ChazNollette

Clarkston, WA – Outstanding ninth through twelfth-grade music students from Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming have received top honors by being selected to participate in our Biennial NAfME All-Northwest Ensembles. Chaz Nollette from Clarkston High School will join more than 1500 other outstanding young performers in Spokane for this gala event during the 2025 National Association for Music Education Northwest Division Conference.

The All-Northwest Bands, Choirs, and Orchestra, as well as the Washington Music Educators Association All-State Band, Choir, and Orchestra, will perform on Saturday, February 15, 2025. These outstanding musicians will rehearse together under the direction of outstanding music educators and present a final concert that afternoon. 3000 students auditioned to participate in this prestigious event sponsored by the WMEA.

Many professional musicians credit their All-State or All-Northwest experience with helping them choose music as a career. Thousands of others whose career paths took them in other directions have great memories of participating in this inspiring and motivating musical experience and claim that it was a life-changing experience for them. 

Well-known Washingtonians who have participated in past years’ WMEA All-State groups include The Seattle Post-Intelligencer’s Pulitzer Prize-winning editorial cartoonist and columnist David Horsey, 2008 National Teacher of the Year Andrea Peterson, and jazz saxophonist Kenny G. 

For more information, please contact: Greg Kolar: Clarkston High School, 509-769-5581, kolarg@csdk12.org: Chaz Nollette, trumpet: All-Northwest Wind Symphony.


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Clarkston, WA – On the morning of Friday, November 15th, over two hundred 4th-grade students from the Clarkston School District, Holy Family Catholic School, and Cornerstone Christian School will attend the 23rd annual Career Development Conference. This event, hosted by Clarkston DECA, will take place at the Clarkston High School Auditorium and is open to the public. The conference is designed to teach the 4th-grade students about entrepreneurship, running a business, and the careers available to them in entrepreneurship. 

Before the conference, Clarkston DECA members worked with the 4th-grade students and helped them design their businesses to open hypothetically. The 4th-grade students worked with partners or alone and were assisted by teachers, parents, and DECA chapter members. Ember Dugger, Sydnee Morscheck, and Kamryn Forsmann are the coordinators of this project. 

Selected business plans students have created will be awarded titles such as Best in Pets, Best in Hospitality, Best in Service, etc. All students will receive a certificate for completing a business project, and students with awarded business plans will receive a medal. At the conference, 4th-grade students and DECA members will attend business workshops hosted by local entrepreneurs: Hollie Williams of “The Tin Can Co.” Aubrey Michnal of “Bravas,” Wendy Ostermiller of “Fur Family Cinemas” and D’Lynn Ottmar with the Tri-State Hospital Foundation.

Parents, family members, and community members are invited and encouraged to attend the conference.


November 15th Agenda             

Auditorium
Opening: 9:15-9:30

Workshops: 
9:35 - 9:47
9:50 – 10:02
10:05 - 10:17
10:20 - 10:32

Auditorium
Awards: 10:40-10:55


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Clarkston, WA — The Clarkston FFA Chapter is excited to announce its upcoming "Stock the Trailer" community event aimed at supporting those in need during the holiday season. The drive will take place on Saturday, November 16th, from 10 AM to 4 PM at Walmart in Clarkston.

Local residents are invited to join Clarkston FFA members as they collect non-perishable food items, personal hygiene, clothing, toys, and other essential donations. The contributions will be distributed to two vital community organizations:

• Asotin County Food Bank: Donations of non-perishable food items and personal care items will help stock the shelves of the food bank, providing crucial support for individuals and families facing food insecurity this winter. 
• Homes for Hope: Christmas gifts for local foster care children aged newborn to 17 will be collected and donated to Homes for Hope, an organization dedicated to assisting foster children.

“We are grateful for the opportunity to come together as a community and make a positive impact,” said Raylie Fleishman. “Stock the Trailer is an important event for us because it helps bring comfort and joy to families during the holiday season, and we appreciate everyone’s generous support.”

How to Participate:

• When: Saturday, November 16, 2024, from 10 AM to 4 PM
• Where: Walmart Parking Lot, Clarkston, WA
• What to Bring: Non-perishable food items (canned goods, boxed meals, pasta, etc.), new clothing (all sizes), and toys.

Every donation, big or small, can make a difference. The Clarkston FFA Chapter encourages everyone to come out, meet the volunteers, and help us "Stock the Trailer" for a great cause.

For more information about the event, please contact Cami Browne at 509-758-5591 or brownec@csdk12.org.

About Clarkston FFA

Clarkston FFA is a youth organization dedicated to preparing members for leadership and careers in the science, business, and technology of agriculture. Through events like "Stock the Trailer," members gain valuable experience in community service, teamwork, and leadership.


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Race for Your Future

Clarkston, WA—On November 6, 2024, Clarkston DECA, FCCLA, and Gear-Up will host a College Fair for Clarkston High School students from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. in the Clarkston High School cafeteria with many significant post-secondary opportunities.

Area colleges: Walla Walla Community College, Washington State University, Boise State University, Eastern Oregon University, Lewis Clark State College, University of Idaho, Eastern Washington University, Idaho State University, Central Washington University, and military branches and others will have representatives available to provide information and answer any questions about the school, courses offered, and future opportunities. The College Fair also holds multiple breakout sessions on financial aid and financial planning, FAFSA, and budgeting to help students manage their money and plan their future.

Clarkston DECA will host the Race for Your Future booth, manned by Keegan Heath, Jesse Delane, and Jacob Rinard, fourth-year DECA members. Students who visit the DECA booth will have the opportunity to participate in financial literacy trivia and win prizes. Gear-Up will also provide pizza and refreshments.


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Clarkston, WA--Clarkston High School ASB is excited to announce its upcoming event, “Dig for the Throne” Volleyball Tournament, to be held on November 9th at Clarkston High School. This community event will bring together student clubs and sports teams in a friendly yet competitive tournament, all in the spirit of school pride and sportsmanship to help raise funds for Golden Throne. The event will take place at 6:00 p.m. in the Clarkston High School gym.

In addition to the action on the court, the tournament will feature a range of exciting opportunities for spectators and participants alike. Concessions will be available throughout the event, with a variety of snacks and beverages to enjoy. Attendees will also have a chance to show their support by donating to Golden Throne charities and purchasing official Bantam apparel to show off their school spirit.

The Clarkston High School ASB invites the entire community to come out and cheer on the teams as they battle for the title. Don’t miss the chance to support your favorite club or team and to participate in the lively school spirit that Clarkston High School is known for!

Event Details:

• What: “Dig for the Throne” Volleyball Tournament
• When: November 9th, 6:00 p.m.
• Where: Clarkston High School Gym
• Features: Volleyball Tournament, Concessions, Donations, and Bantam apparel sales

Contact Clarkston High School at (509) 758-5591 for more information.


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