Come on out on April 27th from 3:00-9:00 P.M. at the Old Shell location and enjoy some great food while supporting our school! A portion of all proceeds made will go towards helping our school and programs for the upcoming year.
Bring your friends and family and help spread the word. We can't wait to see you there!
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.
Monday, April 27
• Taco Mama Spirit Night- Old Shell Rd Location- 3:00-9:00 P.M.
• 3D Archery Practice 2:50-4:00 P.M.
• Football Tryouts 2:50-5:00 P.M.
• Girls Basketball Tryouts 2:50-4:30 P.M.
**Last day to purchase Spring Fling wristbands/concession tickets- must purchase through PTA store (link is online)
Tuesday, April 28
• Math Team Competition
• Eagle Wings 2:50-3:45 P.M.
• Bullseye Archery Practice 2:50- 4:00 P.M.
• Jazz Band practice 2:50-4:00 P.M.
• Football Tryouts 2:50-5:00 P.M.
• Girls Basketball Tryouts 2:50-4:30 P.M.
Wednesday, April 29
• National Junior Honors Society Induction Ceremony
• Bullseye Archery Practice 2:50-4:00 P.M.
• Football Tryouts 2:50-5:00 P.M.
• Girls Basketball Tryouts 2:50-4:30 P.M.
Thursday, April 30
• Spring Fling
• Bullseye Archery Practice 2:50- 4:00 P.M.
• Football Tryouts 2:50-5:00 P.M.
• Performing Arts Night 6:00 P.M.
Friday, May 1
• Art Club 2:50- 4:00 P.M.
• Advanced Band practice 2:50- 4:00 P.M.
6th & 7th grades 8:20am-10:05am
8th & 9th grades 11:30am-1:30pm
Any student wishing to attend must have an entry wristband. Wristbands are $10.
Concession items are $2 each.
Bottle water is available for free.
Students must purchase concession tickets BEFORE the event.
THE DEADLINE TO PURCHASE WRISTBANDS AND CONCESSION TICKETS IS MONDAY, APRIL 27TH @ midnight.
Tickets and wristband purchases will be delivered to students in their homeroom the day of the event.
https://clark-shaw-magnet-school-pta.square.site/s/shop
Are you an incoming 7th–9th grade girl interested in playing soccer next season? This is your chance to get involved!
📅 Date: May 11
⏰ Time: 2:50–4:15 PM
Join us to:
Meet the coaches 🤝
Connect with last season’s players 💬
Ask questions about the program ❓
Kick around and have fun ⚽️
Perk: The first 20 girls who sign up will receive a giveaway!
No experience required—just bring a positive attitude and a willingness to learn!
Serious inquiries only—we’re building a strong team!
📍 See Coach Rankins with any questions.
Please congratulate the following students for winning at the Alabama Science and Engineering Fair on April 11, 2026.
Abigail McGriff – Project Name: Fueling the Future! 2nd Place Energy Category and 100 Women Strong Award, total prizes: $150
Rory Weatherford – Project Name: Burning Calories; Future Scientist or Mathematician Award, total prizes: $100
Rainca Jin – Project Name: Matcha Thinking; 3rd Place Behavioral and Social Sciences Category
Aisha Raza – Project Name: Hydro-Migration in Potatoes: Evaluating the Differential Osmotic Gradients in Common Liquids; 3rd Place Cell, Molecular, Microbiology & Biochemistry Category
Roxson Odom – Project Name: Allergen Injection: War of the Woven Fabrics; 1st Place Biomedical Engineering & Biomedical and Health Sciences Category and the Medical Interventions Award, total prizes $200
Corbin Perry – Project Name: Breakwater Battlefront; 1st Place Earth and Environmental Sciences & Environmental Engineering Category, the GeoExplorer Award, and the Garage Science Award, total prizes $300
Both Roxson Odom and Corbin Perry scored in the top 10% of the fair making them eligible to compete nationally in the Thermo Fisher Scientific Junior Inventors Challenge.
If you would like to read more about each of the prizes, please click the following link: https://aptg.co/d20rm1
https://forms.gle/QP7FkDFAwxaH7oMs5
(If the link won't work from social media, please visit our website)
Any girls interested in trying out for flag football should pick up a sports packet from Mrs. Lofton between April 20 and April 30. Please make sure all forms are fully completed and turned in before tryouts begin on May 4. There is a $10 tryout fee.
Completed packets are required to participate—no exceptions.
Tryout Dates: May 4-6, 2026 from 2:50-4:00 P.M.
You must have the following to tryout:
Physical form complete
Waterbottle
PE uniform to wear during tryouts
Interested in robotics? Ready to build, design, and compete? This is your chance!
📌 Pick up an application from:
• Mrs. Atchison
• Ms. McDonald
• The Library
🗓️ Applications are due by April 30
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to be part of something innovative and hands-on. Let’s build the future together!
Spring Football Dates
**April 20-23- 3:00-5:00 P.M.
**April 27-29- 3:00-5:00 P.M.
**May 4-6 (these dates have been added since the original posting)- 3:00-5:00 P.M.
Student-Athletes will need:
Tryout Fee $10 to be paid on April 20
1. Passing Grades
2. Athletics Recommendation Form turned in (students should have received a copy from the coaches)
3. Copy of a Physical Exam from a Doctor turned in to Coach
4. Copy of Proof of Insurance (copy) turned in to Coach
5. Cleats
6. Mouth Piece
7. Chin Strap
8. Practice pants with pads
6th Graders on Coosa trip will start when they return.
Monday
• Bullseye Archery practice- 2:50-4:00 P.M.
• STEM Challenge- 2:50-4:00 P.M.
• Baseball Playoff Game- Clark vs Semmes at Semmes Community Park at 4:00 P.M.
ACAP- 3rd Period
Tuesday
• Bullseye Archery- 2:50-4:00 P.M.
• Jazz Band- 2:50- 4:00 P.M.
ACAP- 4th Period
Wednesday
• Cooking Club- 2:50- 4:00 P.M.
• Bullseye Archery- 2:50- 4:00 P.M.
Thursday
• Jazz Band Performance Off Campus
• Alabama History Day in Montgomery
Friday
• Art Club- 2:50- 4:00 P.M.
• State Archery Tournament in Montgomery
Spring Break is April 13-17, 2026.
Spring Sports Tryouts
Football- April 20, 21, 22, 23, 27, 28 & 29
Volleyball- April 20-24 **For current 6th grade students who wish to tryout, please see Coach Rankins or Coach Woods with any questions
Girls Basketball- April 27-29
Flag Football- May 4-6
Boys Basketball- May 11-14
📣 Yearbook Staff Applications Now Available!
Yearbook is an elective class for 7th and 8th grade students who are interested in planning and designing the school yearbook. Students will take photos at school events, use an online platform to design page layouts, and help manage yearbook sales, personal ads, and marketing.
This incredible opportunity comes with great responsibility and high expectations. Creating a high-quality yearbook requires time, effort, and a strong commitment that goes beyond a typical class. In many ways, this class operates like a business—we are creating and selling a product to our school community.
Students selected for yearbook staff should be prepared to take ownership of their work and contribute to a team effort.
📌 Interested in applying for the 2026–2027 school year?
Applications are available from Mrs. Howell and are due April 8th.
It’s time to start thinking ahead to high school! Join us for an informational parent meeting designed to help you and your student feel confident and prepared for the transition.
What we’ll cover:
✔️ Alabama high school graduation requirements
✔️ Attendance expectations and policies
✔️ How students earn high school credits
✔️ Daily schedule format (7 periods per day)
✔️ Athletic eligibility requirements
This meeting is a great opportunity to get your questions answered and make sure your student is on the right path for success in high school.
Let’s work together to set our Eagles up for a strong start!
📅Monday, April 6, 2026 starting at 5:30 P.M.
Monday
• 3D archery practice- 2:50-4:00 P.M.
• Art Club- 2:50-4:00 P.M.
ACAP- 5th Period
Tuesday
• STEM Challenge- 2:50- 4:00 P.M.
• Bullseye Archery- 2:50-4:00 P.M.
• Jazz Band- 2:50- 4:00 P.M.
• Baseball vs Phillips @Matthews Park- 4:00/5:30 P.M.
• Soccer Game vs. Hankins- 3:30 P.M.- HOME
ACAP- 6th Period
Wednesday
• Crochet Club- 2:50- 4:00 P.M.
• Cheer Parent Meeting- 4:00 P.M.
ACAP- 7th Period
Thursday
• Bullseye Archery- 2:50- 4:00 P.M.
ACAP- 1st Period
Friday
• Art Club- 2:50- 4:00 P.M.
• Jazz Band- 2:50-4:00 P.M.
ACAP- 2nd Period
We will continue ACAP testing Monday, April 6 and Tuesday, April 7.
Spring Break is April 13-17, 2026.
An Evening in Paris – Spring Social 2026
Bonjour, Eagles! Get ready for a night you won’t forget… we invite our 8th and 9th graders to join us for a magical evening at our Spring Social: “An Evening in Paris”
📅 Friday, May 15
🕡 6:30 – 8:30 PM
📍 School Cafeteria
Enjoy a night filled with 🎶 music, 📸 photo booths, 🍪 refreshments, and unforgettable memories with friends!
Tickets: $30
Purchase through GoFan by May 4
Dress to Impress (Semi-Formal Style):
We can’t wait to see everyone looking their best—just keep it classy and school-appropriate!
For Girls:
✔️ Straps must be at least 2 inches wide (no strapless or spaghetti straps)
✔️ No cutouts or midriff showing
✔️ Length must be below fingertips
✔️ No bodycon or see-through dresses
✔️ Pantsuits are welcome
✔️ Dress shoes or tennis shoes allowed
For Boys:
✔️ No jeans
✔️ Blazer or tie required
✔️ Dress shoes or tennis shoes allowed
🚫 Please note: Tuxedos and ball gowns are not permitted
Grab your friends, bring your best style, and get ready for a night that will feel like a trip to Paris!
Calling all future Eagles! Are you ready to hit the court and show your skills?
📅 Tryout Dates: April 20–24, 2026
Who Can Try Out: Students entering 7th–9th grade for the 2026–2027 school year
💲 Fee: $40
(Includes t-shirt, water bottle, and school fees)
How to Sign Up:
See Coach Rankins or Coach Woods to pick up your application
What to Wear for Tryouts:
✔️ White t-shirt
✔️ Black bottoms or PE uniform
✔️ Knee pads (required!)
This is your chance to be part of something exciting—teamwork, competition, and Eagle pride!
Let’s see what you’ve got… tryout week is your moment!
Spring Sports Tryouts Are Almost Here!
Attention future Eagles! These tryouts are for students entering 7th–9th grade for the 2026–2027 school year. If your student plans to participate in spring sports next school year, now is the time to mark those calendars!
Spring Sports Tryout Dates:
Volleyball: April 20–24, 2026
Football: April 20–23 & April 27–29 & May 4-6, 2026
Girls Basketball: April 27–29, 2026
Flag Football: May 4–6, 2026
Boys Basketball: May 11–14, 2026
More information for each tryout, including times and requirements, will be coming soon.
We are excited to see our future Eagles get involved, work hard, and represent Clark-Shaw! 🦅 #EaglePride
Calling all future filmmakers, content creators, and storytellers!
Media Production & Digital Storytelling is a hands-on elective for 7th–8th graders who are ready to bring their ideas to life. In this class, students don’t just learn—they create!
**Plan and film original videos
**Edit like a pro
**Produce school news, PSAs, commercials & more
**Share stories that matter to our school and community
Students will work as a team to create real content for real audiences—building skills in communication, creativity, and digital media along the way.
If your student loves technology, being creative, or working behind (or in front of!) the camera… this is their moment to shine
Join the team. Tell the story. Make an impact.
--6th grade ELA teachers have some applications, and Ms. Roberts has applications available . If you have questions, please email or message Ms. Roberts--
Monday
• Report Cards go Home
• 3D archery practice- 2:50-4:00 P.M.
• Boys Soccer Game vs Causey- 3:30 P.M.- HOME game
• Softball @ Grand Bay- 4:00 P.M.
ACAP- 7th Period
Tuesday
• STEM Challenge- 2:50- 4:00 P.M.
• Eagle Wings- 2:50- 3:45 P.M.
• Bullseye Archery- 2:50-4:00 P.M.
• Jazz Band- 2:50- 4:00 P.M.
• Track Meet @ MGM
• Baseball vs Hankins @Theodore HS- 4:00/5:30 P.M.
ACAP- 1st Period
Wednesday
• Cooking Club- 2:50- 4:00 P.M.
• Soccer vs Denton- 3:30/4:30 P.M.- HOME game
• W.O.W- 6:50- 7:10 A.M.
ACAP- 2nd Period
Thursday
• Bullseye Archery- 2:50- 4:00 P.M.
ACAP- 3rd Period
Friday
• Boys Soccer- St. Luke’s Tournament
• Art Club- 2:50- 4:00 P.M.
• Jazz Band- 2:50-4:00 P.M.
• Baseball @ Alba- 3:30/5:00 P.M.
ACAP- 4th Period
