatum Wittner – 25
Your hard work, focus, and determination truly shine. Keep setting those goals high and reaching for them!
All parents/guardians of NEW 6th–8th grade students are required to attend an important parent meeting to help set your child up for success at Clark-Shaw Magnet School.
🗓 Thursday, January 27
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Clark-Shaw Magnet School
This meeting will cover essential information about expectations, academics, and ways families can best support their child throughout the school year.
🔔 Important: A daytime makeup meeting will be scheduled and announced later for families who are unable to attend the evening meeting.
Your partnership is key to your child’s success—we look forward to seeing you there!
When: Every second Thursday of the month
Time: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: Online via Zoom (link provided upon registration)
What to Expect:
Engaging Discussions: Each month, Lifeline Counseling Services will facilitate conversations focused on topics relevant to parenting and child development.
Resource Sharing: Community partners will join Lifeline to share helpful programs and resources available to support you and your family.
Supportive Community: Parents and caregivers can connect in a safe, welcoming environment to learn from one another and share experiences.
Upcoming Topics:
January 8: New Year, New Beginnings
February 12: Building Healthy Relationships
March 12: Navigating Screen Time
April 9: Mental Health Awareness
May 14: Nutrition and Wellness for Families
And many more!
To register, sign up using the Google Form. Once you are registered, a ZOOM link will be sent to your email--
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScfNl-sVqME4oEDQkeQ8fGry-HbDRPwa9dUWoEv3jl3ACZO4Q/viewform?pli=1
Calling all creative Eagles! Crochet Club is officially kicking off and we’d love for you to join us.
Here’s what you need to know:
• 📅 Meets once a month on the first Wednesday
• 🎉 First meeting: February 4
• 📍 Location: Mrs. Collier’s room
• 💲 $10 fee to participate
• 👥 Only the first 20 students who sign up and pay the fee will be accepted
Whether you’re brand new to crochet or already love it, Crochet Club is a great way to learn a new skill, relax, and create something awesome.
Sign up early—spots will fill quickly!
Parents/Guardians of CURRENT 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students:
Please be sure to complete the Recommitment Google Form to let Clark-Shaw Magnet School know if your student will be returning next school year.
This information is very important for planning purposes, and the form should be completed as soon as possible.
Link to Google Form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScndLaP8YBeN94YXmb03dbEXvKB7Skdkx6gQwXD_jMVy-9gvA/viewform
Thank you for your prompt attention and continued support of Clark-Shaw Magnet School.
As our Robotics sponsor, Mrs. Atchison goes above and beyond to support students in STEM, encouraging curiosity, problem-solving, and innovation. Her background in Computer and Information Science brings a unique and valuable perspective to the classroom, and her passion for learning is evident in everything she does. Whether assisting colleagues, supporting students, or troubleshooting a challenge, Mrs. Atchison is always ready to step in with a smile.
Mrs. Atchison truly embodies the spirit of Clark-Shaw Magnet—innovative, supportive, and student-centered. We are incredibly grateful for her commitment and proud to celebrate her as our Teacher of the Year!
Report Card Reminder
Report cards will be sent home on Monday, January 12. We encourage families to take time to review the grades and the teacher comments carefully, as they provide helpful information about each student’s academic progress and overall standing.
These comments are meant to support growth and success. Every student will receive an envelope with a report card and other information. Any revocation, probation, or attendance letters will be mailed home separately. If you have questions or need clarification, please feel free to reach out to your child’s teachers. Thank you for your continued partnership!
Events can also be found on our website at- https://www.clarkshawmagnet.com/o/clsms/events
✨ Discover Clark-Shaw Magnet School! ✨
Empowering Minds. Sparking Futures.
Families interested in the 2026–2027 school year are invited to learn more about Clark-Shaw Magnet School, an award-winning magnet school committed to rigorous, hands-on, and inquiry-based learning.
📅 Open House: Tuesday, January 13, 2026 from 3:00-6:00 P.M.
📍 Clark-Shaw Magnet School
🗓 Magnet School Applications Open: January 7–21, 2026
https://magnet-applications-mcpss.powerappsportals.com/
At Clark-Shaw, students thrive in academics, athletics, and innovation. We are proud to be the ONLY junior high offering Career & Technical Education (CTE) courses in 9th grade, with pathways in Health Science, Business, and Computer Science/Information Technology.
Students also enjoy a wide range of extracurricular opportunities including robotics, archery, Scholars Bowl, NJHS, athletics, band, student council, chess club, E-sports, and more!
📞 Have questions or want to schedule a tour? Call 251-221-2106
🌐 Visit us online: www.clarkshawmagnet.com
📱 Follow us on social media: @clarkshawmagnet_eagles
Come see why Clark-Shaw is where futures take flight! 🦅
Middle school students and parents—get ready to stir up some fun! We’re excited to announce an informational meeting for Cooking Club, open to students in grades 6–9 who are interested in learning kitchen skills, teamwork, and the joy of cooking.
📅 Wednesday, January 14
⏰ 2:50–3:45 P.M.
📍 Clark-Shaw Magnet School
👉 Important: Students must attend the informational meeting in order to participate in Cooking Club. This meeting will cover expectations, safety guidelines, and what students can expect throughout the year.
📧 Questions? Please email Nurse Walker.
We are excited to congratulate the following students for being selected to represent our STEM Challenge Team! This team will collaborate to solve real-world problems through hands-on engineering challenges, critical thinking, coding, design, and teamwork. Students will plan, build, test, and improve solutions while preparing for competitive STEM events and challenges throughout the year.
👏 STEM Challenge Team Members:
Alley Azam
Mason Barnes
Sadie Brannon
Vincent DeBrum
Ayden Cruz
Dylan Garay
Avery McPherson
Kennedi Montgomery
Tram Nguyen
Joshua Oladejo
Darsh Patel
Sakhi Patel
Jade Sherrod
Aisha Raza
Fatima Raza
Olivia Townsend
📅 First Team Meeting:
January 13th
🕒 2:50 – 4:00 P.M.
We can’t wait to see these students think creatively, problem-solve, and innovate together. Congratulations to all team members—get ready to design, build, and compete!
If you’re interested in joining the Track & Field team, mark your calendars:
📅 Tryout Dates: January 13th, 14th, & 15th
⏰ Time: 2:50–4:45 P.M.
📌 Important Reminders:
• Dragonfly MUST be completed by January 9th
• $10 tryout fee – see Coach Smith-Lofton to pay
• Bring a water bottle each day
• Eligible students: 7th–9th grades
Come ready to work hard, stay focused, and give it your best effort. We can’t wait to see you on the track!
We are excited to announce the 2025–2026 Clark-Shaw Softball Team!
These athletes worked hard, showed their skills, and demonstrated true Eagle pride during tryouts. Let’s give a huge round of applause to our newest team!
Kylie Brandon
Bethany Brown
Zoe Love
Kyri Minor
Jada Oliver-Smith
Zion Pearson
Caylee Seals
Abigail Smith
Zy’Tea-sia Tucker
Khalani Upshaw
Lauryn Watson
Kimora Williams
Paisley Williamson
Sicily Wilson
Londyn Wilson-Grant
We can’t wait to see these Eagles take the field this season!
Let’s SOAR, Softball Eagles! 🦅
Hey Clark-Shaw Magnet School of Math, Science, and Technology Parents and Students, our Holiday social will be held on Thursday, December 18, 2025!! The theme this year is ‘Ugly Sweater’.
⏰This is an in school event so 6th and 7th grades will attend from 9 am - 10:15 am. 8th and 9th grades will attend from 1 pm - 2:15 pm.
🎟The cost to attend is $5 and tickets can be purchased online by visiting our PTA square store: https://clark-shaw-magnet-school-pta.square.site/product/holiday-social-ticket/47?fbclid=IwY2xjawOsJtJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFuQVUxckRxaUFpaUtaNldic3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHvCmicH9tjc0Es-lSXgAkmxEQV0U1Vrd42a2cSpBZCCtZV_6OFvwhyEZutq-_aem_yrQe0vwXD7M88fypVf6wKg
Link to the PTA Store
🏆 We are having an Ugly Holiday Sweater (or shirt) contest. We will choose a winner from each grade so get creative!!! Students will be allowed to wear jeans with no holes or rips and tennis shoes (no crocs).
🍿🍬We will have a popcorn bar with lots of yummy toppings, music, and other fun activities!
🛑 Ticket sales will end on Tuesday, Dec. 16th at midnight!
Events are listed on our website at https://www.clarkshawmagnet.com/o/clsms/events
All events can be found on our website under "Events" at https://www.clarkshawmagnet.com/o/clsms/events
We wanted to share an important update about our upcoming science fair. Because of a delay in shipment, our display boards, header boards, and label kits haven’t arrived yet. They are on the way, and we expect them next week.
To make sure every student has what they need and no one feels rushed, we are adjusting the due dates for the display board and logbook. These items will now be due the week we return from winter break.
📅 New Due Dates:
8th Grade: Wednesday, January 7, 2026
7th Grade: Thursday, January 8, 2026
6th Grade: Friday, January 9, 2026
If your child ordered a display board, header board, or label set through the school, those items will be handed out before we leave for winter break.
If you have any questions, please reach out to your child’s science teacher—we’re here to help and support your student’s success!
