Critical Thinking in Action! 📖📝
Ms. McGahee’s English class is diving deep into texts with opposing arguments, sharpening their analytical skills by evaluating the validity of each claim. Through careful reading, discussion, and evidence-based reasoning, students are learning how to separate fact from opinion and identify strong, well-supported arguments.
Building critical thinkers today means empowering informed decision-makers for the future. Keep questioning, keep analyzing, and keep thinking, Blue Devils!
Bringing Color to Life! 🎨✨
In Mrs. Blevins’ art class, students are exploring the magic of the color wheel! From mixing tints and shades to discovering how colors interact, they’re learning how to create depth, mood, and contrast in their artwork.
Art education fuels creativity, critical thinking, and self-expression—one brushstroke at a time. Keep creating, keep experimenting, and keep bringing color to the world!
#ArtEducation #ColorTheory #CreativityInSchools
The Power of Music in Schools! 🎶✨
Music is more than just notes on a page—it’s emotion, expression, and connection. In Mr. Allison’s band class, students are not only creating beautiful music but also learning techniques to bring emotion to every performance.
Music education builds creativity, discipline, and teamwork, enriching the school experience in ways that last a lifetime. Thank you, Mr. Allison, for inspiring students to find their voice through music!
#MusicEducation #PowerOfMusic
The Power of School Counseling! 🎓✨
Ms. Horn is making a difference, guiding students through their future plans and course selections for next year! From exploring career paths to aligning academic choices with their goals, she’s ensuring every student feels confident about their next steps.
School counselors play a vital role in shaping bright futures by providing support, guidance, and encouragement. Thank you, Ms. Horn, for helping students turn dreams into plans!
#SchoolCounseling #StudentSuccess #FutureReady #GuidanceMatters
Future Scientists in Action! 🦆🔬
Students explored how different waterfowl beak adaptations help them thrive in various aquatic environments. Through hands-on investigations, they tested hypotheses, analyzed feeding strategies, and wondered how these adaptations impact survival.
From dabbling ducks to probing shorebirds, they examined how beak shape determines feeding success in different habitats. Curiosity and critical thinking were on full display as they connected science to the natural world!
Engaged minds. Scientific inquiry. Real-world learning. #STEM #HandsOnLearning
🎓 **Senior Spotlight: Saleh Saleh** 🎓
Meet **Saleh Saleh**, an outstanding senior with big plans for the future! 🚀
🏫 **Next Stop:** University of Central Florida (UCF)
⚡ **Major:** Electrical Engineering
🌟 **Why UCF?** "The Orlando area offers amazing internship opportunities for my major, and UCF is one of the top engineering schools in Florida."
🔑 **What prepared you for college the most?**
"My amazing teachers, especially **Mr. Derousie**, who not only taught me well but also gave me invaluable advice on college preparation."
🎓 **What prepared you for life after high school?**
"Getting my **AA through dual enrollment** has been the biggest help—it’s given me a head start for university and my future career."
Saleh, we are so proud of you and can’t wait to see all the incredible things you accomplish! #SeniorSpotlight #ClassOf2025 #FutureKnight #EngineeringDreams #CollegeBound
📖🔍 Mrs. Leporati’s English classes are diving into nonfiction texts to uncover deeper themes! By analyzing structure, word choice, and key details, students are sharpening their critical thinking skills and gaining a deeper understanding of real-world ideas.
🍽️👨🍳 Mr. Marti’s culinary classes are cooking up more than just great food—they’re building essential career skills! Today, students focused on interview techniques and the importance of soft skills like communication, teamwork, and professionalism. Preparing for the future is just as important as preparing a great meal! 🍴🔥 #CareerReady #SoftSkills #FutureChefs
📚✍️ Our students in Mr.Milligan's classes are sharpening their writing skills! Through focused practice on structure, word choice, and text analysis, they are learning to craft clear, compelling, and well-supported ideas. Strong writing is the foundation of strong thinking, and we’re proud to see their growth!
Dr. Halter's Leadership Council met to brainstorm ways to grow their leadership skills and ways to mentor aspiring leaders. Keep doing great things!
So proud of our Blue Devils! We increased 2% in graduation rate, and 2% in acceleration rate for the 2024 school year! We look forward to continuing this tradition of increasing student achievement again this year!
🎓 Senior Spotlight: Chevy Baxter 🎓
Meet Chevy Diane Baxter, an ambitious senior ready to take on the future! After graduation, she plans to attend SJRSC and pursue a career as an X-ray technician.
Her dedication to studying, responsibility, and regular school attendance has prepared her for success in college. She also credits high school for teaching her essential life skills like social skills, time management, and conflict resolution—all of which will help her thrive in the next chapter of her journey.
Join us in celebrating Chevy and wishing her the best as she embarks on this exciting path! 🎉👏 #SeniorSpotlight #ClassOf2025
It is great to see alumni Matthew Mitchell giving back to Clay in helping students in our Vystar branch!
📚✏️ Preparation = Success! ✏️📚
Students compete tasks in English class that predict performance on upcoming state exams.
💯 Success isn’t about luck—it’s about preparation! Let’s show what we’re capable of and make this test season our best yet!
Keep up the great work!!
🚨 IMPORTANT CALENDAR UPDATE for 2024-2025 School Year 🚨
Due to the winter storm closure in January, the student calendar has been adjusted to meet state requirements for instructional hours. April 11th, 2025, which was previously Fair Day (a student and teacher holiday), will now be a regular school day. Please mark your calendars with this change. We appreciate your understanding!
🚨 IMPORTANT CALENDAR UPDATE for 2024-2025 School Year 🚨
Due to the winter storm closure in January, the student calendar has been adjusted to meet state requirements for instructional hours. April 11th, 2025, which was previously Fair Day (a student and teacher holiday), will now be a regular school day. Please mark your calendars with this change. We appreciate your understanding!
🌿🐾 Hands-On Learning, Real-World Impact! 🐾🌿
Our Agriculture & Veterinary Program is shaping the next generation of leaders in animal care, farming, and environmental sustainability! 🐄🌾 From hands-on experiences with livestock to cutting-edge veterinary training, our students are gaining the skills they need to make a difference in the industry.
With passion, dedication, and innovation, they are growing their future—one lesson, one animal, and one breakthrough at a time! 🚜✨
#AgEducation #FutureVeterinarians #HandsOnLearning #GrowingTheFuture #CareerReady
🎉 Happy National School Counseling Week! 🎉
This week, we celebrate the incredible school counselors who inspire, support, and empower students every day! 💙 From guiding academic success to fostering emotional well-being, their dedication helps shape bright futures. 🌟
Take a moment to thank a school counselor! Thank you to our amazing school counselors at Clay!!
#NationalSchoolCounselingWeek #ThankYouCounselors #StudentSuccess #SupportMatters
Congrats to Gavin for being Sheriff Cook's Student in the Spotlight! Keep doing great things, Gavin! We are proud of you!
🚀 Student Leaders in Action! 🚀
When vision meets collaboration, transformation happens! Our student leaders met with Dr. Halter today to brainstorm ideas for an exciting upcoming event! 💡✨
#LeadershipInAction
