Students are required to wear their blazer and tie with their regular uniform every Wednesday.
Our Suit & Soar Wednesdays will begin August 13.
Students will also be required to wear their blazer and tie for their yearbook photo on Monday, August 18.
We know our students are excited about Valentine’s Day and looking forward to the break next week! However, we want to make sure Friday remains focused on learning and runs smoothly for everyone.
Please remember:
🚫 Students are not allowed to bring candy to school.
🚫 No deliveries (flowers, gift baskets, treats, etc.) will be accepted.
🚫 No balloons are permitted on buses or on campus.
These expectations help us maintain a safe and distraction-free environment for all students. We truly appreciate your support in reinforcing these guidelines at home.
Thank you for helping us keep Clark-Shaw a great place to learn and soar!
Middle school students—here’s your chance to dress out and give back!
👕 Donate $2 Friday, February 13 to participate in our Valentine’s Day–themed dress out
❤️ Wear red, white, or pink school appropriate shirt, jeans, and tennis shoes
📌 All normal dress-out requirements still apply
💙 Your $2 donation supports:
• The Mobile Chapter of the Sickle Cell Association
• Our local Boys & Girls Club
Every dollar makes a difference in our community!
Let’s show our Eagle pride and spread kindness!
Middle school students who kept it demerit-free 3rd quarter—this one’s for YOU!
📅 Thursday, February 12
🎭 No Demerits Celebration
Mardi Gras theme- Mardi Gras shirts or Mardi Gras colors with jeans and tennis shoes
Come ready to celebrate your awesome choices with a little Mardi Gras flair—just remember, no beads 😉
Way to show responsibility, respect, and Eagle pride!
Good choices = good times! 🦅
*normal dress out restrictions apply*
📣 New Lottery Seat Acceptance – Parent Orientation Reminder 📣
Parents of students accepted through the 1st Magnet Lottery Drawing—this is your final opportunity to attend the New Parent Orientation.
🗓 Wednesday, February 4
⏰ 8:00 AM
📍 Clark-Shaw Magnet School
This meeting is required for families who accepted a seat in the first lottery drawing and missed the initial orientation. Important information about expectations, procedures, and next steps will be shared.
Please make plans to attend to ensure a smooth transition to Clark-Shaw Magnet School. We look forward to welcoming you to the Eagle family!
Reminder about Parking during Events and After School:
All traffic is one-way entering from Alberg Street and exiting onto Ridgewood Drive. Please do not block driveways or intersections in the neighborhoods. Do not park your car and leave it unattended in the car pool lanes that are directly in front of the school and please do not obstruct cross-walks. Park in the parking lot in front of the school (under the trees) and proceed to the front door. Someone will be there to greet you.
Clark-Shaw Magnet School is hiring for various positions for the 2026-2027 school year! If you are interested in applying as a teacher, custodian, or cafeteria worker, please email your resume to Mrs. Taylor-Jackson (principal) at tltaylor@mcpss.com.
Do you have school spirit and love to perform? Cheerleading tryouts are coming up, and we want YOU to be part of the team!
🗓 Tryout Dates: February 9–13
Fee: $25 (non-refundable)
Who Can Try Out: Current 7th & 8th graders for the 2026–2027 school year
✅ Required:
All interested students must complete the Google Form to register:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdVCXpihR02OCfDISAQX9MgNplm2flZOgeMVxwijb0pto7ovw/viewform
📩 Questions? See Coach Dallas
Let’s show that Eagle spirit—we can’t wait to see you at tryouts! 📣🦅
All events are also listed on the school website at https://www.clarkshawmagnet.com/o/clsms/events
Attention students and families—our spring sports schedules have been released! Now’s the time to mark your calendars and come out to support our Eagles this season.
🏟️ Sports include track & field, soccer, softball, baseball, tennis, and more
📅 Game dates, times, and locations are now available
Families, we’d love to see you in the stands cheering loud!
Please check the school website, social media, or coach communications for full schedules and updates.
Let’s make it a great spring season—Go Eagles!
All purchases must be made by Thursday, January 29, 2026! Space will only be saved for those who purchase the ad space by Thursday. You will still have 2 weeks to submit the design.
You can design the ad using the Lifetouch ad builder (available and emailed after online purchase only), using Canva, or by sending desired ad details to Mrs. Howell for a member of the yearbook staff to design. If you wish to submit ad design details for the yearbook staff to design, please click on the PDF for the order form. There is space provided for those details and information on how to email the photos to Mrs. Howell.
The completed digital ad designs are due no later than February 12th! If you are submitting ideas for the yearbook staff to design, those details are due with payment by January 29th!
To purchase online, visit: ybpay.lifetouch.com
Time is running out on this special opportunity! Save your spot by Thursday, January 29th!
Link to our website for the PDF file--https://aptg.co/X4Fn9c
We’re excited to announce the Clark-Shaw Track & Field teams for both girls and boys! 🎉
📌 IMPORTANT – Mandatory Parent Meeting
🗓 Monday, January 26
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 All parents/guardians must attend
Conditioning Begins
🗓 Monday, January 26
All athletes should be ready to start conditioning Monday.
The meeting will cover expectations, schedules, and important information for a successful season. We look forward to an amazing year on the track!
Girls
Adams, Lauren
Ball, Talynn
Carter, Aaliyah
Davis, Blakeley
Douglas, Justis
Fisher, Melina
Johnson, Kerri
Locke-Willams, Kimora
Nelson, Taleeiah
Nobles, Ka'Mauri
Pender, Chloe
Penn, Kayla
Robinson, Caylee
Robinson, Olivia
Seals, Caylee
Todd, Payton
Wilson, Schylar
Wilson, Sicily
Manager: Zari Henderson
Boys
Arrington, Ivan
Brewer, James
Henly, Makhi
Johnson, Derius
Lambert, Devin
Lofton, Joelson
Louis, Chrysander
Montgomery, Jordan
Murphy, Kendall
Pate, Andrew
Peterson, Caleb
Powell, Brennan
Stallworth, Wilson
Steele, Dillon
Todd, Parker
Ward, Jordan
Wells, Chase
Williams, Michael
Willis, Keaton
Manager: Antonio Clements
All purchases must be made by Thursday, January 29, 2026!
You can design the ad using the Lifetouch ad builder (available and emailed after online purchase only), using Canva, or by sending desired ad details to Mrs. Howell for a member of the yearbook staff to design.
The completed digital ad designs are due no later than February 12th! If you are submitting ideas for the yearbook staff design, those details are due with payment by January 29th!
To purchase online visit: ybpay.lifetouch.com
Don’t miss out on this special opportunity!
Link to the PDF copy of the Ad Order Form: https://aptg.co/X4Fn9c
We are so proud of our 9th graders who recently took the Pre-ACT and earned outstanding scores! A perfect Pre-ACT composite score is 30, and these students are right up there—way to go!
🌟 Top Scores 🌟
• Khushi Patel – 29
• Camdyn Robinson – 28
• Micah Ezell – 26
• Tatum Wittner – 25
Your hard work, focus, and determination truly shine. Keep setting those goals high and reaching for them!
📣 Mandatory Parent Meeting for NEW 6th–8th Grade Families 📣
All parents/guardians of NEW 6th–8th grade students are required to attend an important parent meeting to help set your child up for success at Clark-Shaw Magnet School.
🗓 Tuesday, January 27
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Clark-Shaw Magnet School
This meeting will cover essential information about expectations, academics, and ways families can best support their child throughout the school year.
🔔 Important: A daytime makeup meeting will be scheduled and announced later for families who are unable to attend the evening meeting.
Your partnership is key to your child’s success—we look forward to seeing you there!
When: Every second Thursday of the month
Time: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: Online via Zoom (link provided upon registration)
What to Expect:
Engaging Discussions: Each month, Lifeline Counseling Services will facilitate conversations focused on topics relevant to parenting and child development.
Resource Sharing: Community partners will join Lifeline to share helpful programs and resources available to support you and your family.
Supportive Community: Parents and caregivers can connect in a safe, welcoming environment to learn from one another and share experiences.
Upcoming Topics:
January 8: New Year, New Beginnings
February 12: Building Healthy Relationships
March 12: Navigating Screen Time
April 9: Mental Health Awareness
May 14: Nutrition and Wellness for Families
And many more!
To register, sign up using the Google Form. Once you are registered, a ZOOM link will be sent to your email--
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScfNl-sVqME4oEDQkeQ8fGry-HbDRPwa9dUWoEv3jl3ACZO4Q/viewform?pli=1
Calling all creative Eagles! Crochet Club is officially kicking off and we’d love for you to join us.
Here’s what you need to know:
• 📅 Meets once a month on the first Wednesday
• 🎉 First meeting: February 4
• 📍 Location: Mrs. Collier’s room
• 💲 $10 fee to participate
• 👥 Only the first 20 students who sign up and pay the fee will be accepted
Whether you’re brand new to crochet or already love it, Crochet Club is a great way to learn a new skill, relax, and create something awesome.
Sign up early—spots will fill quickly!
Parents/Guardians of CURRENT 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students:
Please be sure to complete the Recommitment Google Form to let Clark-Shaw Magnet School know if your student will be returning next school year.
This information is very important for planning purposes, and the form should be completed as soon as possible.
Link to Google Form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScndLaP8YBeN94YXmb03dbEXvKB7Skdkx6gQwXD_jMVy-9gvA/viewform
Thank you for your prompt attention and continued support of Clark-Shaw Magnet School.
As our Robotics sponsor, Mrs. Atchison goes above and beyond to support students in STEM, encouraging curiosity, problem-solving, and innovation. Her background in Computer and Information Science brings a unique and valuable perspective to the classroom, and her passion for learning is evident in everything she does. Whether assisting colleagues, supporting students, or troubleshooting a challenge, Mrs. Atchison is always ready to step in with a smile.
Mrs. Atchison truly embodies the spirit of Clark-Shaw Magnet—innovative, supportive, and student-centered. We are incredibly grateful for her commitment and proud to celebrate her as our Teacher of the Year!
Report Card Reminder
Report cards will be sent home on Monday, January 12. We encourage families to take time to review the grades and the teacher comments carefully, as they provide helpful information about each student’s academic progress and overall standing.
These comments are meant to support growth and success. Every student will receive an envelope with a report card and other information. Any revocation, probation, or attendance letters will be mailed home separately. If you have questions or need clarification, please feel free to reach out to your child’s teachers. Thank you for your continued partnership!
