Clio High School

A big thank you to Mr. McMullen’s Woodshop Class for the outstanding work on these custom wooden organizers! 🪵👏

Your craftsmanship, attention to detail, and pride in your work really show. These pieces turned out fantastic and will be put to great use. We truly appreciate the time and effort you put into this project.

Great job, everyone! 👍

Congratulations to the following high school staff members for being recognized for their outstanding contributions to our school! 🎉

Teacher of the Year:

• Matthew DiCosola

• Emily Gorde

Support Staff Members of the Year:

• Austin Adkison

• Vivienne Helton

• Brianna Hoskey

• Garrett McGraw

These honors reflect the dedication, hard work, and positive impact each of these individuals brings to our school community every day. Thank you for the commitment and care you show in supporting our students and staff. Your efforts truly make a difference! 👏🍎

We are sharing our CHS recommended school supply list for the 2026–2027 school year early to give families plenty of time to plan ahead for these purchases.

New next year: we are recommending that students purchase their own calculator. While our Media Center does have calculators available for students who are unable to purchase one, we strongly encourage students to have their own. A personal calculator is a tool students will use throughout high school and into college-level coursework.

We hope sharing this information in advance is helpful as you plan for the upcoming school year. Thank you for your continued support!

To ensure a safe and smooth arrival for all students, please follow the morning drop-off procedures outlined below.

• The Bus Drop-Off Lot is reserved for buses during morning arrival whenever a bus is present.

• Parent drop-off is only allowed in the bus lot when no buses are in the area.

• Parents and guardians driving students to school should use Lot A or Lot B for morning drop-off.

Using the designated lots helps reduce traffic congestion and keeps students safe as they enter the building.
Entrances marked with a ⭐ on the map indicate doors that are unlocked and monitored during drop-off time.

Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us provide a safe, efficient start to the school day for our students.

The Clio High School Yearbook is the place where this year’s memories come together—from classroom moments to milestones with friends. Don’t miss your chance to order a copy, submit photos, or recognize a student with a special ad. Use the QR codes to order your yearbook, create recognition ads, and upload senior portraits or photos you’d like considered for inclusion. Be part of the story and help capture what makes this year unforgettable.

PSAT and SAT practice opportunities available to students at Clio High School. Regular practice can help students build confidence, improve scores, and become more comfortable with the digital testing format.

Students have access to two excellent free resources:

• Khan Academy — Offers personalized practice based on skill level, targeted areas for improvement, and step-by-step explanations.
• College Board Bluebook App — The official practice platform from College Board, providing full-length digital PSAT and SAT practice tests that closely mirror the real exam experience.

Consistent practice can strengthen reading, writing, and math skills while helping students feel more confident on test day. Encouraging students to take advantage of these tools is a great step toward college readiness.

This spring, students across Michigan will participate in required state assessments. These tests help measure student progress toward college and career readiness and provide important information that schools use to improve instruction and support student learning. Depending on grade level, students may take assessments such as M-STEP, PSAT 8/9, PSAT 10, or the Michigan Merit Exam (which includes the SAT and other components for 11th grade).

Please see the attached letter from the Michigan Department of Education for more detailed information about Michigan’s state testing program and what families can expect this spring.

To view available scholarships, please follow the steps below:

Go to clioschools.org.
Click on the Menu option and select Clio High School.
Click on the Menu tab again and scroll down to the Students section.
Under Guidance Zone, click the + sign and select Scholarships.

This will take you directly to the scholarship page. Please check the site daily.

Please see Mrs. Clark in The Zone for any assistance.

The U.S. Department of Education announced that the 2026-27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is officially open!

As always, we appreciate your efforts to encourage as many students as possible to submit the FAFSA form. Remember, we are here to support you along with way. There are a number of resources available on our Web site including the FAFSA Awareness Toolkit.

Last year, FAFSA completion across the state was over 55% and we know that we can increase that number with your help to ensure that Michiganders maximize their aid eligibility. Let’s make this happen together!

We are excited to announce that the Class of 2026 Genesee Opportunity Stipend application is officially OPEN for seniors AND 5th year students to apply!

The Genesee Opportunity (GO) stipend provides Genesee County high school graduates with money for college, career training, or certification licensing fees. To be eligible, a student must reside in Genesee County, Michigan or on a property that is taxed by a Genesee County school district and be a graduate, from a high school in Genesee County – students may apply and find more information at https://geneseego.org/.

If you are interested in scheduling a GO Day presentation(s) for your school, please reach out to me via email at hjohnson@geneseeisd.org or phone at 810-591-6176.

Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions you may have. I look forward to working with you and your students!

Here is a link to the most recent Athletics newsletter: https://app.smore.com/n/zf4wv

As we head into the end of March with Parent-Teacher Conferences and move toward spring testing in April and May, our focus is on academic growth and preparation. We are just weeks away from spring assessments, including PSAT 9, PSAT 10, and for 11th grade students, the SAT, MSTEP, and ACT.

Classrooms have already begun incorporating test-preparation strategies into daily instruction to help students feel confident, prepared, and supported. To help build student motivation and buy-in, we are offering an academic incentive. Underclassmen who meet or exceed benchmark scores this spring (and meet additional eligibility requirements) may qualify to exempt their final exams in Math, Science, English, and Social Studies. Please review the attached letter for detailed information regarding eligibility criteria.

We are also closely monitoring grades by department each week see the attached graph for more information. The good news - the number of E grades has decreased again from last week to this week. Great work, Mustangs! We will continue working together to ensure every student is supported. Students needing additional assistance are encouraged to attend intervention sessions during Advisory or participate in our After the Bell program for extra academic support.

Next week’s Positivity Project trait is Perspective, which connects directly to this academic season. Tests are not labels - they are opportunities to demonstrate growth. With the right perspective, our students can approach this season with confidence and success!

Mrs. Rachel Traver, Assistant Principal

rtraver@clioschools.org

Finish Strong!

As we transition from the cold grip of winter to the warming renewal of spring, it's clear that change is in the air. This change extends beyond the weather; it must include our mindset, our goals, and our commitment to excellence in the way we approach the demands of each day and the lessons we learn along the way.

Please note that our Parent/Teacher Conferences take place on March 10th from 3:30-5:30 pm and also on March 12th from 12:00 - 3:00 PM and from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Remember, we utilize a drop-in format and we hope to see you there!

At Clio High School, we are committed to building a winners' mentality, one that drives us to excel in everything we do. It's about more than just winning; it's about striving for greatness in every aspect of our lives. This mentality challenges us to set high standards for ourselves and to work tirelessly every day to achieve them.

Embracing change also means embracing struggle. Challenges and obstacles are a natural part of life, but it's how we respond to them that defines us. By setting high standards and working diligently to overcome difficulties, we not only grow as individuals but also learn to embrace life's challenges with courage and resilience. A path without roadblocks or challenges, is one that is easily forgotten and never treasured. Appreciation for any journey comes from the difficulty in the path that was traveled.

As we enter March, and approach Spring Break, I encourage all students to “clean up their gaps in learning” and to finish this semester strong. The final stretch may be challenging, but it's an opportunity to demonstrate the hard work and dedication that define our school community. Let's continue to support one another, push ourselves to new heights, and finish the school year with a sense of pride and accomplishment.

Together, let's embrace change, set high standards, and work every day to overcome life's challenges. By doing so, we not only finish the school year strong but also prepare ourselves for the bright future that lies ahead. Go Clio! Join the Mustang Charge! #theplacetobe!

Mr. Scott Williams, Principal

scwilliams@clioschools.org