CCDC moved swiftly last week, approving a $15,000 Flashpoint Fund grant to support Clarke Community Schools student-athletes impacted by the Alley Bowl fire. With a grant committee vote on Wednesday, the funding was unanimously approved and distributed before the end of the week, reinforcing our commitment to students and community resilience.
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The Clarke County Development Corporation (CCDC) has awarded a SPARK Grant for more than $23,000 to help the Osceola Big Chief FFA expand hands-on agricultural education at Clarke Community Schools. The funding will support the installation of a new 12’ x 32’ greenhouse, giving students real-world experience in plant science, sustainability, and agribusiness.
This project—supported through CCDC’s new NEXUS Funding Program will grow more than plants; it will cultivate future leaders, innovators, and community builders right here in Clarke County.
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From singing opera to business finance to… Clarke Community Schools! Clarke Community Schools is excited to announce Dr. Sarah Kelly as the new Clarke Middle School Principal. With a unique blend of experiences in education, the arts, and business, Dr. Kelly brings a thoughtful, student-centered approach to leadership and a passion for building strong, inclusive school communities.
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Clarke Community Schools is proud to welcome Mr. Marcus Munoz as the new Associate Principal for both Clarke Middle School and Clarke High School. Munoz officially begins his role on July 1, 2025, bringing with him over a decade of classroom and leadership experience, a commitment to
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Clarke Community Schools is excited to announce the hiring of Mr. Kelly Winter as the district’s new Activities Director. With over two decades of experience in education and coaching, Mr. Winter brings a deep commitment to student growth, community engagement, and a fresh perspective to Clarke’s robust
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Clarke Community Schools is welcoming a new High School Principal to the building. While no stranger to the district, Ruby Clyde will bring years of passion and love for her Clarke students to the new role, while also hoping to bring significant change to the position.
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The grant activity through the end of 2024 and early 2025 is showing to be a sign of good things to come. With more than 1.2 Million in funds awarded in 2024, the February meeting of the CCDC Board of Directors saw 2025 kick off with even more opportunities!
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With recent price hikes in meat and protein as well as some milk products, the Clarke Community Schools Food Pantry is concerned with meeting the demand for the upcoming holiday season.
With the help from local stores as well as businesses and community members, the vacant shelves could very well see a boost.
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Miller Products, Co., recently under new ownership, has been reflecting on their 8+ decade history and the relationships they’ve made and built along the way. As part of the Clarke County Industrial Tech Advisory Board, they had the help of Clarke Community Schools’ industrial tech students in the fabrication of some very unique signs to help commemorate their impressive history
Take a look at our latest feature and see what these talented students and the Miller team created…
Spring is in full swing and the weather just keeps getting better! That means fun on Osceola’s trails and families and children out on their bikes.
With that in mind, Clarke Community Schools is hosting a Bike Rodeo for all families to learn about bike safety, proper cycling safety equipment and more!