For the third year, Green Cove Springs Junior High students experienced a unique lesson in civics firsthand. The school partnered with the U.S. District Court and USCIS to host a Naturalization Ceremony for 50 new American citizens. Chief United States District Judge Marcia Morales Howard presided over the ceremony, and student leaders participated alongside faculty and the student body, witnessing a powerful demonstration of the American dream.
Congratulations to Angel C. from Green Cove Springs Junior for being recognized as the Superintendent Super Student of the Month for the junior high category! Angel is an exemplary student who shines in and out of the classroom! She is a role model for her peers and consistently demonstrates the Cougars LEAD Attributes: Learn, Engage, Accelerate, and Deliver. Beyond academics, Angel was an integral part of the Girls Soccer Team Championship win this season. Way to go, Angel!
Congratulations to Lindsay M. from Shadowlawn Elementary School on being recognized as the Superintendent's Super Student of the Month for the elementary category! Lindsay shines as a Safety Patrol member, track star, and math whiz, proudly representing SLE and Clay County. She is known for her exceptional character, respect, and talent. Way to go, Lindsay!
📚✨ A special Literacy Week treat for our students at Paterson Elementary and Orange Park Elementary! Congressman Aaron Bean paid a visit today to read to students and celebrate their academic achievements. Paterson Elementary proudly ranks 10th in the state, while Orange Park Elementary has earned the #1 spot! 🎉
To honor these incredible accomplishments, Congressman Bean presented each school with a flag flown over the U.S. Capitol and a personalized certificate. 🇺🇸
A huge thank you to Congressman Bean for supporting our schools and inspiring our students to keep reading!
📚 Building Brighter Futures with Literacy Across Clay County! 🏗️
It's Literacy Week in Florida, and across the district, we've been celebrating the power of reading! Just like building a strong structure, literacy skills are the building blocks for a brighter future.
Don't forget! Join us TONIGHT for Literacy Night, especially for our PreK-2nd grade students and families! Let's continue to inspire a love of reading in every student! #LiteracyWeek #ClayCountyReads #BuildABrighterFuture
Ready to start your teaching career in Clay County? Join us for an Information Session to learn about exciting opportunities within our district!
Discover the benefits, meet our HR team, and explore how you can make a difference in the lives of students.
🗓️ Tuesday, February 18th
⏰ 3:30 PM
📍 Fleming Island High School - Teacher Training Center (Lab 1001)
RSVP today: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfUM9KPswrabNXNVbwvDVzNpCjsGty6qW4Uf0AK2AckGPaMgA/viewform?pli=1
✨ You're invited! ✨ Celebrate the arts with the One Clay community at our FREE student concerts and showcases. 🎶 Come enjoy an evening of inspiring music and support our talented young artists.
Clay County Honor Band: January 30th, 2025 @ 6:30 PM, Thrasher-Horne Center Main Stage
Clay County Theatre Showcase: January 31st, 2025 @ 6:00 PM, Thrasher-Horne Studio Theater
All County Elementary Choir: January 31st, 2025 @ 7:30 PM, Thrasher-Horne Center Main Stage
National School Choice Week is January 26th - February 1st. National School Choice Week (NSCW) informs, inspires, and empowers parents to discover the K-12 education options available for their children. 🎓 Check out all the wonderful programs and offerings available to students K-12 across the district at https://www.oneclay.net/o/ccds/page/school-choice
Save the date for our upcoming 9th-grade Expo Nights!
Imagine a future where your interests shape your career path. Our 9th-grade Expo Nights are your chance to discover all the incredible opportunities Career & Technical Education (CTE) offers!
📅 Upcoming Dates & Locations:
February 3, 2025: Fleming Island High
February 4, 2025: Clay High
February 4, 2025: Orange Park High
February 11, 2025: Ridgeview High
February 18, 2025: Middleburg High
February 19, 2025: Oakleaf High
February 20, 2025: Keystone Heights Jr/Sr High
🎓 Don’t miss this chance to explore programs, ask questions, and start building your future! We can’t wait to see you there!
#CTE #FutureReady #FreshmanExpo #DreamBig
Artist Alert! The Van and Sandra Royal Kids with heART Gallery in the Pediatric Emergency Waiting Room of Ascension St. Vincent’s Clay County campus has new artwork on display. Students at Oakleaf Village Elementary created the artwork for January. Way to go, OVE Explorers!
🏗️📚 Build a Brighter Future with Literacy! 📚🏗️
It's Literacy Week in Florida and reading is the foundation for success! 📖 Just like building a strong structure, literacy skills are the building blocks for a brighter future.
Here are some ways to construct a love of reading at home:
- Lay the Foundation: Start early by reading to your children.
- Frame Your World: Explore different genres and discover new worlds through books.
- Build Your Skills: Practice reading every day to strengthen your comprehension and vocabulary.
- Reach New Heights: Challenge yourself with more complex texts and expand your knowledge.
- Open Doors to Opportunity: A strong foundation in literacy opens doors to education, careers, and personal growth.
#OneClay will celebrate with guest readers and participate in other literacy activities at schools across the district throughout the week! #LiteracyWeek2025
📢 Calling all Clay County parents and guardians! 📢
Your feedback matters! The Clay County District Schools Annual Parent Survey is now open.
🗓️ January 17th - February 7th, 2025
Let your voice be heard and help shape the future of our schools.
👉 Look for the survey link in your email or follow the link in this post: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd9RGq9FzmqDJeettPH4WO7EF1mkssMjUVZGJ6MLA5ct4K8hw/viewform
Huge congratulations to our 2024-25 Apple Award Winners!
Teacher of the Year: Amanda Watson from Orange Park Elementary
Rookie Teacher of the Year: Sierra Hardin from Bannerman Learning Center
School-Related Employee of the Year: Misty Massey from Lake Asbury Junior High
Drumroll, please...
We are thrilled to announce the winners of the 2025 Apple Awards!
✨ Teacher of the Year: Amanda Watson from Orange Park Elementary
✨ School-Related Employee of the Year: Misty Massey from Lake Asbury Junior High
What an unforgettable night at the 2025 Apple Awards! #OneClay came together to celebrate the outstanding dedication of our educators and staff. Congratulations to Amanda Watson from Orange Park Elementary, our Teacher of the Year, Misty Massey from Lake Asbury Junior High, our School-Related Employee of the Year, and Sierra Hardin, from Bannerman Learning Center, as our Rookie Teacher of the Year!
This incredible evening, hosted by the Clay Education Foundation, was made even more special thanks to the hard work of the OneClay Human Resources team and our talented culinary students. Thank you to all who contributed and to Garber Automall, our title sponsor, for their unwavering support and the donation of a free car to the teacher of the year! Together, we’re proud to champion public education in Clay County! #WeAreOneClay #AppleAwards
Tonight is the night! 🏆 Who will be The Apple Awards winner for Teacher of the Year and School-Related Employee of the Year? Tune in to OneClay's Facebook page tonight at 6:30 p.m. for the live streaming of The Apple Awards! 🍎
Weather Update # 2: Schools and District Offices Open Thursday, January 23rd.
Clay County District Schools will reopen and resume classes tomorrow, Thursday, January 23rd. Thank you all for your patience and flexibility during this time and we look forward to seeing all students and staff tomorrow. Details about a make-up day for the missed instructional hours will be shared soon.
Weather Update #1: Winter Storm Enzo - Schools and Offices Closed on Wednesday, January 22nd.
Clay County is under a Winter Storm Warning, and after consulting with Emergency Management and reviewing the latest storm projections, we have determined that the timing of the storm’s impact in the morning will make it unsafe to transport students to school and for employees to commute to work. As a result, all Clay County District Schools and offices will be closed on Wednesday, January 22nd.
We anticipate resuming normal operations on Thursday, January 23rd. Information regarding a make-up day for the missed instructional hours will be shared soon.
Please continue to monitor our social media channels for updates. Stay safe, Clay County!
🚨 Scholarship Alert for CCDS Seniors 🚨
Superintendent Broskie, in partnership with Florida Prepaid, will once again award two Clay County District Schools' current seniors a 2-year Florida Prepaid college scholarship valued at $8,000.
Please click the links below for official rules and detailed scholarship criteria: oneclay.net/leadership/superintendent/flprepaid
Deadline:
All applications must be submitted by Friday, February 14, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. to the Clay County District Schools office at 900 Walnut Street, Green Cove Springs, Florida. Scholarship winners will be announced by the end of March.
Today, we celebrate and honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Our schools and district offices will be closed today in observance. #MLKDay2025
