Come line the streets, bring your Mustang spirit, and help us celebrate our students, schools, and community! 🎉
📅 Friday, September 25
⏰ The parade starts PROMPTLY at 5:15 PM!
Grab your family, find a spot along the route, and get ready to cheer! Don’t miss it , we’ll see you at the parade!
🧡 Our Community. Our Students. Our Mustangs. 🖤
#ClioMustangs #Homecoming2026 #ThePlaceToBe
It's not too late to donate candy! The CMS Student Council is still accepting donations for our upcoming homecoming parade.
It’s Spirit Week, so dress your best! We can’t wait to see everyone looking sharp and showing their Clio spirit.
📅 Tuesday, September 22nd
🕣 7:30 — 8:30 AM
📍Clio Middle School
Say cheese, Mustangs! 📸
Get ready to show your school spirit! 🎉 We encourage all students to join in the fun, participate in each day’s theme, and help make Spirit Week a great one!
We can’t wait to see your creativity and school pride all week long! 🧡🖤
Today, we recognize the signing of the U.S. Constitution and the principles that continue to shape our nation.
Constitution Day is an opportunity for our students to learn about the rights and responsibilities of citizenship, the importance of civic engagement, and the role each of us plays in our democracy.
Happy Constitution Day from Clio Area Schools! 🇺🇸
Today, we are sending home picture order forms with students. You can also pre-order your school pictures online now by clicking the link below.
📅 Picture Day is September 22nd!
Thank you! We can’t wait to see all of our CMS students looking their best! 😊📸
https://www.prepaysystems.com/view/WBnsjJAZ/clio-middle-school-preorder
https://app.smore.com/n/sh7ue-clio-middle-school
Today, we pause to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and to honor the courage and sacrifice of the first responders, service members, and everyday Americans who stepped forward in the face of unimaginable tragedy.
Twenty-five years later, we continue to remember the strength, compassion, and unity shown in the days that followed.
May we honor their memory not only today, but through the way we serve, support, and care for one another.
We will never forget. 🇺🇸
#NeverForget #September11 #ClioAreaSchools
Please view the CMS newsletter for 8/28/26
There is something special happening across Clio Area Schools. From the excitement in our classrooms and the smiles in our hallways to our students representing Clio through athletics, activities, and so much more, the first week has been an incredible reminder of what it means to be a Mustang.
And what a way to cap off the week! 🏈 Our Mustang football team earned an impressive 58–0 victory over Mt. Morris yesterday! Congratulations to our players, coaches, cheerleaders, student section, band, families, and everyone who came out to fill the stands and support our students.
But this picture represents so much more than one football game or one victory. It represents community. It represents students supporting one another, families showing up, staff pouring their hearts into what they do, and an entire school district coming together around our kids.
To our Clio families, be proud to be a Mustang! There is so much to be excited about this year, the opportunities ahead, the people who make our schools special, and a community that continues to show up for one another. And we're only getting started.
Thank you to our students, staff, families, and community for making our first week one to remember. Here's to an incredible school year ahead, the friendships that will be made, the lessons that will be learned, the challenges that will be overcome, the accomplishments we will celebrate, and the memories that will last a lifetime.
The 2026–27 school year is officially underway, and we can't wait to see what our Mustangs accomplish together. 🧡🖤
Once a Mustang, Always a Mustang.
🧡🖤 End of the Day Communication Reminder
We know plans can change! To help ensure every student gets where they need to be safely at dismissal, please communicate any end of day transportation or pick-up changes to your child’s school at least one hour before dismissal.
Our school offices need time to receive your message, communicate the change to the appropriate staff, and make sure your child receives the correct information before the busy dismissal process begins. Last minute changes increase the chance that important information may not reach everyone in time.
Please make note of the deadline for your child’s school:
Clio Early Elementary – 2:45 PM
Clio Elementary – 2:30PM
Clio Intermediate – 2:45 PM
Clio Middle School – 1:20 PM
Clio High School – 1:30 PM
Clio Community High School – 1:30 PM
Thank you for helping us keep dismissal safe, organized, and smooth for every Mustang! 🧡🖤
📱 Haven’t Logged Into Rooms Yet? Let’s Get You Connected!
Clio families, if you haven’t downloaded the Clio Schools App or logged into Rooms yet, now is a great time to get connected!
Rooms is our district-wide communication platform this school year and replaces ClassDojo. This is where families can stay connected with their child’s teachers and receive important classroom communication.
Getting started is easy:
1. 📲 Download or update the Clio Schools App.
Already have the app from last year? Be sure to check the App Store or Google Play Store for an update. Some families have reported that Rooms did not appear until the app was updated.
2. ⚙️ Open the app and tap the gear icon in the top-right corner.
3. 🔐 Select Sign In and use your phone number or email address to log in.
4. 🏫 Once you’re signed in, select Rooms at the bottom. It should take you directly to your children’s classes.
Important: You may see “Rooms” in the app before signing in, but you must be signed in to access your child’s information.
If you haven’t gotten connected yet, please take a few minutes to download/update the app and sign in. We want to make sure every Clio family is connected and doesn’t miss important communication from their child’s school and teachers.
Once you’re connected, Rooms will make it easier to keep school communication all in one place.
The start of a new school year is just around the corner, and we can't wait to welcome our Mustang families back to school! Open House is the perfect opportunity to meet teachers, explore classrooms, learn about the upcoming school year, and get excited for an amazing year ahead.
📅 Wednesday, August 19
🕔 5:00–6:00 PM
🏫 Clio High School
🏫 Clio Community High School
🕔 6:00–7:00 PM
🏫 Clio Middle School
🎓 Clio Elementary Kindergarten Orientation
📅 Thursday, August 20
🕔 5:00–6:00 PM
🏫 Clio Intermediate School
🏫 Clio Elementary Kindergarten
🏫 Clio Elementary 2nd Grade
🕕 6:00–7:00 PM
🏫 Clio Elementary 1st Grade
🏫 Clio Elementary 3rd Grade
Whether you're joining us for your child's very first day of school or returning for another great year, we're excited to welcome you back to Clio Area Schools!
📍Be sure to check the attached graphic for additional details specific to your child's school.
We look forward to seeing everyone soon as we kick off another incredible year of learning, growth, and Mustang pride!
🧡🖤 Go Mustangs! #ThePlaceToBe #WeAreClio #GoMustangs
As we prepare for the 2026–2027 school year, Clio Schools is preparing families for new expectations surrounding student cell phones and personal communication devices during the school day.
These changes align with Michigan’s new cell phone law and are designed around a simple goal: keeping students focused, engaged, and ready to learn.
Beginning this school year, students will be expected to keep cell phones and other personal communication devices off, put away, and out of sight during instructional time, from the first bell to the last bell.
We know staying connected with your child is important. Families will always be able to contact students through the school office, and students will have access to a school phone when needed.
We appreciate the partnership of our students, families, and staff as we work together to create classrooms with fewer distractions and more opportunities for learning.
🧡🖤 Go Mustangs!
A proud Clio graduate, Valerie grew up in the Clio community and currently resides in Grand Blanc. She earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from Cleary University, where she was also a member of the women’s soccer team. After discovering her passion for supporting children and families, Valerie pursued her Master of Social Work and became a Certified School Social Worker.
Valerie brings a variety of experience supporting students and families. She previously worked with Holly Area Schools as a Behavioral Interventionist, Social Work Intern, and Elementary School Social Worker. She also served as a Social Worker at Brighton Middle School and has worked as an outpatient mental health therapist, providing support to children and adults. Returning to a school setting has been a longtime goal for Valerie, and she is especially excited to do so in her hometown.
Outside of work, Valerie enjoys spending time with friends, family, her fiancée, and their pets. She continues to play soccer, enjoys lifestyle photography, and loves traveling, hiking, exploring parks, attending concerts, and watching movies. She is also a big football fan and enjoys cheering on Michigan, the Detroit Lions, and the Buffalo Bills.
Please join us in welcoming Valerie Stauffer back home to Clio Area Schools! We are excited to have her experience, passion for supporting students, and commitment to building positive relationships as part of the Clio Middle School team. Go Mustangs!
We can't wait to welcome everyone to Pride Stadium tonight from 6–8 PM!
Come Enjoy:
🎒 School Supplies (while supplies last)
📚 2026–2027 School Year Information
🤝 Family & Community Resources
🎈 Hot Air Balloon
🫧 Foam Party
⛳ Mini Golf
🏰 Bounce Houses
🎯 Games & Activities
👕 Mustang Spirit Wear
🚌 Mel Bus
🎵 Music & Entertainment
🎁 And so much more!
We'll see you tonight!
The wait is almost over!
Join us Tuesday evening at Pride Stadium from 6–8 PM.
Admission is FREE.
Bring the whole family.
We'll see you there!
We wanted families to have a place to connect. We wanted students to have the supplies and resources they need. And most of all, we wanted every child to walk into the first day of school knowing that an entire community is cheering them on.
This event is about more than bounce houses, music, games, and school supplies. It’s about belonging. It’s about connection. It’s about making sure every student has what they need to start the year with confidence.
When our community comes together for our kids, incredible things happen. For that we are thankful! 🧡🖤
🎉 5th Annual Back-to-School Kickoff
📅 August 11
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Pride Stadium
#ClioAreaSchools #BackToSchoolKickoff #MustangPride #CommunityStrong #EveryStudentEveryDay #ThePlaceToBe
📚 CLIO MIDDLE SCHOOL SCHEDULE PICKUP
📅 Monday, August 17, 2026
Clio Middle School students in Grades 6–8 are invited to pick up their schedules for the upcoming school year!
Schedule Pickup Times:
• Last names A–M: 8:30–10:00 a.m.
• Last names N–Z: 12:30–2:00 p.m.
📍 Clio Middle School
300 Rogers Lodge Drive
Clio, MI 48420
Schedule Pickup will be just outside the main entrance to CMS
Please note: This is the only opportunity to pick up your student’s schedule prior to our Open House.
We look forward to welcoming our students and families back to Clio Middle School and kicking off another great school year! 🧡🖤
Clio Area Schools is currently hiring for several coaching, support staff, paraprofessional, substitute, and student success positions.
Current openings include:
• Freshman Volleyball Coach
• Elementary Behavior Specialist
• Elementary Math Intervention Paraprofessional
• Middle School Student Success Liaison
• High School Student Success Coordinator
• Premier Substitute — Kindergarten through 5th Grade
• Premier Substitute — 6th through 12th Grade
We are looking for dedicated, dependable, and student-focused individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in our schools and community.
Explore current openings and apply today:
https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/1274
Know someone who would be a great addition to the Mustang family? Please share this post or tag them below!
#ClioAreaSchools #NowHiring #JoinOurTeam #MustangPride #ThePlaceToBe
