Trailblazing Through Wonder
Capt. Walter E. Clarke Middle School
Parent Learning Adventures
Anti-bullying Parent Rally
September 8, 2026
Jimmy McClain @4:30 pm in the Gymnasium
Project Vida Room 406
Sessions at 5:00pm, 5:30pm, & 6:00pm
Join us for an empowering evening
focused on bullying prevention,
positive relationships, and creating
a safe, respectful school community
8th Grade Information Night
September 10, 2026 @ 5:30 pm
Come get informed about Dual Credit,
Early college, Advanced Academics,
Graduation Requirements, TSIA2,
and much more. This meeting will
frontload all 8th grade expectations.
Human Trafficking & Trauma-Informed Care
September 24, 2026 @2:30 pm
Come learn how to take safety
measures to help promote personal
safety. Help us keep all youth safe
and learn how to increase protective
factors and promote resilience.
Advanced Academy & Early College Parent Night
October 14, 2026 @ 5:30 pm
This meeting is mandatory for
8th grade parents if your student
is applying for Early College
High School or an Advanced Academy
Drug Prevention
October 21, 2026 @ 2:30 pm
Come learn from our expert about
the dangers and new products
targeting youth. Let's work
together to keep our teens safe.
Suicide Prevention
December 17, 2026 @ 9:00 am
Learn how to increase protective
factors, promote resilience, and
support student well-being.
EXPLORE * DISCOVER * GROW
Every Great Journey Begins With Wonder
GENERATION TEXAS WEEK
LEAD ★ LEARN ★ BELONG ★ SUCCEED
College Careers Community YOU!
GENERATION TEXAS WEEK
NOVEMBER 16 - 20
Dream Big. Plan Your Future. Achieve Your Goals!
Generation Texas encourages students to explore their future possibilities and develop a college- and career-going culture. Join us as we celebrate the many pathways to success!
Big Dreams Brighter Futures
EXPLORE • PLAN • ACHIEVE • SUCCEED
MONDAY NOVEMBER 16
College Spirit Day
Show Your Future College Pride!
Wear a college or university shirt, hoodie, hat, or your favorite school's colors.
COLLEGE REP YOUR SCHOOL!
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 17
Future Starts in Texas Day
Celebrate Texas Opportunities!
Wear Texas-themed gear, boots, cowboy hats, school spirit wear, or school colors.
TEXAS PATHWAYS BRIGHTER FUTURES!
WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 18
Destination Success Day
Where Will Your Dreams Take You?
Wear clothing representing a college, military branch, trade school, or a place you'd like your future career to take you.
COLLEGE- MILITARY-TRADE SCHOOL-MY FUTURE
DIFFERENT PATHS SAME BRIGHT FUTURE!
THURSDAY NOVEMBER 19
Dress for Success Day / Interview Ready!
Dress in professional attire and show how you would present yourself for your dream job.
LOOK CONFIDENT BE PROUD YOU GOT THIS!
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 20
Career Dress Day
What Will You Be?
Dress as a career you may want to pursue one day such as a doctor, teacher, scientist, firefighter, chef, police officer, lawyer, engineer, and more!
Future Professionals Make a Brighter Tomorrow!
YOUR FUTURE STARTS NOW!
🎓 College
⚙️ Trade School
★ Military Service
💼 A Career
Every dream begins with a plan!
Clarke Strong Future Ready!
DREAM IT. ★ PLAN IT. ★ ACHIEVE IT.
AMERICAS FEEDER PATTERN LITERACY NIGHT
Fall INTO READING
A NIGHT OF STORIES,
DISCOVERY AND FAMILY FUN!
READ TOGETHER
EXPLORE BOOKS
ENJOY ACTIVITIES
FALL FUN
SNACKS & COMMUNITY
THURSDAY
NOVEMBER 5, 2026
5:00 - 6:30 PM
AMERICAS HIGH SCHOOL
ELEMENTARY,
MIDDLE SCHOOL,
HIGH SCHOOL
STUDENTS
Every page is an adventure.
Every story lives.
Red Ribbon Week
Capt. Walter E. Clarke Middle School
COURAGE ★ CHARACTER ★ COMMUNITY
OCT. 26 - OCT. 30
LIFE IS A JOURNEY. TRAVEL DRUG FREE.™
MONDAY • OCT. 26
BE A HERO AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
Wear your favorite superhero costume!
HEROES MAKE HEALTHY CHOICES!
TUESDAY • OCT. 27
TEAM UP AGAINST DRUGS!
Wear your favorite sports team jersey or sports gear!
TEAM DRUG FREE
WEDNESDAY • OCT. 28
PEACE OUT TO DRUGS!
Wear tie-dye or hippie vibes!
GOOD VIBES HEALTHY LIVES
THURSDAY • OCT. 29
SOCK IT TO DRUGS!
Wear crazy, mismatched, or fun socks!
GOOD CHOICES FIT BETTER!
FRIDAY • OCT. 30
HOCUS POCUS, DRUGS AREN'T OUR FOCUS!
Wear a school appropriate Halloween costume!
Be Kind
Be Brave
Be Drug Free!
Be Your Best Self!
CHOOSE KINDNESS.
CHOOSE A HEALTHY YOU.
CHOOSE TO BE DRUG FREE!
Good Choices
Brighter Tomorrows
❤️ ❤️ ❤️
Clarke Middle School Algebra Scores Skyrocket
Please see the news story below about our student's algebra success!
https://kvia.com/news/education/2026/10/09/clarke-middle-school-algebra-scores-skyrocket/
A new way to stay connected with #TeamSISD!
Socorro ISD is proud to launch the Team SISD Senior Pass this new school year for eligible residents aged 65 and older. The pass provides complimentary admission for senior citizens who reside in the district to eligible SISD-hosted athletic events and fine arts performances throughout the year.
Read more: https://sisd.net/article/3053155
How it Works: https://www.sisd.net/o/sisd/page/seniorpass
Socorro ISD is proud to launch the Team SISD Senior Pass this new school year for eligible residents aged 65 and older. The pass provides complimentary admission for senior citizens who reside in the district to eligible SISD-hosted athletic events and fine arts performances throughout the year.
Read more: https://sisd.net/article/3053155
How it Works: https://www.sisd.net/o/sisd/page/seniorpass
Join the Child Nutrition Services Advisory Committee! Help shape the future of school meals for the 2026-2027 school year.
Be part of the decision-making process as we explore new menu selections, gather feedback, and ensure our meals are nutritious, delicious, and student-approved.
Email mplace01@sisd.net for more information.
Help protect human rights.
STOP HUMAN TRAFFICKING
Join us to discuss and learn all the signs and what can be done to help promote your student's personal safety!
WHEN: SEPTEMBER 24TH
TIME: 2:30PM
WHERE: CLARKE'S LIBRARY
Free dress for your student if you join us!
The 2026 Federal Impact Aid Survey is now available. This survey helps support and provide federal funding for district programs, services, and opportunities that benefit our students. Begin filling out the form by logging into your Skyward Family Access portal.
See our Federal Impact Aid Survey Flyer for more details.
Chick Fil-A Spirit Night
Chick-Fil-A Rojas
1335 N Zaragoza Rd,
El Paso, TX 79936
Capt. Walter E. Clarke Middle School
Sept. 22, 2026
3-8 pm
When ordering through Dine In or Drive Thru, please let our Team Member know the Name of Your School BEFORE placing your order.
Using the app? Use Code*: SPIRIT
*case sensitive
Support your school & order through your Chick-fil-A app, select Support Community Care Event before submitting your order.
For every 25 mobile app orders, your school fundraiser will receive an additional $50!
After downloading, ♥ our restaurant
Promotion can only be within your school community before the event. You may greet your community by waving, posters will be allowed but may NOT state “Mention us...”
We reserve the right to cancel your night if your members promote on CFA property the day of the event.
8th Grade Parent Meeting
Mandatory to attend for all 8th grade
parents/guardians. This meeting will
frontload all the expectations for this year.
Es obligatorio que asistan todos los padres/
tutores de alumnos de 8 grado. En esta reunion
se expondran todas las expectatias para este ano.
September 10, 2026
5:30pm Clarke Gym
Featuring EPCC
Dual Credit
Double the Credit
Half the Time
Zero Tuition
Volunteers Needed- Be a Part of the Cowboy Way
Your Support Makes a Difference
Volunteer Registration is Now Open!
Please Note: All parents who wish to volunteer must complete both a background check and volunteer orientation each school year, even if they volunteered previously.
Thank you for your support and commitment to our students and school community!
Keep an eye out for information about our first orientation.
How to join us
*Visit SISD website/scan QR code
www.sisd.net
*Fill the form
*Apply and wait for orientation dates
Kathryn Rueda
kathrynrueda@sisd.net
Open House
7/23/26
4:30pm - 6:30pm
Come walk the schedule
Buy a spirit shirt
(cash only)
Meet your teachers
Baseball & Softball Try-Outs
7th and 8th Grade
July 27th to July 31st
3:45pm - 5:30pm
You must have a:
*Physical
*SB12 Forms
*Rank One Online Forms
*Must be completed to try out
Baseball: Coach Portillo & Coach Gutierrez
lporti07@sisd.net agutie23@sisd.net
Boys & Girls Soccer Try-Outs
7th and 8th Grade
July 27th to July 31st
3:45pm - 5:30pm
You must have a:
*Physical
*SB12 Forms
*Rank One Online Forms
Must be completed to try out
Boys Soccer- Coach Espinoza - aespin11@sisd.net
Girls Soccer- Coach Vicencio - vviven@sisd.net
Athletic Physicals for the upcoming 26-27 School Year
$20 Cash Only
Everyone in our community is welcomed
When: Wednesday, July 22nd, 2026
Time: 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Where: Clarke Middle School Gym
We will help you with:
*Physicals
*Rank One
*SB12 forms
*Questions regarding athletics
Questions: please contact Coach Castillo at vqueza01@sisd.net
Girl Scouts of the Desert Southwest, Southern New Mexico & West Texas
After School Program
Mondays
April 6- June 1
3:30pm - 5:00pm
In the Clarke Library
Looking for Your Next Adventure?
Build confidence
Make friends
Lead
Dream big and learn how to spend, save, and plan for the future like a boss
Girls Mean Business:
Financial Literacy Program
*Dream up your future career
*Learn smart money moves
*Build your own dream budget
*Discover your spending style
*Set goals for your future
*Fun activities with friends
Register here:
https://fs16.formsite.com/gsdsw/GirlRegInSchool/index
Contact: Ms. Rueda
kathryn.rueda@sisd.net
Walter E. Clarke Middle School
Open House
Monday, March 30, 2026
4:30pm- 6:30pm
1515 Bob Hope Dr.
El Paso, TX 79936
*Meet the teachers
*Ask questions
*Register for next year
*Vaccine clinic
*Free haircuts for students
For more info: 915-937-5600
Capt. Walter E. Clarke Middle School
2026-2027 Student Online Registration
Opens March 2, 2026
www.sisd.net/enrollment
Why register early?
Early registration helps us prepare accurate class lists, schedules, and staffing for next school year.
Let's show our Cowboys Pride!
How to register
visit: www.sisd.net/enrollment
Create a new or use an existing Skyward account
Need help?
Our team is ready to support
*Isela Hernandez (915)937-5608
iloya04@sisd.net
*Diana Toledano (915)937-5610
dtoled@sisd.net
Parents may visit the main office Monday - Friday
8am - 4pm for in-person assistance
Registration incentives
*Free dress for the entire month of May for students registered by 3/31
*Movie party for any grade with 100% completed registration
*Pizza party to the first three 1st period classes to reach 100% completed registration
Do you have all your vaccines for middle school registration?
Vaccine Clinic
March 30, 2026
Capt. Walter E. Clarke Middle School
1515 Bob Hope Drive
Starts at 1:00pm
Ends at 6:00pm
Which vaccines will be available? Tdap. MCV4. HPV. & MMR.
Please bring your current vaccine record
Parent/Guardian must be present for vaccination
Hosted by City of El Paso Public Health