The Cub Hub
Beginning of February Newsletter
Dear Cub Nation,
As we step into the month of February, we begin to get a little busier around Clark. This month we have the opportunity to celebrate our counselors with National School Counselors Week, Kindness Week, and Black History Month. We also have several fun events coming up for families and students. Be sure to read through the newsletter for information on all the exciting things happening at Clark this month.
However we can support you please let us know. Again, I want to encourage you to keep up with all the amazing things happening at Clark, including the following:
- The Cub Hub - The Cub Hub is our campus newsletters that will be issued twice per month to families.
- The PTO Newsletter - Issued once per month and will be linked to The Cub Hub.
- Follow us on Social Media - Facebook or Twitter.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email or call. Here are a few updates and reminder:
Best Regards,
Ken Shields
Proud Principal of Clark Intermediate
- February 5th - 9th - School Counselor Appreciation Week
- February 5th - 9th - Valentines Lollipop Sale (during lunches)
- February 7th - Wire - Less Wednesday Kick-off
- February 8th - Woodson's Spirit Night
- February 13th - PTO Meeting @ 9:30
- February 14th - Spring Picture Day
- February 15th - Human Development Presentations for Students during PE
- February 16th - No School for Students
- February 19th - No School for All
- February 21st - Credit By Exam Testing (6th Grade Advanced Math Only)
- February 22nd - Cub Cause Awards
- February 23rd - Family Fiesta
- February 29th - Extreme Science Program
CISD Honor Choir
Our Cubs participated in CISD Honor Choir auditions last weekend and boy did they do well! Out of the 112 sixth graders that made the choir 25 of them are from Clark! So proud of all of our students who participated and special shout to Mrs. Zetterstrom for all she does to make choir a special experience for our Cubs!
Band Trip to see the Houston Symphony
Our band students got a special treat. After having to reschedule because of the weather delay Mrs. Lopez, Mrs. Kasperek, Mr. Butler, and our band student teacher, Mr. Hernandez took about 180 students to see the Houston Symphony on Wednesday. They had a great time and what a great experience?
Marcos Pizza Box Winners!
We had a great turn out for our Marco’s Pizza Spirit Night last week! Thank you for your participation! Over $600 was raised for our school. The Marcos Pizza staff voted on their favorite pizza box and the winners were:
- Jason Tollo – Philips’ Homebase
- Franco Torres – Murray’s Homebase
These students won a pizza party for their classes!
School Counselor Appreciation Week
Valentine's Day Lollipop Sale
Wire - LESS Wednesday's
Beginning February 7, from 8:00-8:30 each Wednesday morning, we ask that students unplug from technology and plug in to a chat with friends. Conversation blocks, “Would You Rathers,” and other conversation starters will be available to get things going.
Woodson's Spirit Night
Kindness Week 2024
Spring Picture Day
Human Growth & Development Instruction
On February 15th our students will receive their required instruction related to Human Growth and Development for 5th and 6th grades and instruction related to the Prevention of Child Abuse, Family Violence, Dating Violence, and Human Trafficking for 6th grade only. This instruction will take place during PE via Nurse Stringer, Counselor Mrs. Bentley, and our PE team. Parents must OPT-IN for their child to receive this instruction. If parents do not sign the consent form, or it is not returned by Tuesday, February 13th, the student will NOT be allowed to participate in the lessons. We will NOT make calls the day of, even if a child requests to do so. Consent forms were sent home in Friday folders, if you are interested in your child participating in this instruction please fill out the form and return it to your child's homebase teacher. We will not accept forms after February 13th.
Clark Family Fiesta
This is a fun family event that includes bingo, a Photo Booth, silent auction, and more! Tickets are on sale now and this event is always a sell out, so don’t delay in getting your tickets. Space is limited!
Yearbooks For Sale
The Cub Connection (Student Newspaper)
Parent Engagement Nights
See Something, Say Something
One of our priorities as a campus and a community is to ensure the health and safety of all students. While we can monitor and support all students when they are at school with us, needs may arise during after school hours. Please feel free to reach out via email or leave a voicemail, and we will address the concerns when we return to campus the following day. If the situation requires immediate attention, such as a concern for the physical safety of a child, please use the Kid Chat line or Anonymous Alerts. Immediate action will be taken by the Conroe ISD police department.
2024 is rolling right along and Clark PTO is hard at work making sure the second semester at Clark is one our Clark Cubs won't soon forget. With that being said, we are pleased to have our February PTO Newsletter available for you and this month it is PACKED with information, so we hope you take a few minutes to read this month's issue. You'll find: 6th Annual Family Fiesta information (space is limited - get your tickets before they SELL OUT!), donation request for our Silent Auction class baskets at the Fiesta, upcoming Spirit Night information, discounted spiritwear and MORE! We also share details and more information frequently on our Clark PTO Facebook page and would love for you to follow us there: https://www.facebook.com/ClarkIntermediatePTO!
Link to Newsletter: (this link will stay the same for all of February)
Watch DOGS
Week of 1/22 - 1/26
Week of 1/29 -2/2
CISD Screen Time Tips
Set Social Media-Free Days: Designate certain days for your family to unplug from social media and screens.
Voting
The Parent Hub APP
In an effort to make sure you have all the latest and most up-to-date information from Clark, we have built the Clark Parent Hub. This app is a one stop shop for "all things Clark!" We have included two links for your information, the first link is a brief video Introducing you to the Parent Hub. It is about 5 minutes in length. The second link is a flyer version of the directions. Additionally, I also have linked the pdf versions for Androids and iPhones.
We hope this app helps you stay connected to Clark. If you have any trouble with the app feel free to reach out to us at clark@conroeisd.net and someone will get back to you.
Transportation Changes
Clark Clubs
Device Controls (Image is a link)
Ken Shields - Principal
More about me:
- How long have you been in education? I am going into my 15th year in education with 13 of them in CISD.
- How long have you been at Clark? This will be my first year at Clark, but 6th year in the Grand Oaks Feeder.
- Alma Mater(s) - I went to Sam Houston State University for both my Masters and Bachelors. Eat 'Em up Kats!
- What did you teach when you were in the classroom? I taught 9th grade World Geography and AP Human Geography most of my teaching career and I briefly taught World History.
- Email: kcshields@conroeisd.net
- Meet Mr. Shields!
Kristie Schrutka - Assistant Principal, 5th Grade
More about me:
- How long have you been in education? I am going into my 11th year in education.
- How long have you been at Clark? This will be my 5th year at Clark.
- Alma Mater(s) - I received my Bachelors at Texas A&M and my Masters from Sam Houston State University.
- What did you teach when you were in the classroom? I have taught Algebra, 6th Grade Math, 5th Grade Math and Special Education.
- Email: kschrutka@conroeisd.net
Leslie Zientek - Counselor, 5th Grade
- How long have you been in education? This will be my 25th year in education. I have 14 years experience as a classroom teacher, and this will be my 11th year as a counselor.
- How long have you been at Clark? I was lucky enough to help open Clark, so this will be my 6th year!
- Alma Mater(s) - I earned a Bachelors from Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, LA in Dual Elementary/Special Education Degree & a Master's from Sam Houston State University in School Counseling.
- What did you teach when you were in the classroom? I taught High School & Elementary Special Education courses, as well as, 3rd- 5th Grade Language Arts and Social Studies.
- Email: lzientek@conroeisd.net
Rachel Gibbs - Assistant Principal, 6th Grade
- How long have you been in education? I am going into year 18 in education!
- How long have you been at Clark? I am starting year 3 at Clark.
- Alma Mater(s) - I received my Bachelor's of Social Work from Harding University & Masters in Educational Leadership from UT Tyler.
- What did you teach when you were in the classroom? I taught 7th & 8th grade Language Arts.
- Email: rsgibbs@conroeisd.net
Amber Bentley - Counselor, 6th Grade
- How long have you been in education? This will be my 27th year in education.
- How long have you been at Clark? I am excited to begin my 4th year at Clark.
- Alma Mater(s) - I earned a bachelor's degree from Oklahoma State University (GO POKES!) and a master's degree from Sam Houston State University.
- What did you teach when you were in the classroom? My teaching adventures included Special Education (K-4th grade), 3rd and 4th grade math/science/social studies, and 7th grade English. My favorite subject...ALL OF THEM!
- Email: abentley@conroeisd.net
Rachel Minton-Bailey - Diagnostician
- How long have you been in education? I have be in education for 13 years.
- How long have you been at Clark? I have been at Clark for 2 years.
- What did you teach when you were in the classroom? I taught CTE classes, Family Consumer Science.
- Email: rmintonbailey@conroeisd.net
Marizela Garza - 504/Testing Coordinator
- How long have you been in education? This is my 19th year in education.
- How long have you been at Clark? This will be my 4th year at Clark.
- Alma Mater(s) - I received my Bachelors from Sam Houston State and Master's from Lamar University.
- What did you teach when you were in the classroom? I have taught 4th grade ESL, 4th grade self contained, and Math for grades 2, 4, 5, and 6.
- Email: mmgarza@conroeisd.net