Southwest Elementary

Elementary families—don’t forget to stop by the photo ops during Meet the Teacher tonight!

📸 Snap a pic, share the fun, and tag #cpsreds so we can see all the back-to-school excitement! 📚😀

#OpenHouse #MeetTheTeacher #BackToSchool #BuildingChampions

🎒✨ Tomorrow night is packed with chances to get ready for a great school year!

🏫 District Open House/Meet The Teacher/Freshman Orientation
🗓️ Friday, August 1
⏰ 5:00-7:00pm

🍎 Nance, Southwest, and Washington Elementary: Meet your teachers, explore your classrooms, and purchase any additional supplies. Remember to bring your school supplies with you! 🖍📓 Don't forget to take a pic outside with our photo ops and use #cpsreds to tag us!

🍎 CMS Students and CHS Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors: Pick up your schedules, meet your teachers, and get familiar with your classes.

🍎 CHS Freshmen: Join us at 5:00pm at the Dome for Freshman Orientation. Learn all about CHS, get your schedule, and tour the school. Parents are welcome!
We're excited to see you all there! 💛🌪

🍎 CHS Students: Don't forget Picture Day is happening during Open House. Stop by the library to get your pic! 📸

🍎 The first day of school for CPS is Tuesday, August 5! We are excited for a fantastic 25-26 school year! 🌪️

#BackToSchool #OpenHouse #MeetTheTeacher #FreshmanOrientation #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

Our new teachers officially started today, and we’re thrilled to have them join the CPS family! They’re already diving into training and preparing for an amazing year ahead. 📚🍎

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

#BuildingChampions #cpsreds

Need medication forms for the 2025-26 school year?

You’ll find everything you need on our Health Services page — including forms for prescriptions, inhalers, and more.

Visit: https://www.cpsreds.org/page/health-services 💊📋

#BuildingChampions #cpsreds

📵 New Personal Electronic Device Policy 📵

Starting this school year, students must keep phones turned off and stored in backpacks from bell to bell. This includes smart watches, earbuds, and other personal electronic devices.

✅ Exceptions for medical/emergency use
📲 School-issued devices = OK for learning
🚫 No distractions. No disruptions.

We encourage everyone to take some time to review our CPS Board of Education policy on personal electronic devices, which you can find on our district website: https://5il.co/3meqv

Thank you for helping us create a focused and safe learning environment!

#BuildingChampions #cpsreds

🥪 It’s the FINAL week of free summer meal pickup and our crew is ready! 👊💥

Stop by CHS today from 11:00am–1:00pm to grab take-home meals for your kids. No forms, no hassle—just good food to keep everyone going strong.

Let’s finish the summer well-fed! 😀

#SummerFeeding #OPAA #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

📣 CPS Families — If you haven’t enrolled your student for the upcoming school year, now’s the time!

✅ Online enrollment is open and only takes a few minutes.
💻 Get started at https://www.cpsreds.org/page/enroll

Let’s get set for an awesome school year! 🌪️🍎

#BackToSchool #Enrollment #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

🎉 GREAT NEWS: REDS 365 is Back for 2025–2026! 🎉

After weeks of uncertainty, the federal funds for our REDS 365 after-school program have officially been released, and we are thrilled to move forward with offering this vital service to our students and families this school year!

REDS 365 provides a safe, structured, and supportive environment for students after school with academic help, enrichment activities, meals, and more. We’re grateful to be able to continue this work through June 2026 thanks to the restored 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC) Grant funding.

📝 Sign-up forms will go home in Monday folders on August 11 and will need to be returned by the following Monday, August 18. REDS 365 will start on Monday, August 25 for students in Pre-K through 5th grade.

Assistant Superintendent Melissa Knabe expressed, “We are excited to be able to offer REDS 365 for this school year. This program is important for our students, families, and community, and Director Eunice Wilson and the REDS 365 staff are ready to welcome students into the program for this year. We look forward to seeing everyone after school on August 25!”

We’re ready to hit the ground running—and we can’t wait to welcome students back to REDS 365 soon!

#REDS365 #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

Smiles are contagious. Laughter is free. And Mondays? They're not so bad when you bring the right energy.

Smile big. Laugh often. Let’s make this week count — one good moment at a time. 😀

#MondayMotivation #cpsreds #BuildingChampions

📚 The countdown is on! Back to School is right around the corner, and we can't wait to welcome everyone back.

Mark your calendar for our District Open House/Meet the Teacher!

🗓 Friday, August 1
⏰ 5:00–7:00pm

🍎 Nance, Southwest & Washington Elementary
Meet your teachers, drop off your supplies, explore your classrooms, and take a photo at our designated photo opportunity.

🍎 CMS Students + CHS Sophomores, Juniors, & Seniors
Come pick up your schedules, meet your teachers, and get a sneak peek at where your classes will be.

🍎 CHS Freshmen
Your night starts at 5:00pm in the Dome! Join us for Freshman Orientation—get your schedule, learn the ropes, and take a tour. Parents are encouraged to attend!

📸 CHS Students
Smile! Picture Day will be happening during Open House. Swing by the library to get yours taken.

🎉 The first day of school is Tuesday, August 5. Let’s make 2025–2026 one for the books!

#BackToSchool #MeetTheTeacher #OpenHouse #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

📣 Community-Wide Wrestling Meeting 🏆🤼

Calling all current and future wrestlers — from Pre-K to 12th grade — and anyone interested in joining the Clinton wrestling family!

📅 Tuesday, July 29
🕡 6:30pm
📍 Clinton Middle School Cafeteria

We’ll be sharing our vision, upcoming plans, and important info for all age levels. Whether you're a returning athlete, brand new to the sport, or a parent wanting to learn more, this meeting is for you.

Let’s gear up for a great season. See you there!

#RedTornadoWrestling #Wrestling #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

🍔 Swing by CHS for FREE meals from 11:00am–1:00pm
📝 Enroll in person at CMS from 2:00–7:00pm
💻 Or knock it out online anytime https://www.cpsreds.org/page/enroll

Let’s get ready for an awesome school year! 🌪️🍎

#Enrollment #FreeMeals #SummerFeeding #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

Day one of enrollment. ✅

⬇️ Here's what you need to know for day two! ⬇️

📅 Thursday, July 17
🕑 2:00-7:00pm
📍 CMS Cafeteria, 1001 Orient Ave.

⬇️ Online Enrollment ⬇️

🕛 Available 24/7
💻 www.cpsreds.org/page/enroll
🚨 Please choose existing student if your child attended CPS last year.

#Enrollment #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

🚨Big news from CPS! 🚨

Please help us congratulate Melissa Knabe, who has been named the new Assistant Superintendent of Clinton Public Schools! 🎉

From leading major grant projects to supporting teachers, launching virtual learning, and shaping curriculum, Mrs. Knabe has played a key role in moving our district forward. Her passion for public education and deep commitment to our students and staff make her the perfect fit for this role.

We’re proud to have her leadership guiding the way as we keep #BuildingChampions at every level.

Read more: https://www.cpsreds.org/page/assistantsuperintendenthire

Congratulations Mrs. Knabe! 👏 It’s a great day to be a Red Tornado! 🌪️

#cpsreds

📣 Enrollment Week is Here! 🎉

Whether you prefer to enroll from home or stop by in person, Clinton Public Schools is ready to get your student registered for the 2025–2026 school year!

💻 Online Enrollment will open on Wednesday, July 16
📍 In-Person Enrollment is available at Clinton Middle School:
🗓 Wednesday, July 16 | 9:00am – 2:00pm
🗓 Thursday, July 17 | 2:00pm – 7:00pm

Find everything you need to know for enrollment here:
https://www.cpsreds.org/page/enroll

#Enrollment #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

Mark your calendars! In-person enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year is happening next week! 📚💻

🗓 Wednesday, July 16 | 9:00am – 2:00pm
🗓 Thursday, July 17 | 2:00pm – 7:00pm
📍 Clinton Middle School, 1001 Orient Ave

Come by during the time that works best for your family to complete enrollment, ask questions, and get set for the new school year.

We can't wait to see you there! 🌪️

#Enrollment #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

🎉 It's Thursday! 🎉

Don't forget to stop by CHS to pick up FREE TAKE-HOME MEALS for kids 18 and under (not already eating at Washington Elementary). 🍩🍊

Today from 11:00am–1:00pm.

#FreeMeals #SummerFeeding #FeedingChampions #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

🚨 Temporary Hold on REDS 365 Program Due to Federal Funding Delay 🚨

CPS Family,

We want to make you aware of a serious funding issue that affects our REDS 365 after-school program. As many of you know, this program is made possible through the Federal 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC) Grant. Although this year’s grant funding was approved in March, we have been informed that the funding—scheduled to be released July 1—has been withheld for review as of June 30.

At this time, we do not have a clear answer on when or if those funds will be released. Without those funds, we will not be able to launch the REDS 365 program when school starts.

This impacts students and families, bus drivers, custodians, cooks, support staff, certified teachers, CHS student workers, and our community. It’s more than a grant—it’s an essential service that touches every corner of our district. We are grateful to have been able to provide those opportunities to students for the past three years.

We will continue to advocate with state and national partners to press for the release of the funds and will keep you informed the moment we learn something definitive.

Thank you for your continued support, flexibility, and care for our students and families as we navigate this uncertainty.

If you have questions or concerns, please reach out to Superintendent Nathan Meget at nathan.meget@clintonokschools.org or Federal Programs Director Melissa Knabe at melissa.knabe@clintonokschools.org.