🍎 Welcome, Transition Kindergarten & Kindergarten Families! 🍎
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!
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!
🔔 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 → SmithJan0000
✅ 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
Reminder: No Weekly PLC Early Release or Late Start Wednesdays for the 2026–2027 School Year
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 2026–2027 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 2026–2027 District Calendar for important dates throughout the school year.
We look forward to welcoming students back this fall!
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 2026–2027 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 2026–2027 District Calendar for important dates throughout the school year.
We look forward to welcoming students back this fall!
Future 6th Grade Transition to Lincoln Middle School Beginning in 2027–28
📢 Important District Update: Future 6th Grade Transition to Lincoln Middle School
The Clarkston School District is excited to share that beginning with the 2027–28 school year, all 6th grade students will attend Lincoln Middle School as part of a true 6th–8th grade middle school model.
This change will not affect students during the upcoming 2026–27 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.
📢 Important District Update: Future 6th Grade Transition to Lincoln Middle School
The Clarkston School District is excited to share that beginning with the 2027–28 school year, all 6th grade students will attend Lincoln Middle School as part of a true 6th–8th grade middle school model.
This change will not affect students during the upcoming 2026–27 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.
June Breakfast & Lunch Menu
No School on Monday in Honor of Memorial Day
No School for Students on Monday, May 18
May Breakfast & Lunch Menu
Clarkston EPIC Youth Coalition is hosting a Youth Empowerment Seminar on May 7 from 5:00–7:30 p.m. This community event will feature a guest speaker and a youth panel focused on building meaningful connections and supporting our youth.
Parents, educators, and community members are encouraged to attend. Please help spread the word!
Parents, educators, and community members are encouraged to attend. Please help spread the word!
Clarkston School District Online Newsletter – April 2026 Edition Now Available
The Clarkston School District is pleased to announce that the April 2026 edition of our Online Newsletter is now available.
This month’s 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:
📧 myklebustk@csdk12.org
📞 509-769-6338
👉 View the April 2026 Newsletter: https://canva.link/ktvzyncmaqf3a0n
The Clarkston School District is pleased to announce that the April 2026 edition of our Online Newsletter is now available.
This month’s 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:
📧 myklebustk@csdk12.org
📞 509-769-6338
👉 View the April 2026 Newsletter: https://canva.link/ktvzyncmaqf3a0n
April 2026 Breakfast and Lunch Menu
🎒 Kindergarten & Transitional Kindergarten Registration Now Open!
Clarkston School District is now accepting registrations for Kindergarten and Transitional Kindergarten for the 2026–2027 school year.
✔ Kindergarten: For children who turn 5 on or before August 31
✔ Transitional Kindergarten: For children who are not yet 5 by August 31
Families can register online now at:
👉 www.csdk12.org → Parent → New Student Enrollment
📅 Kindergarten & TK Round-Up:
🕒 3:30–6:00 p.m.
• Heights Elementary – May 4
• Parkway Elementary – May 5
• Highland Elementary – May 6
• Grantham Elementary & Holy Family – May 7
Families will receive a letter or email with their assigned location and time.
Round-Up helps schools learn about each child’s readiness and includes activities related to hearing/vision, motor skills, concepts, and speech/language.
📎 See the attached documents for full details.
Questions? Contact Di Howell at (509) 769-5541.
Clarkston School District is now accepting registrations for Kindergarten and Transitional Kindergarten for the 2026–2027 school year.
✔ Kindergarten: For children who turn 5 on or before August 31
✔ Transitional Kindergarten: For children who are not yet 5 by August 31
Families can register online now at:
👉 www.csdk12.org → Parent → New Student Enrollment
📅 Kindergarten & TK Round-Up:
🕒 3:30–6:00 p.m.
• Heights Elementary – May 4
• Parkway Elementary – May 5
• Highland Elementary – May 6
• Grantham Elementary & Holy Family – May 7
Families will receive a letter or email with their assigned location and time.
Round-Up helps schools learn about each child’s readiness and includes activities related to hearing/vision, motor skills, concepts, and speech/language.
📎 See the attached documents for full details.
Questions? Contact Di Howell at (509) 769-5541.
📚 Elementary Registration & New Student Enrollment for the 2026-2027 School Year is Now Open!
Elementary registration for the upcoming school year is officially underway!
✅ Existing Students:
Online registration is open February 11 – April 12, 2026, through your Skyward Family Access account.
👉 Log in here:
https://www2.nerdc.wa-k12.net/scripts/cgiip.exe/WService=wclarkss71/seplog01.w
🆕 New Students:
If you already have students enrolled in CSD, you can register a new student through your Skyward Family Access account.
If you’re new to the district, please complete the New Student Enrollment application under the Family tab on our website.
👉 Start new enrollment here:
https://www2.nerdc.wa-k12.net/scripts/cgiip.exe/WService=wclarkss71/skyenroll.w
💻 Reminder: Registration must be completed on a computer. Entries made on cell phones will be lost.
Please be sure to complete registration by April 12 to help us plan staffing and classrooms for next year.
We’re looking forward to another great year!
Elementary registration for the upcoming school year is officially underway!
✅ Existing Students:
Online registration is open February 11 – April 12, 2026, through your Skyward Family Access account.
👉 Log in here:
https://www2.nerdc.wa-k12.net/scripts/cgiip.exe/WService=wclarkss71/seplog01.w
🆕 New Students:
If you already have students enrolled in CSD, you can register a new student through your Skyward Family Access account.
If you’re new to the district, please complete the New Student Enrollment application under the Family tab on our website.
👉 Start new enrollment here:
https://www2.nerdc.wa-k12.net/scripts/cgiip.exe/WService=wclarkss71/skyenroll.w
💻 Reminder: Registration must be completed on a computer. Entries made on cell phones will be lost.
Please be sure to complete registration by April 12 to help us plan staffing and classrooms for next year.
We’re looking forward to another great year!
❄️ Mid-Winter Break Reminder
No school Friday, February 13 through Monday, February 16, for Mid-Winter Break.
Wednesday, February 18 will be a full day of school (no one-hour early release).
No school Friday, February 13 through Monday, February 16, for Mid-Winter Break.
Wednesday, February 18 will be a full day of school (no one-hour early release).
No school Monday, January 19, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Please note there will be no early release on Wednesday, January 21.
January 2026 Menu
Winter Break is here! ❄️ We hope our staff, students, and families enjoy a restful and joyful break. We look forward to welcoming our students back on Tuesday, January 6!
December 2025 Menu
Happy Thanksgiving
