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🎒📚 The countdown is on! A new school year brings fresh beginnings, new adventures, and countless memories waiting to be made. We can't wait to welcome our students back and make 2026–2027 a year to remember! 💛🍎

Mark your calendars and get ready, LCSD! Back to school is almost here!

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Welcome to Clarkdale Elementary

Welcome to Clarkdale Elementary School. Since 1934, Clarkdale  has been dedicated to providing the very best education to our students. Throughout our proud history, Clarkdale has been a place where students are intellectually challenged, engaged, and curious about the world in which they live. Our students are compassionate, creative, and filled with desire to meet new challenges and pursue creative paths to solutions.
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At A Glance

  • A District's Grade Rating
  • 97.3% Graduation Rate
  • $5 Million in Scholarships Awarded
  • 57 National Board Certified Teachers
  • 74.6% Post-Secondary Enrollment
  • 18.2 Average Composite LCSD ACT score
  • 82.9% Experienced Teachers
  • 50.9% Bachelor Degree Recipients
  • 44.9% Master Degree Recipients
  • 99.2% Pass Rate for Dual Credit Enrollment
  • 97.4% LCSD Pass Rate for Third Grade Reading Assessment
  • 68.1% score Silver & Higher on ACT WorkKeys

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Back-to-School Dates to Remember

Back-to-School Details

🎒📚 The countdown is on! A new school year brings fresh beginnings, new adventures, and countless memories waiting to be made. We can't wait to welcome our students back and make 2026–2027 a year to remember! 💛🍎

Mark your calendars and get ready, LCSD! Back to school is almost here!
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Back-to-School Memories: Clarkdale Administrators

🎒📚 Before they were leading our schools, they were students just like you! Click on the attached link to take a fun trip down memory lane with our Northeast Zone leaders as they reminisce about their favorite back-to-school moments. Now, the countdown is on! A new school year is just around the corner, and there's a whole new year of memories waiting to be made. Let the adventure begin! ✏️🍎
Teacher Convocation Parking & Shuttle Information

Teacher Convocation Parking & Shuttle Information

We're excited to welcome all of our teachers back for the 2026 Back-to-School Convocation! Before you arrive, please take a moment to watch the attached short video for important parking information, including details about free downtown parking and complimentary trolley and shuttle service provided by the City of Meridian. Thank you to the City of Meridian for helping make parking easy for our team. We can't wait to kick off an amazing 2026–2027 school year with you!
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IMPORTANT: Mississippi's New School Attendance Law

Starting this school year, a new attendance law is in effect in Mississippi. It's important for every parent, guardian, and student to understand what has changed. The attached video provides an overview of the new law and what it means for families. Student success starts with attendance.
LCSD Jingle Shoot

A Little Musical Magic!:What Makes LCSD Extra Special! ✨

Just in time for the new school year, some of our elementary students are reminding us what makes the LCSD so special! We’re counting down to a fantastic new school year, and we can’t wait to make some music and memories together!
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Who We Are

Our amazing teachers work hard to create an exceptional learning environment for students. As a result, our school has been recognized not only for excellent teaching and learning, but also for outstanding student achievement and growth.

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