Cougar Tracks
September 14
NEW THIS WEEK
Water Polo
The Clark Water Polo teams played their second double header of district play last weekend. The boys team split the weekend, losing to Boerne Champion but beating Health Careers to move to 3-1 in District Play this season. The girls team won both games and is now 4-0.
Both teams play Brandeis this Saturday morning, the last team of the first round of the double round robin this weekend. Girls play at 8 am and boys play at 9:15 am. Good luck to our water polo teams!
C/O 2027
College Career Readiness Information
Financial Aid (FASFA)
Families can choose which of the following two dates works better for them:
September 21, 2026 - District Financial Aid/FAFSA Night @ Brandeis HS from 6-8 p.m.
September 28, 2026 - District Financial Aid/FAFSA Night @ NAC from 6-8 p.m.
College Night
October 19, 2026 - District College Fair @ NAC from 6-8 p.m.
ASVAB Testing
First ASVAB test of the year is October 15, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in A022. If you are interested in taking the ASVAB test, please fill out the form linked here or by going to bit.ly/ClarkASVAB1026. Students testing need to arrive by 8:45 a.m. Permission slips need to be turned in to A118 by Friday, October 8, 2026.
PSAT Exam to be given on Oct 21
On Wednesday, October 21, the PSAT/NMSQT exam, a College Board assessment, will be administered at high school campuses to NISD enrolled students classified as 10th and 11th graders who register in advance and choose to participate in this optional assessment. There is a fee for Grade 10 students; there is no fee for Grade 11 students since the PSAT/NMSQT exam is the route of entry to the National Merit Scholarship Program for 11th grade students.
Please read more information here: English Spanish
Detailed information for online registration will be available on this campus website on August 24, 2026, and registration will be open August 24-September 23, 2026.
Counseling Corner
The application period starts on September 1 and ends on November 15. MUST BE A MEMBER OF CLARK PTSA.
Just a friendly reminder, the scholarship amount is a one-time payment. Additionally, only one scholarship will be awarded per PTSA.
As it was last year, access to the JCJ Scholarship application is restricted to NON-Northside email addresses. All applicants must use a NON-Northside email when applying. If you encounter difficulties viewing the application on your school or work computer, try accessing it on a phone or mobile device.
Here is the link for the August-October 2026 Counseling Newsletter.
Student Information Central
Tutoring Bus
The bus (N086) will operate Monday - Thursday and will arrive at Clark at approximately 5:40 p.m. The bus will be available beginning today and will continue through the remainder of the school year. Please note that the tutoring bus will not be available on semester exam or final exam days.
All students riding the bus must have a blue tutoring bus pass. I have a placed some passes in each of your boxes.
Yearbooks / Picture Retakes
2026–2027 Clark High School Off-Campus Lunch
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.
Clark High School Student Parking Registration 2026–2027
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.
Before You Apply
Students must:
- 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.
Important Links:
Parking Application (Google Form): bit.ly/26-27ClarkPark
(Student NISD email required to log in.)
My School Bucks Payment: https://bit.ly/26clarkpark
Questions? Contact heidi.belson@nisd.net or 210-397-5169
Student Devices (Chromebooks)
Chromebooks were distributed to students during their English classes beginning on Tuesday, August 11. We are working diligently to get every student a device if they were absent.
We thank you for your patience as we issue devices.
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.
Parent/Guardian assumes responsibility for:
- Basic care and security of the device and charger on and off school premises.
- The repair or replacement cost due to intentional damage, neglect, accident, or loss.
- Reporting device problems or theft immediately to campus staff.
- Damage to a device should be reported to the Technology Support Specialist or Front Office staff.
- Theft of device should be reported to campus police and the Technology Support Specialist or Front Office staff.
Chromebook Fines & Payments
Clark HS will continue to assess fines for any damaged or lost student mobile device. This includes, but is not limited to, Chromebooks and chargers. Additional information about fines will be provided by the student's Assistant Principal. Payments may be made to the AP Secretary in the front office by cash or check made out to Clark High School. Charger payments may also be made using MySchoolBucks: tinyurl.com/ClarkChargerPay.
Fine Type & Amount
Lost or Damaged Chromebooks: Up To $375
Lost or Damaged Chromebook Chargers: $13
More information about device lending may be found at nisd.net/clark/services/technology-services
School Nutrition (Cafeteria)
School Meals
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 is open NOW at:
LIBRARY NEWS
Weekly Schedule
Mum fever!
We appreciate all students and volunteers who joined us for the HoCo mum making day in the library! We saw some incredible creations thanks to all those who participated and donated items.
If any of our SENIOR parents have HoCo materials they would like to donate for next year's mum-making day, please send them to the library. See Mrs. Podmore for more information.
Ceilidh's BACK!
Our monthly visits with our therapy pup, Ceilidh, will begin next Wednesday, Sept. 16, during all lunches in the library. It's the best part of our day and it will be yours too!
Birthday wishes for the USA
We are celebrating Constitution Day in the library next week with an exhibit featuring the history of Voting Rights in the United States. Be sure to stop by for a look and to share your birthday wishes for our country!
Library Calendar
Come Join Us!
It's a PACKED September with college exploration, HoCo mums, Voter Registration drive, Constitution Day, therapy pup visit, bookclub and more BOOKTALKS! Be sure to follow our Instagram page to stay up to date on all our events. We can't wait to see you in the library!
ACTION PLANS & MEDICATION ORDER FORMS
https://www.nisd.net/schools/health/forms
Clinic Staff :
Jessica Diaz RN (210) 397-5159 jessica.diaz@nisd.net
Elizabeth Erp LVN (210) 397-5208 elizabeth.erp@nisd.net
ATTENDANCE
Our Attendance/ Withdrawal staff is as follows:
Frances Lopez (210) 397-5202
Andrea Reed (210) 397-5158
Fundraisers
CTE
Health Science
Dear Clark HS Families, PTA, Community, and Alumni,
Clark High School Health Sciences program is seeking support from healthcare professionals within our community to help inspire and guide the next generation of healthcare leaders.
If you know of anyone who works in the healthcare field, sharing their experience and expertise can make a lasting impact on our Medical Assistant and HOSA students. Opportunities are needed for job shadowing, work-based learning placements, mentorship, and guest speakers for the 2026-2027 school year
A single connection or opportunity can help shape a student’s future career path. Your time, guidance, and support could be the inspiration that encourages a future healthcare professional to pursue their dreams.
Thank you for supporting our students and helping invest in the future of healthcare.
Fine Arts
Athletics
The Week Ahead
Monday, September 14: No Events Scheduled
Tuesday, September 15: JV Tennis @ Brandeis 4:30 pm; 9th/JV Volleyball @ LEE 5:30/6:30 pm pm: Varsity Volleyball vs LEE 5:30 pm BAC
Wednesday September 16: Interact Club Meeting 4:30 pm Cafeteria; Varsity Tennis vs Roosevelt 4:30 pm BAC; FCA meeting 6:00 pm Hamilton Gym
Thursday, September 17: No Events Scheduled
Friday, September 18: 9th/JV Volleyball vs Johnson 6:30/5:30 pm Hamilton Gym; Varsity Volleyball vs Johnson 7:00 pm NSG
Saturday, September 19: Varsity Cross Country @ McNeil Invitational Meet 7:30 am
