PREP Days Summer '27

As many of you know, Clark, TX is currently undergoing a major construction project that will continue over an extended period of time. While this work will bring exciting improvements to our campus, it also impacts building access, office operations, and general campus availability this summer.

Because of these limitations, we will not be able to host our traditional PREP Days.

Instead, we are providing families with a series of opportunities and resources throughout the summer to complete the tasks that are typically handled during PREP Days.

This edition of Cougar Tracks is designed to be your one-stop guide for preparing for the 2026-2027 school year.

Inside, you will find information on schedules, school pictures, parking permits, off-campus privileges, student IDs, transportation, Chromebooks, re-enrollment, nurse requirements, fines and textbooks, free and reduced lunch applications, and more.

Each section includes important details about what needs to be completed, when it should be completed, and how to get it done.

We appreciate your patience and flexibility as we work through the challenges that come with a large construction project. Our goal is to make the back-to-school process as smooth as possible while continuing to provide excellent service to our students and families.

Please review each section carefully and keep checking future Cougar Tracks for important dates, deadlines, and updates.

We look forward to welcoming everyone back for another great year at Clark TX!

We will see you on Monday August 10th!!

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Counselors are reviewing student schedules to ensure accurate course placements. If a scheduling issue is identified, a counselor will contact the student and parent by email. Please check your email regularly.

Student schedules will be available in HAC on August 6, 2026. The schedules will only list the courses selected by the student. The order of the courses DOES NOT indicate the period of the class.

Students will receive their official schedule from their 1st period teacher on Monday, August 10th.

" First period" class lists will be posted on the cafeteria and attendance office windows in the courtyard to help students find their classroom. Staff will be available throughout the day to assist students.

School pictures for all 9th-11th graders will take place on Wednesday, August 12th, and Thursday, August 13th, through the students English classes. More information to come!

The Off-Campus Lunch Application is open for eligible juniors and seniors.
Apply here: https://bit.ly/26-27OffCampusLunch

Important: A parent/guardian must complete the application using the same email address connected to their Home Access Center (HAC) account. Submit a separate application for each eligible student.

Students must:

• Be a junior or senior.
• Be passing all classes.
• Have no more than 9 absences in any class last semester.
• Be on track for CCMR. (NEW for 2026-2027)
• Have good attendance and discipline.
• Have no outstanding fines.
• Have a valid Clark ID.
• Have a Clark parking permit if driving off campus.

Once Approved, students must:

• Show their Clark ID with the off-campus sticker when leaving campus.
• Return on time.
• Not transport students without off-campus privileges.
• Not visit other NISD campuses.
  
  

Privileges may be revoked for attendance, grades, discipline, or other violations.

OFF-Campus Sticker Pickup

• Tuesday, July 28: 8:00–11:00 a.m.
• Thursday, July 30: 8:00–11:00 a.m.
  
  

Questions? send us an email Heidi.Belson@nisd.net

Student IDs can be made at the beginning of each lunch the first week of school in the attendance office.

After the first week a schedule for IDs will be announced and sent our to the Clark community.

All new students at Clark, TX will receive their first ID for free.

Additional IDs are $5 replacement cost. Cash or on My School Bucks.

Parking permits are still available, but space is limited!

As of July 23, there are still parking permits available for the 2026–2027 school year. Due to ongoing campus construction, Clark High School has only 304 total student parking spaces, and permits will be issued on a first-come, first-served basis until all spaces are filled.

• Have a valid Texas driver's license (learner's permits are not accepted).
• Use their NISD student email to complete the application.

• Have all outstanding fines paid.

  
  

Required Documents

Upload:

• Student's valid driver's license.
• Current insurance card showing the student as an insured driver.

• Photo of the rear of the vehicle showing the license plate, make, and model.

  
  

Parking Permit Fee

• $20 per vehicle
• Pay through MySchoolBucks immediately after submitting your application.

• Payments are non-refundable.

  
  

Please Note: Applications that are incomplete, missing payment or documents, have incorrect information, or are submitted by students with unpaid fines will not be processed. Students must resubmit a complete application and will be placed at the end of the queue.

Parking Application (Google Form): bit.ly/26-27ClarkPark

(Student NISD email required to log in.)

My School Bucks Payment: https://bit.ly/26clarkpark

Drive Thru Permit Pickup in Faculty Parking Lot (must bring/drive the student vehicle)

• Tuesday, July 28: 8:00–11:00 a.m.

• Thursday, July 30: 8:00–11:00 a.m.

  
  

Questions? Contact heidi.belson@nisd.net or 210-397-5169

If your student will need bus transportation for the 2026–2027 school year, Northside ISD now requires eligible families to register in advance.

Check Transportation Eligibility: Before registering, use the Buses & Boundaries System to determine whether your home address qualifies for transportation services:

Registration Information

• New to Northside ISD? Register for transportation during the New Student Registration process.

• Returning Clark Students: Register for transportation during Returning Student Registration in HAC.

  
  

To guarantee bus transportation is available on the first day of school, eligible students must be registered by June 30, 2026. Students who register after this date may experience a delay in receiving bus route information. Reach out to transportation with any questions (210) 397-0850.

Northside ISD Transportation Services

Additional Information

• Transportation for eligible special education students will be coordinated through the student's case manager during the ARD process.

Please take a few minutes to complete this important step so your Cougar is ready for a successful start to the 2026–2027 school year!

Chromebooks will be distributed to students during their English classes beginning on Tuesday, August 11.

All Northside ISD devices comply with the Children's Internet Protection Act; however, it is ultimately the responsibility of the parent/guardian to monitor their students' internet activity and use of mobile devices when not at an Northside ISD facility.

For access to Order Forms & Action Plans click here.

Students, if you currently owe any school fines, you should have received an email from Mr. Castillo, with details about what you owe. Please check your inbox. You are welcome to come to campus to make any payments during office hours. Thank you

View school breakfast and lunch menus or manage your student's meal account at:

https://www.nisd.net/schools/menus

Applications for Free & Reduced-Price Meals open Monday, July 27, 2026, at:

https://www.schoolcafe.com/Northside

For tennis information email tyler.nielsen@nisd.net