Kenwood High School Students named ‘Volunteers of the Year’ for 2013 Rivers and Spires Festival
May 28, 2013
Clarksville, TN – The Rivers and Spires Festival is pleased to recognize Kenwood High School as the Clarksville-Montgomery County School with the most student volunteers working at the 2013 Festival.
The students were presented with a trophy and certificate recognizing their commitment to the community-driven event. The school boasted 34 volunteers this year, ten more than the second place school, with several of them coming from their JROTC program.
Rivers and Spires Festival names Kenwood High School Students ‘Volunteers of the Year’
Clarksville Montgomery County School System celebrated High School Graduation
May 28, 2013
Clarksville, TN – On Thursday, May 23rd, Montgomery Central High School graduated 194 students in a ceremony held at Austin Peay State University’s Dunn Center. Family and friends of the students gathered to watch as they walked across the stage to pick up their diplomas.
2013 Montgomery Central High School Graduation
Clarksville-Montgomery County School System gets Grant to Cover Dual Enrollment Costs for STEM Academy, Middle College Students
May 22, 2013
Nashville, TN – The Clarksville-Montgomery County School System has received a $40,000 grant to pay for STEM Academy and Middle College High School’s students’ fees for dual enrollment in college courses.
The Tennessee College Access and Success Network awarded a total of $412,426 this week to six schools, two higher education institutions and four nonprofits in its third annual grant competition, raising the total amount of Race to the Top funds awarded by the Network to more than $1.6 million. [Read more]
Clarksville Foundry and Local Artist Showcase History in Sculpture Exhibit at Customs House Museum
May 20, 2013
Clarksville, TN — It may be unusual for an artist and an iron foundry president to join together in a unique cultural endeavor. Then again, there is nothing usual about Clarksville sculptor Mike Andrews‘ “New Old Stock” exhibit at the Customs House Museum and Cultural Center.
The relationship between Andrews and the Clarksville Foundry began in 1983 after he visited the historic manufacturing company as a student of Tennessee artist Olen Bryant.
35th Annual Queen City Road Race is this Saturday
May 1, 2013
Clarksville, TN – The 35th Annual Queen City Road Race, scheduled for this Saturday, May 4th, is quickly approaching. Be aware that as the 5K and 7K race routes take runners through the streets of Historic Downtown Clarksville, there will be several road closures to accommodate the safety of the runners.
The south bound lane of North 2nd Street to Main Street will be closed as well as the eastbound lane of College Street, and University Avenue to 8th Street. Additional closures include Summer Street, Henry Street and the Dunn Center parking lot on the side facing Governors Stadium. [Read more]
Queen City Road Race early bird registration deadline is April 19th
April 13, 2013
Clarksville, TN – The 35th Annual Queen City Road Race will be Saturday, May 4th. Registration is going on now.
The Queen City Road Race event is a Clarksville tradition promoting fitness and fun for all ages. The 7K and 5K race route takes runners through the streets of Historic Downtown Clarksville, beginning and ending at Austin Peay State University’s Governors Stadium, while the One Mile Movement takes you on an exciting tour of a portion of the APSU campus.
For over thirty years, hundreds of Clarksville-Montgomery County and Fort Campbell school students, teachers and family members have participated in this Clarksville tradition.
Queen City Road Race, Clarksville TN.
Clarksville Montgomery County School System needs Volunteers to Help Proctor TCAP Exams
April 11, 2013
Join Volunteer Clarksville and Celebrate Knowledge Week April 22nd-26th, 2013
Clarksville, TN – With TCAP testing less than two weeks away, Clarksville Montgomery County Schools are in great need of volunteer proctors. Hundreds of volunteers are still needed during testing week held April 22nd-26th, 2013.
Be generous with your time and support our kids, teachers and schools by volunteering. There are many opportunities to help out.
Volunteers can choose from a variety of school locations and days. [Read more]
Rivers and Spires Festival seeking Volunteers
April 5, 2013
Clarksville, TN – The award-winning Rivers and Spires Festival is a community driven event that is organized by hundreds of dedicated volunteers each year. But, in order to be successful, we need your support!
With over 600 volunteer positions to fill, there are plenty of opportunities to get involved.
Volunteers needed for the 2013 Rivers and Spires Festival.
Kenwood Elementary School hosts Pennies for Pets Project
March 25, 2013
Montgomery County, TN – Montgomery County Animal Control received a wonderful donation from Kenwood Elementary School on Friday, March 22nd.
The school’s Beta Club led the effort, called Pennies for Pets, a three week long service project to help raise money, awareness about animals and collect supplies all benefitting Montgomery County Animal Control.
(Far left standing) Stacy Rogers, KES Attendance Secretary; Christie Prescott, Beta Club Sponsor, with Madison the dog; Rachel Torres, Animal Control; Tim Clifton, Animal Control director. (Next row far left) Dylan Varney, Jumaire Ferrer, Sean Bouma, Yamilet Chavez-Tavera, DeShayla McDuffie. (Front row left) Jade Irwin, Katrina Shackelford, Sydney Boykin.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for March 24th, 2013
March 24, 2013
Clarksville, TN – The weekly Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department Recreation Report provides Clarksvillians with a glimpse at the activities and events that are available from the Parks and Recreation Department for them to enjoy together as a family.
This weeks highlights include:
- School is out, come play!
- 2013 Spring Eggstravaganza!
- Traditional Karate classes underway
- Queen City Road Race
