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September 7

Cougar TracksSeptember 7

NEW THIS WEEK NEW THIS WEEK

Water Polo Water Polo

The Clark Water Polo Teams both started district play last weekend with wins over Marshall and Boerne High School. Congratulations to our men's and women's water polo teams for starting 2-0!



This Saturday, the girl's team plays Boerne Champion High School at 1 pm and Health Careers at 3:30 pm. The boy's team plays Boerne Champion High School at 2:15 and Health Careers at 4:45 pm. All games are at the Northside Swim Center. Come out and support your Clark Water Polo Teams!

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College Career Readiness Information College Career Readiness Information

Financial Aid (FASFA) 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.

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College Night College Night

October 19, 2026 - District College Fair @ NAC from 6-8 p.m.

ASVAB Testing 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 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.

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Counseling Corner Counseling Corner

Clark Earns the Purple Star Clark Earns the Purple Star

The Purple Star Campus Designation (PSCD) is a distinct honor created by the Texas Legislature to recognize Texas public schools and open-enrollment charter schools that show their support and commitment to meeting the unique needs of military-connected students and their families.

This year, we are excited to announce that Clark High School has been named a 2025-26 Purple Star Campus! Your campus will retain the Purple Star Campus Designation for school years 2026-27 and 2027-28.

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Senior & Junior Parents — mark your calendars!

Join us for Senior/Junior Parent Night on Sept 9, 2026, 6–7 PM in the Auditorium. Learn about graduation plans and how to support our Class of 2027. Will we see you there? #ClarkSeniorSeminar #ClassOf2027

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Here is the link for the August-October 2026 Counseling Newsletter.



Clark Counseling Connection Newsletter

Student Information Central Student Information Central

Tutoring Bus 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.

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Yearbooks / Picture Retakes Yearbooks / Picture Retakes

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2026–2027 Clark High School Off-Campus Lunch 2026–2027 Clark High School Off-Campus Lunch

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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 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) Student Devices (Chromebooks)

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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 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:

https://www.schoolcafe.com/Northside

LIBRARY NEWS LIBRARY NEWS

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Weekly Schedule Weekly Schedule

Students are welcome to visit the library before and after school as well as during their lunch periods. The exceptions are when I am teaching classes or we host club meetings. Each week I will post a library schedule on our Instagram account, on the CougarTracks and directly outside the library so students will be informed of opportunities to visit the library.
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Library Calendar 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!

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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

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ATTENDANCE ATTENDANCE

Our Attendance/ Withdrawal staff is as follows:

Frances Lopez (210) 397-5202

Andrea Reed (210) 397-5158

clark.attendance@nisd.net

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Fundraisers Fundraisers

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CTE CTE

Health Science 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.

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Fine Arts Fine Arts

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Athletics Athletics

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The Week Ahead The Week Ahead

Monday, September 7: No School Staff and Student Holiday


Tuesday, September 8: 9th/JV Volleyball @ Churchill 5:30/6:30 pm pm: Varsity Volleyball vs Churchill 7:30 pm BAC


Wednesday September 9: Senior/Junior Parent Night 6:00 pm Auditorium


Thursday, September 10: 9th Football vs East Central 4:30 pm Clark Field; Varsity Tennis vs Johnson 4:30 pm NTC; JV Football @ East Central 5:00 pm


Friday, September 11: Homecoming Pep Rally 8:15 am Courtyard; 9th/JV Volleyball vs Madison 5:00/6:00 pm Hamilton Gym; Varsity Volleyball vs Madison 5:30 pm NSG; Varsity Football vs East Central 7:30 pm Farris


Saturday, September 12: TMEA Region Jazz Auditions Band Hall; Varsity Cross Country @ Texas A&M Invitational Meet 7:30 am; Water Polo vs Brandeis & Boerne 8:00 am; Homecoming Dance 6:30 pm Westin Hotel

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