⭐️ Leading the Way: Fleming Island Elementary Administrators Shine in Chancellor’s Leadership Academy! ⭐️
Congratulations to Principal Mallory McConnell and Assistant Principal Julie Dover from Fleming Island Elementary School, who have successfully completed the prestigious Chancellor’s Leadership Academy through the Florida Department of Education! This year, these school-based leaders engaged in a rigorous program aimed at deepening their knowledge of Florida’s academic standards, enhancing instructional expertise, and fostering teacher growth through targeted feedback and monitoring. By engaging in regional learning walks and strengthening data-driven systems for improvement, they have positioned themselves as transformational leaders ready to drive student success. Thank you for representing #OneClay in the program and sharing your knowledge with other leaders to support our schools and community.
🌟 Congratulations, Christina Thompson! 🌟
We are thrilled to announce that Christina Thompson, Assistant Principal at Oakleaf High School, has been named a Top Three Finalist for Florida’s Assistant Principal of the Year!
Her dedication to student success, commitment to excellence, and leadership at OHS have made a lasting impact. This well-deserved recognition is a testament to her hard work and passion for education!
Join us in cheering her on as she moves into the next stage of the selection process! 🏆 We’re rooting for you, Ms. Thompson!
Attention Clay County Junior & Senior High student-athletes! Don't miss out on FREE sports physicals at Orange Park High School on Saturday, April 12th, 2025.
Please attend at your zoned school's time:
- 8:00 - 9:30 AM: Orange Park High, Clay High, and Middleburg High
- 9:30 - 11:00 AM: Fleming Island High, Oakleaf High, Keystone Heights Jr/Sr, and Ridgeview High.
Thanks to our partners for making this possible! #StudentAthletes #SportsPhysical #ClayCounty
Today is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, and we are taking a moment to celebrate the incredible CCDS paraprofessionals! 🍎 From supporting students in the classroom to assisting staff with countless tasks, their contributions are invaluable. Thank you for your hard work, dedication, and unwavering commitment to our students' success. We are thankful for our #OneClay paras! #ParaprofessionalAppreciationDay#ThankYou
📣 It’s time to save for your child’s future with our trusted partner, Florida Prepaid. Open Enrollment closes on April 30th. Prepaid College Plans start at $29 per month! Learn more today at: https://bit.ly/4fohX57
🌟 One Clay Celebrates April! 🌟
This month, we recognize and honor important causes that make a difference in our schools and community:
- Month of the Military Child – Celebrating the strength and resilience of our military-connected students.
- School Library Month – Honoring the vital role of libraries in fostering a love of reading and learning.
- National Volunteer Month – Thanking the amazing volunteers who give their time to support our schools.
- World Autism Month – Spreading awareness, acceptance, and inclusion for individuals with autism.
- Child Abuse Prevention Month – Standing together to support the safety and well-being of all children.
Join us in recognizing these important observances throughout our campuses this April! #WeAreOneClay #OneClayCelebrates
Save the Date!
Clay County District Schools is hosting an Educator Job Fair on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. This is your opportunity to interview on-site with school principals and potentially secure a position for the 2025-26 school year.
Join us at Fleming Island High School from 5:00 - 7:00 PM! For more information, visit OneClay.net/Employment.
#OneClayCareers #EducationJobs #JobFair #JoinOurTeam
🚍🔧 This week, we celebrated our incredible #OneClay Shop Team!
Our mechanics, fuel attendants, shop managers, parts managers, mechanic assistants, and admin support work tirelessly to keep both our bus fleet and white fleet running safely and smoothly every day. Thanks to their dedication, our students have a reliable ride to and from school! Thank you for all that you do!
🎉 Superintendent Broskie stopped by Middleburg Elementary this morning to surprise Heather Smith as the Volunteer of the Year! With over 600 hours of service just this school year, Ms. Smith’s dedication to students and staff is truly inspiring!
But the excitement doesn’t stop there! Ms. Smith has also been named a state finalist for the Florida Department of Education's Volunteer of the Year! We are beyond grateful for her commitment to making a difference every single day.
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. The artwork for March was created by students at Spring Park Elementary. Way to go, Owls!
📢 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
The 2025 Prepaid Plan Open Enrollment period ends April 30, and it is the only time this year when you can lock in today’s price to cover future tuition and fees.
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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!
