Clay County District Schools -

📢 Attention Parents and Guardians of 6th-8th Graders! The Len Mattiace Foundation, in partnership with Clay County District Schools, is hosting the "Stop the Bullying Campaign" Contest now through April 16th. There are $3,300 in cash awards to the best 15 projects from the Len Mattiace Foundation! To learn more about the contest, rules, and how to submit, please click here: https://www.lenmattiacefoundation.org/stb-clay-county

At today's monthly principal meeting, Clay Virtual Academy principal, Amanda Stilianou, recognized three high schools for their innovative partnership with CVA: Clay High, Keystone Heights Junior/Senior High, and Orange Park High. We are so proud of the collaborative spirit and dedication to student success shown by these schools! Additionally, Clay Virtual Academy staff members made a strong showing at the Florida Blended Online Learning Discovery (FLBOLD) Symposium in February and took home several awards! Way to go, CVA! #ClaySchools #Partnership #Innovation #VirtualLearning

Reminder | Monday, March 24th, is a teacher planning day (student holiday). We look forward to welcoming back students on Tuesday, March 25th, for the final nine weeks of the school year!

Wishing everyone a happy and safe Spring Break! ☀️ Enjoy your time off from March 17th-21st. Reminder: Teacher Planning Day is Monday, March 24th, and students return Tuesday, March 25th, ready for a strong finish to the last nine weeks! #SpringBreak

🎉 Congratulations to our outstanding #OneClay students on being named National Merit Finalists! This prestigious honor recognizes their exceptional academic achievements, leadership, and dedication to service. With top test scores and rigorous coursework, they stand among just 15,000 students nationwide to earn this distinction. See below for our full list of Finalists: Tristan Dukes - Keystone Heights Junior Senior High School Ezra Garrison - Fleming Island High School Ramon Morales - Ridgeview High School Nyhla Jones - Oakleaf High School Noe Navarro - Oakleaf High School

Congratulations to Fleming Island Elementary for being selected as the second School of the Month for "Family February"! 🎉 This honor reflects the school’s commitment to fostering a welcoming and family-centered environment. A big thank you to Community First Credit Union for supporting FIE with a $1,000 school initiative project! Way to go, Stingrays!

📣 Attention #OneClay Families - School Lunch Hero nominations are now open! 🍎 Tell us why they're a lunch hero and how they make a difference at your school. Cafeteria staff and food service directors are also eligible. Five winners will be chosen statewide! Please submit your nominations by Thursday, April 3, 2025, at 11:59 PM. You can nominate your #OneClay Lunch Hero at www.FloridaSchoolHero.com. #SchoolLunchHero #FloridaSchools #NoKidHungry #FloridaMilk Photograph: Ms. Nique from Orange Park Elementary School - a 2024 State Lunch Hero Winner! ❤️ ​ #FLSchoolLunchHero

We are thrilled to announce that Wilkinson Elementary School has been selected as School of the Month for "Family February"! 🎉 This award demonstrates WES's success in fostering a supportive and family-oriented environment. A huge thank you to Community First Credit Union for recognizing WES with a $1,000 school initiative project! #SchoolOfTheMonth #FamilyFebruary #WES

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Congratulations to our senior high Superintendent Super Student of the Month, Riley C. from Ridgeview High! Riley is in the IB program and ranks third in her class! Beyond her studies, she is a dynamic leader in numerous extracurricular activities, including serving as team captain of the FIRST Robotics Competition Team, co-president of the National Art Honor Society, vice president of the Senior Class, and a National Honor Society board member. Keep up the great work, Riley!

Congratulations to Kianah P. from Oakleaf Junior High, our Superintendent Super Student of the Month in the junior high category! Kianah is a true all-star, excelling as a pre-AICE student, a student-athlete, and a compassionate community member. This year, she helped lead the Lady Yellow Jackets to an undefeated basketball season and earned a spot on the middle school All-Star team. Outside of school, she volunteers by feeding the homeless and babysitting. Way to go, Kianah!

Congratulations to Leilani R. from Grove Park Elementary for being recognized as the Superintendent Super Student of the Month for the elementary category! Leilani is a model student who always completes her work, stands quietly in line, and sets an example for others. She goes out of her way to befriend those who might feel alone during lunch or recess, and always lends a helping hand. Way to shine, Leilani!

Don't forget to set your clocks ahead one hour this weekend! #SpringForward

🎉 RECOGNITION RECAP | At the March Regular School Board Meeting, the District recognized outstanding students and educators who embody the values of One Team, One Goal, and One Clay. Thank you to students from Spring Park Elementary for performing at the meeting. 🏆 Recognition of students receiving Gold Key Awards in Scholastic Art Contest 🏆 Recognition of State Champions: - Middleburg High Girls Weightlifting - State Champion - Bradi J. for Traditional and Olympic Weightlifting - Fleming Island High Girls Weightlifting - Clay High School Cheerleading - State Champion - Emma H. for Traditional and Olympic Weightlifting.

Our schools wouldn't be the same without our amazing maintenance team! They're the unsung heroes who keep everything running smoothly, from fixing leaky faucets to ensuring our classrooms are safe and comfortable. Let's show our gratitude for their hard work today! #MaintenanceAppreciationDay #ThankYou

Congratulations to 122 Clay County students on receiving various Cambridge Awards for their outstanding performance on the June 2024 AICE exams! We couldn’t be prouder of these exceptional students who have demonstrated academic excellence within our local and global community! #CambridgeSchools #AcademicExcellence Notable shoutouts: 🌟 88 OneClay students earned the Cambridge Scholar Award: Awarded to learners who have achieved three C grades or higher at Cambridge International A/AS. 🌟 28 OneClay students earned the Cambridge Scholar Award with Merit: Awarded to learners who have achieved three B grades or higher at Cambridge International A/AS. 🌟 4 OneClay students earned Cambridge Scholar Award with Distinction: Awarded to learners who have achieved three A grades or higher at Cambridge International A/AS. 🌟 1 student, David R. from Fleming Island High, earned Top in the USA: Awarded to the learner who has achieved the highest standard mark in the country in an individual subject. 🌟 1 student, Mills W. from Fleming Island High, earned Top in the World: Awarded to the learner who has achieved the highest standard mark in the world in an individual subject. Let's give a big shout-out to our amazing students who earned Cambridge Awards! Check out the full article and a list of winners to see their impressive achievements here: https://www.oneclay.net/article/2071662

Save the Date! The next ESE Advisory Council Meeting is Tuesday, March 25th, 2025, at 6 p.m. at Middleburg High School. Meeting Agenda: - Introductions - Vocational Rehab/ Transition Services RSVP at the link below: TinyURL.com/ESEMarchMeeting2025

🎭🎶🎨 March is a time to celebrate the arts in our schools! This month, we recognize Arts Education Month in Florida, Music in Our Schools Month, and Theatre in Our Schools Month, honoring the creativity, expression, and passion the arts bring to our students. Let’s celebrate the power of music, theatre, and visual arts in education! #ArtsInOurSchools #MusicMatters #TheatreInOurSchools #OneClayFineArts 🎵🎨✨

March is Women’s History Month, a time to honor the courageous and inspiring women who have helped shape our country. Throughout the month, students will learn how women have influenced history, culture, and society. #WomensHistoryMonth

How awesome is YOUR school? Let us know! This month's theme, "Marvelous March," highlights schools that excel in arts, music, and cultural events that bring the community together. We want to hear about the innovative programs and events your school is hosting! Nominations are open from now until March 22, 2025. Winning schools receive money toward a school initiative and a trophy thanks to our partnership with Community First Credit Union! Learn more and nominate your school at www.OneClay.net .