Clinton Elementary released a newsletter on October 17 detailing upcoming school activities and important dates for the weeks of October 19 and 26, 2026. The update covers student programming, professional development updates, and various community engagement opportunities.
Red Ribbon Week, focused on drug and alcohol prevention, will take place from October 19 through October 23. Scheduled activities include the beginning of Family Connection Bingo on October 19, a red-themed celebration on October 20, and a handprint pledge poster on October 21. On October 22, Weber State University will present a pig lung demonstration. The school will also host a Family Spooky STEM Night on October 22 from 5 to 6:30 p.m., for which the PTA is requesting volunteers.
Several other events and assessments are scheduled for late October and November. Grades will be posted on myDSD on October 26 at 4 p.m. A Champion Martial Arts fundraiser will run through October 22, with classes held in the school Patio from 3:30 to 4:00 p.m. on October 27, 28, 29 and November 3, 4, and 5. On November 11, a Veteran’s Day Choir Program Assembly and family night program will be held at 6 p.m. in the school cafeteria. Families are asked to submit photos of military service members to choir director Emily Tanner by October 30.
The newsletter also addressed student health and academic programs. On October 21, 6th-grade students will participate in the Student Health and Risk Prevention (SHARP) Survey. Vision screenings for preschool, kindergarten, 1st, 3rd, 5th, 7th, and 9th-grade students, as well as new students or those with specific needs, will be conducted by school nurse Sarah Cook. Additionally, DEEP magnet testing is scheduled for November 19 for grades 3 through 5 and December 1 for grades K through 2.
During a Teacher Development Day on October 14, Clinton Elementary teachers participated in professional learning regarding the Davis Model of Instruction. This training focused on conducting, practicing, and deepening lessons to strengthen student learning through structured practice, specifically emphasizing modeling, close monitoring, and varied practice.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to stay updated via the District Calendar regarding school sessions and breaks. For assistance with student lunch balances, families can contact Colleen at 801-402-2164 or via email at csullivan@dsdmail.net.
