This Memorial Day, Clio Area Schools honors and remembers the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. 🇺🇸
As we enjoy time with family and friends, we pause to reflect on the courage, dedication, and selflessness of those who gave their lives to protect our freedoms. Their legacy will never be forgotten.
Wishing our Clio community a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. ❤️🤍💙
As we enjoy time with family and friends, we pause to reflect on the courage, dedication, and selflessness of those who gave their lives to protect our freedoms. Their legacy will never be forgotten.
Wishing our Clio community a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. ❤️🤍💙

Mark your calendars, the 2026–2027 Clio Area Schools calendar is now available. Please note that dates are subject to change.

📢 Notice: Board Meeting Date Change 📢
The Clio Area School District Board of Education regular meeting has been rescheduled to Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Henry Hatter Board Room. Please take note of the updated meeting date and time.
The Clio Area School District Board of Education regular meeting has been rescheduled to Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Henry Hatter Board Room. Please take note of the updated meeting date and time.

Clio Area Schools is excited to spotlight Sasha Wakefield in her new role as 6–12 Math Coach!
Sasha will be working closely with staff and students to help strengthen math instruction and support student achievement across the secondary level. Through collaboration, intervention support, and research-based strategies, she will play an important role in helping students continue to grow and succeed in mathematics.
We are excited to see the impact Sasha will make in this new position and look forward to all she will bring to the role.
Sasha will be working closely with staff and students to help strengthen math instruction and support student achievement across the secondary level. Through collaboration, intervention support, and research-based strategies, she will play an important role in helping students continue to grow and succeed in mathematics.
We are excited to see the impact Sasha will make in this new position and look forward to all she will bring to the role.

Clio Area Schools is excited to spotlight Michelle Shmidt in her new role as K-5 Math Coach!
In this position, Michelle will support elementary students and staff by helping strengthen math instruction, supporting intervention efforts, and promoting student growth and confidence in mathematics. She will also collaborate closely with teachers and families to help ensure students have the support and strategies they need to succeed.
We are excited to see Michelle step into this role and continue making a positive impact across our district. Congratulations, Michelle!
In this position, Michelle will support elementary students and staff by helping strengthen math instruction, supporting intervention efforts, and promoting student growth and confidence in mathematics. She will also collaborate closely with teachers and families to help ensure students have the support and strategies they need to succeed.
We are excited to see Michelle step into this role and continue making a positive impact across our district. Congratulations, Michelle!

Clio Area Schools is excited to spotlight Kim Sather in her new role as 4/5 Literacy Coach!
In this position, Kim will support evidence-based literacy instruction, collaborate with teachers and families, and help strengthen reading success for all learners at the intermediate level. Her work will focus on structured literacy practices, intervention support, and helping students continue to grow as confident readers.
We are excited for the positive impact Kim will make in this important role. Congratulations, Kim!
In this position, Kim will support evidence-based literacy instruction, collaborate with teachers and families, and help strengthen reading success for all learners at the intermediate level. Her work will focus on structured literacy practices, intervention support, and helping students continue to grow as confident readers.
We are excited for the positive impact Kim will make in this important role. Congratulations, Kim!

Clio Area Schools is excited to spotlight Karen Merrell in her new role as 2/3 Literacy Coach!
Karen will be supporting students and staff by helping strengthen literacy instruction, supporting intervention efforts, and promoting reading growth for learners in grades 2–3. She will work closely with teachers and families to help provide students with the support and strategies needed to continue building strong literacy skills and confidence.
We are excited for Karen as she begins this new opportunity and look forward to the positive impact she will continue to make throughout our district. Congratulations, Karen!
Karen will be supporting students and staff by helping strengthen literacy instruction, supporting intervention efforts, and promoting reading growth for learners in grades 2–3. She will work closely with teachers and families to help provide students with the support and strategies needed to continue building strong literacy skills and confidence.
We are excited for Karen as she begins this new opportunity and look forward to the positive impact she will continue to make throughout our district. Congratulations, Karen!

Clio Area Schools is excited to spotlight Julie Gross in her new role as K/1 Literacy Coach!
In her new role, Julie will work closely with teachers, students, and families to support early literacy growth and help build strong reading foundations for our youngest learners. Her work will focus on evidence-based literacy practices, instructional support, and helping students develop the skills and confidence needed for long-term success.
We are excited for Julie as she begins this new opportunity and look forward to the positive impact she will continue to make across our district. Congratulations, Julie!
In her new role, Julie will work closely with teachers, students, and families to support early literacy growth and help build strong reading foundations for our youngest learners. Her work will focus on evidence-based literacy practices, instructional support, and helping students develop the skills and confidence needed for long-term success.
We are excited for Julie as she begins this new opportunity and look forward to the positive impact she will continue to make across our district. Congratulations, Julie!

Clio Area Schools is excited to spotlight Jody Boles in her new role as 6–12 Literacy Coach!
Jody will be supporting students and staff across the secondary level through literacy coaching, instructional support, and intervention planning designed to help all learners grow and succeed. She will also work closely with teachers and families to strengthen literacy development and student achievement.
We are excited to see Jody step into this important role and continue making a difference throughout our district. Congratulations, Jody!
Jody will be supporting students and staff across the secondary level through literacy coaching, instructional support, and intervention planning designed to help all learners grow and succeed. She will also work closely with teachers and families to strengthen literacy development and student achievement.
We are excited to see Jody step into this important role and continue making a difference throughout our district. Congratulations, Jody!

Reminder: Tuesday, May 19, 2026, will be a two-hour early release day for all Clio Area Schools students.
All schools will begin at their normal start times, with students being dismissed two hours earlier than usual. Please review the adjusted dismissal times listed in the graphic and plan accordingly.
All schools will begin at their normal start times, with students being dismissed two hours earlier than usual. Please review the adjusted dismissal times listed in the graphic and plan accordingly.

Please see letter from Superintendent Lisa Taylor regarding products containing 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH).

Join us for a day full of music, creativity, and talent at our Celebration of the Arts! Our students will be showcasing their hard work through band and choir performances, along with incredible artwork on display.
Stop by the CHS Auditorium on Saturday, May 16 starting at 11:00 AM. This is a free, come-and-go event, so you can enjoy performances and exhibits at your convenience. Come support our students and celebrate the arts! 🧡🖤
Stop by the CHS Auditorium on Saturday, May 16 starting at 11:00 AM. This is a free, come-and-go event, so you can enjoy performances and exhibits at your convenience. Come support our students and celebrate the arts! 🧡🖤

Notice is hereby given of a change in time for the upcoming Clio Area School District Board of Education Work Session on Thursday, May 14, 2026. The meeting will take place at 5:30 p.m. in the Henry Hatter Boardroom at 1 Mustang Drive, Clio. A Student Discipline Hearing (Closed Session) will begin at 5:30 p.m., followed by the Board Work Session at 6:00 p.m.

Clio Area High School proudly presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee! 🐝🎭
Join us for a fun, laugh-out-loud production featuring six quirky contestants, one spelling bee, and plenty of unforgettable moments. Come out and support our talented students!
📅 Showtimes:
Friday, May 8 – 6:00 PM
Saturday, May 9 – 12:00 PM & 6:00 PM
Sunday, May 10 – 2:00 PM (Special Mother’s Day Show)
Don’t miss it!
Join us for a fun, laugh-out-loud production featuring six quirky contestants, one spelling bee, and plenty of unforgettable moments. Come out and support our talented students!
📅 Showtimes:
Friday, May 8 – 6:00 PM
Saturday, May 9 – 12:00 PM & 6:00 PM
Sunday, May 10 – 2:00 PM (Special Mother’s Day Show)
Don’t miss it!

Notice: Change in Time for the Clio Area School District Board of Education Meeting.
The regular Board of Education meeting on Thursday, April 30, 2026, will begin with an initial screening of real estate agents at 5:00 p.m., followed by the regular board meeting at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will take place in the Henry Hatter Board Room, located at 1 Mustang Drive, Clio.
Please take note of the updated schedule.
The regular Board of Education meeting on Thursday, April 30, 2026, will begin with an initial screening of real estate agents at 5:00 p.m., followed by the regular board meeting at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will take place in the Henry Hatter Board Room, located at 1 Mustang Drive, Clio.
Please take note of the updated schedule.

Today we celebrate our amazing bus drivers on National Bus Driver Appreciation Day! 🚌
Thank you for the early mornings, the safe rides, and the care you show our students every single day. Your dedication does not go unnoticed, we appreciate everything you do for our Clio community!
Thank you for the early mornings, the safe rides, and the care you show our students every single day. Your dedication does not go unnoticed, we appreciate everything you do for our Clio community!

It’s National Volunteer Week, and we want to take a moment to recognize the incredible individuals who give their time, energy, and heart to support our schools.
From helping in classrooms to organizing events, cheering on our students, and lending a hand wherever it’s needed, our volunteers make a difference every single day. Your dedication helps create a stronger, more connected community for our students to learn and grow.
We are so grateful for all that you do. Thank you for being such an important part of our school family!
From helping in classrooms to organizing events, cheering on our students, and lending a hand wherever it’s needed, our volunteers make a difference every single day. Your dedication helps create a stronger, more connected community for our students to learn and grow.
We are so grateful for all that you do. Thank you for being such an important part of our school family!

Happy Earth Day from Clio Area Schools! 🌎💚
Together, we can make a difference by taking care of our planet today and every day.
Together, we can make a difference by taking care of our planet today and every day.

Hello Clio Families,
Kindergarten Round-Up is tomorrow, April 21, and it is the final opportunity to attend. Families with incoming kindergarten students are encouraged to join to meet staff, learn about the program, and get ready for the upcoming school year.
It’s not too late to sign up. Register now at: https://tinyurl.com/trf685xb
We look forward to welcoming our newest Mustangs!
Kindergarten Round-Up is tomorrow, April 21, and it is the final opportunity to attend. Families with incoming kindergarten students are encouraged to join to meet staff, learn about the program, and get ready for the upcoming school year.
It’s not too late to sign up. Register now at: https://tinyurl.com/trf685xb
We look forward to welcoming our newest Mustangs!
Reminder for Clio families: Tomorrow, Tuesday, April 21 is a two-hour early release day. All schools will follow their normal start times, with dismissal happening two hours earlier than usual. Please plan accordingly!

