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Bits 'n Pieces
How blessed am I to get to mourn in this way, To grieve for the loss of a bright yesterday, To not have to wonder where he's gone or has been, To imagine his new form, running free once again,...
Bits 'n Pieces
There are many amazing people that have been impacted by Clay Central/Everly as a school system over many years. Students, staff and community members from the entire district have proudly been a...
Mavericks tiptoe through the tulips in OC
Last week students at Clay Central/Everly Elementary were treated to a field trip to beautiful Orange City The Mavericks' first stop was Northwestern College for a campus tour. Students were split...
CC/E Elementary students 'graduate'
On Tuesday, Clay Central/Everly sixth graders were honored with a "graduation" ceremony on the Royal stage. Parents, guardians, family members, friends, staff and fellow schoolmates attended the...
CC/E students root on the Twins
Last week the sixth grade class of Clay Central/Everly was treated to a fun excursion in the big city as they attended a Minnesota Twins game in Minneapolis. The class was excited to partake in the...
CC/E students enjoy the Great Outdoors
Clay Central/Everly Elementary's outdoor classroom day was a huge success and a whole lot of fun May 10. From hands-on learning to educational exploration, to peer leadership and teamwork, students...
Mavericks turn out the tunes
From start to finish, the Clay Central/Everly Spring Fling concert event was filled with sights and sounds to behold. CC/E music/band instructor Crystal Bunge led her musicians through a performance...
Tree planting and litter pickup at CC/E
The Royal Lions Club last week gifted Clay Central/Everly Elementary a new crimson spire oak tree for the students and school. Children gathered around Royal mayor and Lions Club representative, Josh...
'Lettuce Grow' at CC/E
An opportunity was brought to Clay Central/Everly's attention by state Rep. Megan Jones about the company Lettuce Grow giving away their Farmstands to K-12 schools. Jones partnered with CC/E's fifth...
Easter Bunny visits Royal
Royal Community Action's annual Easter egg hunt found new egg-hiding grounds in the Clay Central/Everly school building on Saturday thanks to overnight snow accumulation. Utilizing the gym, music...
Daddies, daughters bond at dance
Clay Central/Everly hosted its inaugural Daddy/Daughter Dance last Sunday, which was themed "Under the Sea". The event was open to the public and hosted at Hap Ketelsen Community Center in Everly....
Nerf battle makes memories
Clay Central/Everly Elementary has been on its A-game recently hosting fun and entertaining events for students, their families and the public. Recently, the school held the Mother-Son Nerf Battle...
EHM fundraiser lets it loose
From delicious hors d'oeuvres to engaging performances, the Everly Heritage Museum's Mardi Gras on Main fundraiser concert was a success on every level. Guests were treated to a variety of selections...
Family Fun and STEM
Clay Central/Everly Elementary recently hosted the second round of Family Fun Nights. The evening consisted of a meal, a Leader in Me presentation by Director of Student Services Michelle Huntress,...
CC/E students having busy winter
Lockers come to life at CC/E Elementary Hallways at Clay Central/Everly have been refreshed with the newest Leader in Me project – Living Lockers. Lockers are displaying an updated photo of each...
Critters crawl into CC/E
Clay Central/Everly Elementary had a few creepy crawly guests of honor visit on Monday. Librarian Iesha Toft invited Clay County Conservation's AmeriCorps aide Brooklynn Wille to join all library...
Come on down!
Class may have started late last Friday at Clay Central/Everly Elementary due to winter weather, but conditions were just right for an all-school assembly at the end of the day with some excitement....
Better late than never
Christmas break caused a bit of a hiccup in Clay Central/Everly's winter schedule. Unfortunately, that meant holding off on the annual holiday music program until classes resumed in January. Students...
Winter Tea tradition revived at Clay Central/Everly
A once-defunct Clay Central/Everly Elementary tradition was brought back to life this month – the Maverick Winter Tea. Former CC/E teacher Lynn Cronk hosted this festive event for more than two...
CC/E holds Leader-in-Me ribbon cutting
Clay Central/Everly Elementary on Nov. 16 hosted state Rep. Megan Jones (R-Sioux Rapids) for a Leader-in-Me ribbon cutting assembly. CC/E Director of Student Services Michelle Huntress kicked off the...
CC/E students get out the vote
Clay Central/Everly's 4-6 grade students recently learned what it takes to run for office, as they geared up to run for student council. Royal Mayor Josh Toft came to the school to discuss how...
Royal Fire Department teaches CC/E elementary students about fire safety
October boasts a myriad of events that gain our attention: Full moons, harvest, Halloween, Homecomings and autumn in all of its beauty. However, there is one week of the month that deserves pause for...
Meet a Maverick: Sarah Rutt
A new school year is well under way at Clay Central/Everly Elementary school, which means it's about time we introduce you to new staff members in "Meet a Maverick." First up is our CC/E second grade...
Bits 'n Pieces
Every year I write about the fair and how amazing it is. How cherished and beloved it remains. How you'll be hard-pressed to find something that captivates nearly every fair-goer and entices every...
Bits 'N Pieces
Hello, friends! It's been a few weeks since I last wrote you, as I have been busy making the most of our final summer days before school started. Now we are full swing into the school year and before...
