The trip is starting to fill up, and limited space is left available. The original deadline was a little flexible, and parents can still sign their 8th graders up for this awesome opportunity to visit Universal Orlando.
Information about the Trip--
The cost will cover a 3 night stay at Springhill Suites, park admission for 3 days, breakfasts each morning, and a meal card for $100 that can be used in the parks and/or CityWalk. (Please note: the final cost of the trip is based on how many people are in a hotel room.) There will be a payment schedule available.
A deposit of $225 per person must be made by August 13 to reserve a spot. The registration link is provided below-
Link: https://travelleadersstudenttours.com/CLARKSHAW8thGRADEORLANDO2026
Remember, the trip deposit must be made by August 13th to reserve a spot for this trip. Space is limited, and we must have a total of 45 students and parent chaperones to make the trip happen. Parent chaperones will be expected to oversee their child and a very small group of students.
Once the trip minimum is fulfilled we will have a meeting with students and parent chaperones to discuss further details.
YouTube clip of Epic Universe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6VJPxemrw-k
YouTube Link Universal Orlando Resort: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7hMFjrtUt1c
⏰ The first class starts at 7:15. For Monday, August 11 ONLY, students will report to homeroom first when dismissed from the cafeteria or gym. Teachers will review schedules with students, and then we will follow our normal rotation.
🦅 Clear backpacks- clear purses or a small clutch size purse - are the only acceptable backpack on campus. If your child did not attend Meet the Teacher, he/she will receive his/her backpack during homeroom. This does not include lunchboxes.
🦅Lane 1 is closed in the morning and afternoon due to safety issues.
🦅 Teachers will ask if you have your child by using a thumbs up or down. Thumbs up means you do have your child; thumbs down means you do not.
🦅 Please follow the instructions of the teachers directing traffic. They are watching out for the safety of our students; they are also trying to move traffic along as quickly as possible.
🚗 Please do not block any driveways in the neighborhood. 🚗
🚸🚸An additional note: the first few weeks of school, the carline drop-off and pick-up may take extra time as everyone learns the procedures. Please be patient with the teachers directing traffic.🚸🚸
Clark-Shaw 8th Grade Class Trip to Universal Studios February 14-17, 2026
The cost will cover a 3 night stay at Springhill Suites, park admission for 3 days, breakfasts each morning, and a meal card for $100 that can be used in the parks and/or CityWalk. (Please note: the final cost of the trip is based on how many people are in a hotel room.) There will be a payment schedule available.
A deposit of $225 per person must be made by August 13 to reserve a spot. The registration link is provided below-
Link: https://travelleadersstudenttours.com/CLARKSHAW8thGRADEORLANDO2026
Remember, the trip deposit must be made by August 13th to reserve a spot for this trip. Space is limited, and we must have a total of 45 students and parent chaperones to make the trip happen. Parent chaperones will be expected to oversee their child and a very small group of students.
Once the trip minimum is fulfilled we will have a meeting with students and parent chaperones to discuss further details.
YouTube clip of Epic Universe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6VJPxemrw-k
YouTube Link Universal Orlando Resort: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7hMFjrtUt1c
The information is listed below if you need to review bus information for the 2025-2026 school year. We have also copied the link from MCPSS.
https://www.mcpss.com/o/mcps/page/bus-stop-information
(Look for information on magnet schools).
If you are unfamiliar with the bus routes for magnet school, please read below for some information and tips, especially the letter from transportation.
Clark-Shaw is the hub for all magnet school buses. This means all magnet school buses from zone schools come directly to Clark. When students are dismissed from the buses, our students will report to the cafeteria or their location for the morning time. Other magnet school students will board their bus for their school. You need to find your zone bus information for morning drop-off and afternoon pickup.
Bus Letter to Parents from the District (PDF link)-
https://aptg.co/BBRrSM
Bus Routes for Magnet Schools (PDF link)-
https://aptg.co/k4Tm2Y
Map for Bus Dismissal at Clark-Shaw (the buses will always be in the same row, but the order may vary based on their arrival time at Clark-Shaw) (PDF link)-
https://aptg.co/JrLTpX
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🎒 Students will be provided one clear backpack at Meet the Teacher on August 5.🎒
Backpacks must be completely clear. PE bags and athletic bags must also be clear.
Lunchboxes do not have to be clear but are subject to additional security screening.
Female students may carry a small purse or zipper pouch that is no larger than 5”x7”.
We have switched photography companies, so prepay envelopes will not be sent home this year. Proofs will be sent home a couple weeks after picture day, and parents can order the photos through Lifetouch if desired. A post will be made when the proofs are sent home.
Questions? Contact Mrs. Howell (yearbook advisor): ahowell3@mcpss.com
Email Coach July with any questions at djuly@mcpss.com
Parents, we will not be providing supplies at Meet the Teacher like we have been able to do in the past several years. Supply lists for each grade level are included.
Teachers may request other items in their syllabus at the beginning of the year.
We suggest keeping a small supply of school items at home to assist with any projects and/or homework assignments.
Parents who have completed on-campus registration may come, collect their child’s schedule, receive a clear book bag, and visit classrooms.
Parents who did NOT register their student during an on-campus registration will not be allowed to visit classrooms; their student will not have a schedule.
Note: The last on-campus registration is July 31 from 10 A.M.- 12:00 P.M.
Late registration will be July 31 from 10 am-12 pm. This is the final on-campus registration opportunity for parents.
Parents will need to bring their child’s final report card, $40 cash, COPIES of their proofs of residency, SS card, and picture ID.
**Having copies of all your documents will help speed the process up and reduce your wait time. Parents also need to verify you have completed the online registration part BEFORE coming to campus.
For more information on approved documents and the link to complete the online registration part, please visit MCPSS's website at https://mobilecountypsal.sites.thrillshare.com/page/enrollment
If you have questions, you may email Mrs. Reese at creese@mcpss.com or one of our admininstrators.
Please read for information from Mrs. Atchison regarding the Robotics Camp being held for preregistered incoming 6th grade students students who received an acceptance email from Mrs. Atchison.
If you have questions, please email Mrs. Atchison at abatchison@mcpss.com.
Each grade level has a math packet to complete as well.
You can find PDF copies listed below.
Summer Reading Lists
6th grade- https://5il.co/3gj2a
7th grade- https://5il.co/3gj2b
8th grade- https://5il.co/3gj2d
9th grade- https://5il.co/3gj2e
Math Packets
Students entering 6th grade- https://5il.co/3gm4p
Students entering 7th grade- https://5il.co/3gm4q
Students entering 8th grade- https://5il.co/3gm4r
Students entering 9th grade- Geometry- https://5il.co/3gm4o
