Today, we’re celebrating the love of learning and the amazing community that supports our students every single day.
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#OneClay #CCDS #ValentinesDay2026 #ClayCountyFL #HeartOfLearning
⏳ The Clock is Ticking: Get "Lottery Ready" Today!
The 2026-2027 OneClay VPK Elementary Lottery officially opens this Sunday, February 15th! Don’t let the weekend slip away—you MUST have your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) ready to upload before you can enter the lottery. If you haven't completed Step 1 yet, today is the day!
✅ Detailed VPK Lottery Registration Steps can be found at OneClay.net/vpk-registration.
For additional general information on VPK in OneClay visit OneClay.net/VPK.
The lottery window is short (Feb 15–28). Be prepared so you can apply with confidence on Sunday!
💬 We're here to help! If you have any questions concerning the VPK Lottery application process, please contact the District Registration Office at 904-336-9627, or email Registrations@MyOneClay.net.
#OneClay #VPK #EarlyLearning #ClayCounty
Come on out to Spring Park on Saturday, February 21st (10 am - 2 pm) and join us for a fun day of music, dancing, interactive arts & crafts, face painting, food and more!
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This week, Clay County District Schools is proud to celebrate National School Counseling Week. Our counselors are more than just academic advisors—they are listeners, advocates, and bridge-builders.
Whether it’s navigating a tough day, planning for a bright future, or simply providing a safe space to be heard, our counselors work daily to "amplify" the potential in every child they meet.
To our CCDS Counseling Team: Thank you for your tireless heart, your patience, and your dedication to the well-being of our students. We are so grateful for the impact you make across our district!
Help us show our counselors some love! "Heart" this post to send a huge thank you to the counseling team at your school! 🔗💙
#NSCW26 #OneClay #SchoolCounselorsAmplify #MakeAnImpact
We’re excited to kick off our PBIS Winter Olympics Challenge—a 16-day celebration of character, teamwork, and positive choices at Coppergate!
🎉 Opening Ceremonies:
📅 Friday, February 6th
🎽 Wear your Olympic colors: blue, yellow, black, green, and/or red!
Throughout the challenge:
✨ Students will learn a cool fact about the Olympic Games
💪 Each day will highlight an Olympic Athlete Character Trait
🐎 Students will work toward showing what it means to be an Outstanding Colt with Character
🏆 The Grand Finale:
At the end of the 16 days, PBIS points will be totaled, and the top three girls and top three boys in each class will “medal” for demonstrating exceptional character and positive behavior.
🚨 Reminder: Any disciplinary referral or Behavior Intervention Form during the challenge will result in automatic disqualification from the competition.
We can’t wait to see our Colts train, grow, and shine—Olympic style! 🥇
#PBIS #WinterOlympicsChallenge #ColtsWithCharacter #TrainLikeAChampion
Please join us on Friday, February 27th for our FAST Forward: Helping your Child Reach the Finish Line.
Parents of students in grades 3–5 are invited to learn more about the Florida Statewide Assessments (FAST). This session will include guidance on how to navigate the FAST portal and how to understand what your child’s FAST reports mean.
Session Options (please select one):
Session 1: 7:30am–9:00am
Session 2: 3:30pm – 5:00pm.
Please RSVP by February 23rd so we can ensure your child’s data is prepared for the session.
We look forward to partnering with you to support your child’s success!
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What a patriotic and page-turning night! In honor of Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida, we hosted our Early Literacy Night last Thursday and it was a star-spangled success! 🌟
Our VPK-2nd grade students and families joined us to celebrate "Read, White, and Blue: 250 Chapters of America." From interactive literacy games and creative crafts to meeting our special eagle friend, it was a night dedicated to the joy of reading and the future of our youngest learners.
❤️ A Huge Thank You To:
The CCDS Literacy Team: Your hard work and planning made this event magical for our families.
Heather Teto (Chief of Elementary) & Melanie McIver (Supervisor of Literacy) for your incredible leadership.
Superintendent Broskie and Board Member Erin Skipper for stopping by to support our students and celebrate the importance of early literacy!
We are so proud of our Clay County readers. Let’s keep those "chapters" turning! 📖🍎
#ClayCountyReads #CelebrateLiteracyWeekFlorida #ReadWhiteAndBlue #EarlyLiteracy #OneClay #250ChaptersOfAmerica
🧤 Please ensure students are dressed in warm layers for bus stops and transitions between buildings this week. Thank you for partnering with us to support our students during this cold spell.
We look forward to seeing everyone back in school tomorrow! ❄️📚
We are proud to recognize Black History Month, honoring the history, achievements, and contributions of Black Americans that shape our community and country every day.
At the same time, we are celebrating Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month! From hands-on trades to high-tech digital skills, our programs ensure that our students are prepared to "Start Here. Go Anywhere." 🛠️💻🩺
We invite our entire community to join us this month in celebrating the talent and dedication that make us #OneClay.
#OneClayCelebrates #BlackHistoryMonth #CTEMonth #ClayCounty #FutureReady #MakeAnImpact
The transition to junior high is a big step—and we're here to help! Join us for a Junior High Expo Night to explore your future home.
We encourage all families to attend the event at their zoned neighborhood school. It’s the perfect chance to meet the teachers, staff, and peers you'll be with next year!
Why attend? 🍎 Meet your future teachers & staff 🏫 See the campus 🏀 Discover clubs, sports, and elective programs
Event Schedule:
Feb 17: Lakeside Junior High | 6:00 PM (Courtyard)
Feb 19: Wilkinson Junior High | 5:30 PM (Gym)
Feb 24: Green Cove Springs Junior High | 6:00 PM (Cafeteria)
Mar 03: Orange Park Junior High | 6:00 PM (Cafeteria)
Mar 10: Lake Asbury Junior High | 6:00 PM (Gym)
📍 Find your zone: oneclay.net/zone
See you there! 🏫👋
#OneClay #JuniorHighExpo #ClassOf2032 #ClaySchools
🎶 A Night of Harmony: Celebrating our 26th Annual All-County Elementary Chorus!
Last night, the stage was set for a milestone of melody as Clay County District Schools presented our 26th Annual All-County Elementary Chorus concert. Under the masterful direction of our amazing Clay County Elementary Music Teachers, hundreds of our brightest young stars filled the air with music that touched every heart in the audience.
Our students rose to the occasion, performing a challenging repertoire that spanned from the classical beauty of Mozart’s "Alleluia Canon" to the rhythmic energy of "Thula Klizeo." They truly lived up to the evening's finale, proving that they really do "Shine Like Stars."
Highlights of the Evening:
Artistry in Motion: From the wisdom of "Three Quotes by Mark Twain" to the uplifting spirit of "If You’re Happy/Amen," our students showcased incredible talent.
Special Guest Performance: We were honored to host Alex Kirk, whose performance of the "Concertino in Eb Major" on trombone was a masterclass in musicality for our young performers.
Exceptional Accompaniment: We were privileged to have Rachel Letter Clifton as our 2026 Accompanist. Her performance provided a wonderful foundation for our students' voices and was a joy to witness.
Teachers Leading by Example: One of the most touching moments was the performance of "This is Why We Sing" by our very own Clay County Elementary Music Teachers. Seeing our educators share their own voices was a powerful reminder of the passion that fuels our arts programs every day.
To our students: Your dedication, practice, and courage on that stage were inspiring. You represented your schools and our district with such talent and grace!
To our music educators: Thank you for the countless hours of preparation and for your unwavering commitment to student success. You don't just teach music; you give our children a voice.
#ClayCounty #ArtsEducation #AllCountyChorus #StudentSuccess #ShineLikeStars #MusicInOurSchools #OneClay
The transition to junior high is a big step—and we're here to help! Join us for a Junior High Expo Night to explore your future home.
We encourage all families to attend the event at their zoned neighborhood school. It’s the perfect chance to meet the teachers, staff, and peers you'll be with next year!
Why attend? 🍎 Meet your future teachers & staff 🏫 See the campus 🏀 Discover clubs, sports, and elective programs
Event Schedule:
Feb 17: Lakeside Junior High | 6:00 PM (Courtyard)
Feb 19: Wilkinson Junior High | 5:30 PM (Gym)
Feb 24: Green Cove Springs Junior High | 6:00 PM (Cafeteria)
Mar 03: Orange Park Junior High | 6:00 PM (Cafeteria)
Mar 09: Oakleaf Junior High | 5:30 PM (Cafeteria and Gym)
Mar 10: Lake Asbury Junior High | 6:00 PM (Gym)
📍 Find your zone: oneclay.net/zone
See you there! 🏫👋
#OneClay #JuniorHighExpo #ClassOf2032 #ClaySchools
🗓️ Friday, January 30, 2026 🕖 7:30 PM 📍 Thrasher-Horne Center (Main Stage)
Bring the whole family for a night of musical joy! 🎵
#ElementaryChorus #ClayCountyFineArts #YoungPerformers #OneClay
We are anticipating going outside tomorrow for run/walk! Please make sure students are dressed for the cold weather and that they are wearing sneakers!
The OneClay VPK Lottery is ALMOST here!
The 2026-2027 VPK Elementary Lottery for Clay County District Schools officially opens on February 15th!
REMINDER: Don’t wait until the last minute! You MUST have your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) ready to upload when you apply. This is Step 1 in the VPK Lottery process.
Detailed VPK Lottery Registration Steps can be found at OneClay.net/vpk-registration.
For additional general information on VPK in OneClay visit OneClay.net/VPK.
We're here to help! If you have any questions concerning the VPK Lottery application process, please contact the District Registration Office at 904-336-9627, or email Registrations@MyOneClay.net.
The lottery window is short and runs from February 15 - 28, 2026. We recommend beginning Step 1 now so you don't miss out!
#OneClay #VPK #EarlyLearning
🗓️ Thursday, January 29, 2026 🕖 7:00 PM 📍 Thrasher-Horne Center (Main Stage)
#HonorBand #ClayCountyMusic #FineArts #OneClay
