Law enforcement has issued an all clear at Lincoln Middle School following todayβs precautionary evacuation.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we worked to keep students and staff safe.
Lincoln Middle School is being evacuated and students are being sent home today following a reported threat. At this time, law enforcement does not believe the threat is credible but has recommended evacuation as a precaution.
Families picking up their students should go to Jackson Street near the baseball field, behind the buses. Transportation is arranging pickup for students who ride the bus.
At law enforcementβs recommendation, Heights Elementary School will remain in a secure response for the remainder of the day as a precaution.
Buses will arrive later than usual to pick up students at our elementary schools and CHS.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation.
October 19 to 23 is National School Bus Safety Week!
Thank you to our Clarkston School District bus drivers and transportation team for the care, patience and attention you bring to every route. You help our students begin and end each school day safely.
Keeping students safe takes all of us. Please slow down near buses and bus stops, put distractions away and watch for students. Remind children to follow their driverβs directions and practice safe habits at the bus stop.
Join us in thanking the everyday heroes behind the wheel and behind the scenes!


Asotin County Health District has confirmed that a bat found at Asotin School District on September 23 tested positive for rabies. The health district and Asotin School District are contacting families of children with confirmed exposure.
We are sharing this information with Clarkston families because bat contact can happen anywhere. If you or your child has had contact with a bat at any point in the past year, call Asotin County Health District at 509-243-3344, ext. 4539. Health district staff can assess the contact and advise you on next steps.
Please remind children never to touch a bat, even if it appears injured or dead, and to tell an adult if they find one.
More information about rabies in Washington State can be found at https://doh.wa.gov/you-and.../illness-and-disease-z/rabies.
For questions about potential bat exposure, call 509-243-3344 Ext. 4539.



Some Clarkston families and staff received an unexpected text message directly from Apptegy today about a communication tool called Rooms. Because we had not yet introduced Rooms, we completely understand why some of you wondered if the message was spam. We appreciate those who reached out to check!
There is nothing you need to do at this time.
Rooms is a communication tool that may be used for specific groups and activities, such as athletics and other extracurricular programs. It will replace ParentSquare for these types of communications.
Our regular district communication is not changing. Clarkston School District will continue to send district announcements, alerts, and other communication through Thrillshare just as we have in the past.
If a coach, teacher, advisor, or other staff member chooses to use Rooms with your student, they will communicate directly with you and provide information about how to get connected.
We apologize for the confusion caused by the message arriving before we had an opportunity to share this information with you.

Welcome to the 26/27 school year!
Our back to school night is Tuesday, 8/25/26 from 6-7. Please come by to meet your child's teacher, drop off their school supplies, and enjoy an ice cream.
Our first day of school is Wednesday, 8/26/26. Our doors are open at 8:15 for breakfast. We do not have staff available until 8:15 so please do not drop off your students prior to then.
Please remember to drop off your student outside of the gym doors. Feel free to get lots of pictures and hugs out front before dropping your child off.
If you need anything, please come in the front doors to the office.
We're excited for another great year at Grantham!
Josh Richardson
Principal
Breakfast and lunch are provided at no cost to all Clarkston School District students enrolled in TKβ12 for the 2026β2027 school year!
Check out the August and September lunch menus below. Weβre looking forward to welcoming our students back!

We're excited to welcome our newest learners to Clarkston School District! To help students have a successful start, we use a gradual start schedule that gives children an opportunity to become comfortable in their new classroom and school environment.
Please take a moment to review the schedule below so you'll know what to expect during the first few weeks of school.
If you have any questions, please contact Di Howell at (509) 769-5541 or howelld@csdk12.org.
We can't wait to meet our newest students and begin another wonderful school year!

π Skyward Qmlativ Login Update for Families
Hello, Clarkston School District families!
As we continue our transition to Skyward Qmlativ, parent and guardian usernames have changed. (This does not apply to guardians who are also Clarkston School District employees.)
Your new username format is:
First 5 letters of your last name + first 3 letters of your first name + 0000
Example:
Jane Smith β SmithJan0000
β
Your password has NOT changed. Please continue using the same password you used with the previous Skyward system.
If you're unable to log in or need assistance accessing your account, please contact your child's school or the District Office.
Thank you for your patience as we complete our transition to Skyward Qmlativ!
Breakfast & Lunch at No Charge Beginning Fall 2026

As families prepare for the upcoming school year, Clarkston School District would like to remind everyone that there will be no weekly early release or late start Wednesdays for Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) during the 2026β2027 school year.
Students will follow their regular school schedule each week unless otherwise noted on the district calendar for conferences, holidays, emergency closures, or other special schedule changes.
We encourage families to review and save the attached 2026β2027 District Calendar for important dates throughout the school year.
We look forward to welcoming students back this fall!

π’ Important District Update: Future 6th Grade Transition to Lincoln Middle School
The Clarkston School District is excited to share that beginning with the 2027β28 school year, all 6th grade students will attend Lincoln Middle School as part of a true 6thβ8th grade middle school model.
This change will not affect students during the upcoming 2026β27 school year. The additional year will allow us to thoughtfully plan, prepare, and support students and families throughout the transition process.
Moving 6th grade to Lincoln Middle School will provide students with access to specialized supports, expanded academic opportunities, extracurricular activities, athletics, leadership experiences, and a learning environment specifically designed to meet the needs of early adolescents.
We understand families may have questions. Please review the attached Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document for additional information. We will continue to share updates and opportunities for engagement as planning progresses.






Parents, educators, and community members are encouraged to attend. Please help spread the word!


The Clarkston School District is pleased to announce that the April 2026 edition of our Online Newsletter is now available.
This monthβs publication showcases student achievements, classroom activities, and events taking place across the district. We appreciate the continued support of staff and community members who contribute photos, stories, and updates that help highlight the great work happening in our schools.
We encourage ongoing submissions of student successes, classroom highlights, and special moments for future editions.
Community members, retirees, and others who would like to receive the newsletter directly may request to be added to our mailing list by contacting:
π§ myklebustk@csdk12.org
π 509-769-6338
π View the April 2026 Newsletter: https://canva.link/ktvzyncmaqf3a0n
