Happy Labor Day! Enjoy the day off Mustangs!
Have a safe and relaxing Labor Day weekend!
Welcome back, Mustangs! Today kicks off a brand-new school year, and we couldn’t be more excited to see our halls, classrooms, and campuses filled with energy and the smiling faces of our students again. Here’s to a great, memorable, and safe school year ahead at Clio Area Schools! #ThePlaceToBe
We are looking forward to welcoming our mustangs back for their first day of school tomorrow at CHS, CCHS, CMS, CIS and CES!
Next up, we would like to introduce Daniel Retberg! Daniel will be teaching high school Spanish this year.
Daniel is from Frankenmuth, Michigan, but grew up in Medellín, Colombia, where his father served as a missionary. He attended Michigan Lutheran Seminary in Saginaw and later graduated from Northwood University with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, and Management. He also holds two master’s degrees from Central Michigan University—one in Spanish and the other in Curriculum and Instruction.
Daniel has traveled to ten Latin American countries and six others around the world. He also just celebrated his 50th birthday! A favorite quote of his to reflect on is: “It is not true that people stop pursuing dreams because they grow old; they grow old because they stop pursuing dreams.”
Daniel is ready to begin this new chapter at Clio Area Schools!
Welcome to the Clio Area Schools team, Daniel! #ThePlaceToBe
Daniel is from Frankenmuth, Michigan, but grew up in Medellín, Colombia, where his father served as a missionary. He attended Michigan Lutheran Seminary in Saginaw and later graduated from Northwood University with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, and Management. He also holds two master’s degrees from Central Michigan University—one in Spanish and the other in Curriculum and Instruction.
Daniel has traveled to ten Latin American countries and six others around the world. He also just celebrated his 50th birthday! A favorite quote of his to reflect on is: “It is not true that people stop pursuing dreams because they grow old; they grow old because they stop pursuing dreams.”
Daniel is ready to begin this new chapter at Clio Area Schools!
Welcome to the Clio Area Schools team, Daniel! #ThePlaceToBe
Next, we would like to welcome back Christine Lamb! Christine will be teaching kindergarten this year!
Christine was born and raised right here in Clio, Michigan, and graduated from Clio High School. She earned her bachelor's degree from Saginaw Valley State University and her master's degree from Marygrove College.
In her free time, Christine likes to read, float in the water at her cabin, and redecorate. Christine shared about her return to Clio: "I retired from teaching in Clio in 2024, after teaching 32 years, but was asked to join the Kindergarten team this year. I am honored to be at CES and can't wait to meet my new students." The theme in her class this year is "Be the Best You!" because, as she explained, "When we are at our best, we can achieve anything!"
Christine is looking forward to working with some gifted kindergarten teachers. She also finds it amazing that she gets to work with her daughter, Marisa Lamb, who serves as the At-Risk-Liaison, every day! Christine also added: "Clio has the best teachers, and I am so proud to be a Clio Alumni!"
Welcome back to the Clio Area Schools team Christine! #ThePlaceToBe
Christine was born and raised right here in Clio, Michigan, and graduated from Clio High School. She earned her bachelor's degree from Saginaw Valley State University and her master's degree from Marygrove College.
In her free time, Christine likes to read, float in the water at her cabin, and redecorate. Christine shared about her return to Clio: "I retired from teaching in Clio in 2024, after teaching 32 years, but was asked to join the Kindergarten team this year. I am honored to be at CES and can't wait to meet my new students." The theme in her class this year is "Be the Best You!" because, as she explained, "When we are at our best, we can achieve anything!"
Christine is looking forward to working with some gifted kindergarten teachers. She also finds it amazing that she gets to work with her daughter, Marisa Lamb, who serves as the At-Risk-Liaison, every day! Christine also added: "Clio has the best teachers, and I am so proud to be a Clio Alumni!"
Welcome back to the Clio Area Schools team Christine! #ThePlaceToBe
Next, we would like to introduce Jason Clark! Jason will be the Student Success Coordinator at the middle school this year.
Jason is from Auburn, Michigan, and graduated from Bay City Western High School in 2016. He attended Saginaw Valley State University, where he played Division II baseball, and graduated in 2021 with degrees in Criminal Justice and Sociology.
Jason is also a big Ohio State fan. He is excited to bring his energy and passion to Clio. He can’t wait to help create an atmosphere where students love coming to school and can build lasting memories with staff and classmates.
Welcome to the Clio Area Schools team, Jason! #ThePlaceToBe
Jason is from Auburn, Michigan, and graduated from Bay City Western High School in 2016. He attended Saginaw Valley State University, where he played Division II baseball, and graduated in 2021 with degrees in Criminal Justice and Sociology.
Jason is also a big Ohio State fan. He is excited to bring his energy and passion to Clio. He can’t wait to help create an atmosphere where students love coming to school and can build lasting memories with staff and classmates.
Welcome to the Clio Area Schools team, Jason! #ThePlaceToBe
Up next, we would like to introduce Marisa Hughey! Marisa will be teaching fourth grade this year.
Marisa was born and raised in Flint, Michigan, and graduated from Flint Southwestern Academy. Marisa received her teaching degree from Ferris State University and her master's degree from Marygrove College.
In her free time, she enjoys reading, taking trips up north, attending concerts with her daughter, and spending time with her family and two dogs, Boone and Bronson.
Marisa moved to Clio from Davison in 2020, and she is thrilled to be teaching in the community she lives in. She is excited to start her 19th year of teaching, as a fourth grade teacher at CIS!
Welcome to the Clio Area Schools team Marisa! #ThePlaceToBe
Next, we want to introduce Sam Hudgens! Sam will be teaching 3rd grade this year.
Sam is from St. John's, Michigan. Sam graduated from Saginaw Valley state University, with his bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. In his free time, Sam likes to work out, and enjoying time with friends and family. A quote that Sam gave was "be the teacher you always wanted."
Sam is looking forward to starting this new journey here at Clio Area Schools!
Welcome to the Clio Area Schools team Sam! #ThePlaceToBe
Sam is from St. John's, Michigan. Sam graduated from Saginaw Valley state University, with his bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. In his free time, Sam likes to work out, and enjoying time with friends and family. A quote that Sam gave was "be the teacher you always wanted."
Sam is looking forward to starting this new journey here at Clio Area Schools!
Welcome to the Clio Area Schools team Sam! #ThePlaceToBe
Our Back to School Kickoff was a huge success thanks our amazing community! Seeing so many families come together to laugh, have fun, and gear up for a new year was truly special!
A huge thank you to our sponsors—Collins & Blaha, Thrun Law Firm, Conlee Oil, Sonitrol, Dort Financial, and Genesee Health System—for helping us bring this celebration to life. Your support fuels Mustang pride all year long!
We can't thank the people that made this possible enough, and with our community and sponsor support, we kicked off the school year the right way! Here's to another fantastic school year! #ThePlaceToBe
A huge thank you to our sponsors—Collins & Blaha, Thrun Law Firm, Conlee Oil, Sonitrol, Dort Financial, and Genesee Health System—for helping us bring this celebration to life. Your support fuels Mustang pride all year long!
We can't thank the people that made this possible enough, and with our community and sponsor support, we kicked off the school year the right way! Here's to another fantastic school year! #ThePlaceToBe
Next up, we would like to introduce Sydney Archer! Sydney will be teaching Middle School Spanish this year.
Sydney Archer is from Holland, Michigan, where she attended West Ottawa High School. She went on to complete her undergraduate studies with a major in Spanish Education and a minor in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages).
Her passion for language and culture led her to live in Mexico for eight months as a student and later teach high school English in the Dominican Republic for one school year. Sydney loves traveling and learning about new cultures, experiences that continue to shape her teaching style and outlook.
She is excited to become part of the Clio Mustang family, where she already felt welcomed last year as a substitute teacher. Sydney looks forward to meeting her new students and learning both alongside them and from them. She often reflects on one of her favorite quotes: “The limits of my language mean the limits of my world.” – Ludwig Wittgenstein
Sydney is very excited to begin this new journey at Clio Area Schools!
Welcome to the Clio Area Schools team Sydney! #ThePlaceToBe
Sydney Archer is from Holland, Michigan, where she attended West Ottawa High School. She went on to complete her undergraduate studies with a major in Spanish Education and a minor in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages).
Her passion for language and culture led her to live in Mexico for eight months as a student and later teach high school English in the Dominican Republic for one school year. Sydney loves traveling and learning about new cultures, experiences that continue to shape her teaching style and outlook.
She is excited to become part of the Clio Mustang family, where she already felt welcomed last year as a substitute teacher. Sydney looks forward to meeting her new students and learning both alongside them and from them. She often reflects on one of her favorite quotes: “The limits of my language mean the limits of my world.” – Ludwig Wittgenstein
Sydney is very excited to begin this new journey at Clio Area Schools!
Welcome to the Clio Area Schools team Sydney! #ThePlaceToBe
See attached regarding the time change of the Board Meeting this Thursday, August 21.
REMINDER: School of choice K-3, and 9-12 are STILL OPEN until Friday, August 15.
Attached is the School of Choice form:
https://www.clioschools.org/page/school-of-choice
Please read transportation update from our Transportation Director Brad Wiskur.
Attached is the link for the Alternate Bus Route Form:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/13Z5480HCpUfmEWM4Ap9T5QNBA4Vqm30P/view?usp=sharing
Attached is the link for the Alternate Bus Route Form:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/13Z5480HCpUfmEWM4Ap9T5QNBA4Vqm30P/view?usp=sharing
Interested in joining our team? We are looking for a Full-Time Athletic Trainer!
If you are interested in this position, follow the link below:
https://www.clioschools.org/page/employment-opportunities
📣 Let’s Kick Off the School Year Together!
Our 4th Annual Back to School Kickoff is just two days away!
📅 Date: August 12
🕕 Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
📍 FREE Community Event!
We’re just days away from an exciting evening filled with fun, valuable resources, and celebration as we prepare for another great new school year. We would love to see you there!
Our 4th Annual Back to School Kickoff is just two days away!
📅 Date: August 12
🕕 Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
📍 FREE Community Event!
We’re just days away from an exciting evening filled with fun, valuable resources, and celebration as we prepare for another great new school year. We would love to see you there!
📣 Be Sure to Join Us!
Our 4th Annual Back to School Kickoff is just five days away!
📅 Date: August 12
🕕 Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
📍 FREE Community Event!
As the event approaches, we warmly invite you to join us for an exciting evening of fun, helpful resources, and celebration as we gear up for a brand-new school year!
Our 4th Annual Back to School Kickoff is just five days away!
📅 Date: August 12
🕕 Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
📍 FREE Community Event!
As the event approaches, we warmly invite you to join us for an exciting evening of fun, helpful resources, and celebration as we gear up for a brand-new school year!
Free Pre-K for all! Click the link below to fill out the interest from. We have Pre-K spots open, but they are filling fast!
https://version3.miecc.org/CaregiverPortal/25
https://version3.miecc.org/CaregiverPortal/25
Next up, we have Ethan Young! Ethan will be teaching 5th grade this fall.
Ethan is from Goodrich, Michigan, and graduated from Goodrich High School in 2018. He attended and played baseball at Mott Community College and Morehead State University. Ethan got his degree in Elementary Education from Saginaw Valley state University, while playing pro baseball.
Ethan was a professional baseball player, pitching for the Eastside Diamond Hoppers of the USPBL, and a fun fact about him is that he can throw a baseball 98 mph! Ethan is currently engaged, and in his free time he likes to go hunting and go fishing.
Ethan is beyond excited to start his journey here at Clio Area Schools!
Welcome to the Clio Area Schools team Ethan! #ThePlaceToBe
Ethan is from Goodrich, Michigan, and graduated from Goodrich High School in 2018. He attended and played baseball at Mott Community College and Morehead State University. Ethan got his degree in Elementary Education from Saginaw Valley state University, while playing pro baseball.
Ethan was a professional baseball player, pitching for the Eastside Diamond Hoppers of the USPBL, and a fun fact about him is that he can throw a baseball 98 mph! Ethan is currently engaged, and in his free time he likes to go hunting and go fishing.
Ethan is beyond excited to start his journey here at Clio Area Schools!
Welcome to the Clio Area Schools team Ethan! #ThePlaceToBe
Next, we would like to introduce Doreen Howell! Doreen will be teaching 1st Grade this fall.
Doreen grew up on the East Coast in New Jersey. She had every intention of moving back home but moved to Clio after graduating college because her best friend married a guy from Clio and asked her to move out here for "one year" since she was new to the area also. Doreen fell in love with Michigan and then after a blind date four years later, fell in love with a boy from Bridgeport and ended up making Michigan her forever home!
Doreen graduated from North Warren Regional High School in Blairstown, New Jersey and then pursued a double major at Cedarville University in Cedarville, Ohio for her undergraduate degrees; one being Elementary Education. She received her Masters in the Art of Teaching with a Reading emphasis from Marygrove University in Detroit, Michigan and has taken continuing college credit classes in both integrating technology in the classroom and behavior management. Doreen has also completed the Orton-Gillingham Phonics First Layer 1 training and is enrolled in a two year program beginning this November to continue learning best practices specifically in Reading and Phonemic Awareness/Phonics.
Doreen has many hobbies from spending time with her family (husband JD, 16 year old son Johnny, 14 year old son James, and 12 year old daughter Danielle), being outdoors (especially the ocean or Great Lakes), watching movies, eating food (especially take out which she has not cooked and there are no dishes to clean afterward), decorating and completing projects around the house, any activity involving her two german shepherds Coco and Clou, and shopping!
A favorite quote of Doreen's would be "Begin each day with a grateful heart." She says she wants to live every day to the fullest, thankful for the many blessings and opportunities a new day brings, and trying to serve her family, friends, colleagues, and her precious students and their families in a way that shows how thankful she is for each new day! She is truly excited to be a part of the Clio Elementary school district as a First Grade teacher this Fall!
Welcome to the Clio Area Schools team Doreen! #ThePlaceToBe
Doreen grew up on the East Coast in New Jersey. She had every intention of moving back home but moved to Clio after graduating college because her best friend married a guy from Clio and asked her to move out here for "one year" since she was new to the area also. Doreen fell in love with Michigan and then after a blind date four years later, fell in love with a boy from Bridgeport and ended up making Michigan her forever home!
Doreen graduated from North Warren Regional High School in Blairstown, New Jersey and then pursued a double major at Cedarville University in Cedarville, Ohio for her undergraduate degrees; one being Elementary Education. She received her Masters in the Art of Teaching with a Reading emphasis from Marygrove University in Detroit, Michigan and has taken continuing college credit classes in both integrating technology in the classroom and behavior management. Doreen has also completed the Orton-Gillingham Phonics First Layer 1 training and is enrolled in a two year program beginning this November to continue learning best practices specifically in Reading and Phonemic Awareness/Phonics.
Doreen has many hobbies from spending time with her family (husband JD, 16 year old son Johnny, 14 year old son James, and 12 year old daughter Danielle), being outdoors (especially the ocean or Great Lakes), watching movies, eating food (especially take out which she has not cooked and there are no dishes to clean afterward), decorating and completing projects around the house, any activity involving her two german shepherds Coco and Clou, and shopping!
A favorite quote of Doreen's would be "Begin each day with a grateful heart." She says she wants to live every day to the fullest, thankful for the many blessings and opportunities a new day brings, and trying to serve her family, friends, colleagues, and her precious students and their families in a way that shows how thankful she is for each new day! She is truly excited to be a part of the Clio Elementary school district as a First Grade teacher this Fall!
Welcome to the Clio Area Schools team Doreen! #ThePlaceToBe
