Today Chloe M. was honored by the DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution) Sheridan Chapter with one of the Good Citizen Awards. Each high school can nominate a student for the award and scholarship. Her essay is a winner for our county and has moved on to the regional competition. Hopefully the essay will advance on to the state level and onward to nationals. Congratulations Chloe for this award and advancing with your essay! We are proud of you!
I’m writing to let you know that we currently have four MacBook Pro laptops listed for sale as surplus on PublicSurplus.com. These devices are available for public bidding, and we want to make our stakeholders and community partners aware of the opportunity.
Below are the details for each listing:
📌 Surplus MacBook Pro Auctions
Auction #3952822 – https://www.publicsurplus.com/sms/all,wy/auction/view?auc=3952822
Auction #3952824 – https://www.publicsurplus.com/sms/all,wy/auction/view?auc=3952824
Auction #3952825 – https://www.publicsurplus.com/sms/all,wy/auction/view?auc=3952825
Auction #3952826 – https://www.publicsurplus.com/sms/all,wy/auction/view?auc=3952826
These listings are being hosted on PublicSurplus, the state’s government surplus auction platform. Each item is being sold as-is and will need to be picked up by the winning bidder following purchase.
Let me know if you have any questions or need more information about the auction process.
Below are the details for each listing:
📌 Surplus MacBook Pro Auctions
Auction #3952822 – https://www.publicsurplus.com/sms/all,wy/auction/view?auc=3952822
Auction #3952824 – https://www.publicsurplus.com/sms/all,wy/auction/view?auc=3952824
Auction #3952825 – https://www.publicsurplus.com/sms/all,wy/auction/view?auc=3952825
Auction #3952826 – https://www.publicsurplus.com/sms/all,wy/auction/view?auc=3952826
These listings are being hosted on PublicSurplus, the state’s government surplus auction platform. Each item is being sold as-is and will need to be picked up by the winning bidder following purchase.
Let me know if you have any questions or need more information about the auction process.
We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to Brenda Michelena for her many years of dedicated service to Arvada-Clearmont! Your commitment, care, and impact on our students and community have truly made a difference. You will be greatly missed, but we are so proud of you and wish you a fantastic and well-deserved retirement! 💙
If you are interested in completing the remaining months of one of the vacant 4-Year Board of Trustees terms, both of which end on November 30, 2026, please submit a Letter of Interest to the Board of Trustees no later than 5:00 p.m. on March 4, 2026.
Our final pep band of the year will be tomorrow during the high school basketball games! Community members are welcome to come play with the band. We hope to see you there!
#PantherMusic #PepBand #Music #ACMusic
#PantherMusic #PepBand #Music #ACMusic
Panther Community:
Earlier this week, school leadership met with a group of Clearmont community members to discuss the future of our K–12 library and to develop a clear, sustainable path forward. We appreciate the constructive spirit of that conversation and the shared commitment to strengthening literacy support and access for our students.
Moving forward, we are building a school-owned library collection designed to directly support student learning and instructional needs. This work includes reviewing previously owned SCSD#3 books, thoughtfully curating appropriate existing materials, and developing a school-created list of titles aligned with curriculum, student interest, and age appropriateness. We will accept monetary donations to support the purchase of new books and will also welcome new book donations when they align with the school-created list to ensure quality and consistency. In addition to community support, the district is committing to a planned investment of $6,000 per year for the next three years to strengthen and expand the collection. Our team will continue collaborating with community members both in resource procurement and in operational planning to ensure the library reflects student needs and community values.
Beyond building the collection itself, our goal is to create meaningful, structured literacy access within the school day. For elementary students, we will work to incorporate a designated weekly library time—at least 30 minutes per week—into next year’s master schedule. During that time, students would learn how the library is organized, practice locating materials, explore texts independently, and check out books to take home. For older students, we intend to designate time during the school day when a staff member or trained adult is available to assist with navigating library resources, locating coursework-aligned materials, and using the space for research or quiet reading.
Staffing assignments will depend on other building responsibilities, and these adjustments will require careful coordination. Implementation will not be immediate, but we will make a deliberate effort to incorporate these changes into next year’s master schedule in a way that is realistic and sustainable.
We will continue our partnership with the Sheridan County Public Library and maintain a rotating collection of 50–100 high-interest titles at Clearmont. Students will continue to have the ability to check out books through our school library, access public library materials housed within our building, visit the Clearmont Branch, and request books from libraries across the state. This partnership significantly expands the reading opportunities available to our students.
In addition, we will establish a “Free Library” at the school for students, staff, and community members. Books not catalogued into the formal school collection will be available on a take-one, leave-one basis, and we will continue building this offering over time. Beginning this year, we also commit to providing at least one annual literacy engagement opportunity for students, such as a school-sponsored book fair or a field trip to a larger community or regional library. The format may vary each year based on logistics and available resources.
Our focus is clear: building a strong, sustainable library resource that supports literacy growth, expands access to books, and provides meaningful learning opportunities for Clearmont students. We are grateful to the community members who have engaged in this process and look forward to continuing this work together.
Chase Christensen
Earlier this week, school leadership met with a group of Clearmont community members to discuss the future of our K–12 library and to develop a clear, sustainable path forward. We appreciate the constructive spirit of that conversation and the shared commitment to strengthening literacy support and access for our students.
Moving forward, we are building a school-owned library collection designed to directly support student learning and instructional needs. This work includes reviewing previously owned SCSD#3 books, thoughtfully curating appropriate existing materials, and developing a school-created list of titles aligned with curriculum, student interest, and age appropriateness. We will accept monetary donations to support the purchase of new books and will also welcome new book donations when they align with the school-created list to ensure quality and consistency. In addition to community support, the district is committing to a planned investment of $6,000 per year for the next three years to strengthen and expand the collection. Our team will continue collaborating with community members both in resource procurement and in operational planning to ensure the library reflects student needs and community values.
Beyond building the collection itself, our goal is to create meaningful, structured literacy access within the school day. For elementary students, we will work to incorporate a designated weekly library time—at least 30 minutes per week—into next year’s master schedule. During that time, students would learn how the library is organized, practice locating materials, explore texts independently, and check out books to take home. For older students, we intend to designate time during the school day when a staff member or trained adult is available to assist with navigating library resources, locating coursework-aligned materials, and using the space for research or quiet reading.
Staffing assignments will depend on other building responsibilities, and these adjustments will require careful coordination. Implementation will not be immediate, but we will make a deliberate effort to incorporate these changes into next year’s master schedule in a way that is realistic and sustainable.
We will continue our partnership with the Sheridan County Public Library and maintain a rotating collection of 50–100 high-interest titles at Clearmont. Students will continue to have the ability to check out books through our school library, access public library materials housed within our building, visit the Clearmont Branch, and request books from libraries across the state. This partnership significantly expands the reading opportunities available to our students.
In addition, we will establish a “Free Library” at the school for students, staff, and community members. Books not catalogued into the formal school collection will be available on a take-one, leave-one basis, and we will continue building this offering over time. Beginning this year, we also commit to providing at least one annual literacy engagement opportunity for students, such as a school-sponsored book fair or a field trip to a larger community or regional library. The format may vary each year based on logistics and available resources.
Our focus is clear: building a strong, sustainable library resource that supports literacy growth, expands access to books, and provides meaningful learning opportunities for Clearmont students. We are grateful to the community members who have engaged in this process and look forward to continuing this work together.
Chase Christensen
We Want Your Input!
Our Life Skills Committee has been hard at work identifying the skills every SCSD3 student should have to succeed after graduation—like leadership, problem-solving, confidence, communication, and goal setting.
After reviewing several curriculum options, the committee is recommending Leader in Me, a K–12 program from FranklinCovey that builds leadership, accountability, and collaboration, with strong connections to CTE and family involvement.
📅 Join us!
An informational session will be held Wednesday, February 18th at 6:15.
Your voice matters—come learn more and share your thoughts!
Our Life Skills Committee has been hard at work identifying the skills every SCSD3 student should have to succeed after graduation—like leadership, problem-solving, confidence, communication, and goal setting.
After reviewing several curriculum options, the committee is recommending Leader in Me, a K–12 program from FranklinCovey that builds leadership, accountability, and collaboration, with strong connections to CTE and family involvement.
📅 Join us!
An informational session will be held Wednesday, February 18th at 6:15.
Your voice matters—come learn more and share your thoughts!
February Counselor Newsletter!
🎉 Congratulations, Panthers! 🎉
A huge shoutout to all the students who made the Board of Trustees 3.5 Honor Roll and the 3.0 Honor Roll for the 1st Semester of the 2025–2026 school year!
Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence have paid off—what a great accomplishment! Keep striving, keep growing, and keep making us proud. 💪📚👏
#PantherPride #HonorRoll #StudentSuccess
A huge shoutout to all the students who made the Board of Trustees 3.5 Honor Roll and the 3.0 Honor Roll for the 1st Semester of the 2025–2026 school year!
Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence have paid off—what a great accomplishment! Keep striving, keep growing, and keep making us proud. 💪📚👏
#PantherPride #HonorRoll #StudentSuccess
Join us for our monthly Community Lunch hosted by the SCSD #3 Team! This enjoyable event takes place on the first Wednesday of each month and offers an excellent opportunity to connect with neighbors, friends, staff, and students. Our next lunch date is scheduled for Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. Don’t miss out! Please refer to the attached flyer for more details and the delicious menu. We can’t wait to see you there!
Remember to RSVP by Thursday, February 26, 2026, before 12:00 Noon.
Remember to RSVP by Thursday, February 26, 2026, before 12:00 Noon.
Spirit Week is coming! February 16-19. Pep Assembly Thursday, Feb. 19 at 3:00pm Iin the gym. Show us your Panther Pride!
Are you ready for FFA Week?!
On January 31st, the National Honors Society inaugurated a new member! Ileigh Patterson showcases all 4 pillars of NHS beautifully. These four pillars being Character, Service, Leadership, and Scholarship. We were able to celebrate at Frackleton’s over a delicious dinner with Ileigh’s family, Chloe’s family, Mrs. McTaggart and Mr. Christensen. Congratulations Ileigh, we are so excited to see what you accomplish this year!
5th & 6th grades continue to work on teamwork today in ACES class. They built marshmallow/toothpick towers that they had designed. They had to include the use of squares and triangles in the tower, problem solve and then finish up with the "test "to see if the tower was the tallest in the room and could stand for at least 10 seconds. They did a great job!
Today was frog dissecting day in high school science—things got a little ribbit-ing! 🐸😂
The junior highers had fun in PE/Health today! 💪🩹 They practiced wrist neutralizing and thumb wraps as part of their injury care and prevention unit in Health.
It’s been a busy start to the second semester for the Clear Creek FFA members! With Proficiency and State Degree Applications being submitted, team practices in full swing, and students gearing up for FFA Week festivities in late February.
As part of this momentum into the spring semester, our Marketing Plan CDE team recently toured the Cross E Dairy Store in Sheridan, WY, gaining valuable, real-world insight into agricultural marketing and business operations. A special thank you to owner Christine Hampshire and School Board Chair Karis Prusak for sharing their knowledge and perspective with our students, and to coach Ashlea Bassett for leading this experience.
Alongside this experience, we had chapter officers — Wyatt Holland (Sentinel), Tessa Anderson (Reporter), and Brindle Vineyard (Parliamentarian) — who shared the accomplishments and progress our chapter has made so far this year on the Sheridan County Ag Update with Liz Kincaid at Sheridan Media.
✨ Stay tuned for their upcoming publication highlighting! ✨
As part of this momentum into the spring semester, our Marketing Plan CDE team recently toured the Cross E Dairy Store in Sheridan, WY, gaining valuable, real-world insight into agricultural marketing and business operations. A special thank you to owner Christine Hampshire and School Board Chair Karis Prusak for sharing their knowledge and perspective with our students, and to coach Ashlea Bassett for leading this experience.
Alongside this experience, we had chapter officers — Wyatt Holland (Sentinel), Tessa Anderson (Reporter), and Brindle Vineyard (Parliamentarian) — who shared the accomplishments and progress our chapter has made so far this year on the Sheridan County Ag Update with Liz Kincaid at Sheridan Media.
✨ Stay tuned for their upcoming publication highlighting! ✨
IMPORTANT DATE CHANGE:
The Recalibration Listening Session is now on Tuesday, February 3rd.
The Recalibration Listening Session is now on Tuesday, February 3rd.
Today was a special day for our 5th graders! After reading The River Between Us, students got to experience some of the Southern foods mentioned in the book. A huge thank you to Mr. Rohrer for cooking up an incredible spread of jambalaya, collard greens, fried okra, hush puppies, and beignets for dessert!
He also shared how each dish is made and talked about traditional foods from New Orleans. It was delicious, engaging, and an amazing way to bring reading to life!
I had the opportunity to provide testimony to the Recalibration Committee during their final two days of meetings in support of our district—just as I have at every committee meeting and professional judgment panel throughout this process.
We made some progress this week, and that matters. But the work is not finished.
I encourage you to read this article and then join us to learn more about:
• What recalibration means for our district
• How it could impact students, staff, and programs
• How you can still influence the final bill
• How and when to provide public comment going forward
📅 Please note: Our Board Listening Session has moved
🗓 February 3
⏰ 6:00 PM
Your voice matters in this process. I hope to see you there.
https://www.wyomingnews.com/news/local_news/recalibration-committee-recommends-bigger-classes-fewer-teachers/article_815269db-0a9c-42fd-a2e7-42cb3e9bc93c.html