The Hartley Sentinel-The Everly/Royal News - Serving O'Brien & Clay Counties

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 part of this school family for decades, and have cheered "Go Mavericks!" together in unity through the good times and the bad times.

CC/E has had its fair share of struggles – you might even call some of the unfortunate events forest fires. Despite those struggles, patrons have rallied together to maintain the school system, and for that, they are grateful.

The one beautiful thing about a forest fire is the rebirth after one occurs. What may look like ashes and dark devastation is truly the foundation for better growth in the future.

CC/E as a PK-6 grade school is rebuilt, rebranded and reaffirmed. What former alumni recall in sweet nostalgia is still there! They have jumped the hurdles, planted the seeds, and are facilitating leadership on a foundation that is strong and fierce in their mission.

Let them ease your mind – this school is going to exist for a very long time with strong leadership, strong teachers, dedicated families and supportive community members. They are grateful for all of you who continue to believe in the district and support CC/E.

Let them reaffirm to you their strengths – they have worked incredibly hard to be a great place for children to learn!

The school spirit that you know and love has a heartbeat again, friends!

Together, let's keep cheering: "Go Mavericks!" Together, we are strong!

Sentinel-News contributor Iesha Toft lives in Royal.