Nance Elementary

The Clinton Red Tornadoes head to Tuttle this Friday for a first-round playoff battle with the Tigers. Kickoff is set for 7:00pm, and our team is locked in for a fierce matchup on the road.

Here’s what you need to know for Friday night:
🎟️ Tickets can be purchased online at GoFan https://gofan.co/event/5332674?schoolId=OK21137 for $8.35 or at the gate for $10 cash. Anyone PreK and older will need a ticket to enter. OSSAA passes will be accepted.
🇺🇸 Veterans and one guest will receive free admission to first-round playoff games. Present a Military ID card or a driver’s license that lists military status at the gate.
🏈 Gates open at 5:45pm. Kickoff is at 7:00pm.
🥤 Outside food or drink is not allowed.

If you can’t travel, catch the action live on Red Tornado TV at cpsredstv.org. 🖥️

Let's Go Reds! 🌪️ Beat the Tigers! 🐯

#ClintonFootball #FootballPlayoffs #BuildiingChampions #cpsreds #chsok

Across Clinton Public Schools, students and staff came together to honor our nation’s heroes during Veterans Day programs held throughout the district. 🇺🇸

From heartfelt speeches to the moving performances of the National Anthem and patriotic selections by our band and choirs, each assembly served as a reminder of the courage and sacrifice of those who have served. Veterans were recognized as honored guests, and students gained a deeper appreciation for the true meaning of service and freedom through the day’s tributes.

Thank you to all veterans for your bravery and dedication. We are grateful for your service today and every day. ❤️🤍💙

#VeteransDay #HonorOurHeroes #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

The referral window for the Gifted and Talented program at Clinton Public Schools is OPEN! 🌟

🔹 Referrals are open to all stakeholders in a student's life (parents, teachers, etc.). If your child is already participating in GT, no need to refer them again!

🔹 Referral deadline: November 21

To refer a student for testing or for more info, please contact Nancy Murray at:
📞 (580) 323-1290 EXT. 8017
📧 nancy.murray@clintonokschools.org

Let's ensure all of our talented students have the opportunity to thrive! 🌟

#GiftedAndTalented #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

A few of our Nance Bucket Fillers earned special prizes last week! 🎉 From the Book Vending Machine to Sonic drinks and Treasure Chest treats, these students are being celebrated for showing kindness and respect every day. 💛 If you have a student at Nance, ask them what it means to be a Bucket Filler! 🪣 #BucketFillers #NanceElementary #BuildingChampions #cpsreds #nes123

We are proud to celebrate Kimberly Duerksen for being named the Educator of the Game at Friday night’s Senior Night! 🌪️🍎

For 32 years, Mrs. Duerksen has been inspiring students through the gift of music—sharing her passion, talent, and heart in every note. For the past four years, she has poured that same dedication into Clinton High School and Clinton Middle School, creating a space where students are both challenged and encouraged to grow as musicians and individuals.

Her students describe her classroom as a home and her choir as a family. She stays late to help, ensures every student has what they need to succeed, and never lets anyone struggle alone. One student shared, “She helped me find my voice when I had nothing. My confidence and talent have grown because of her.”

Her impact extends far beyond the classroom. Under her direction, the CHS Choir was recently selected as an honor group for the Oklahoma Music Educators Association (OkMEA) conference—a reflection of the excellence she inspires every day.

Thank you, Mrs. Duerksen, for using your gifts to help students find their voices and believe in themselves. Your leadership and love for music truly make a difference. 🌪💛

#BuildingChampions #cpsreds #EducatorOfTheGame

"To those in uniform serving today and to those who have served in the past, we honor you today and every day." — Unknown ❤️🤍💙

Join us as we honor those who have served our country. Our Veterans Day assemblies will be held on Tuesday, November 11. 🇺🇸

If you have a veteran in your family, we invite them to be our special guest.

#VeteransDay #HonorOurHeroes #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

It’s game day, Red Tornado fans! 🌪️

Join us tonight at the Tornado Bowl as we celebrate Senior Night — honoring our Football, Band, Cross Country, Cheer, Pom, Broadcasting, and Choir Seniors beginning at 6:15pm.

It’s also Military Appreciation Night, and all active duty service members and veterans receive free admission as we thank them for their service. 🇺🇸

Let’s pack the stands and show up for our seniors and our heroes! ❤️💛

#BuildingChampions #cpsreds #SeniorNight #MilitaryAppreciation

It’s a big night in the Tornado Bowl! 🌪️

Join us as we honor our 2026 Football, Band, Cross Country, Cheer, Pom, Broadcasting, and Choir Seniors during Senior Night—celebrating their hard work and dedication as Red Tornadoes! ❤️💛

We’re also recognizing our military heroes for Military Appreciation Night. 🇺🇸 Active duty service members and veterans will receive free admission to the game.

🎓 Senior Night activities begin at 6:15pm
🏈 Kickoff vs.Douglass at 7:00pm

Let’s pack the stands, show our appreciation, and cheer loudly for our seniors and service members! 🎉👏

#BuildingChampions #cpsreds #SeniorNight #MilitaryAppreciation

It’s that time— the CHS Key Club Coat Drive is here! 🧥

Key Club is collecting new and gently used coats from November 6 through December 4 to help keep our community warm this winter. All donations will go to Clinton Christmas Connection.

Drop-off locations:
• Clinton High School
• CTC
• Interbank
• Bank of the West

Let’s fill those donation boxes, Clinton! 💛🌪️

#KeyClub #BuildingChampions #cpsreds #Community #CoatDrive

We are proud to celebrate Micah Baker for being named the Educator of the Game at Friday night’s Homecoming game! 🌪️🍎

Now in his third year at CHS, Mr. Baker teaches Oklahoma History, Government, Speech, and Drama. He and his wife, Amy, have been married for two years.

He was nominated by student, Hadley Meget, who shared:

“Mr. Baker is a great teacher and is always wanting to teach us more things every day. Even when we don't have time to do something new, he still is always up and going to teach us everything he knows. He is always happy to be in class. I love going to his class and love seeing him support all the sports whenever he can!”

Thank you, Mr. Baker, for the energy, positivity, and heart you bring to CHS each day! 💛

#BuildingChampions #cpsreds #EducatorOfTheGame

Congratulations to our 2025 Homecoming Queen & King, Danna Mendieta & Ronnie Redshin! 👑🎉

We’re so proud of both of you and the way you represent Clinton High School with pride, class, and Red Tornado spirit. 💛🌪️

#Homecoming2025 #HOCO #Homecoming #BuildingChampions #cpsreds #chsok

Let's get fired up! 🎉

Go Reds! Beat the Owls! 🌪️🦉

See you at 10:00am! 💛

#GameDay #Homecoming #Homecoming2025 #HOCO #BuildingChampions #cpsreds #chsok

Homecoming Parade Participants - this update is for you! 💛

Please check the order and pick up your car number at the First United Methodist Church tomorrow, starting at 2:45pm. Ms. Ashley Kelley, Mrs. Whitney Misak, and Ms. Brooklyn Gray will have the sign-in table just inside the front entrance to the church sanctuary or right outside for you! 🚒🎶🏈🥁🚓

We are looking forward to a great parade celebrating CHS Homecoming festivities! 🎉🌪️

#Homecoming2025 #HOCO #Parade #HomecomingParade #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

It's Homecoming Week! 🌪️🏈

Don't miss all the fun happening tomorrow!

Downtown Parade on Frisco - 3:30pm
Homecoming Coronation - 6:30pm
CHS Football vs Elgin Owls - 7:00pm

It's a great week to be a Red Tornado! 🌪️

#HOCO #Homecoming2025 #Homecoming #ClintonFootball #BuildingChampions #cpsreds #chsok

Things are moving along, inside and outside the new Clinton Middle School! 👀💛🌪️

#Community #CapitalImprovement #NewBuilding #BondProject #BuildingChampions #cpsreds #cmsok

Mrs. Hurd is showing the Red Tornado spirit by loading up a cart full of donated water bottles for the Homecoming Hunger Food Drive! 💪🛒

You can join her in helping PACK THE PANTRY—bring your canned goods and non-perishable food items to CHS to support our community. Let’s make a big impact together, C-Town! ❤️🌪️

#HomecomingHungerFoodDrive #FoodDrive #Community #PackThePantry #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

Homecoming isn’t just about school spirit — it’s about community spirit, too! 🏈 This year, CHS is proud to host the Homecoming Hunger Food Drive! 📦 When: October 27–October 31 📍 Where: Drop your donations off on the tables in the CHS Atrium 🥫 What to Bring: Non-perishable food items like canned goods, pasta, rice, cereal, and peanut butter Every donation makes a difference — and the class with the most items collected will win a pizza party from Lucky Star Casino! 🍕 Together, we can make this year’s homecoming a celebration of generosity, unity, and hometown pride. 💪♥️ #CHSHomecoming #FoodDrive #Community #HOCOFoodDrive #BuildingChampions #cpsreds #chsok

Next week is going to be packed with school spirit and good choices! 🎉

We’re celebrating Red Ribbon Week and Homecoming Week, which means double the fun with themed dress-up days across C-Town! 💛♥️

Red Ribbon Week reminds us to make healthy choices and live drug-free, while Homecoming gives us the chance to show off that Red Tornado pride! 🌪️

Let’s make it a week to remember, C-Town!

#RedRibbonWeek #Homecoming2025 #HOCO #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

Earlier this week, Marla Pankratz from SWOSU brought a group of future teachers to Nance to read to our Pre-K students! 📚💙🐾

Our littlest learners loved hearing stories and spending time with these aspiring educators. What a fun way to inspire the next generation of teachers while bringing smiles to our students' faces! 🌪️✨

#FutureTeachers #SWOSU #EducationPartner #BuildingChampions #cpsreds #nes123

Congratulations to our 2025 Clinton High School Homecoming Candidates! 🌪️💛

Back Row L-R: Sutton Hernandez, Atticus Thompson, Vince Jones, Ronnie Redshin, Derren Hester
Front Row L-R: Alyvia Williams, Peyton Clonce, Jocelyn King, Danna Mendieta, Savana Martinez

We’re proud to recognize these outstanding students for representing CHS with pride and spirit. 👏🎉

Join us for Homecoming Coronation on Friday, October 31, at 6:30pm at the Tornado Bowl. It’s sure to be a special night in C-Town!

#Homecoming2025 #HOCO #Homecoming #BuildingChampions #cpsreds #chsok